Pen knives; show them off.

[MPF9]

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That model was issued to Royal Engineers and worn with working gear and Battle Dress uniform.

 

[Jim Kleinkauf]

Microtech UTX-70

 

[JamieM]

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One of my favorite knives, pity we cannot own automatic knives in the UK, otherwise I would be all over that Microtech UTX-70

 

[Jim Kleinkauf]

One of my favorite knives, pity we cannot own automatic knives in the UK, otherwise I would be all over that Microtech UTX-70

My understanding Is that the UK only permits slip joint knives and no lock backs. Even here, automatic knives are restricted in some states.

 

[Chris]

My understanding Is that the UK only permits slip joint knives and no lock backs. Even here, automatic knives are restricted in some states.

You're allowed to own lock knives and fixed blades, in fact you're allowed to own anything that isn't on the prohibited list, eg flick knives. The crux is that you're not allowed to carry a knife without a good reason, the exemption being a folding knife (non-locking) with a blade cutting length not in excess of three inches.

You can carry a Swiss Army knife, for example, just in case it might come in handy. Anything over three inches, fixed, locking etc you need to demonstrate a lawful reason why you have it with you - examples would include taking home a knife you've just bought, knives you need for your job (chefs, carpet fitters etc) that kind of thing. Religous reasons and national costume are also exemptions but probably don't apply to most people.

 

[Jim Kleinkauf]

You're allowed to own lock knives and fixed blades, in fact you're allowed to own anything that isn't on the prohibited list, eg flick knives. The crux is that you're not allowed to carry a knife without a good reason, the exemption being a folding knife (non-locking) with a blade cutting length not in excess of three inches.

You can carry a Swiss Army knife, for example, just in case it might come in handy. Anything over three inches, fixed, locking etc you need to demonstrate a lawful reason why you have it with you - examples would include taking home a knife you've just bought, knives you need for your job (chefs, carpet fitters etc) that kind of thing. Religous reasons and national costume are also exemptions but probably don't apply to most people.

Very informative. It makes sense.

 

[Tortuga]

Microtech UTX-70View attachment 134784

Nice,I have a Microtech SOCOM Elite, extremely well made knives

 

[Tortuga]

Spyderco Native5 S90v with green micarta scales and aftermarket titanium clip.

 

[Jim Kleinkauf]

Benchmade Mini Infidel

 

[Chris]

My little Bug arrived! Love it, its bloody sharp!

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I got one of those at Christmas, it's brilliant! Extremely sharp out of the box and small enough to keep on my keychain. I added a short lanyard to make it easier to attach to the ring which also effectively gives more purchase.

Despite being so tiny it is genuinely useful, and being so tiny it's unlikely to get anyone's knickers in a twist.

 

[JamieM]

Here are three of my regular EDC knives, my Benchmade Mini Bugout 533-3 Carbon Fiber, CPM S90V, Higonokami Shirogami White Paper Steel, and my Vintage 1960s Solingen Gutmann two-blade congress Hen & Rooster.

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[Twelvefret]

Now this could be one dangerous thread...
I only have my Opinel #6 and so far it's doing what I need from a knife.
Having said that..there are some good looking ones posted here already...

The carbon steel versions are very able to be as sharp as any knife I own.

 

[Tortuga]

My much used work knife,a Microtech SOCOM Elite and my babied Hinderer XM18 non flipper in CPM20CV steel with copper kit.

 

[Jim Kleinkauf]

Benchmade BK3551 Pardue

 

[Jim Kleinkauf]

Benchmade Gold Class Dual-Action