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(img)īetween 16, the peasant knife (or “penny knife”) became an affordable and widely distributed option for the first time in history. Examples have been found dating back to the 1600s. The pistol grip Gully knife was a pocket knife that was most likely used for fighting. They carried some friction folders, but more often appear to have used clasp knives that used a catch to hold the blade open. Many folding knives have been found from the viking era. It most likely belonged to a wealthy traveler. The Romans actually even invented their own Swiss Army-esque knife that included a spoon, blade, spike, fork, spatula, and pick. These knives didn’t have locks or springs, but rather used friction to stay closed and required pressure from the hand or thumb to stay open. Many bronze “friction folders” have been discovered from the Roman Empire. Romans were the next group to really use the pocket knife as a tool. It was unearthed in Hallstatt, Austria, and it features a single blade with a bone handle. The oldest pocket knife (or “jackknife”) ever discovered dates back to around 600-500 BC. Here’s a bit of the history behind the iconic knife. The small folding knife has become a quintessential item in a man’s everyday carry collection. Whether yours was a gift from your pops or you got it while working on your first badge as a Cub Scout, it no doubt became a trusty sidekick you relied on for a bunch of little tasks. Every boy acquired a pocket knife at some point in time.
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