Assisted Opening Knives

Assisted opening knives are a category that is increasingly common for EDC, or everyday carry. They provide quick, one handed opening using either springs or a ball bearing pivot system. Spring assist knives have a spring-loaded mechanism mounted in the handle to propel the blade once the user has moved it past a certain angle. Ball bearing pivot systems uses caged ball bearings for an easy, smooth opening.

These differ from automatic or switchblade knives in that the blade is not released by means of a button or catch on the handle - the blade itself is the actuator. Most assisted openers use flippers also called triggers as their opening mechanism. Assisted opening knife can be as fast as or faster than automatic knives to deploy.

Another major benefit of this type of knife is its ability to be easily deployed with one hand, in some cases just one finger and is easy to operate in varying weather conditions, even with gloves on. This can be a real bonus in high stress situations for military and first responders like police, fire and EMS.

Blade and handle materials for open assist knives are the same as other folding knives so performance doesn’t suffer at all. Stainless steel blades and either plastic, aluminum or G-10 handle scales are prominent on assisted opening knives. To aid in carry most come with a pocket clip which allows easy access from any pocket or can be clipped to a pack or purse. Atlanta Cutlery (ACC) carries a variety of knives styles from manufacturers like Kershaw, Elk Ridge, M Tech and Tac Force

  • Boker Plus USB OTF 2.0 Pocket Knife has easy one-handed operation, black stonewash D2 steel blade,lanyard hole and pocket clip

    Boker Plus USB OTF 2.0 Pocket Knife

    # 404818

    The Boker Plus USB OTF 2.0 is a handy automatic knife reminiscent of common USB sticks. This upgraded version has a flat slider on the front of the handle, which allows the clip point blade made of edge retention D2 to pop out of the handle as quick as...
    $77.95
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  • Shogun assisted opening EDC knife from Wartech has Shogun mask print on one side, frame lock, belt clip, katana like blade

    Folder of the Shogun

    # 404491

    This Asian inspired EDC knife is a real beauty and fierce as well. The solid stainless steel handle with frame lock is stout in the hand. The Shogun mask print on one side is handsome and demonic at the same time.   This Asian inspired EDC knife...
    $14.95
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  • AB Elite BB Grunt Pocket Knife

    AB Elite BB Grunt Pocket Knife

    # 404798

    Here’s a short folding knife with a swelled handle designed to comfortably and securely fit in your palm. The upswept blade spine gives you a generous sized thumb rest for maximum control. Assisted opening with ball bearing pivot system...
    $34.95
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  • Rite Edge Dragon Eye Folding Knife

    Rite Edge Dragon Eye Folding Knife

    # 404746

    The power of a dragon, condensed to fit in your hand! This all black, assisted opening folder is a deadly threat to everyday cutting needs. The aluminum handle makes the knife light and is highly detailed with scales and other dragon-like surfaces. And...
    $12.95
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  • Rite Edge American Flag Pocket Knife/Money Clip

    American Flag Money Clip Knife

    # 404758

    Conveniently keep Old Glory with you as a reminder of the sacrifices made by our fighting men. Keep it in a pocket as a money clip, or use the wide clip to wear it on your belt, waistband or pocket’s edge. Of course, it's also handy as a plain old...
    $8.95
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  • Police Rescue Knife

    Police Rescue Knife

    # 403624

    This Police Rescue Knife offers good looks, comfort and performance fit for the Boys in Blue. Liner lock and a fast assisted opening mechanism easily accessed with the thumb stud or index finger “trigger” style. Fast access right or left...
    $17.95
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  • Dark Breeze Rainbow Folder

    Dark Breeze Rainbow Folder

    # 404593

      This fantasy folder has a blade that resembles a dragon's face if you use your imagination, and the wavy contours in the metal scales subtly suggest leathery wings. The stainless steel drop point blade has a rainbow finish and an integral...
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  • Kershaw Grinder Folding Pocket Knife

    Kershaw Grinder Folding Pocket Knife

    # 404320

      The Kershaw Grinder is designed to be put to work. The Grinder offers a blade with a slightly curved belly for all-purpose cutting and slicing. A clipped, tanto-inspired tip offers excellent piercing capabilities. If you need to bear down on...
    $34.95
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  • Kershaw Flitch Pocket Knife

    Kershaw Flitch Pocket Knife

    # 404387

      With its' modified drop-point blade, top swedge and strong finger contouring, the Flitch offers a tactical look at a value price which could make this Kershaw knife your new favorite EDC. The heat treated 8Cr13MoV stainless steel blade can take...
    $56.95
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  • Purple Fantasy Folder

    Purple Fantasy Folder

    # 404155

    This assisted opening frame lock folder has out-of-this world good looks! The 440 stainless steel blade is anodized to a bold, eye catching purple. Black aluminum scales with a bottle opener and glass breaker. Includes pocket clip. Overall:...
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  • Purple Dragon Strike Rescue Folder

    Purple Dragon Strike Rescue Folder

    # 403652

    The ladies couldn't put this one down. There's more than one floating around in purses and cars now around here which scares us and makes us proud at the same time. The assisted opening brings the blade out in a flash with the thumb stud or index...
    $15.95
  • Proud American

    Proud American

    # 404142

    This assisted opening Proud American Folder from MTech Xtreme has a stone wash finish, stainless steel blade. The frame lock blade has the words “Proud American", deep patriotic flag etching in the handle scale and includes pocket clip...
    $18.95
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