Pros:

• Back lock
• The aluminum body is lightweight

Cons:

• Not great for heavy-duty work

The only problem with the Doohickey is that it’s not a heavy-duty knife like some other options in this guide. Nite Ize never intended it to be a hardcore survival knife, so it’s best suited for opening packages and other light-duty tasks.

Buck Knives 505 Knight

There’s something iconic about a Buck knife, and the 505 Knight is no exception. This traditional knife looks incredible and features a high-quality stainless steel blade and a beautiful rosewood handle.

It has a back lock as well, keeping your digits safe while working with this classic beauty.

The Knight has a 1.87-inch long blade and a closed length of 2.75 inches, making it an excellent choice for pocket carry.

Pros:

• Great, classic design
• Back lock

Cons:

• Mid-range weight

It’s hard for a classic knife to keep the weight off, and the Buck Knight suffers that curse. While it’s not a paperweight, it does weigh 1.5 ounces, keeping it from the featherweight class some of the other knives on this list fall under.

SOG Money Clip Pocket Knife

The SOG Money Clip Pocket Knife is a great knife if you’re looking to add a knife to your EDC without noticing it’s there. The Money Clip Pocket Knife has a built-in clip to hold your cash, ID, or business cards in place.

The Money Clip Pocket Knife has a 2.75-inch long blade, a 3.38-inch long handle, an overall length of just over 5 inches. It weighs 2 ounces and has a clip point blade.

In order to allow the Money Clip to blend in seamlessly with your other pocket contents, SOG made it extremely thin. This is great for carrying, but might take some getting used to.

Pros:

• Built-in money clip
• Built-in lanyard hole

Cons:

• Slim grip could take some getting used to

To offset this learning curve, SOG included three finger grips to help maintain a positive grip.