Folding Knives

Folding blades and folding knives are the most common knives to carry today for their ease of use and convenient carry. Folding blades perform nearly any task and are easily deployed in high stress situations.

A folding knife uses a pivot, allowing the blade to fold into the handle for light, easy carry. To prevent injury through the blade accidentally closing on the user's hand, folding knives typically have a locking mechanism. Different locking mechanisms are favored by various individuals for reasons such as perceived strength (lock safety), legality, and ease of use.

In the lock back, as in many folding knives, a stop pin acting on the top (or behind) the blade prevents it from rotating. To release the knife the rocker bar is pushed downwards.

The bolt in the bolt lock uses a spring which biases the bolt to the forward position where it rests above the tang of the blade preventing the blade from closing. Small knobs extend through the handle allow the user to slide the bolt backwards freeing the knife to close. 

In the liner lock, an "L"-shaped split in the liner allows part of it to move sideways against the handle to the centre of the knife where it rests against the flat end of the tang. To disengage, this leaf spring is pushed aside so it again rests flush against the handle allowing the knife to close. A frame lock is nearly identical but instead of using a thin liner inside the handle material uses a thicker piece of metal that makes up the handle.

Another prominent feature on many folding knives is the opening mechanism. Traditional pocket knives and Swiss Army knives commonly employ the nail nick, while modern folding knives more often use a stud, hole, disk, or flipper located on the blade, all which have the benefit of allowing the user to open the knife with one hand.

We carry many brands of folding blades and folding knives from Windlass Cobra SteelCold SteelGerber, KershawBoker, Spyderco and American Buffalo Knife & Tool.

  • ABKT Fleck Money Clip Pocket Knife

    ABKT Fleck Money Clip Pocket Knife

    # 404800

    A minimalist frame-lock folder with class. Rich Coco Bola wood adorns the grip and the pivot is accented with a metallic copper color. The stainless steel blade and handle frame are bead blasted for a low sheen. The ABKT Fleck folder is only...
    $22.95
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  • AB Elite BB Grunt Pocket Knife

    AB Elite BB Grunt Pocket Knife

    # 404798

    Here’s a short folding knife with a swelled handle designed to comfortably and securely fit in your palm. The upswept blade spine gives you a generous sized thumb rest for maximum control. Assisted opening with ball bearing pivot system...
    $34.95
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  • ABKT Nightstroke Tanto Folder

    ABKT Nightstroke Tanto Folder

    # 404801

    Heavy duty folding knife with serious dramatic flare. The American Buffalo Knife and Tool Nightstroke folder has a black, titanium coated Tanto blade with an integral flipper for easy one-hand opening (it’s non-assisted, but easy to deploy the...
    $46.95
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  • Roper Sunset Stockman’s Pocket Knife

    Roper Sunset Stockman's Pocket Knife

    # 404797

    Tried and true classic Stockman's pocket knife. Transparent acrylic scales protect the western themed art on the handle. A highly convenient all-purpose knife with spey blade for piercing, a clip point blade when more precision is needed and a...
    $28.95
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  • ABKT Klondike Hawkbill Lockback Folder

    Roper Klondike Hawkbill Pocket Knife

    # 404796

    Hawkbill pocket knives have been around for over 100 years, but we’ve rarely seen any as attractive as this one. Parts of the hardwood grip are expertly carved with a checked texture reminiscent of fine gun stocks. The blade is superlative as...
    $32.95
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  • Rite Edge Dragon Eye Folding Knife

    Rite Edge Dragon Eye Folding Knife

    # 404746

    The power of a dragon, condensed to fit in your hand! This all black, assisted opening folder is a deadly threat to everyday cutting needs. The aluminum handle makes the knife light and is highly detailed with scales and other dragon-like surfaces. And...
    $12.95
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  • Joker Terrier Olive Wood Handle Lockback Knife

    Joker Terrier Olive Wood Handle Lockback Knife

    # 404763

    One of Europe’s biggest brands, Joker Knives of Spain is known for excellent materials, superior workmanship and durable reliability.  The Coker lockback folder features a flat ground Molybdenum Vanadium stainless steel spear point blade...
    $50.95
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  • Joker Cocker Olive Wood Handle Lockback Knife

    Joker Cocker Olive Wood Handle Lockback Knife

    # 404774

    One of Europe’s biggest brands, Joker Knives of Spain is known for excellent materials, superior workmanship and durable reliability.  The Coker lockback folder features a flat ground Mova 1.4116 stainless steel drop point blade. The...
    $44.95
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  • Gerber US1 Pocket Knife

    Gerber US1 Pocket Knife

    # 404351

      The best-in-class 420HC blade is deployed with a simple nail nick and held in check by an easy to operate lock back design. The US1 pocket knife is a testament to the adage “hard work pays off”. Drawing on decades of experience...
    $27.95
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  • Kershaw Reverb Lightweight Folding Pocket Knife

    Kershaw Reverb Lightweight Folding Pocket Knife

    # 404323

      The lightweight Kershaw Reverb is ideal for backpacking, camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities. With its lightweight design and no flipper or thumb stud to catch on anything, the Reverb is ready to go with you on your next outdoor...
    $37.95
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  • Kershaw Folding Fillet Knife

    Kershaw Folding Fillet Knife

    # 404382

    If you like to stow your gear compactly, this sleek Folding Fillet knife from Kershaw is the perfect choice for your tackle box. The blade is made of Japanese 420J2 stainless steel with just the right degree of flex to make the job of filleting simple,...
    $32.95
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  • KA-BAR Corser Folder

    KA-BAR Corser Folder

    # 404699

    Part of KA-BAR’s Space Force line, the USSF (United States Space Force) 5698SF has a stout tanto blade and reversible/removable pocket clip. The lockback knife has a blue GFN-PA66 hard plastic handle and an AUS 8A stainless steel blade with a grey...
    $34.95
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