Kershaw and Civivi Pocket Knives Are on Sale for Black Friday—These Are the Deals Our Gear Editors Trust

This cleverly-designed Kershaw doubles as a bit and driver set. Its 8Cr13MoV-steel blade has excellent edge retention and deploys quickly thanks to the thumb stud. The driver swings out of the handle, which also holds the two flathead and two Phillips bits.I’m a big fan of narrow knives. They remind me of the sleek stiletto blades popular with mobsters, but with modern functionality. The Gerber Pledge hits those old-school notes with better materials like an oxide-coated blade and textured handle. Its barely-there design fits comfortably in your pocket as well.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowThe Leek’s blade comes to an extremely fine point, ideal for dressing game and gutting fish—like a paring knife built for the outdoors. The blade features assisted opening, meaning easy one-handed deployment, and the stonewashed blade bolsters durability.The Incindie’s hollow blade not only looks cool but keeps the knife lightweight and offers some grip when slicing. The G10 handle also helps with grip—a lot of my knives have this fiberglass blend material, and it wears in well.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowThe No. 09 is as functional as it is elegant. The carbon-steel blade is easy to maintain, and the beechwood handle adds a touch of polish. Its rotating collar lock keeps you safe, and the nail indent allows easy blade deployment.The Blur has a very fine edge that’s easy to sharpen and maintain. A thumb stud makes deployment easy, and the liner lock keeps it in place. The blade itself has a Cerakote coating for extra corrosion resistance.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowI love a small pocket knife because they’re so practical, but adding a cat face makes them even more fun to use. Civivi’s Purr is a sub-2-inch blade made of durable Nitro steel with jimping on the spine. Add a grippy G10 handle, and you have an excellent, unique EDC.The slim profile of the Guile makes it look like a gentleman’s pen knife: easy to slip into the chest pocket of a shirt or jacket. The 14C28N steel blade has excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance, and jimping on the spine for leverage.The blade deploys with either the thumb hole or the flipper edge on the front.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowYou can’t go wrong with the classic Swiss Army knife. It’s a knife plus 20 other tools in a small 4.5-inch package. It’s the ultimate multitasker, and the brand has a limited warranty for some peace of mind.This is a gift-worthy pocket knife you’ll probably want to keep for yourself. The combo of a wooden handle with a Damascus-steel blade marries craftsmanship with practicality.The Yonder is on the smaller side, with a closed length of just 3.75 inches—excellent for daily compact carry.Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowHollowed handles keep a knife lightweight and give it a unique look. The Noctic's skeletal handle is made of Micarta, which helps with grip and develops a patina over time. It also has a finger choil to keep your digits out of the way when slicing.Jimping (the groove along the spine of the blade) provides leverage when cutting, and the frame lock keeps the blade secured.This EDC flipper is an excellent choice in an all-black colorway. Its textured handle bolsters grip, and its stonewashed finish adds durability. The blade steel offers excellent corrosion resistance and a hardness level that won’t crack or break.Danny Perez is a Reviews Editor for Popular Mechanics with a focus on men's style, gear, and home goods. Recently, he was coordinator of partnership content at another product journalism outlet. Prior to that, he was a buyer for an independent men's shop in Houston, Texas, where he learned all about what makes great products great. He enjoys thrifting for 90s Broadway tees and vintage pajama sets. His spare time is occupied by watching movies and running to impress strangers on Strava.