Knives are some of the most versatile tools ever invented, and so they will always deserve a place on a police officer's belt or in an outdoor survival bag. As well as providing a potent self defense option, knives can be used for a near-infinite range of survival tasks, including preparing food, trimming rope or twine, or cutting wood for fire or shelter. At CopsPlus we carry designs from some of the world's premier knifemakers, including SOG, Spyderco, Benchmade, Kershaw, Columbia River and Gerber.
Knives come in an extremely wide range of designs, with an equally wide range of applications. Folding knives are the most common everyday carry option. The blade folds away and locks into the handle, making them easier and safer to carry. Powerful locking systems also hold the blade open once deployed, giving them enough strength to carry out practically any task. Fixed blade knives cannot be folded away, and so are typically carried in a sheath. However, the lack of a folding mechanism makes them stronger and easier to use. The largest utility and fighting knives, such as the classic Bowie knife, are all fixed blade designs. Automatic knives are as compact as folding knives, but feature automatic deployment mechanisms that deploy the blade extremely quickly. Some swing out like a folding knife, while others deploy out-the-front. This section also includes more specialized knife styles such as multi-tools, escape hooks and tactical pens.
Knife blades also vary widely depending on the task that they are designed to accomplish. Some, like tanto blades, provide a strong, sharp tip to make piercing easy. Sheepsfoot knives, on the other hand, come with a blunt tip and a long cutting edge for maximum slicing efficiency. Others are capable of both piercing and slicing efficiently, such as the ever-popular drop point.
When browsing knives online at CopsPlus, remember that all of them are covered by our low price guarantee.
