What knife to get for EDC at work?

[! twitty]

I currently have a Kershaw JYD2 that I carry regularly. My problem is that it is a rather big knife to carry in dress pants. I am wanting to get something smaller like a Leek. I have also been considering a Ontario Rat 1 and a Kershaw Skyline as well.

The issue is that I have never seen any (besides the leek0 in person to see the size of them. Anyone have any pictures or comparisons etc? The length and thickness isn't necessarily the problem but the width is. Any suggestions?

 

[iamaclone45]

I EDC a Kershaw Skyline and love it.

The Skyline is a slim and trim package with a decent sized blade. The Skyline is also fairly budget priced so if you ruin it at work it won't set you back much to replace it.

Here is a photo comparison I found of a Skyline and JYD2.

 

[sadclownwp]

Kershaw Blur or Spyderco Delica, and thank me later

 

[OneBadV8]

Twitty, you can get with Brad from BradsKnives or find him at a gun show and probably check out a bunch that will fit your size and budget.

 

[indyjoe]

I'm on the small side of the knives for work carry. Mine is not a great defensive blade, but what carries in dress slacks at work. Spyderco Lady Bug. (They also make a Man Bug if your ego is bruised.) This and my Fenix LD01 are always with me.

When I switch to jeans, I'll add a more substantial blade, but use the LadyBug for normal service tasks.

 

[MeatyBacchus]

Emerson Roadhouse.

 

[grunt soldier]

the kershaw skyline is a great knife. the leek is a little smaller if I remember correctly and a great knife also. either one would suit your needs just fine.

 

[ryan3030]

This is what I carry in dress pants:
CRKT | Drifter EDC Folding Knives

Basically disappears into your pocket.

 

[tradertator]

My all time favorite little knife: the Benchmade 530 Pardue
530 Pardue Product Detail

 

[XDLover]

I've carried a Buck 281Tac for a couple years now, love it. Had held up better than any other knife I've owned. Never leave home without it unless I know I'm going someplace they won't let me!

 

[Hexa-Tula]

I'd really look into the Spyderco Delica. Decently thin, and real light.

 

[Ryninger]

I currently have a Kershaw JYD2 that I carry regularly. My problem is that it is a rather big knife to carry in dress pants. I am wanting to get something smaller like a Leek. I have also been considering a Ontario Rat 1 and a Kershaw Skyline as well.

The issue is that I have never seen any (besides the leek0 in person to see the size of them. Anyone have any pictures or comparisons etc? The length and thickness isn't necessarily the problem but the width is. Any suggestions?

Given the overly aggressive nature of the office staff, esp when they have id10t errors. I would recommend a machete, or some disposable scalpels!

 

[indysims]

I would stay away from the Kershaw Blur with dress pants... I have one and I find it a bit big for dress pants and the grippy surface on the handle can tear up the softer material of dress pants.

I carry the Leek to work and I love it. Thin and smaller handle with that smooth bead blasted or tumbled finish makes it nice and easy to clip on the dress pants pocket.

It's handle is 1" at the widest point and it's only .315" thick (not counting the clip)

The new REI store in Castleton has the all black version, you could go check it out in person
http://www.rei.com/stores/146

 

[! twitty]

I would stay away from the Kershaw Blur with dress pants... I have one and I find it a bit big for dress pants and the grippy surface on the handle can tear up the softer material of dress pants.

I carry the Leek to work and I love it. Thin and smaller handle with that smooth bead blasted or tumbled finish makes it nice and easy to clip on the dress pants pocket.

It's handle is 1" at the widest point and it's only .315" thick (not counting the clip)

The new REI store in Castleton has the all black version, you could go check it out in person
REI Store – Castleton, Indiana – Sporting Goods, Camping Gear

My wife has a pink Leek and I do like the size of it. i might go with it afterall.