Generally, there are three types of pocket knives. There are spring assisted knives, automatic knives and manual folding knives.
Spring assisted knives are considered the best among them. Also, these are the most popular ones.
Also called assisted opening knives, they have a few significant features. Following are the features and benefits of these knives:
The Spring Deployment Mechanism
These knives feature springs and the springs assist in blade deployment. You have to open the blade to some extent before the spring opens it to full extent.
When you partially open the blade, the spring comes into action and completely deploys the blade to full its full position.
Safety Lock
Spring assisted knives feature safety locks as well. When the blade is folded inside the handle, the safety lock locks the blade in the closed position.
When the blade is opened, the lock comes into action again and this time locks the blade in the open position and prevents it from moving.
Durability
These knives are said to be the most durable types of pocket knives. Yes, other types are also durable, but these knives feature the most sturdy blades.
This is why these knives are the most commonly used knives around. They can be used for all sorts of cutting tasks.
Safe & Easy to Carry
Spring assisted knives are quite easy to carry, and not just easy, they are quite safe as well.
Since they feature powerful locking systems, there is no chance of accidental injuries while carrying them in the pockets or any other thing such as a bag or purse. The foldable blade makes it easy to carry these knives.
EDC Uses
Spring assisted knives are excellent EDC knives. These knives are mainly used for routine cutting tasks.
They feature small, but very sharp blades that can help in everyday cutting work. They can help you with cutting grass, vegetables, peeling fruits etc.
