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Pocket knives are an important EDC tool. They can be used for cutting fruit, outdoor hunting or even saving a life. But to succeed at any task, you need the right tool for the right job. Therefore, before you buy a pocket knife you should consider the reasons you're buying it. In this article, three elements of knife will be introduced.
The type of steel used to make the blade should never be overlooked. There are many alloys used to make the blade, but you'll mainly see two main types: stainless steel and carbon steel.
Stainless steel features 12% or more of chromium, which makes the blade more resistant to rust and therefore better for wet environments. Stainless steel is easier to sharpen, but that also means it dulls easier. If you are looking for a survival knife, stainless steel is perfect.
Carbon steel blades, unlike stainless steel, are harder to sharpe but will retain an edge longer. They are also overall more durable. However, carbon steel is more susceptible to staining and corrosion than stainless steel.
Pocket knives have three types of opening mechanisms to choose from: manual, assisted, and automatic.
Manual opening pocket knives require you to open the blade without assistance from a spring. They feature some sort of groove, hole, thumb stud that allow you to flip the knife out. Traditional designs require two hands to open while newer designs may require one.
Assisted opening pocket knives allow for one-handed operation. There's usually a spring within the handle that releases the blade after you open it past a certain point (usually 30 degrees). However, the moving parts also open it up to dirt and debris, and some might be regulated by local laws.
Automatic pocket knives, or sometimes called switchblades, open with the push of a button. These tend to be highly regulated and often only available for law enforcement or military. Sometimes exceptions are made for one-handed individuals.
Hope that this guide is helpful for you. Wish you all a Merry Christmas.