have to be careful on the length of the blade if you are carrying on person. there are different laws in each state for knives. check into that. i got a small flip out blade i carry on my persons at all times. its a small 3 inch blade. it says Duluth Trading on it. cuts good through most things (not counting metal), i keep it sharp. cost me 10 bucks or so at walmart. has not failed me yet.