Why do pocket knives have clips?

They secure the knife high up in your pocket (so it’s not swimming around in a jumble of keys and pocket change) and can be accessed easily. Deep Carry clips are very popular because they sit deeper in the pocket and aren’t exposed for the whole world to see.

What is a clip blade on a pocket knife?

The clip point is a common blade shape, characterized by a spine with a front section that appears to be clipped off. This cut-out area can either be straight or concave and results in a fine point that’s ideal for precision tasks.

Can you sharpen Gerber knives?

Knife Sharpening Gerber recommends frequent and light sharpening to ensure your blade is always sharp. A dull blade is more dangerous than a sharp one. Over sharpening can cause premature deterioration of the blade. To sharpen a serrated knife edge, consider doing so with a round sharpener or a similar style stone.

Are Gerber knives made in the USA?

Since 1939, Gerber has masterfully hand-crafted knives, tools, and equipment, in the Portland, Oregon facility – pioneering an industry and honoring a heritage. Local ingenuity and American spirit collide within these walls – where iconic products are born, tested, and shipped worldwide.

What is deep carry knife?

2. Deep Carry. Deep carry clips conceal the knife in pocket. For many knife owners, the deep carry clip is the only way they want to keep their knife secure. Deep carry clips allow knives to sit deeper in one’s pocket, exposing as little of the knife as possible.

Should I take the clip off my knife?

Without a four-position clip, your ability to carry a knife the way you want, in the pocket you want is severely limited. If you have a knife with one of the standard tip-down, right-hand carry, you should take the pocket clip off.

What are clip point blades good for?

The clip point blade style is an all-around purpose knife for different tasks such as meat processing, fish cleaning, and even animal skinning. For the Tanto point blade style, the roles are pretty specific, with the knife only used in specific situations such as cutting or piercing hard materials.

What is the advantage of a clip point knife?

Because the tip is controllable, sharp and thinner at the spine, a clip point knife lends itself to quicker stabbing with less drag during insertion and faster withdrawal. In some cases, the back edge of the clip point is sharpened to make a second edge, which improves the function of the tip even more.