Also fondly called “Emerald City”, Seattle is a city in Washington State. This city boasts of exciting history and equally interesting titles, such as being the first US city to introduce police on bicycles or the city whose people purchase more sunglasses than any other American city. However, beyond its fun or eccentric historical details, this city boasts a mild marine climate, numerous natural sites that encourage exploration, and interesting architectural structures with a story to tell.
For locals and tourists alike, Seattle offers an abundance of interesting experiences, from the lush greenery of Discovery Park to the interesting experiences at the iconic Space Needle. When it comes to maximising experiences in this beautiful city, it is best to be prepared. Being prepared can be ensuring you don't leave home without your keys or wallet. However, more often than not, being prepared means ensuring you don't go about your days without a trusty pocket knife by your side.
In this article, we explore the top six pocket knives to invest in while in Seattle.
6. The Glossy Black Cockatoo EDC Pocket Knife
The Glossy Black Cockatoo EDC pocket knife is built to be a trusty companion for anyone, regardless of lifestyle choices. Hence, it doesn’t matter if you are a photographer, an athlete, or someone who loves unique tools, this pocket knife is perfect for all types of daily expeditions.
At first, the Glossy Black Cockatoo EDC pocket knife looks like any other knife. It measures an overall length of 207.2mm (8.14”) with a 95.8mm blade. When folded, it measures no more than 110mm and weighs in at 115g, ensuring it is easy to carry when you’re going about your daily life or living it up in the wild. However, the difference lies in its style, engineering, and overall design.
The Glossy Black Cockatoo pocket knife has a frame made from a distinctive composition of resin, wood, and G10 for durability and aesthetic appeal. The knife also features a precision blade carved from 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel, a material that retains sharpness for a long time.
Although its aesthetics and physical dimensions already set it apart, the Glossy Black Cockatoos ergonomic design also stands out as a winning feature. The knife is designed to effortlessly adapt to the contours of the palm, ensuring minimal slippage and reduced risks of accidents during use. With this feature, you can enjoy a stylish pocket knife that you can trust during cutting tasks.
Knife Specifications
Blade Length: 95.8mm (3.77")
Overall Length: 207.2mm (8.14")
Folded Length: 110mm (4.33")
Blade Thickness: 2.5mm (0.09")
Weight: 115g (4.05oz)
Blade Steel: 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel
Blade Type: Drop Point
Scale Material: Black G10, Red Resin, and Ebony wood
Blade Hardness: 58HRC
5. The Galah EDC Pocket Knife
Chances are you’ve never seen a pocket knife like this before. This knife is pink, fun-looking, and shaped in an outline that looks like a bird, yet it still packs an immense punch in terms of utility.
Everything about the Galah EDC pocket knife stands out; its blade is shaped in an unusual design to mimic a bird’s beak, a screw placed to look like a bird’s eye, and an ergonomic design that accommodates soft curves and sharp edges. The knife’s handle is made from a combination of grey and white G10 with pink resin, the perfect combination that enables the knife to be both lightweight and sturdy. To ensure the Galah EDC pocket knife can slice through an array of materials, Koi uses 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel to forge the knife’s 95.8mm (3.77") blade.
The Galah EDC pocket knife is 207.2mm (8.14") long and folds neatly to a compact 110mm (4.33"). With its blade 2.5mm (0.09") thick, it tips the scales at a mere 115g (4.05oz).
Knife Specifications
Blade Length: 95.8mm (3.77")
Overall Length: 207.2mm (8.14")
Folded Length: 110mm (4.33")
Blade Thickness: 2.5mm (0.09")
Weight: 115g (4.05oz)
Blade Steel: 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel
Blade Type: Drop Point
Scale Material: Grey and White G10 and pink resin
Blade Hardness: 58HRC
4. The Crow EDC Pocket Knife
If you’re more interested in tools that look sleek and elegant, you definitely will love the Crow EDC pocket knife. This knife shares certain similarities with the other knives on the list, such as the use of an ergonomic design in its structure and the intentional use of durable materials in its craftsmanship. However, it also stands out in its overall aesthetics, which mimic the beauty of the crow bird.
The Crow EDC pocket knife features a handle made out of a combination of black resin and dark ebony wood, as well as a blade carved out of 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel. This combination ensures the Crow EDC pocket knife gives off an aura of mystery, intricately weaving functionality with beauty. The blade is 86.2mm (3.39" inch) long, 2.5mm thick, and is a drop point type.
The Crow EDC pocket knife is 207 mm long (8.14" inches) and 120mm long (4.72" inches) when folded. It comes with a linear lock and top flipper tab to ensure smooth opening and closing.
Knife Specifications
Blade Length: 86.2mm (3.39" inch)
Overall Length: 207mm (8.14" inch)
Folded Length: 120mm (4.72" inch)
Blade Thickness: 2.5mm (.09" inch)
Weight: 166g (5.85 oz)
3. The Kookaburra EDC Pocket Knife
The Kookaburra EDC pocket knife adequately captures the magic and essence of Kookaburra birds in its details, colour scheme, and overall design. This pocket knife is made from light maple wood with warm shades of brown and vivid turquoise resin to represent the plumes of the iconic bird. Its blade, crafted to precision in the shape of a bird’s beak, is made from 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel for durability and wear resistance.
What stands out about the Kookaburra knife, besides its unique colour scheme and material composition, is its distinctive shape and details. This knife features contours and angles that are not only done to purposefully create an outline that looks like a bird’s outline but also as an effort to improve human functionality. By crafting the knife in an ergonomic design, Koi ensures improved handling and, by default, enhanced functionality.
The Kookaburra EDC pocket knife has a blade length of 87mm (3.42 inches) and 206mm (8.11 inches), making it both handy and valuable. When folded, it measures 118mm (4.64 inches), making it easy to carry in your pocket or bag.
Knife Specifications
Blade Length: 87mm (3.42")
Overall Length: 206mm (8.11")
Folded Length: 118mm (4.64")
Blade Thickness: 2.5mm (.09")
Weight: 129g (4.55 oz)
Blade Steel: 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel
Blade Type: Drop point razor
Scale Material: Light Maple wood with turquoise resin
Blade Hardness: 58HRC
Clip Material: CK1055 Spring Steel (Heat treated to 44 HRC)
Hardware: Brass Passivated screws & Clip
Blade Grind: Triple Bevel & finger grip slots
Blade Grind: 50/50
Pivot assembly: Caged Ceramic ball bearing washer
Opener: Top Flipper Tab
Lock Type: Liner Lock
2. The Wedge Tailed Eagle EDC Pocket Knife
The Wedge Tailed Eagle EDC pocket knife is an icon, just like its avian namesake. This knife is eye-catching and will grab attention, whether as a standalone tool or as a part of a collection.
Koi’s clever craftsmanship once again comes into play in the design of this pocket knife. This is evident from the unusually shaped knife frame, minute details in the blade, the angling of the blade down to mimic the bird's beak, and even the placement of a screw to look like a bird’s eye. In fact, if you look closely at where the frame meets the blade, a slight projection when the knife is closed looks like a bird’s beak. Even the intricate lining all over the brown-and-yellow handle makes the frame look like a feather.
However, beyond aesthetics, the Wedge Tailed Eagle EDC pocket knife offers utility and longevity. Its materials are chosen to provide superior durability, and its design is crafted to provide comfort during use.
Knife Specifications
Blade Length: 87mm
Overall Length: 206mm
Folded Length: 118mm
Blade Thickness: 2.5mm
Weight: 129g
1. The Magpie EDC Pocket Knife
Renowned for their vocal skills, Magpies, also fondly known as Flute-birds and Piping Rollers, are clever birds with impressive social skills. These birds are so smart that they can easily mimic sounds made by several animals, such as dogs, horses, and even human speech. However, beyond their talent of mimicry, the birds are hardy, adaptable, and resilient.
The Magpie EDC pocket knife is built to be resilient like its muse. This resilience is enabled by the use of wear-resistant materials in the carving of every component of the pocket knife. The knife’s handle is made from dark ebony timber and white pearl resin to mimic the bird’s colour, and the blade is carved from 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel. These materials come together nicely to radiate the Magpie bird’s features while also the knife can thrive in the hustle and bustle of daily life in Seattle.
Knife Specifications
Blade Length: 75mm (2.95" inch)
Overall Length: 180mm (8.11" inch)
Folded Length: 105mm (4.13" inch)
Blade Thickness: 2.5mm (.09" inch)
Weight: 129g (4.55 oz)
Blade Steel: 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel
Blade Type: Drop Point
Scale Material: Dark Ebony Wood & White Resin
Blade Hardness: 58 HRC
Clip Material: CK1055 Spring Steel (Heat treated to 44 HRC)
Hardware: Black Passivated screws & Clip
Blade Grind: Triple Bevel & finger grip slots
Blade Grind: 50/50
Pivot assembly: Caged Ceramic ball bearing washer
Opener: Top Flipper Tab
Lock Type: Liner Lock
Choosing The Right Pocket Knife For You
From the rugged outdoors to urban adventures, the top six pocket knives highlighted in this article cater to various styles and needs for different lifestyles in Seattle. Whether you resonate with the sleek design of the compact Magpie EDC pocket knife or the striking yet functional Galah EDC pocket knife, Koi’s avian-inspired pocket knives are designed to be the perfect fit for you. Simply select the style that best fits your taste, and rest assured that you will always have a trusty tool by your side.