Types of Knives

FIXED-BLADE KNIVES

A fixed-blade knife will never surprise you in use because it is a solid piece of steel anchored to the handle. For those who want a blade they really trust for tough jobs, such as field dressing and tough camping tasks, a fixed blade is the answer. Fixed blades are durable and hold up to the elements well because of their straight, simple construction without folding mechanisms. In fixed blade knives, the blade is one piece of metal that runs the length of the knife. When the blade reaches the beginning of the handle, it can either taper into a rat-tail that is surrounded by the handle or not taper and continue as a tang that is covered on either side by handle "slabs."

FOLDING KNIVES
Folding blade knives are generally not quite as durable as fixed blade knives, but provide safety and the carrying convenience of compact size. Folding blade knives come in a variety of configurations, some of which lock into place. Locking folders allow much of the same confidence of a fixed-blade while letting you close the blade into the handle for safety.
Pocket Knife
	Good, old-fashioned pocket knives are still high on the list of favorites-great to carry in your pocket for all the times you might need a knife. Not all models lock open, but that's not critical for their utilitarian use. Some pocket knives offer multiple blades for different uses.
Lockback
	A "lockback" is a type of folding knife that locks open. Locking folders provide much of the confidence of a fixed-blade while open, yet enable you to fold the blade for safety and carrying convenience. A lockback gets its name from a rocking lock plate visible on the back of the handle. Opening the blade causes the "rocker" to lock against the blade so it locks open. Pushing down on the rocker at the back of the handle releases it and enables you to close the blade. Lockbacks require two-hand closing, though some are one-hand openers.
One-Hand Open/Close

Many knife users are looking for the convenience of a knife that opens and closes with one hand, and also provides lock-open safety. For climbing and activities where one hand is occupied, a one-hander is essential. For other activities, a one-hander may be the personal preference. There are many types of one-handers, so choose one that fits your activities.

Liner Lock
A "liner lock" is a folding knife that locks open via a tensioned metal liner inside the handle. Similar to a "lockback," opening the blade activates the lock. Unlocking is achieved by placing your thumb on the front part of the liner and pushing to the left, which releases the blade. A liner lock enables you to close the blade with one hand. A thumb hole or thumb stud in the blade is typically used for one-hand opening.

Frame Lock
A "Frame Lock" operates like a liner lock, only the lock is a tensioned part of the handle frame with an open channel. When the blade opens, the frame lock moves into the handle opening and locks against the blade. Pushing to the left releases it from its "locked" position so you can close the blade.

Assisted Opening
"Assisted Opening" knives are the ultimate in 1-hand convenience. They also use a liner lock for locking the blade open. To open, release the safety, then push the blade release ridge. After the blade starts opening, the assisted opening mechanism (ASAP) completes the blade opening, which releases the liner to lock the blade open. To close, push left on the front of the liner lock to unlock it, close the blade and engage the safety on top of the handle.

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