The best pocket knives you can buy in 2021

The open frame on the Gerber Mini Knife isn’t just for looks; it makes the knife light and easy to work. The stainless steel construction ensures the knife doesn’t feel flimsy though.

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There’s a reason the Swiss Army knife has become a metaphor for all-around utility. As the Classic SD proves, the brand packs in more functional gadgets to their knives than you will likely ever use: a small blade, scissors, nail file, 2.5 mm screwdriver, key ring, toothpick, and tweezers.

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Another multi-use knife, the RoverTac pocket knife is an all-star for campers, fishers, or anyone on the job. It’s got two pairs of pliers, a wire cutter, can and bottle openers, and a 9-piece screwdriver set. The stainless steel blade, coated with durable black oxidation, is no joke either.

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Designed for tactical survival situations and everyday carry, the ALBATROSS EDC Cool Sharp offers spring-assisted one-hand deployment, a 2.7-inch slightly recurved stainless steel blade, seatbelt cutter, glass breaker, and a pocket clip to keep it with you always.

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With all the essentials -- 3.4 inch stainless steel blade with clip point shape blade for improved piercing power, safety lock and one-hand deployment, seatbelt cutter, and glass breaker -- the Rush Deer RG10 is an easy choice.

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Don’t be fooled by the light colors and butterfly pattern; the FEMME FATALE FF-A010LB is still a serious tool with serious muscle. The 3 inch stainless steel blade is designed to the same quality as Master Cutlery's MTech and MTech Xtreme lines.

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Designed with the needs of military in mind, this Special Forces knife offers a unique combination of features from CRKT’s popular M-16 series. According to the seller, “The dual grind Tanto blades were specified because they offer maximum strength. The open build allows two Carson Flippers to be incorporated, resulting in a true hilt— very rare in folding knives.”

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This sleek option from Kershaw is made with high-performing Sandvik 14C28N Steel blade and corrosion-resistant 410 stainless steel alloy handle, making for a light package that can get any job done.

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Another dependable model from Kershaw, patriotically numbered model 1776, this knife features a 3.25 inch blade made with carbon and chromium for strength and corrosion resistance. It’s perfect for outdoor activities like hunting and fishing, or just working in the backyard.

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You’ll never lose the Kershaw Barricade in bright orange, which is good because otherwise you’d miss the knife’s excellent 8Cr13MoV steel blade reinforced with carbon, fast torsion bar deployment system, and confident locking mechanism.

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