We're talking about potentially dangerous objects here, so there are rules as to what's allowed.
FAQ Are you allowed to take a knife camping?
When shopping for a multi-tool, you can generally rely on the big names – Victorinox and Leatherman, basically – particularly when they offer the right mix of materials and design to ensure that nothing slips during use. With these, you'll get a more robust blade and a stronger grip on the handle however, because this is basically a knife, you won't get any useful extras, and if you choose a blade that's a little too long, you could run into legal difficulties when out and about.įor maximum versatility, you'll want a multi-tool, which can come loaded with any number of handy tools suitable for all sorts of campsite repairs. If you're after something for general use around the campsite, a compact knife that's stored in a solid sheath when you're not using it or a mini folding or locking knife would be a good choice.įor tougher tasks – especially any woodsman-like activities such as cutting branches, trimming sticks or whittling – you're going to need the extra support offered by a fixed blade. There are various types of camping knives and blade point options that you need to know about (more information on these topics can be found in the FAQ section).
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How to choose the best camping knife for you The World Legal was created by Copenhagen’s Mikkel Willumsen – famed for his gritty Urban Tactical designs – with the idea that it would be technically legal worldwide. The result follows the letter of the law, but the aggressive design might well invite unwelcome attention if waved about in urban areas. The 2.75 inch Stainless Blade, nylon handle and pocket clip, combined with a traditional slip-joint, results in a robust cutting tool that’ll deliver anywhere.
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Read our full Victorinox Swiss Army Pioneer X review, or read our Swiss Army Knife vs Leatherman multitool comparison. Whether in the car glove box, desk drawer, Lake District campsite or summiting the Eiger, the Victorinox is a flat-out classic camping knife that has stood the test of time with aplomb. The ridged alloy scales are particularly easy on the eye and will undoubtedly prove harder to scratch than the old red plastic. The low-profile design only features blades on one side, which means no corkscrew – unfortunately, you’ll be pushing the cork into that bottle of Rioja – but in every other circumstance, this little folder has you covered. There’s also that obligatory spike device for, erm, spiking things. With a standard main blade and set of scissors taking the starring roles, there’s still room for the timeless duo of screwdriver blades, one featuring a bottle opener and wire stripper, the other being a serviceable tin opener too. The Victorinox Swiss Army Pioneer X is a highly useful variation on the classic knife and features many of the old favourite attachments in a highly compact format.
No roundup of the best camping knives would be complete without a Victorinox 'Swiss Army' knife, even if nobody ever uses the funny spike blade for anything sensible.
Blade isn't quite as durable as 'proper' camping knives
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