One-handed pocket knife: quick and efficient

Features of one-handed pocket knives

One-handed pocket knives are knives that you can fold open using just one hand. Depending on the mechanism and how new you are to the world of pocket knives, this might take some practice. In most cases, however, it's intuitive and easy. The advantage of a one-handed opening pocket knife is that you open the blade quickly during your daily cutting tasks, so you are not forced to put down your work to open your knife.

Popular opening mechanisms

The most popular one-handed opening mechanisms the thumb studs, a thumb hole and flippers. These three options come in different shapes and sizes. A thumb stud is a little protrusion, like a 'button' on the side of your blade that you push to open the blade. A thumb hole is a hole in the blade. Both of these opening mechanisms give your thumb enough traction to push open the blade. A flipper is a part of the blade that sticks out, usually on the back of the blade. This little tab also gives you enough traction to flip open the blade. It's not unlike a light switch! Usually, you open a flipper knife with your index finger.

Knife laws

Not all one-handed pocket knives are legal to carry or possess everywhere. Please consult local laws to check whether your pocket knife is legal in your country or region.