The Cutting Edge

Is a Knife Clipped to Your Pocket Considered Concealed Carry?

January 26, 2016 / Tim / 71 Comments

Say you’re walking down the street and you’re carrying a Spyderco Tenacious clipped to your pocket. It may look a little something like this:

If a police officer were to see the knife clip attached to your pocket, would it be considered concealed carry or open carry?

In short, it could be considered either. One of the problems with knife laws is the fact that much of it is left up to interpretation. One police officer may only see the clip and say that the actual knife is concealed in the pocket. Another may say that it’s clearly a part of the knife and it’s showing so the knife is being openly carried.

It matters because in some places, a knife with a blade length more than a certain amount of inches cannot be carried openly. In other places, that same knife must be carried openly.

Wherever you live (and wherever you go), it’s absolutely essential to thoroughly look at your knife laws because they are often littered with phrases and definitions that are general or open to interpretation.

For example, in New York City, knives must be carried concealed. Since the Big Apple is well known for interpreting knife laws very broadly, Knife Rights recommends that knives are never carried clipped to your pocket or you may be arrested, even those with a deep-pocket-carry clip that doesn’t actually show the knife’s body.

Buck Vanguard – Badass Knife of the Week

January 25, 2016 / Tim / 0 Comments

The United States of America has put out some truly amazing things: Apple pie, Johnny Cash, the Constitution, and baseball, to name a few. But one of the finest things to come out of the good ol’ USA is the Buck Vanguard.

This all-purpose fixed-blade knife is the ultimate outdoor companion to use when hunting, camping, exploring, or bushcrafting.

CRKT Deviation – Badass Knife of the Week

January 18, 2016 / Tim / 0 Comments

Some people say that innovation in the knife world is dead, that all knives these days look exactly the same. Our latest Badass Knife of the Week begs to differ.

The CRKT Deviation features one of the most unique and refreshing looks in a long time.

Designed by knifemaker Terry Lee Renner, this futuristic knife redefines what an everyday carry could be.

UK Looking to Ban the Sale of "Zombie Killer" Knives

January 13, 2016 / Tim / 2 Comments

It’s a well-known fact by now that the UK is cracking down on knives, but police officials across the pond are now taking aim at a specific type of knife: zombie killer knives.

“Zombie killer” knives or, as we like to call them, zombie apocalypse survival tools are a genre of knives that many consider novelty items. Apparently, local gangs are using these knives as status symbols or for intimidation.

Here’s more from the Independent:

Sales of so-called “zombie killer” knives, serrated weapons with long blades inspired by horror films, have led to calls for a crackdown on the marketing methods of online vendors who sell them as collectors’ items to “exterminate the undead”.

But police forces have become so concerned at the potential proliferation of the knives in big cities that steps are now being taken to introduce an outright ban on the weapons.

If you still don’t know what we’re talking about, check out this Zombie Killer War Blade Set—a best-seller here at Knife Depot.

So those aren’t exactly the type of knives that are functional or designed for anything else other than collecting and showing your buddies. However, zombie survival tools can be quite useful for more than just “decapitating zombies.”

Cold Steel Sure Balance Thrower – Badass Knife of the Week

January 11, 2016 / Tim / 0 Comments

Is there anything more satisfying than throwing a well-built piece of metal at a target a few feet away? We think not.

Whether you’re trying to add some variety to your throwing knives or trying to find a way into the hobby, the Cold Steel Sure Balance Thrower is the perfect throwing knife for beginners and experts alike.

Built like a tank, this single thrower is in the heavyweight class of throwing knives. With an overall length of 13.38 inches and a weight of 18.3 ounces, it’s not hard to see why.

Washington State’s Top Court Rules No Constitutional Right to Carry a Knife

January 5, 2016 / Tim / 9 Comments

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In a setback for knife rights advocates, Washington State’s high court upheld a ban on knives in Seattle, ruling that there is no constitutional right to carry a knife.

Wait, what?

Let’s go back to the beginning. In February 2010, Wayne Anthony Evans was pulled over for speeding in Seattle. Evans told the officer he had a sheathed kitchen knife in his pocket when the officer asked. As a result, prosecutors from Seattle charged Evans with unlawful possession of a “dangerous” knife under the city’s ordinance.

After being charged with a misdemeanor, Evans appealed the conviction claiming his constitutional rights were violated.

In 2014, the state court of appeals in Washington upheld the conviction because it concluded that kitchen knives shouldn’t be considered “arms” and therefore were not protected by the Second Amendment.

A paring knife, which may have been similar to the one Evans was carrying when he was pulled over.

A paring knife, which may have been similar to the one Evans was carrying when he was charged.

Then, a week ago, the Supreme Court of Washington State confirmed the earlier ruling that the Seattle law prohibiting the carrying of small fixed blades does not conflict with the Second Amendment.

Kershaw Emerson CQC-6K – Badass Knife of the Week

January 4, 2016 / Tim / 2 Comments

If you retrace the lineage of the tactical folder over the past 20 years, then you’d eventually come to one knife: the Emerson CQC-6.

The handmade tactical folding knife designed by the legendary Ernest Emerson is widely considered the knife that popularized the tactical folder (along with designs by Sal Glesser and Bob Terzuola).

Even after more than 20 years of being made, the waitlist on this custom knife stretched several years. So Emerson partnered with Kershaw to bring a factory version of the knife called the Kershaw Emerson CQC-6K.

But could Kershaw recreate the design, fit, and finish that made the custom so popular with a smaller budget? The answer is a resounding yes.

Mantis MK-3vXb Encore Karambit – Badass Knife of the Week

December 28, 2015 / Tim / 0 Comments

The Mantis MK-3vXb Encore Folding Karambit doesn’t just raise the bar for karambits, it sets a whole new standard.

The Encore boasts an inspired design from top to bottom. Its 2-inch blade is made of quality M-vX Proprietary Steel that’s tough as nails and made for maximum edge retention and corrosion resistance.

And that’s just the start of it.

The Encore uses the Mantis Spike-Spine, which allows the blade to engage as the knife is removed from the pocket—similar to the Emerson Wave feature. The blade also has two opening holes, both to decrease the weight and provide additional opening options.

Best-Selling Swiss Army Knives at Knife Depot

December 27, 2015 / Tim / 1 Comment

Our look at the best-selling knives in different categories continues this week with the top-selling Swiss Army knives. Just like the previous entries into the best-selling knives, this is a general look at the knives our customers have been buying the most

This information is fluid and will change as time goes on. In fact, it has already changed. If you take into account the best-selling Swiss Army knives of the past few years, you’d see the Black Anodized SwissTool near the top, but since the item is no longer available, we’re not including it here.

This also takes into account some of the different variations. Here are some of the best-sellers.

5. Victorinox Huntsman

The Huntsman is a pretty recent addition to the list. It’s hard to say why this one is on the list, except for the fact that it’s a solid SAK. This model is essentially a lighter version of the Camper with tools like a large blade, small blade, corkscrew, wood saw, scissors, and a few others. It only weighs 3.5 ounces.

4. Victorinox Tinker

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The Tinker is another one of those models with a small selection of tools. This 91mm SAK has similar tools as the Huntsman but without scissors. What gives the Tinker a leg up is the fact that it comes in a variety of colors, including black, sapphire, and red.

Leatherman Wave – Badass Knife of the Week

December 21, 2015 / Tim / 1 Comment

Imagine a world in which nearly every tool you could possibly need is always at the tip of your fingers, whether you’re at a worksite or a dinner party. Our latest Badass Knife of the Week takes that imaginary world and makes it a reality.

The Leatherman Wave is a handyman’s dream tool, and the second-generation version of Leatherman’s most popular tool is stronger and better than ever.

The Wave is most famous for having functional and liner-locking blades that are accessible even with the tool is closed. But the usefulness doesn’t stop there.