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Opinel No.08 Stainless, manufacturer product photograph

Opinel No.08 Stainless

A simple wood-handled folder. Start here if low listed weight matters more than a pocket clip.

Blade
3.28 in
Listed weight
1.6 oz

Folding knife · Maker specifications & photo

Morakniv Companion (S), manufacturer product photograph

Morakniv Companion (S)

A dedicated outdoor fixed blade with a friction-grip handle and sheath. A different carry decision from a folder.

Blade
104 mm / 4.1 in
Listed weight
118.4 g / 4.18 oz; weight basis unclear

Fixed blade · Maker specifications & photo

Victorinox Huntsman, manufacturer product photograph

Victorinox Huntsman

Scissors and a wood saw alongside the blades. Worth considering when several small tools belong in the same pocket.

Blade
Not stated on source page
Listed weight
3.4 oz

Multi-tool folder · Maker specifications & photo

Benchmade Bugout 535 with blue Grivory handle and satin blade, manufacturer photograph

Benchmade Bugout 535

A slim, light folder with a blue Grivory handle. Compare the complete carry format, not just the steel name.

Blade
3.24 in
Listed weight
1.85 oz / 52.45 g

Folding knife · Maker specifications & photo

Prices and stock change. Check the maker’s current listing. We have not tested these knives.