TOOL TEST

Are these the best pocketknives you can carry?

A A/ / Uncle Henr Henry 55UH A fine knife, but bu the hinge needed substantial lubrication. lu And the locking liner was particularly par difficult to push to the side. It s sharpens to a reasonable edge, and the lanyard lan hole could be useful. ±R280 B/ Böker B Plus 21788 This Th simple lock-back knife is made in China, but its workmanship is good. The blade is made of 440C stainless steel, so it takes a good edge. It’s a little wider and heavier than the Case. ±R280 C/ Case Mini Copperlock 61749L CV Our favourite knife is slim and polished, with exceptional workmanship. The hinge is smooth, the hilt is comfortable, and the blade takes a shaving-sharp edge. ±R700

WHAT WE PUT THEM THROUGH

opening boxes, slicing sandwiches, cutting rope, and whittling. And we carried them around in our pockets for days to test comfort.