History hasn’t been kind to automatic pocket knives—also known as switchblades—and in some places they’re still outlawed or restricted. Yet that bad rep mostly isn’t deserved, as automatic pocket ...

"Hearst Magazines and AOL may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." History hasn’t been kind to automatic pocket knives—also known as switchblades—and in some places they’re ...

Editor’s Note: May 22, 2026: We have added the Benchmade Triage as Best Rescue Knife, and in our last update, the Benchmade Bugout was included for its exceptional quality. The CRKT Twist Tighe has ...

There are several different ways an everyday carry knife can be deployed, but none of them are as quick and effortless as automatics. With just the push of a button, these knives spring open and are ...

The Flash AT and the Kiku XR deliver that fidgety and fun deployment we crave.

Too often, everyday carry is a game of economics — how much you can pack into your pockets for a reasonable price. Unfortunately, a lot of “affordable” pieces of EDC gear aren’t worth their weight in ...