Choosing a Firefighter Knife

Here are some important points to keep in mind when deciding on the right fire department pocketknife:

Operability

Is the firefighter pocketknife able to be opened with one hand?

Can the knife be opened while wearing fire department gloves?

Can the pocketknife be opened with one hand while wearing gloves?

Is the knife easily closed with one hand?

Can it be closed while wearing gloves?

Can the knife be closed with one hand while wearing gloves?

Features

Does the knife identify you as a firefighter?

Are there any additional features such as a seat belt cutter, window punch or other tools?



Construction

Blade: Material, design, edge, length, thickness

Handle: Material, length, color, pocket clip

Manufacturer: Company

Country: Location where knife was made

Item #: Reference number for pocketknife

Price

What is the average price range of the particular pocketknife?

How do I know if I am getting a good deal?

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