A Gentleman's folder.

270ultimate said:
I agree with so much of what you said here. Especially the part about a thumb stud or pocket clip. But for me personally, you can throw a locking blade into that mix as well. Not sure why, I just feel that places a knife more into a utilitarian role. Not that gentlemen don’t need utility or functionality.

I will say there are a ton of amazing knives in this thread that are hard to really argue as to whether or not they would qualify. I guess it really does show how subjective that “gentleman’s” descriptor can be.
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Agree. Kinda turned in to a "post every knife you own" thread.
 
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Culprit99 said:
Great thread, rdnzl rdnzl !

I went back and found my answer to the question "What is a gentleman's knife?" in a similar thread from August 2022 to see if my thoughts have changed any. Nope, what I wrote then still describes my take on a gentleman's knife:

"My impression is that a gentleman’s knife grew out of the original pen knife - a small, one bladed knife for dressing quill pens or pencils. Thin and unobtrusive in the pocket. Something utilitarian that grew into also being elegant pocket jewelry. These men had other tools for other purposes (work, defense, etc), but this was the knife that was always on them for refined tasks in the house or in town, not in the barn, on the trail, or when afield.

My personal take is that any knife with a thumb stud, hole, or pocket clip is not a gentleman’s knife. Quiet opening and closing is a must, but that’s not to say a good snick or snap is out - just that you can open it quietly when desired. Excellent fit and finish is required, and polish isn’t a bad thing. Wood, horn, antler, and bone are good, but not required. Smooth - no rough edges to wear dress clothes.

When I reach for a gentleman’s knife, It’s one of these three."

My humble two pennies,
Culprit99

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My thoughts are that it's all about the materials and level of aggression in the design. Basically the precise opposite of "tactical".

Gentlemen come in all shapes and sizes, but they're always made of the right stuff. lol
 
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