Small fixed blade in pocket sheath?

[Magnaminous_G]

I’ve been thinking about EDC’ing a small fixed blade. The more I think about it, the more I like the idea. Carrying a fixed blade fixes a lot of problems instantly and permanently. No more cleaning, no more lubricating, no more lint and dust in the pivot. Just a solid knife. I know that people love their folders, so this is not a folder vs. fixed blade thread. I just want to know if anyone uses a pocket sheath to carry a small fixed blade, and if so, are you willing to share your experiences and thoughts. I’m thinking of carrying it in my right front pocket. Any issues? Comfortable for EDC? Advantages and disadvantages?


BTW, this is what I’m talking about:

 

[CSG]

Other than those pocket sheaths taking up a lot of real estate for the amount of knife carried, no, I like fixed blades. I don't carry them though because for pocket carry you get less knife than a folder.

Besides, I already pocket carry a firearm in a pocket sheath so I need at least the other front pocket free for keys, chapstick, my Ambassador, and Mini-Grip (clipped to the pocket, not in it).

My first Buck 501 (around 1980) came with a pouch sheath and I often pocket carried it in the sheath but for the most part, I just clean a folder as needed.

Now, a small fixed blade on a belt is another thing. As far as pocket carry, you'll know once you've tried it for a week.

 

[SideTracked]

I have pocket carried a fixed a couple times. I loved the idea of having the reliability however my findings were that I couldnt quickly resheath it without wondering if I was gonna slice my pants.

 

[Steel130]

I would talk to Rick Lowe about one of his pocket sheaths. They are meant to be streamlined and have a clip. So it is basically like carrying a folder in your pocket with the clip, with a bit more real estate overall. Decent amount of Fiddleback Forge guys carry like this.

 

[SideTracked]

I would talk to Rick Lowe about one of his pocket sheaths. They are meant to be streamlined and have a clip. So it is basically like carrying a folder in your pocket with the clip, with a bit more real estate overall. Decent amount of Fiddleback Forge guys carry like this.

This.

I've had much better results with a clip attached but still worry a little about slicing my poor pockets when in a hurry

 

[Steel130]

This.

I've had much better results with a clip attached but still worry a little about slicing my poor pockets when in a hurry

Yes I think I have had some pants get cuts when trying to resheath. It is a bit trickier than pocketing a folder.

 

[Allen R.]

i pocket carried my strider db in the kydex sheath the first day i got it, (removed the tek lok) and it was GTG.

 

[ISKski]

I have carried this knife near daily for almost a year, its a ch under 6'' overall, maaaaybe 1/2'' thick with the sheath so it carries like a dream even in my slim fit jeans.

Even though it is very small I hesitate to pull it out in public. In this day in age, there really is no telling how someone will react to a small fixed blade knife like that.

so it pretty much strictly gets used around the house or in private.

I once got a gasp from a guy at a party of friends, when i went to cut a loose fibre off a girls shirt for her - he was like " is that a fixed blade ?!"

in my experience in the reality of a daily pocket knife: nipping string, cutting tape, slicing bits of food, ect that a slipjoint is all I need.

I do hear you on the advantages of ease of maintenance

I carry this knife all the time really just because I can, I hardly notice it in my pocket and its the best personal fruit knife of all time (imho)

So unless you live in an area where sheathed belt knives are commonplace (I'm not so lucky) I wouldn't recommend using it as a sole daily carry option..

 

[ridnovir]

I like small blades for edc and carry in pocket sheath

 

[benchwarmer380]

I've been pocket carrying my Scrapivore to work pretty much since I got it. It's slim and easy to get behind to get my keys or a lighter out. I have yet to cut my pants resheathing. I just place the spine on the clip and slide until it hits kydex and in it goes.

 

[Shadow213]

It took a little getting used to carrying a fixed blade but the pocket clip makes it convenient, and the resheathing is the only part that takes a little getting used to. I carry this Alan Davis fixed in my RF pocket and I can't tell much difference at all between it and my Military, other than the slightly thicker carry because of the sheath. Although it's a small blade, there's definitely a different feel for me when I have a fixed in hand as compared to a folder.....as the OP posted, no worry about dust/debris in the pivot, having to lubricate the moving parts or any type of lock failure.

 

[axarob44]

I've got this little set up that works really well. It's an ESEE Candiru in a pocket clipped kydex sheath from Murfs Paws Kydex (gunfixerjoe on this site)

 

[zzyzzogeton]

I like fixed blades and have carried small ones in deep front pocket pants. The only issue is that in some locations fixed blades can ONLY be carried openly, and total pocket carry could be called "concealed carry".

 

[jimmyd1982]

I'm using my phone so I can't link a picture, but you should check out a bhk snap knapp. Looks like it would be great for pocket carry without taking up too much space.

 

[dalefuller]

I have my Izula in RF cargo pocket now in an Adirondack sheath with a Streamlight Stylus Pro. Makes a nice work carry combo and the Izula's blade length is all I need around the warehouse. I have a Rodent 3 inbound that's slightly longer. I'll carry that for a while when it arrives. I like small FBs, probably better than folders, and most of mine get RFP carried.

I'd check out Alan Davis, as already mentioned. He does outstanding work and his sheaths are functional and creative. I have a couple of different styles from him and they work well for pocket or belt carry.

 

[Bob W]

I've been daily carrying a small fixed blade for years, the Hunters Scalpel from AG Russell. Pocket carry at work, on the motorcycle, hiking, fishing... The entire package is smaller than an EDC-style folding knife, and lighter than a similarly-bladed Traditional or SAK.

However, I wouldn't be interested in carrying a pocket-filling leather sheath. It would be OK for hiking, but not when sitting for long periods of time. In the back pocket it feels as if the knife will be bent, or fall out. And in the front pocket they jam into my waist line. Like someone mentioned above too, unless you remove the sheath every time it doesn't feel secure inserting a knife into my pocket.

What I would like to try, a flat pocket sheath or EDC system the size and shape for BDU cargo pockets.

 

[james terrio]

Other than those pocket sheaths taking up a lot of real estate for the amount of knife carried...

As shown in other examples, you're not stuck with a "wallet-size" back-pocket sheath. This one has an added tie-down loop and a rare-earth magnet hidden inside to aide retention.

What I would like to try, a flat pocket sheath or EDC system the size and shape for BDU cargo pockets.

Maybe a flat sheath with an EDC knife and spots for other stuff like a lighter, sharpener, etc? I've seen folks make their own sheath/systems like that, they're pretty cool.

 

[CSG]

I get it but this is not something *I'd* do. I really don't see the point or benefit. As I'd said, I like fixed knives, especially for serious work outdoors but not to carry in town or to work. There are few circumstances I can think of that carrying a fixed blade knife vs. folder (which will probably have a larger working blade) for light duty daily tasks makes any sense to me. Then again, I pocket carry my Ruger LCP so what do I know?

 

[CDKJudoka]

I do that with my BK11. My BK14 is on my belt and my 11 is in my pocket. I take it and the sheath out when i need to use it.

 

[Lycosa]

Consider a FB from Jason Wilder. Trust me!