How "rough" is the handle? I'm Looking for a EDC and worry about it scratching up my phone when I drop it in the wrong pocket.
893564
If you're talking about dropping it into the pocket with your smart phone, bad idea! I wouldn't put any knife in the same pocket as my phone . It has a great clip attached to the handle so that it can be attached to the opposite side as your phone. This is a fantastic EDC knife! I am a big fan of Kershaw knives and this one did not disappoint!
893565
Not too rough as to mess up the screen of your phone, but not smooth enough to slide out of your hand. Its more the flipper and pocket clip that are more likely to scratch it up. I have dropped my phone in the same pocket several times and no scratches from it as of yet, though I would not recommend making a habit of it.
893566
The handle is not any rougher than most other pocket knives but the pocket clip and the back side of the blade and such will scratch your phone just like any other pocket knife. Do what I do. Pocket knive in right pocket and phone (and only phone) in left. Lol. As for this knife I couldn't be happier.
893567
The handle is not really that rough, but the blade has stops that keeps the blade from over travel and notches on the back of the blade could be used as a striker for flint to start a fire. Also the pocket clip would not be good on your phone. Use the clip on your belt or other pocket. This is a very good well made knife and should last years.
2048316
Mine has been in my pockets too, which can be tight sometimes depending on the pants, and it hasn't snapped. It's very strong so far. I have had it since May and there are no marks on it yet. I recommend a hard-case for it, however, to protect it.
1010050
Not from my experience. The one I have has a dry feel and I have it in my pocket most of the day. Amazingly tough. I know what you are talking about,the jelly type of cover, right? This almost feels military grade tough. I would recommend it to anyone.
1903762
Its not bad at all. It will slide in and out of your pocket with a little help.
80803
It has been fine in my pocket during rain, so it would probably be fine as long as it's not salt water. Great knife!
1526121
The case has a matte finish on it that seems to avoid scratches. It's not a hard plastic, so it flexes just enough with what it touches. On the previous case I had for my 4S, the only scratch came from a key (from being in the same pocket). I used that case for at least a year, if that tells you anything.
1515474
I just got this and took it on a trip - the phone has done fine and no issues at all. But now I'm concerned about tossing my phone in my purse and having it damage something else.
2232724
The handle seems hard enough, i've been carrying the knife everyday for almost 8 months and I haven't had an issue with the handle or blade. It's a great knife for the price.
1939065
Well As a delivery driver I have this around me every day. So let me answer simply as yes, and no. The holder it comes with will break very quickly. Mine broke on the third day after I received it. It does fit in your pocket comfortably, so I say yes. however the switch that activates it can easily get caught up on the fabric in your pocket accidentally turning it on... This is where I have to say no. Because after owning this for a few months now I can say I have accidentally tasered myself twice. After the second time I found an old leather cellphone case at a thrift store for $0.50 which now allows me to safely carry this painful little devil. Oh and trust me it will stop a grown man. On delivery one night a man approached me with a knife. I am grateful I had this on me, because I tasered him and ran to my car. He is now locked up btw. So in short yes you can carry it in your pocket, but be very careful!
1807746
Yes, in my opinion it is a good EDC knife. I don't carry it everyday, but I do carry it a lot and have not had any issues. It's very comfortable to carry.
1243166
Haven't had a chance to beat mine up quite yet... I don't think batoning would hurt it much... at all really. It's a Brickhouse of a knife, very heavy, very sturdy. Also, if you do manage to mess this beast up, at least it was only $20 right?
457589
I'm not sure as far as that goes but I can say I used it as my edc for almost a year, and the only reason I stopped was bc I purchased a new knife. It's great, especially for the price, I used it for everything from a screw driver to a hammer and the thing only that "I" messed up on it was nicks in the handle (obviously from using it as hammer) Sheath held up nicely (still perfectly fine) and the blade is surprisingly sturdy. I honed the blade once a week only because I'm particular about the edge. I would purchase it again if I needed to. It withstood all my tests. BTW I work in a fabrication/semi repair shop.
1324014
No, I've carried it in back pocket, sat on it and accidentally stepped on it and it's just fine. You can't scratch it because it's hard plastic.
1720764
It actually feels a bit "sticky" and has a low durometer (measure of hardness) so it's comfortable in your hand. On the other hand, since it is so soft it's not quite so effortless to get it into your pocket. It won't simply slide in under it's own weight as a metal or plastic case would allow, but you also won't need to struggle with it. I suppose you can't get both, but this is a pretty good compromise.
1011578
I don't find the handle small. I have small hands to begin with. I think it's sized correctly for its purpose as EDC knife.
4955
I think the TPU edge is smooth and slippery. I do not carry mine phone in my pocket though. I carry it in my purse. It is not a problem for me.
1194510
the belt clip is badass tough. but even badass have a limit.Im a miner and I tumble around alot with my otterbox , through rock, muddy water and it holds up.only twice has the beltclip snapped at the pivot point but that was with almost my full body weight moving against it on both occasions.most importantly my phone is in great conditions and still looking new