20 Best Self Defense Knives [2024]

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1 MTech USA – Fixed Blade Knife – Neck Knife - Black Blade and Handle, Full Tang, Includes Nylon... MTech USA – Fixed Blade Knife – Neck Knife - Black Blade and Handle, Full Tang, Includes...
2 Smith & Wesson SWHRT9B 9in High Carbon S.S. Fixed Blade Knife with 4.7in Dual Edge Blade and TPE... Smith & Wesson SWHRT9B 9in High Carbon S.S. Fixed Blade Knife with 4.7in Dual Edge Blade and TPE...
3 Snake Eye Tactical Everyday Carry Karambit Style Folding Pocket Knife Snake Eye Tactical Everyday Carry Karambit Style Folding Pocket Knife
4 Master USA – Spring Assisted Folding Knife – Black Stainless Steel Blade, Pink Nylon Fiber... Master USA – Spring Assisted Folding Knife – Black Stainless Steel Blade, Pink Nylon Fiber...
5 KEXMO Pocket Knife for Men Women, 3.26'' Pocket Knife with Clip / Safety Liner Lock, Everyday Carry... KEXMO Pocket Knife for Men Women, 3.26'' Pocket Knife with Clip / Safety Liner Lock, Everyday...
6 ALBATROSS EDC Cool Sharp Tactical Folding Pocket Knife,SpeedSafe Spring Assisted Opening Knifes with... ALBATROSS EDC Cool Sharp Tactical Folding Pocket Knife,SpeedSafe Spring Assisted Opening Knifes...
7 MTech USA – Spring Assisted Folding Knife – Pink Fine Edge Stainless Steel Blade with Black... MTech USA – Spring Assisted Folding Knife – Pink Fine Edge Stainless Steel Blade with Black...
8 4 Pack Self-Defense Folding Knife With Key Ring Easy To Everyday Carry, Outdoor Survival Stainless... 4 Pack Self-Defense Folding Knife With Key Ring Easy To Everyday Carry, Outdoor Survival...
9 Master USA – Fixed Blade Neck Knife – Black Stainless Steel Blade w/ Black Stainless Steel... Master USA – Fixed Blade Neck Knife – Black Stainless Steel Blade w/ Black Stainless Steel...
10 Kilimanjaro 910106 Men's Stretta Tactical Neck Knife - with 6.4-inch overall length, 8Cr13MoV... Kilimanjaro 910106 Men's Stretta Tactical Neck Knife - with 6.4-inch overall length, 8Cr13MoV...
11 Femme Fatale – Spring Assisted Open Folding Pocket Knife – Black/Satin Finish Stainless Steel... Femme Fatale – Spring Assisted Open Folding Pocket Knife – Black/Satin Finish Stainless Steel...
12 FEMME FATALE – Spring Assisted Open Folding Pocket Knife – Rainbow TiNite Coated Stainless Steel... FEMME FATALE – Spring Assisted Open Folding Pocket Knife – Rainbow TiNite Coated Stainless...
13 Smith & Wesson SWHRT3BF 7.5in High Carbon S.S. Full Tang Fixed Blade Knife with 3.5in False Edge... Smith & Wesson SWHRT3BF 7.5in High Carbon S.S. Full Tang Fixed Blade Knife with 3.5in False Edge...
14 Reapr 11002 Tac Boot Knife, 4.75 Inch Double Edge Self Defense Knife for EDC | Use as Ankle Knife,... Reapr 11002 Tac Boot Knife, 4.75 Inch Double Edge Self Defense Knife for EDC | Use as Ankle...
15 6 Pack Stainless Steel Folding Knife (2Yellow 2Purple 2Green) With Key Ring, Outdoor Survival Pocket... 6 Pack Stainless Steel Folding Knife (2Yellow 2Purple 2Green) With Key Ring, Outdoor Survival...
16 Japanese Fixed Blade Tanto Knife - 5,9' Polished Sharp Blade - Knives with Paracord Handle -... Japanese Fixed Blade Tanto Knife - 5,9" Polished Sharp Blade - Knives with Paracord Handle -...
17 WITHARMOUR DEM1 3' EDC Keychain Knife Mini Survival Pocket Knives,Gifts for Women and Men. WITHARMOUR DEM1 3" EDC Keychain Knife Mini Survival Pocket Knives,Gifts for Women and Men.
18 Masters Collection – Spring Assisted Open Folding Pocket Knife – Rainbow Stainless Steel Blade,... Masters Collection – Spring Assisted Open Folding Pocket Knife – Rainbow Stainless Steel...
19 Gerber Gear 31-002521N GDC Pocket Knife Money Clip, GDC Fixed Blade Knife and Case, EDC Gear,... Gerber Gear 31-002521N GDC Pocket Knife Money Clip, GDC Fixed Blade Knife and Case, EDC Gear,...
20 Gerber Gear 22-41830N EAB Pocket Knife and Money Clip, EDC Gear, Fixed Blade Knife, Stainless Steel Gerber Gear 22-41830N EAB Pocket Knife and Money Clip, EDC Gear, Fixed Blade Knife, Stainless Steel
Bestseller No. 1
MTech USA – Fixed Blade Knife – Neck Knife - Black Blade and Handle, Full Tang, Includes Nylon...
  • Unique Neck Knife
  • 4.25" Closed
  • Black Stainless Steel Blade
  • Black Grenade Style Handle
  • Includes Pocket Clip
Bestseller No. 2
Smith & Wesson SWHRT9B 9in High Carbon S.S. Fixed Blade Knife with 4.7in Dual Edge Blade and TPE...
  • Dimensions: 9 inch (22.9 centimeter) overall length with a blade length of 4.7 inches (12.1 centimeter) and a weight of 7.7 ounces
  • Durable: Blade is made of reliable 7Cr17MoV high carbon stainless steel with a black rubber wrapped handle
  • Dependable: Quick and easy access with the convenient belt or boot sheath making it ideal for everyday carry
  • Secure: Have confidence that the blade will not slip with the security of the hand guard
  • BE PREPARED: Knife Features Lanyard Hole Makes For Ideal Neck Knife
Bestseller No. 3
Snake Eye Tactical Everyday Carry Karambit Style Folding Pocket Knife
  • Snake Eye Tactical Karmabit Style Opening Assist Knife
  • 9 Inches Overall Length Of Knife When Opened
  • 3.85 Inches Stainless Steel Tanto Sharp Blade
  • Approx. 5 inches Aluminum Handle
  • Includes a belt clip Easily concealed.
Bestseller No. 4
Master USA – Spring Assisted Folding Knife – Black Stainless Steel Blade, Pink Nylon Fiber...
  • QUALITY MATERIALS: Made from quality materials. 3CR13 black stainless steel blade provides an excellent balance of hardness and corrosion resistance.
  • VALUE FOCUSED: Reliable, sturdy knives at an affordable price point. This versatile line of dependable knives has a reputation for balancing quality...
  • DEPENDABLE: Provides consistent razor-sharp cutting performance and high durability. A knife you can count on for camping, hiking, backpacking,...
  • DIMENSIONS: 3.25-inch Fine Edge Blade, 4.5-inch Handle, 7.75-inch Overall Length.
  • SPECIAL FEATURES: Spring Assisted Open, Finger Flipper, Liner Lock, Pink Nylon Fiber Handle with Pocket Clip.
Bestseller No. 5
KEXMO Pocket Knife for Men Women, 3.26'' Pocket Knife with Clip / Safety Liner Lock, Everyday Carry...
  • [ Folding Pocket Knife ] - The folding pocket knife with stainless steel 3Cr13, waterproof / durable / not easily deformed. It can be used to cut rope...
  • [ Safety Design ] - The folding camping knife is designed with a safety liner lock that is resistant to dirt and prevents accidental closing. (...
  • [ Easy to Carry ] - Weight 3.59OZ(102g), folded 3.26 inches, it's a perfect pocket size folding knife which can be stored in outdoor backpack / waist...
  • [ Mutitool & Wide Variety of Uses Knife ] - The waterproof folding knife with pocket clip can be used for camping survival/ hiking / fishing / travel...
  • [Ideal for Gift] - Buy the durable tactical knife, you can get 1*folding pocket knife for men / women, 1*manual and extra 1 year quality...
SaleBestseller No. 6
ALBATROSS EDC Cool Sharp Tactical Folding Pocket Knife,SpeedSafe Spring Assisted Opening Knifes with...
  • Spring assisted pocket knife offers rapid one-handed deployment, locks securely into place with liner lock
  • 440 stainless steel and titanium coated,Sharp and reliable;
  • A pocket clip for easy and safe carry; includes Seatbelt Cutter and glass breaker
  • Seamlessly used for Daily application、Camping to Search & Rescue and is a great Business or Birthday/Fathers day Gifts
  • 2.7-inch blade length; 3.8-inch closed length; 6.5-inch total length; Weight only 4.8 OZ
SaleBestseller No. 7
MTech USA – Spring Assisted Folding Knife – Pink Fine Edge Stainless Steel Blade with Black...
  • Spring assist Folding knife offers rapid one-handed deployment, locks securely into place with liner lock
  • Pink stainless steel blade with straight edge
  • Black Nylon fiber handle with bottle opener and a Lanyard hole on the end
  • Comes complete with a pocket clip for easy and safe carry
  • 3-inch closed length; 2. 75-Inch blade length with 3. 25 mm thickness
Bestseller No. 8
4 Pack Self-Defense Folding Knife With Key Ring Easy To Everyday Carry, Outdoor Survival Stainless...
  • They were all sharp and attractive looking.
  • The knife itself is lightweight and easy to hold on to, fairly sturdy.
  • Immediately attached them to a belt loop, backpack, or even a keychain.
  • Very nice looking perfect for a gift.
  • Package include: 4 pack self-defense small knife
SaleBestseller No. 9
Master USA – Fixed Blade Neck Knife – Black Stainless Steel Blade w/ Black Stainless Steel...
  • QUALITY MATERIALS: Made from quality materials. 3CR13 black stainless steel blade provides an excellent balance of hardness and corrosion resistance.
  • VALUE FOCUSED: Reliable, sturdy knives at an affordable price point. This versatile line of dependable knives has a reputation for balancing quality...
  • DEPENDABLE: Provides consistent razor-sharp cutting performance and high durability. A knife you can count on for camping, hiking, backpacking,...
  • DIMENSIONS: 3-inch Fine Edge Blade, 3.75-inch Handle, 6.75-inch Overall Length.
  • SPECIAL FEATURES: Fixed Blade Neck Knife, Black Stainless Steel Blade with Black Stainless Steel Handle, Full Tang Construction, Nylon Fiber Sheath...
SaleBestseller No. 10
Kilimanjaro 910106 Men's Stretta Tactical Neck Knife - with 6.4-inch overall length, 8Cr13MoV...
  • DURABILITY: 8Cr13MoV stainless steel blade, high-tack rubberized handle overlay
  • COMFORT: Thumb rest and finger hole for balance and dexterity
  • DESIGN: Nylon-reinforced formed sheath with neck chain
  • GUARANTEED: Lifetime factory warranty
  • MEASUREMENTS: Overall length 6.4 inches, blade length 3.2 inches, weight 3 ounces
Bestseller No. 11
Femme Fatale – Spring Assisted Open Folding Pocket Knife – Black/Satin Finish Stainless Steel...
  • Spring Assist Folding Knife Offers Rapid One-Handed Deployment, Locks Securely Into Place With Liner Lock
  • 3-Inch, 3Mm Thick Two-Tone Straight Edge Stainless Steel Blade
  • Blue And Silver Anodized Aluminum Handle With Butterfly Etching
  • Pocket Clip For Easy And Safe Carry
Bestseller No. 12
FEMME FATALE – Spring Assisted Open Folding Pocket Knife – Rainbow TiNite Coated Stainless Steel...
  • HIGH QUALITY MATERIALS: Made from quality materials. 3CR13 rainbow TiNite coated stainless steel blade provides an excellent balance of hardness and...
  • FASHION FORWARD: Reliable, sturdy knives with a fashionable flair. Who said EDC and self defense had to be boring?
  • DEPENDABLE: Provides consistent razor-sharp cutting performance and high durability. A knife you can count on for camping, hiking, backpacking,...
  • DIMENSIONS: 3-inch Fine Edge Blade, 4-inch Handle, 7-inch Overall Length.
  • SPECIAL FEATURES: Spring Assisted Open, Finger Flipper, Liner Lock, Rainbow TiNite Coated Stainless Steel Blade, Rainbow TiNite Coated Stainless Steel...
SaleBestseller No. 13
Smith & Wesson SWHRT3BF 7.5in High Carbon S.S. Full Tang Fixed Blade Knife with 3.5in False Edge...
  • DIMENSIONS: 7.5 inch (19.1 cm) overall length with a blade length of 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) and a weight of 4.4 ounces
  • DURABLE: Blade is made of reliable 7Cr17MoV Black Oxide High Carbon Stainless Steel with a black, thermoplastic rubber handle
  • DEPENDABLE: Quick and easy access with the convenient nylon fiberglass sheath making it ideal for everyday carry
  • SECURE: Have confidence that the blade will not slip with the security of the finger guards and thumb press
  • BE PREPARED: Knife features lanyard hole
SaleBestseller No. 14
Reapr 11002 Tac Boot Knife, 4.75 Inch Double Edge Self Defense Knife for EDC | Use as Ankle Knife,...
  • ULTIMATE SURVIVAL KNIFE: The Fixed-blade tactical boot dagger knife is the perfect self protection knife. Use while camping, hunting, as a fighting...
  • THE BLADE: 4.75 inch 420 stainless steel blade; Sharp out of the package, dual-edged with a black-oxide finish for easy cleaning and rust resistance.
  • THE GRIP: 4.25 inch rugged hi-grip fiberglass-filled TPR handle for non-slip comfort and control
  • THE CARRY: 1680D above military-grade Ballistic Nylon web sheath with ABS injected molded insert; 9 inch overall length; Sword hilt built in for added...
  • A Tactical Knife for any situation: The Tac Boot concealed knife with sheath is the perfect combat knife for when you need it the most.
Bestseller No. 15
6 Pack Stainless Steel Folding Knife (2Yellow 2Purple 2Green) With Key Ring, Outdoor Survival Pocket...
  • Thin so you don’t even know it’s in my pocket.
  • Stylish, sharp, and easy open/close of blade.
  • It was given to females as gifts for their self defense and safety.
  • You can attach them to a belt loop, backpack, or even a keychain.
  • Package include: 6 pack small knife(2yellow 2purple 2green).
SaleBestseller No. 16
Japanese Fixed Blade Tanto Knife - 5,9" Polished Sharp Blade - Knives with Paracord Handle -...
  • Tanto Knife with Large Fixed Blade - full tang construction provides superior control and greater pressure when cutting, slicing, stroking, chopping...
  • Perfect Knife for Everything - Camping, Hiking, Backpack, Bushcrafting, Hunting & Fishing, Military & Army needs, Outdoor & DIY Activities, Survival,...
  • Matte Finished 440C Stainless Steel - excellent balance of hardness and corrosion resistance ensures proper operation without sharpening. Provides...
  • Comes with Free Sheath - this solid and practical holder allows you to wear the knife on your belt. The multifunctional sheath is made of heavy duty...
  • Perfect Gift Idea - Gifts for husband from wife, proving hugely popular as dad gifts, gifts for men, brother, college gifts for guys and even father...
Bestseller No. 17
WITHARMOUR DEM1 3" EDC Keychain Knife Mini Survival Pocket Knives,Gifts for Women and Men.
  • Reliable:The keychain knife's blade is made of relible 440C satin,with the highest quality, which can guarantee you use for many years without...
  • The drop-point blade offers solid performance and value.Closed EDC Knife Sharp Mini Survival Camping Outdoor Knife, Light-weight design makes it...
  • Easy To Carry:The drop-point blade offers solid performance and value.Closed EDC Knife Sharp Mini Survival Camping Outdoor Knife, Light-weight...
  • Perfect gift idea for men and women. Stocking stuffers. Christmas, Birthday, Thanksgiving gifts. Present for hunter, fisherman, camper, hiker,...
  • Warranty: Each Witharmour knife includes a 30-day refund, replacement and lifetime warranty (if there are any product issues). If you have any...
SaleBestseller No. 18
Masters Collection – Spring Assisted Open Folding Pocket Knife – Rainbow Stainless Steel Blade,...
  • Spring assist folding knife offers rapid one-handed deployment, locks securely into place with liner lock
  • 3.5-inch, 3mm thick stainless steel blade with acid etching
  • Rainbow stainless steel handle with 3D sculpted ninja detail
  • Pocket clip for easy and safe carry
  • Measures 4.5 inches closed
Bestseller No. 19
Gerber Gear 31-002521N GDC Pocket Knife Money Clip, GDC Fixed Blade Knife and Case, EDC Gear,...
  • Gerber multi tool is slim, portable, and holds up to five credit cards in the clip, this pocket knife also contains a discreet 1.75" fine edge blade
  • Main feature of this everyday carry is that it can be easily stored in your pocket and simple to deploy, this tool is seamlessly integrated into any...
  • Money clip knife has a large surface, rust proof materials, titanium coated steel body, and a G-10 front plate
  • Carry with confidence; Multi tool is a great addition to any EDC gear. Money clip serves as a sheath for included knife and is a great alternative to...
  • Overall Length: 3.7", weight: 2.9 oz. ; Included limited lifetime warranty
Bestseller No. 20
Gerber Gear 22-41830N EAB Pocket Knife and Money Clip, EDC Gear, Fixed Blade Knife, Stainless Steel
  • Easily replace Gerber Exchange-A-Blade pocket knife with any standard or contractor grade utility blades
  • Stainless steel handle works well as both a pocket clip or a money clip, and liner lock construction keeps the blade safely in the open position when...
  • Slim design allows for this tool to easily fit in your pocket; Open the pocket knife with ease with its nail nick design- Blade screw is raised for...
  • Compact utility knife is a great addition to any EDC gear; Included money clip allows knife to be a great alternative to a wallet
  • Overall length 4.1 inches, closed length 2.4 inches, weight: 2.4 ounces; Included limited lifetime warranty

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  1. Brand Value: Every brand of self defense knives has a value all its own. Most brands offer some sort of unique selling proposition that’s supposed to bring something different to the table than their competitors.
  2. Features: What bells and whistles matter for an self defense knives?
  3. Specifications: How powerful they are can be measured.
  4. Product Value: This simply is how much bang for the buck you get from your self defense knives.
  5. Customer Ratings: Number ratings grade self defense knives objectively.
  6. Customer Reviews: Closely related to ratings, these paragraphs give you first-hand and detailed information from real-world users about their self defense knives.
  7. Product Quality: You don’t always get what you pay for with an self defense knives, sometimes less, and sometimes more.
  8. Product Reliability: How sturdy and durable an self defense knives is should be an indication of how long it will work out for you.

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FAQ:

Q: What’s a good self defense knife?

A: The Best Self Defense Knife For Your Money SPYDERCO MATRIARCH 2. Blade: 3.6 in Overall: 8.6 in Weight: 3.5 oz … FOX KNIVES FOLDING KARAMBIT. Blade: 3.3 in Overall: 8.5 in Weight: 4.2 oz … KA-BAR TDI. Blade: 2.3 in Overall: 5.6 in Weight: 5.6 oz … SPYDERCO P’KAL. … COLD STEEL URBAN EDGE. … EMERSON CQC-13. … CRKT TECPATL. … AL MAR SERE 2000. … MICROTECH COMBAT TROODON. … CHRIS REEVE PROFESSIONAL SOLDIER. …

Q: Which type of gun is best for self defense?

A: 9 mm. These bullets are typically fast and relatively small but offer good penetrative power. … .38 special. These rounds are ideal for use in revolvers and don’t affect your accuracy too much. 10 mm. This is a great caliber if you can control the recoil of your handgun. The cartridges offer plenty of power and expansion (i.e. damage to your target).

Q: What are the best budget guns for self defense?

A: S D V E. It has a simple dis-assembly and maintenance process (it copies a standard Glock) and it has only the bare,essential features someone would need in a home defense or …

Q: Is a knife a good weapon for self defence?

A: Knives are nifty. They are useful for many tasks, from normal everyday tasks to wilderness survival. Something else they can do is save your life in a fight. Now, fighting with a knife is not something to be done lightly. Defending yourself with a knife can be effective but you have to know how to fight with your knife.

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