The slim profile of the Guile makes it look like a gentleman’s pen knife: easy to slip into the chest pocket of a shirt or jacket. The 14C28N-steel blade has excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance, and jimping on the spine for leverage.

The blade deploys with either the thumb hole or the flipper edge on the front.

This is the knife Park recommends to most people looking for a reliable daily driver at a great price. Its modern design and smooth action appeal to most anyone who appreciates sleek EDC.

Park especially likes the easy deployment of the blade via the thumb stud, along with a frame lock that secures it in place.

This is a gift-worthy pocket knife you’ll probably want to keep for yourself. The combo of a wooden handle with a Damascus-steel blade marries craftsmanship with practicality.

The Yonder is on the smaller side with a closed length of just 3.75 inches—excellent for daily compact carry.

Hollowed handles keep a knife lightweight and give it a unique look. The Noctic's skeletal handle is made of Micarta, which helps with grip and develops a patina over time. It also has a finger choil to keep your digits out of the way when slicing.

Jimping (the groove along the spine of the blade) provides leverage when cutting, and the frame lock keeps the blade secured.

Serrated blades are great for hiking, camping, or heavy-duty work. They’re excellent for cutting through rope or twine, and can break down small limbs for kindling for a campfire.

The blade opens by flicking the thumb stud, and jimping on the spine offers you a comfortable grip and leverage.