J
jackknife
Well said, Carl.
Like you, I still "get by" with a simple slipjoint or friction folder, and a sheath knife if/when needed.
(Though I tend to favor a 4 inch or larger slipjoint like the Buck 301, or a Trapper, or a Moose, over the peanut size/class.)
After 60 odd years I've yet to obtain a "serious" cut, or lose a finger or more from using a knife with no blade lock.
As for the "Tactical" aspect that is so popular today ... As a civilian, I've never had need to "take out" an enemy sentry, and I've
never had need of prying open the hatch on a tank; not even when I was in the military.
I don't know of any civilians who have had need of doing such, either.
Nor have I had need to fell a tree, make a hole in a concrete block or other wall, trim paving stones, or other such nonsense with a knife.
There are much better tools for those tasks than a knife. I've never even had cause to stab some poor car or pickup, or need to pry one of their doors open.
I've never been in a rush to open a knife, and have no need of one hand opening, flippers, or assisted opening. I find a pocket knife more comfortable laying in the bottom of my pocket compared to held upright in my pocket, so have no need of pocket clips, which can also cause a "hot spot" during extended use.
My favorite sheath knife is a Mora "Classic Number 1". If you ain't doing anything stupid, you don't need a guard, (which can get in the way while skinning critter.)
I do have a "couple" Buck 110's. I treat them like a slipjoint.
"Trust
no blade lock" is an
excellent way to continue having ten (or however many you were born with) fingers.
