Best Manual Pocket Knives of 2025

The Kershaw Interstellar Pocket Knife is a full-size knife with a manual out-the-front opening and sliding mechanism. The blade is made of 8Cr13MoV stainless steel with a BlackWash finish that helps hide use scratches. The glass-filled nylon handle has unique texturing and a black-oxide-coated sliding button. The knife also features a bottle opener integrated into the backspacer and a single-position, deep-carry pocket clip for a comfortable carry in the pocket.

The Kershaw Method Knife is a collaboration with designer Jens Ansø, featuring a sleek 3-inch blade that combines style and functionality. The drop point blade, made from 8Cr13MoV steel, ensures a sharp edge that’s easy to maintain, perfect for everyday tasks. Its lightweight G10 handle provides a comfortable grip, making it easy to carry. You’ll appreciate the quick manual opening with the KVT ball-bearing system, allowing for seamless access whenever you need it. Safety is prioritized with an inset liner lock that secures the blade in both open and closed positions, making it ideal for various daily uses.

The Kershaw Diode Knife is a small, lightweight, and beautiful folding pocket knife that offers excellent cutting capabilities. Its 1.6 inch blade is made of 8Cr13MoV stainless steel with a matte, bead-blasted finish. The glass-filled nylon handle features an angular pattern that ensures a sure grip, and the extended backspacer doubles as a slotted screwdriver. With its manual flip-open design and nail nick, you have increased control over the speed of opening. The Diode is not only light and convenient to carry, but it also provides a strong grip for various cutting tasks. Whether you need a reliable tool for everyday use or for outdoor adventures, the Kershaw Diode Knife is a great choice.

The Kershaw Cinder-Copper Knife is an ideal small tool for your everyday needs. Its unique copper handle not only looks stylish but will also develop a beautiful patina over time. The upswept tip of the blade positions the edge perfectly for tasks like cutting boxes or twine, making your work easier and more efficient. This manual opening knife features a thumb stud for quick access, and the exposed liner lock adds a touch of visual appeal. Plus, with a built-in bottle opener, this compact knife is perfect for on-the-go convenience, whether you're at home or outdoors.

The Kershaw Faultine Pocketknife is a top-rated knife with an 8Cr13MoV stainless steel blade featuring extra carbon for sharp edge retention and a black-oxide coating for non-reflective magnetite surface. The polymer handle is reinforced with glass threads for stability and extra grippy textured overmold for protection. The knife also features a KVT opening system with ball bearings for quick manual opening and a deep-carry pocketclip for discreet and secure storage. The knife is perfect for emergency, tactical or utility use and comes with a lifetime warranty for properly used and maintained original owner.

The Kershaw Culpepper Folding Pocket Knife is a classic American-style knife with modern features. Its 7CR17MoV stainless steel blade is reinforced with vanadium for a long-lasting edge. The black G10 fiberglass laminate handle provides a comfortable grip while the nail nick enables quick and easy manual opening. The slipjoint lock ensures a low profile and vintage feel. With brass rivets and a lanyard hole, the Culpepper is versatile and easy to carry, measuring 7.4 inches when opened, 4.125 inches when folded, and weighing just 3 ounces.

The Kershaw Shuffle II Olive Multifunction Folding Pocket Knife is a reliable and versatile utility knife with value pricing. It features a flathead screwdriver tip, handy bottle opener on either side of the knife, lanyard hole, 8Cr13MoV stainless steel Tanto-blade, reversible pocketclip, dual ambidextrous thumbstuds, and is great for everyday, work, hunting, fishing, camping, or as a gift.

The Kershaw Kapsule is an excellent everyday carry folding pocket knife. Its compact and portable 1.9-inch blade made with 8Cr13Mov steel, boasting a single-edge, is safe and easy to use, making for an excellent box cutter. The knife features a glass-filled nylon handle that is lightweight with a unique texture and a blue PVD coating on handle elements. It opens with an out-the-front (OTF), manual sliding mechanism, securing the blade with a button lock. The knife's deep pocket clip creates a comfortable and subtle carry, making it perfect for everyday use.

The Kershaw XCOM Military-Style Pocketknife is a folding knife inspired by a classic trench knife of World War II, featuring a symmetrical, sharpened one-side spear point blade made of quality 8Cr13MoV steel, and an all-weather glass-filled nylon handle that fits comfortably in both hands. It is perfect for piercing and cutting and is great for camping, backpacking, or hunting. The knife also features a classic manual open with built-in thumb disk, and a reversible deep-carry pocket clip and lanyard hole add carrying versatility.

The Kershaw Fraxion Knife is a stylish and compact option for everyday carry. Its 2.75-inch blade, made from durable stainless steel, ensures that you have a sharp edge when you need it, and it's easy to sharpen when necessary. The tan G10 handle is not only stable but also comfortable in varying temperatures, providing a secure grip during use. With a convenient manual opening mechanism, you can quickly access the blade with just one hand, ensuring you’re always ready for any task. Plus, the liner lock keeps the blade securely in place, enhancing safety during use.