One-hand knife

Buy sharp one-hand knives online at ASMC

Whether camping, fishing or hunting - a high-quality one-hand knife is suitable for almost every purpose and should not be missing from the basic equipment of outdoor enthusiasts. The range of sharp one-hand knives from ASMC is extremely extensive and includes many different variants from premium manufacturers such as Haller, Böker or Walther.

One-hand knives as versatile all-rounders for every purpose

One-hand knives are the ideal companion in everyday life or on trips in nature and should definitely be part of every equipment. The versatile cutting tools - also known as rescue knives - are used for a wide variety of purposes and are compact and easy to store in your pocket, meaning they are always ready to hand.

One-hand knife as an everyday tool

One-handed knives are popular as everyday carry tools for opening packages, cutting cords , cutting fruit and vegetables or for other everyday cutting tasks.

One-handed knives in emergency rescue

One-hand knives with special functions such as seat belt cutters and glass breakers can also be useful in emergency situations, for example to free trapped people from vehicles.

One-hand knife craft

One-hand knives are also often used in DIY projects. Craftsmen can use them to cut materials such as carpet, cardboard, plastic or wood.

One-hand knife for camping and outdoor activities

Their compactness and lightness make them ideal for camping , hiking or fishing, cutting ropes, carving branches or preparing food .

Blade shapes of rescue knives

The possible uses of rescue knives are just as varied as the shapes of their blades.
In addition to the “ normal form ” with a straight cutting edge and straight blade back, the so-called Upswept Point form is characterized by an even sharper tip, which benefits the user especially when skinning.

In contrast, there are rescue knives in the so-called clip point form . These are a combination of the normal form and the upswept point form , but differ from the two previously mentioned variants in that the blade spine is rounded towards the bottom.
But these are by no means all the blade shapes that you can find in our rescue knives! The range extends from the classic Japanese Tanto with a robust, high tip to the robust Drop Point rescue knife as a real all-rounder among pocket knives to the Spear Point rescue knife , which tapers to a point across the entire blade and is easy to control thanks to its small belly.

Just like the blade shapes, there are also small differences in the grind. While some one-hand knives are characterized by their wave-shaped blades, which make it easier for the cutting edge to penetrate the material being cut, knives with an arched recurve grind are better suited for carving or cutting through rope, for example.

Gun laws: Are one-handed knives legal?

In principle, according to Section 42a of the Weapons Act, it is forbidden to carry a knife with a blade that can be locked with one hand and that is longer than 12 cm. However, our legal situation leaves a lot of room for interpretation here too: Carrying so-called one-hand knives is permitted insofar as it is justified by a legitimate interest. This is the case in practice if the one-hand knife serves a generally recognized purpose, such as for the exercise of a profession or a particular sport.

What should you consider when buying rescue knives?

First of all, you need to determine the intended use of the new rescue knife. You also need to clarify which cutting properties the rescue knife has and which blade length the new rescue knife has. You should also look at the shape of the handle before you buy it: Does the material the handle is made of fit well in your hand and does the shape of the handle make it easier for you to hold your new rescue knife? To ensure that you choose the right rescue knife, we recommend that you consider the above questions in advance and answer them for yourself. The more clearly you know the purpose and nature of your new rescue knife, the greater the likelihood that you will choose the right companion. Rescue knives should also be stored safely, for example in ammunition boxes , to ensure that they do not fall into the hands of children, where they could pose a potential risk of injury.

To ensure that you choose the right rescue knife, we recommend that you consider the above questions in advance and answer them for yourself. The more precisely you know about the purpose and properties of your new rescue knife, the greater the likelihood that you will choose the right companion.