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Pocket Knife Recommendations?
on: December 27, 2020, 05:32:56 PM
I am looking for a pocket knife similar to a Vic Popular:



Thin profile, slipjoint, blade length between 1.5 and 3 inches. Something you can easily throw into your pocket or wallet and forget it’s there until you need it.
Not looking for a specific brand, but I like a uniform and simple design.

I would appreciate any suggestions  :cheers:
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #1 on: December 27, 2020, 05:55:22 PM
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #2 on: December 27, 2020, 06:49:22 PM
I have the Buck 301 Stockman and would definitely recommend it

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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #3 on: December 27, 2020, 07:29:39 PM
Thanks for the recommendations gents  :hatsoff:

Now I know that I have to search for the term "pen knife". Are there any other companies I should look into besides Böker, Case and Buck? I would be fine if it had only one blade, I certainly don't want more than two  :cheers:
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #4 on: December 27, 2020, 07:49:21 PM
Anx of these traditional folders are to thick for wallet carry, but a Victorinox Cadet, that would most probably work for you. Very thin, lightweight but capable.

Or if you want something more modern looking, a Spyderco GrassHopper would also be a good option for a slim profile knife.

Wenger Patriot is practically exactly what you are looking for, but don't know how available they are stateside as Wenger is no more, maybe on the second hand market, ebay and such.

If I remember any more, I'll be back ;)
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #5 on: December 27, 2020, 07:58:36 PM
Quote from: SirVicaLot on December 27, 2020, 05:32:56 PM
I am looking for a pocket knife similar to a Vic Popular:

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Thin profile, slipjoint, blade length between 1.5 and 3 inches. Something you can easily throw into your pocket or wallet and forget it’s there until you need it.
Not looking for a specific brand, but I like a uniform and simple design.

I would appreciate any suggestions  :cheers:

Why not the Victorinox Excelsior alox?

Pretty well the modern production of the one in your photo.

Super lightweight (21g, same as the Classic SD  :o ) and thin (6mm, same as Classic SD alox, 2/3 the thickness of the Classic SD).


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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #6 on: December 27, 2020, 08:02:46 PM
I'm assuming that SirVic is looking for a traditional slipjoint and not another SAK.

Hen & Rooster is another brand currently still making slipjoints

https://www.smkw.com/brands/hen-rooster?blade_number=929

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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #7 on: December 27, 2020, 08:24:18 PM
Quote from: SirVicaLot on December 27, 2020, 07:29:39 PM
Thanks for the recommendations gents  :hatsoff:

Now I know that I have to search for the term "pen knife". Are there any other companies I should look into besides Böker, Case and Buck? I would be fine if it had only one blade, I certainly don't want more than two  :cheers:

If you are looking vintage then Camillus, Schrade CutCo, Utica, Ulster  and Queen are some to look at.

You would probably like the Queen #47 like I have here

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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #8 on: December 27, 2020, 08:31:24 PM
Quote from: SteveC on December 27, 2020, 08:02:46 PM
I'm assuming that SirVic is looking for a traditional slipjoint and not another SAK.

Hen & Rooster is another brand currently still making slipjoints

https://www.smkw.com/brands/hen-rooster?blade_number=929

Thanks enki and Altis for the recommendations  :hatsoff: I thought about those too, but Steve is correct. This time I am looking more for a traditional folder, not a SAK. I am really liking my bladeless MP400 and looking for an easy to carry, unobtrusive, non-tactical looking folder as a companion.

Will look into Hen & Rooster  :cheers: Keep the recommendations coming, I need something to do while the wife watches christmas movies  :D
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #9 on: December 27, 2020, 08:36:52 PM
Keep in mind the trad folders are quite a bit thicker than the Popular, especially the ones with the bolsters. No way carrying those in the wallet.
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Reply #10 on: December 27, 2020, 08:50:29 PM
If you are after slim then  something like this Case might be the ticket although it might be a bit short at   3 1/8"

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Rare-Stainless-Steel-Case-Pen-Knife-2-Blade-M279SS-Looks-Unsharpened/284107354774?hash=item42261e3296:g:Y2MAAOSwQOdfzorQ





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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #11 on: December 27, 2020, 08:59:30 PM
Quote from: enki_ck on December 27, 2020, 08:36:52 PM
Keep in mind the trad folders are quite a bit thicker than the Popular, especially the ones with the bolsters. No way carrying those in the wallet.
True. Guess I need to get two different ones then  :D Darn enablers everywhere  :pok:
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #12 on: December 27, 2020, 09:00:28 PM
Quote from: SteveC on December 27, 2020, 08:50:29 PM
If you are after slim then  something like this Case might be the ticket although it might be a bit short at   3 1/8"

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Rare-Stainless-Steel-Case-Pen-Knife-2-Blade-M279SS-Looks-Unsharpened/284107354774?hash=item42261e3296:g:Y2MAAOSwQOdfzorQ



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Something like this for the wallet would work perfectly  :tu:
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #13 on: December 27, 2020, 10:54:19 PM
Check Douk Douk and Otter Mercator knives.  :hatsoff:
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #14 on: December 27, 2020, 11:00:30 PM
otter mercator knives even come in copper, great antibacterial properties in covid times
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #15 on: December 27, 2020, 11:27:21 PM
Quote from: microbe on December 27, 2020, 11:00:30 PM
otter mercator knives even come in copper, great antibacterial properties in covid times
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Totally forgot about these. I even have the large one in copper  :facepalm: Gotta see if they have a smaller version  :popcorn:

Also will check out Douk Douk  :tu:
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #16 on: December 27, 2020, 11:50:47 PM
Quote from: microbe on December 27, 2020, 10:54:19 PM
Check Douk Douk and Otter Mercator knives.  :hatsoff:


That's what I thought. We are talking about ultra thin but capable.
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #17 on: December 28, 2020, 02:24:50 AM
Has anyone suggested an Opinel No 6, 7, or 8?
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #18 on: December 28, 2020, 03:00:31 AM
I've been down this rabbit hole before. I had found the Case pen knife ... And that's just the thing I'm after.  But the price is too high for me.  I got a Bantam Alox, which serves the purpose... But didn't scratch the itch. 

Mercator, doukdouk and I'll add Higonokami .... These all seem like interesting options :ahhh
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #19 on: December 28, 2020, 03:04:25 AM
Quote from: dadwithkids on December 28, 2020, 02:24:50 AM
Has anyone suggested an Opinel No 6, 7, or 8?

Not yet, but the issue with those is the shape of the handle. While it is a good shape to use, it is too bulky in the pockets. So for this scenario I wouldn’t pick a Opinel.
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #20 on: December 28, 2020, 03:09:45 AM
I found these so far:

Otter Mercator small


Tech Tool 1


Bear & Son One Blade Pen Knife


I would like another ultra thin option, but these seem hard to find  :dunno:
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #21 on: December 28, 2020, 08:59:18 PM
Some of these may have already been mentioned, but below are a few thoughts.  Some of these are too thick for a wallet, but all are easy to toss in a pocket.
  • Victorinox - Alox Bantam, (discontinued) Pioneer Pruner, (discontinued) Pioneer Apprentice, (discontinued) Pioneer Settler
  • Case Pattern #33 (pen), and similar knives by Boker, Hen & Rooster, Rough Ryder
  • Case Pattern #087 (pen & jack), and similar knives by Boker, Hen & Rooster, Rough Ryder
  • Case Pattern #37 (Sodbuster Jr)
  • A. G. Russell Ultimate Pen Knife
  • Cold Steel Lucky One or Lucky Two
  • Lionsteel Shuffler
  • Benchmade Proper
  • Spyderco Grasshopper or Honeybee
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #22 on: December 30, 2020, 04:02:17 AM
Thanks nate, i will look into these  :tu:
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #23 on: December 30, 2020, 06:22:57 AM
Cold Steel Lucky might be up your street. Modern version of a pen knife with carbon fibre and S35VN blades. Small, thin, very very capable. There is a two blade version current and a one blade which is discontinued but still available in stores.

https://www.knifecenter.com/item/CS54VPM/cold-steel-54vpm-lucky-one-gentlemans-pen-knife-s35vn-blade-carbon-fiber-handles
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #24 on: December 30, 2020, 01:02:38 PM
Quote from: nate j on December 28, 2020, 08:59:18 PM
Some of these may have already been mentioned, but below are a few thoughts.  Some of these are too thick for a wallet, but all are easy to toss in a pocket.
  • Victorinox - Alox Bantam, (discontinued)
    (...)

Are you sure about this one?!

 :think: :think:

I was thinking about using the one I got, not anymore if this is true...

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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #25 on: December 30, 2020, 01:24:13 PM
Quote from: pfrsantos on December 30, 2020, 01:02:38 PM
Are you sure about this one?!

 :think: :think:

I was thinking about using the one I got, not anymore if this is true...

 :facepalm:

I think at some point in the last few years a lot of the ALOX models weren't available in the US that were still offered in Europe, Bantam being one of them.

They are available now from different retailers, Amazon included. https://www.amazon.com/Victorinox-Alox-Bantam-Silver-Vic0230026/dp/B000MLU5MU


I very much like the look of this Knife Center exclusive RED ALOX one. :drool:
https://www.knifecenter.com/item/VN0230020KC/victorinox-swiss-army-bantam-multi-tool-33-red-alox-handles-super-slim-knifecenter-exclusive
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #26 on: December 30, 2020, 03:06:48 PM
Quote from: pfrsantos on December 30, 2020, 01:02:38 PM
Are you sure about this one?!

 :think: :think:

I was thinking about using the one I got, not anymore if this is true...

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I guess it wasn't clear from my first post, but what I meant (accurate as far as I know):
  • [current production] Alox Bantam
  • (discontinued) Pioneer Pruner
  • (discontinued) Pioneer Apprentice
  • (discontinued) Pioneer Settler
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #27 on: December 30, 2020, 04:40:20 PM
Not sure its wallet thin but its very light and relatively thin.  Al Mar Ultralights.  I have the smallest one and its not bad.  The blade is over sharpened but it carries well and is well made.  Not a big fan myself of Aus8 but it also not a bad steel. 

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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #28 on: December 31, 2020, 07:04:10 PM
Can't believe I forgot the Victorinox Alox Solo/Swiss Army 1 in my first post of the thread.  Better late than never, I suppose.
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Re: Pocket Knife Recommendations?
Reply #29 on: December 31, 2020, 07:43:31 PM
Quote from: SirVicaLot on December 27, 2020, 08:31:24 PM
Thanks enki and Altis for the recommendations  :hatsoff: I thought about those too, but Steve is correct. This time I am looking more for a traditional folder, not a SAK. I am really liking my bladeless MP400 and looking for an easy to carry, unobtrusive, non-tactical looking folder as a companion.

Will look into Hen & Rooster  :cheers: Keep the recommendations coming, I need something to do while the wife watches christmas movies  :D


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