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UK Friendly Folding Knives

Here in the UK, there are a set of laws governing folding knife ownership. Every folding pocket knife that we sell is legal to own within the United Kingdom. The models on this page are particularly suited to UK Friendly Folding Knives. Whether out in the bush or on your urban commute, a folding kni… View more

UK Friendly Folding Knives

Here in the UK, there are a set of laws governing folding knife ownership. Every folding pocket knife that we sell is legal to own within the United Kingdom. The models on this page are particularly suited to UK Friendly Folding Knives. Whether out in the bush or on your urban commute, a folding knife is the ideal companion. Check out all of our quality brands such as Spyderco, Benchmade, Fox, Andre De Villiers, and Real Steel to name a few. 

 

When buying an EDC folding knife it is important to make an informed decision, especially with strict UK laws around knives. Our blog UK Friendly Folding Knives. What should you be looking for? can offer you some guidance. For practicality and convenience our range of key sized Folding Knives make a great pocket companion, to find out more about the ones we offer read The 12 Best Key Sized UK Friendly Knives.

 

How to carry knives safely?

 

Ensure your Folding knife is a UK friendly carry knife, read our Guide to knife laws in the UK to understand more about this. 


You can also carry your Folding Knife in a durable sheath or holster and keep it in your backpack when not in use.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are folding knives legal in the UK?
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Folding knives are legal to own within the UK. There are specific restrictions in place for carrying a knife in public versus use in private. These are covered in more detail in our Guide to Knife Laws in the UK
Are there specific legal requirements for UK-friendly folding knives?
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Yes, UK-compliant folding knives must have a non-locking blade, often referred to as a slipjoint, and must have a blade length of no more than 3 inches ( 7.6 cm). Each item on our store has this included in the specification and is clearly labelled under the product title as 'UK Friendly Carry' if it meets these requirements.
What features should a UK-friendly folding knife have?
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In the United Kingdom, a folding knife should have a non-locking blade that is no longer than 3 inches (7.6cm) to fit the UK Carry requirements.
Can I carry a UK-friendly folding knife in public?
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You can carry a UK-friendly folding knife in public if it meets the legal requirements; specifically that it is a non-locking folding knife, with a blade no longer than 3" (7.6cm)