Hello Lurker! Remove this ad and much more by logging in. What exactly is a "Gentleman's Folder"? Pages: 1 2 3 4 Go Down. I've seen this term thrown around a lot in reading various boards. The definition of it seems kind of broad.
What exactly constitutes a knife as a "gentleman's folder" in your opinion? Is it the size, function or the looks? What would be some examples in your opinion of a "gentleman's folder"? Re: What exactly is a "Gentleman's Folder"? Reply 1 on: September 13, , PM. If I can help, let me know. Merit Badges. Reply 2 on: September 13, , PM. And that's what I mean. In a thread on another board when "Gentleman's Folder" was tossed around, not a single SAK was mentioned.
Not to say that a SAK doesn't fit into the category, but just making an observation on the various opinions. I view the Benchmade as a Gentleman's Folder. Classy looking knife and a lot of blade for the size of the package it comes in. I would also throw some Buck knives into the category. Reply 3 on: September 13, , PM. The idea is a small pocketable folding knife, usually non locking, that is pleasant to look at, non threatening, discreet, single blade mainly, with nice scales. It could be a nice case or GEC or Sheffield knife with thin stag or polished wood scales or a black small thin Alox Sak or a small chris reeves or crkt etc.
It is used if needed for small tasks like cutting apples, thread, openning mail etc. It should also make you feel happy having it in your pocket and give you pleasure using it or letting someone use it for a small cutting task. It can also be carried by ladies so the name is not specific. Kelly: "Daddy, what makes men cheat on women? Al : "Women! Reply 4 on: September 13, , PM. Quote from: dks on September 13, , PM.
Si vis pacem, para bellum. Reply 5 on: September 13, , PM. Quote from: Smashie on September 13, , PM. Reply 6 on: September 13, , PM. I've always felt "gentlemen folder" was a bit broad as well. I like to think about what knife I would carry when dressed up. Size wise I'd say 3" give or take a bit, slim, elegant materials, no pocket clip, I do believe Alox SAKs do qualify especially the Cadet.
