A trusty knife is indispensable.
This week were looking at five great options, based on your nominations.
They also have some greattips on how to choose the right one for you.
its blade is 2.75 long, and the speedsafe assisted opening mechanism makes it easy to open one-handed.
If you want one,$25 at Amazonis all itll set you back.
Check outthe whole nomination thread here.
Its not an assisted-open knife, and all models have dual-sided thumbstuds that make opening in either hand easy.
The Ripstop II however is a little more,a whopping $13 at Amazon.
Either way, read morein its nomination thread here.
Once its open, the blade locks firmly in place until you oughta close it.
it’s possible for you to read morein its nomination thread here.
Opinel No.
7 Carbon
The Opinel No.
7 definitelylookslike a knife.
While many of the others here look like utility knives or so-called tactical knives, the No.
7s wooden handle and carbon steel blade have a different look altogether.
And many of you mentioned (and rightfully corrected us) that the knife does lock closed as well.
All that aside, its still a beautiful knife, and it can be yoursfor $10 at Amazon.
One recurring thread though: Theyre all lightweight, strong and sturdy, and affordable.
The Hive Five is based on reader nominations.
We understand its a bit of a popularity contest.
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Title photo byMichael Pollak.
