I rarely carry a knife anymore. When I do, it’s generally because I’m in a situation where I CAN’T carry a firearm (or at the very least really really shouldn’t)
LOW-VIZ POCKET KNIVES
I like this type of carry for knives because not only are they suitably flat as to not disrupt the fit and drape of your trousers, but the posture of hands in your pockets is socially acceptable and non-aggressive.
When most folks think “pocket knife” they think about a folding knife, clipped to the pocket where it’s visible. In many places that’s socially acceptable and won’t draw any attention, especially in the south. That being said there are plenty of places, including workplaces, where anything that can be construed as a weapon is unacceptable.
On top of that, if you’ve spent any time with the Shivworks crowd (especially Chris Fry), you understand that the prospect of bringing a folding knife into play is more than a little daunting. Hence my preference for fixed blades whenever possible.
Now this isn’t intended as a “hey do this” type of solution. My hope is that this sparks some thought and creativity. Snag a couple of pocket shields and play around with them. You may be surprised as to how they work themselves in to your carry setup.
