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FANSTINOW Folding Knife: Compact, Durable & Easy To Carry! Review

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Details

Recommended Uses For ProductCamping
BrandFANSTINOW
Special FeaturePocket Clip,Lightweight,Folding
Age Range (Description)Adult
ColorStainless Steel
Blade MaterialStainless Steel
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Reviews

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After receiving the FANSTINOW Pocket Knife recently I was very pleased with the craftsmanship, the functionality, the look and finish of this tactical knife! One of my favorite features is the quick blade release mechanism that is safe and easy to close too!The Fanstinow company has been around since 1949! This 7.4" stainless steel folding tactical knife has a lot of neat features that I really like such as a camping Multi-tool Card, Bottle Opener, Glass Breaker, Pocket Clip, a Seat Belt…

Pros
  • Hood quality, color and good size for the price.
Cons
  • The blade keep popping out in my pocket., very dangerous.

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Nice set to keep in the GTFO bag

Th knife is obviously the main part of this set. The handle looks kinda cool but doesn’t add anything to function. Blade flips out very quickly and locks in place securely. It’s also fairly light weight. I’m Leary of the sharpener, the metal in the first pass is shiny and doesn’t look like it would do much more than push the blade straight. The ceramic side is probably usable. The card could be handy if it was all you had. The lanyard wrapped around it is very useful but makes it not fit easily

Pros
  • Great knife for the price.
Cons
  • The blade is prone to rusting

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Sharp, but locking mechanism is questionable

This knife is super sharp! It's actually sharper than most kitchen knives, which I found a bit disturbing. The serrated edge works great, and it comes with a sharpener, which I can tell you, will definitely come in handy when you are outdoors and you hit the knife blade against a rock. However, I wouldn't trust my safety with this knife, especially since the locking mechanism is so poor. It is barely supported by a small spring, and even though I couldn't find a way to for ce it, I know that…

Pros
  • It comes with a sharpener in the box witch is fire.
Cons
  • The blade is not sharp enough

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Simply no better deal on a Tactical Knife

The knife itself is pretty basic but well designed with good weight, assisted open and a serated/straight blade. Sharp out of the box, it also comes with a glass breaker and a cord cutter, like most tacticals but the quality suggests they would actually work in an emergency. Throw in a good quality Saber Card and a portable sharpener for this low a price and it's simply the best deal you'll find on Walmart. The only beef you could make is the sheath is pretty low quality but who cares when it…

Pros
  • It is a hefty knife, sharp and easy to work with.
Cons
  • The knife is difficult to open with one hand

This tactical knife combo deserves five stars because of the very reasonable price. It is outstanding in all respects but one. The blade does not maintain high sharpness, and needs sharpening every few days to maintain a high level of sharpness. That is not a problem because a lightweight sharpener is included, and it works very well. But pack it with you if you are going camping.The entire knife is made from 440Carbon Black Stainless Steel While they claim this steel will maintain sharpness…

Pros
  • Price is good
Cons
  • The blade is difficult to sharpen

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Easy open. Not a switchbade but opens almost as easily.

I was surprised when I first opened this knife. Just slight pressure on the tab and if pops open. It's not a switchblade but it opens almost as quickly and easily. It is sharp, not razor sharp but sharp. It has a serrated portion and the blade locks in place. It has a seat belt cutter and a glass breaker. From my perspective, this is the perfect car knife. In addition to the knife, you get a nylon sheath with belt clip, a sharpener and a multi-tool. It's a nice kit for the car and can help you…

Pros
  • Knives
Cons
  • The blade is too short to be effective at cutting

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Very Sharp; A Little Bulky

This knife is very sharp, right out of the box. It's nice that it comes with a little tool to sharpen it with and also a little credit card multi tool. The blade is an assisted open blade so it kind of flings itself open with a little pressure on the protrusion on the backside. The clip is very stiff - I pried it open a little wider than it should go to bend it a bit and make it less stiff so that it'd be easier to clip onto my pocket.The knife is a bit bulky for the size of the blade - I feel…

Pros
  • Good night but the craftsmanship could be better
Cons
  • Had to return. Knife would keep opening up in my pocket

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Functional and complete set

I got this primarily as a glove compartment emergency knife/glass cutter/seatbelt cutter. The main knife performs all of these functions well. The knife is well designed, very sharp and opens and closed both easily and smoothly. It even comes with its own nylon case. In addition to this item as a pure bonus in my opinion is also a knife blade sharpener which is useful not only for this knife but any other one needing sharpening. There is also included a 'universal tool' card which can carry out

Pros
  • Very good quality knife.I use it daily and it stays sharp.Easy open and easy close.
Cons
  • Nice knife, but blade is very touchy and opens in your pocket.

For more than 6 decades I have had a passion for various kinds of blades such as the Katana, Wakizashi, Daggers, Machetes, Tanto knives, Military knives, Karambit knives, and various kinds of folding knives. When I saw this fantastic all-purpose pocket knife (Fanstinow best folding tactical knife-7.4 inches, folding knife with glass breaker, bottle opener, pocket clip, including a blade sharpener and multitool card) on the Walmart Vine program I had to send for it.The delivery time was great…

Pros
  • With its durable construction, this knife is designed to last for years, ensuring that you'll always have a reliable tool to depend on when you need it most
Cons
  • The blade is prone to snapping off when subjected to heavy use

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Faulty mechanism and dangerous.

Nice and sharp, but mechanism was faulty. It first opened in my pocket and I cut my hand when I reached into it. Now it won't open at all. It's price is cheap, but if it doesn't work, it a waste of money.

Pros
  • This knife boasts a sharp and sturdy blade that can handle all kinds of cutting tasks, from slicing through rope and fabric to chopping up food on the go
Cons
  • The knife does not come with a protective sheath

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Not a bad knife for my opinion

Like the knife and its feautres. Thought case would also hold the sharpener (seperate tool). Other than that its great.

Pros
  • Like it very much. Great for your everyday use. Great blade,and very sturdy.
Cons
  • The blade doesn't always stay securely locked

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Makes a good EDC knife

This knife is pretty cool I like the craftsmanship of it, when I got it in it was sharp out of the box, it opens smoothly plus came with sharpener that's a plus, I can feel the thickness as I'm holding it and cutting with it and couple extra features on this knife. Makes a good EDC to have, I know I haven't had any problems so far.

Pros
  • N/a
Cons
  • only several times opening, it stuck and cannot close. has to use screw driver to close. returned

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great quality sharp knife

I have many knives around the house and usually carry one with me. This type of relatively compact knife is perfect for carrying around. It has a good feel to it with the weight making it feel like it's above average quality. The belt clip is also durable and permanently attached for pocket carry.There is a quick-release lever that you can easily manipulate with your index finger and instantly open the blade. Then use the safety latch to retract. The knife also features a glass break tip and…

Pros
  • 8.5 ounces
Cons
  • The blade is too thin and weak

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Broke within my first cut at work

I needed a tough knife for work and let’s just say this didn’t make the cut. Within the first cut the knifes middle lock when opened got dislodged and I was unable to close it. I just tossed it out, no good!

Pros
  • The knife opens very smoothly. I try to cut a wooden stick with this, Very Sharp, just what I want.
Cons
  • It opens by itself

Revainrating 1 out of 5

You get what you pay for

Cheap knife really sharp wen received but I have to keep sharpening it after each use. Also it opens up when I have it in my pocket. And when I open it up it stays stuck open.

Pros
  • Power & Hand Tools
Cons
  • The blade is difficult to clean and maintain

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Folding tactical knife 🔪

5 stars ⭐️ for this folding tactical knife. Easy open and close. Feature a clip to attach to your pants or belt buckle. Super sharp, use caution ⚠️. Can be used for a variety of purposes.

Pros
  • It works
Cons
  • The locking mechanism is too difficult to use

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Knife Does Not Close

The knife would get a 4 star if the knife stayed closed. As it stands now, the knife is dangerous if taken out of its sheath, as the blade does not lock in the closed position

Pros
  • With its sleek and stylish design, this knife is a great addition to any adventurer's gear collection, adding both functionality and a touch of personality to your outdoor gear
Cons
  • The overall design of the knife is unappealing and unattractive

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Opens up in my pocket.

This knife consistently opens up in my pocket with the tip of the blade protruding out of the front of my pants. I have cut my fingers twice, and will not wear it when my granddaughter is around. I have passed my return date, so I will just stop using it and buy another knife.

Pros
  • What a great knife to have. The lock feature is one of the one of the best knives I had.
Cons
  • The left opened up in my pocket and tore my pants. The grip was nice. Wish it had a locking mechanism.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Blade was a little loose and had to be tightened

Other than that, it is a nice, little knife. Came with a metal look the hang it, or a pouch to secure it to your belt. Blade came semi sharp. It was packaged well. Blade swings in and out fairly easily. Also came with a credit card sized multi tool and some paracord. Once tightened the knife worked/works well. Just a good basic knife for the price.

Pros
  • Tools & Home Improvement
Cons
  • The handle is not ergonomic and causes discomfort

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Good knife to carry

Solid knife for an every day carry, comes sharp and can cut things with ease. Nice that it comes with a knife sharpener and even a multitool card. Quite nifty.

Pros
  • Pocket Knives & Folding Knives
Cons
  • The pocket clip is easily bent and prone to breaking