Folding Knives

A comprehensive guide to collecting, maintaining, appreciating, and using modern folding pocketknives safely, carefully, and legally.  The ever-reliable traditional pocketknife has changed immensely over the last few decades. New technologies and production methods have led to the development of new designs and shapes. This book gives a complete overview of the fascinating world of modern pocketknives—both practical and tactical versions—and answers many questions, including • How are modern pocketknives constructed? • How do the different locks work? • When makes a blade cut well—and what doesn't? • What do steel designations and related metal properties mean? • What are the advantages and disadvantages of different handle materials? • How do different opening mechanisms work? • What are the advantages and disadvantages of various clips? There is a chapter devoted to safely carrying and using your folding knives. And a special section contains an in-depth discu