Does This Happen To Your Pants?

Find out why I’m ditching pocket clip knives for good and switching to small fixed blades. Say goodbye to ruined pants! Good quality jeans are not cheap and once your pocket clip knife starts chipping away at the fabric at the top, and anywhere else it showed signs of wear, you are well on your way to destroying them. Watch and see just what they have done to all my favorite jeans.
Oh, and for you regulars with a sharp eye for detail, I actually made this video prior to the one about the cutting boards while wearing sunglasses. Really could have used them that day, but it was much more overcast and I could man up for a while. But, in hindsight, it was pretty stupid.
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[@knifetimestory]

Comment Guidelines: 1. Any and all comments are welcome. 2. I've always provided very detailed personal replies to questions asking for advice on materials, methods, or even what to buy for a first-time knife owner, etc, with the result more often than not resulting in not so much as a "thank you". So, that ship has sailed. Those sorts of questions will now be addressed on my Patreon Page. www.patreon.com/c/KnifetimeStory. 3. If your goal is to be a PITA or Troll or Karen or Chad or simply just a general Jack A$$, give it your best shot because you won't get a second attempt. 4. Spelling, punctuation, and capitalization count. Think I'm joking? Try me.

[@dlrmon1]

But, but...#3 is no fair. I’ve always struggled in that department. What weird is my math skills are off the charts. Can I get some CRED for that? LOL

[@richardhenry1969]

@@knifetimestory I've carried a pocket clip knife since they came out. The first one I remember was either spyderco or kershaw. I have carried coldsteel folders for the last 20 years. I've never found it to be a problem. I don't understand how so many complain about them. I personally don't travel to NewYork . It's nobody business what I carry. If they feel unsafe then all they Need to do is leave.

[@briank3564]

I carry a pocket clip knife everyday. I dont have a problem with my pockets.

[@IAMNOSLEEP]

I've carried my Kershaw Shallot 1840 with clip everyday for more than 15 years. Never had this problem.

[@StoneHands25]

Same, The only knives I've had problems with were some of Spyderco's really grippy g10 would just tear up my pockets

[@litrick5471]

I think some of yall just have your pocket clip too tight or are shoving your knife back onto your pocket way too quick. Im always carrying a knife and have never worn through my pants pocket that badly even after years.

[@nycbike73]

I grew up in NYC, it’s sad to see how NYC has become so lost

[@eric_in_florida]

I bend up my pocket clips until there is the tiniest amount of space over the scale. Makes a big difference yet still holds tight enough for me.

[@galootlovestools]

@@eric_in_florida Same. Just judiciously bend the clip up until it clips in and out smoothly yet still is retained. Haven’t destroyed a pocket yet.

[@BoDiddlydodah]

@@eric_in_florida THIS is the way. Developed this solution myself as well waaay back after my first pocket was frayed by a pocket knife clip

[@Badger77722]

Odd. I've worn a pocket-clip folding knife for around 30 years, various makes and clip designs, and never once had one eating my pocket the way your pants are showing. Perhaps it's a difference in environment - I was a city/desk worker all my life, didn't have a chance to spend large amounts of time working outdoors, so maybe that makes a difference. But for me, this is a solution still looking for a problem.

[@knifetimestory]

Or...it is 25 years of constantly taking my knife out of my pocket only to fidget with it and then put it back in. It's really my fault.

[@warlantactical]

Difference is you do not draw or use your knife on daily which is fine just means your not as active as orders

[@shroomsrus5116]

@@knifetimestory😂 that and I think the lip (where it keeps getting destroyed) may be too thick to handle constant use. I normally wear cotton work shorts or board shorts so the lip substantially thinner and I’ve also never had an issue

[@ericschneider7294]

Being a pocket knife carrier for 50 years I noticed recently a big trend in smaller straight blades. From the street as well as what's being made available. Tried it, love it!

[@knifetimestory]

It's awesome to hear that you've embraced the trend of smaller straight blades! They can be really practical and versatile for daily use.

[@nickwaah2702]

Nice, clean content. No surprise sponsorship, no demands for likes and views.

[@knifetimestory]

Wow. Thanks for noticing that. I really appreciate it. Oh, by the way, did you subscribe? 😉😂

[@nickwaah2702]

@@knifetimestory I’m subscribed

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you. I was joking of course. I've found that without emoticons, I'm seriously misunderstood. They would come in handy in my everyday personal interactions with people.

[@maxxron]

I carry a Swiss army knife on a homemade clip made out of a large cotter pin and a fishing clip. It works great. I have it where it fits loose enough to slide over the denim easily. If you still have a problem with clips wearing out the top of the pocket, I would think the best course of action would be to whip stitch the area where the clip normally lies on new pairs of jeans and then replace the whipping if it wears out so that the denim under it would never wear out.

[@BoDiddlydodah]

We would like to see a video example of this homemade clip you've devised.

[@maxxron]

@BoDiddlydodah it's so simple it doesn't need a video. It is a suspension clip. Hopefully this link will open a photo of it. It works great. I've been using one for years. www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/lvb6n1lvyiwq7o71bvc51/2024-11-22-12.01.57.jpg?rlkey=sigz0fmx8fcvcvpayxpjim87d&st=0b51e43q&dl=0

[@knifetimestory]

I’ve got to try that!

[@maxxron]

@@knifetimestory are you seeing a link to the photo of the clip (KZbin doesn't allow photos in the comments section directly)? I posted it earlier and I can't find it now.

[@knifetimestory]

Yes, there is a visible live link. I always hesitate to click them. But since you followed up, I have clicked it and like the concept. Thanks for sharing that picture.

[@paulyoder865]

I got tired of shredding pockets too and just put a slip joint knife in my pocket instead. If I’m using a knife outdoors I’ll grab whatever knife is suitable but for constant carry a medium sized slip joint is fine.

[@TucoDog-ho6fw]

Thanks. Now I’m going to binge watch a bunch of your videos in Idaho where I can carry any damn thing I want anywhere I want. 👍🏻🇺🇸 Edit: Almost anywhere except the courthouse.

[@knifetimestory]

Binge away my friend. Thank you!!!

[@Atheistbatman]

I have used kershaws wave release for a decade with no issues even in gym short or slacks. I have to adapt my pull out technique a little but no significant wear on pockets.

[@recycled3654]

I almost lost a pocket clip knife once, kneeled down to pick something up off the floor. As I stood up I noticed my knife clipped onto a knitted blanket. After that, I always carry knife inside my pocket, especially aware of the expensive ones.

[@BoDiddlydodah]

You're supposed to carry a pocket clip knife clipped inside of the pocket too tho?

[@greyscout01]

Yup. A small fixed blade was a good option for me as well. I have a Nieto Coyote that has been a favorite for many years.

[@knifetimestory]

I've been really considering buying a couple of their smaller knives. Not a fan of some of the steels, and the lime green liners are not a real turn-on for me. But...still may be worth a shot.

[@greyscout01]

@knifetimestory Yeah. The Coyote is a traditional blade. No weird stuff, simple leather sheath. I like it.

[@Jimthechevywheelman]

Wow ! Try Duluth! I have a little wear going on, but it’s usually on my butt lol . I wear a spiderco delica 99 percent , I have others ,, in trucks n garage bigger n smaller. I ve been playing around lately with an old r6 fixed blade tryin to see if I like it. Always a bit interested in its looks.,, wondered how it worked. If it could be Bushcraft. Yep I carried a 110 look a like : Sears made by Camillus . With the finger grooves ( before Buck). But funny I used my Schrade 194 ot that was always in my pocket a lot more( I worked construction back in the 80’s) . Always love your videos , please keep up the great work n good humor!!!

[@jack_batterson]

I most often remove the pocket clip from my pocket knives. Carry either in the pocket or in a belt sheath. Buck 110 is my most commonly carried knife.

[@knifetimestory]

I too vacillate between carrying my 110 in my back pocket or in the sheath.

[@jack_batterson]

@@knifetimestory I made a simple leather pocket sheath for my 110. Holds the knife and a pen or small flashlight securely. Actually, I made two: one front pocket (a bit bulky, but works well) and one for the back pocket (Excellent). The key with pocket carrying a 110, I find, is to keep it upright or vertical.

[@knifetimestory]

NY, as a whole, is a cluster "f". I wish to heck I could get out of here. I'm always on the lookout for a way to move!!

[@jack_batterson]

@@knifetimestory I hear ya.

[@1947froggy]

I think the clips that look like a big paper clip are easier on the pants than the other ones. :)

[@knifetimestory]

You’re right! They do seem to work better!

[@chriswood3390]

I carried a940 for years but I lost it every other week. Went to a case sodbuster jr. Pretty happy with that.

[@knifetimestory]

I love the Sod Buster pattern.

[@joepublic573]

"So, that ship has sailed. " ... lol kudu's :) .. still loving the humour :D :D

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you as always!!

[@GregoryBowers-k7g]

Try a mora ... plastic sheath and clip for belt or pockets.... depending on size.

[@knifetimestory]

Love Mora. Though, at 4", they are illegal to EDC in NY.

[@gillbates999]

While I like the BRK ULB a lot (I picked up two or three over the years), I do prefer the similar but somehow better for me BRK Mini Kephart (I picked up two or three of those as well over the years). All in 3V. Perhaps it's just that bit more of blade length. The sheaths mostly seem to be the version you ended up using. Slips into the front right pocket and carries well.

[@knifetimestory]

They sure do have a lot of choices. But...the sheath thing really irks me. Glad I have alternatives.

[@kvernesdotten]

Idk if this is interesting or relevant in any way, but as someone who lives in a country with strict knife laws where the law is really vague around it on top of that (its one of those "you have to have a sufficient reason but we will never tell you what we consider a good enough reason), this is a problem ive tangled with for quite a long time. SAKs and similar multitools have gotten a bit of a free pass for a long time since they are generally considered very un-threatening and the general public just considers them a tool, but any dedicated and/or "scary looking" knife is just not something you want to be caught in public with. So the obvious answer have been small folders with pocket clips, such as a Delica. I havent ruined my pants, but the moment I clip a Delica and a tiny edc flashlight in my pocket, I just cannot fit my hand down that pocket to retrieve anything from the bottom anymore. Fixed blades are out of the question for anything outside my own property or in the woods/worksite etc because of said laws. Ive also tried what you said of just taking off the clip, but after having one of my knuckles snipped off from a Hogue Deka with a bad detent I dont wanna do that anymore either. So I have come to 2 solutions that actually work out well for me. One is making a custom swiss army knife with a spyderco blade in it and whatever tools I actually want, which is a good compromise imo. The other is to simply wear work pants, if you wear work pants with those carpenter pockets and padded knees etc, noone bats an eye if theres a knife hanging off you 😂 Oh and I dont know if you remember but I commented about the insane price of the Buck 110 where I live? I just checked the Izula and the 1095HC version is 170 bucks. Yay me.

[@knifetimestory]

Thanks for sharing. Lots of good ideas.

[@shroomsrus5116]

Australia is great for import tax too

[@madtownangler]

I put a Buck 110 in a closeable sheath and put it in my belt. Bo and Luke Duke did it, why not me

[@knifetimestory]

Yes they did!!!

[@bobinmontana777]

Lost a couple of folders with pocket clips catching drawstrings on jackets, (which I now remove). And, yes, seems like Carhart pockets fray worse than any other brand. Trying fixed blades and ultimate-clips.

[@knifetimestory]

Your first sentence makes it unclear as to whether or not you are removing the clips or drawstrings.

[@bobinmontana777]

@ That would be drawstrings if carrying a folder. Seatbelts are another story.

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

Thanks for sharing 😊

[@knifetimestory]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

[@jth56]

Thanks for sharing.

[@knifetimestory]

Thanks for watching.

[@anthonycampos7417]

Just lightly sand down the spot where the pocket clip land on the scale and maybe try to reduce the pocket clip tension. And for the pants already destroyed you can ask a leather worker for their spare scraps and make a new pocket lip with some thread and large needle. Just cut a large enough patch to cover the entire worn area.

[@knifetimestory]

Benchmade 940 is perfectly smooth, but when you obsessively take the knife out, play with it, and then put the knife back, tons of times a day, over 25 years, yes, the jeans are going to look like this!!!😁

[@anthonycampos7417]

@knifetimestory yes I know. I've got about 85 pieces in my knife collection that I regularly rotate. Only 1 pairs of my jeans look like this and I repaired it with the leather scrap suggestion I mentioned. Only difference is its the rear right pocket because I only carry my knives in my rear pocket. The knife that has done the most damage is my Emerson's

[@johnpoole8321]

subbed fellow upstater and liked the new studio lol.

[@knifetimestory]

Glad you liked the new studio!!! Thanks for watching.

[@wolfjouett2048]

I'm so sorry...that you live in NY. JK (no, I"m not). Anyway, have a great Thanksgiving, a very Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year sir.

[@knifetimestory]

YOUR sorry. How do you think I feel! Happy Thanksgiving to you as well and a Merry Christmas!!

[@ElonaldTrusk]

Man... Even here in CA many people at the bar wear fixed blades on their hips... But im in the sierra Nevada mountains.

[@knifetimestory]

Sort of like NYC and Upstate NY. Same laws, different mindset and values.

[@SteelAddicted]

So a wire clip is probably ur best option on a smooth in and out of the pocket, pocket clip. Many knives offer wire clip options I can recommend many if need be, but imho they don’t wear out ur pants nearly as bad or fast as a bent clip or titanium clip.

[@knifetimestory]

That's a great idea. Wire clips are the best.

[@quarto-h7i]

I have been carrying pocket knives and knives with me for 45 years and I have never had even the slightest damage to my pants pocket or even my shorts. I do not believe that this information that could damage the pocket is true... It makes no sense!

[@knifetimestory]

Hmm, maybe I’m the outlier.

[@quarto-h7i]

@knifetimestory I haven't seen any comments here agreeing that this is a problem... You must be doing something wrong by carrying a knife or pocketknife and it's destroying your pants. Even with cheaper jeans, like the ones I use for heavy work, I've never had one of them fray in the pocket... I usually lose at least 2 pairs of pants when I'm on a heavy job, mainly on the legs and thighs, but I've never had one of them damaged in the waistband of the pocket... I really don't understand how that could be possible... I'm not the type of guy who could be said to be the most delicate, on the contrary, I weigh around 100 kg (220 pounds) and I'm a little over 1.8 m (6 feet) tall. I'm not fat... When I was in the army, there was a corporal who had to change his shoes (boots or other office shoes) every 2 months at most because they would rip! No one could understand that, a pair of boots ripping after 2 months of use... Some people are definitely different...

[@knifetimestory]

Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@BlackdogADV]

I’m still using my Buck 110 folding Hunter that I bought in 1972.

[@knifetimestory]

That's awesome! The Buck 110 is a classic and it’s great to hear it's still serving you well after all these years!

[@lapicker1010]

I never believed being told that pocket clips would cause you to lose you knife until it almost happened to me. Now I just take em off.

[@knifetimestory]

A friend of mine "lost" his Kershaw years ago. I went to his house and immediately found the knife, clipped quite precariously to the inside liner of his coat hanging on a coat rack. Clips are good and bad.

[@wizardofahhhs759]

I've found that coins get stuck in between the scales on the back of the knife and dulls the edge of the blade.

[@knifetimestory]

Easy fix. Do what I do, don't carry change in that pocket.

[@BBhatt-pi5ob]

Yeah of the same opinion. I still own folding knives (the still have their place) but will 8/10 times carry a fixed blade along with a SAK. I mostly carry BRK as well, but in CA I have to open carry a big fixed blade. So it's a little different for me, as I carry a folder when I don't want people to see a big blade on my hip.

[@knifetimestory]

Good Thinking!

[@johncannon3593]

What kind of knife are you carrying? I carry a Benchmade 940 every day and have been for 20+ years. Maybe a little wear on some of my pants, but nothing to make me think it is destroying my pants...

[@knifetimestory]

Generally my heavily modified 940. But, in the video I'm carrying my again heavily modified Paramilitary 2 with 15V blade.

[@davefletch3063]

I always put a shim on my pocket clip to loosen it enough so it still hold het doesnt wipe out your pocket

[@knifetimestory]

This is just my nervous habit of constantly taking the knife out, opening and closing it a couple times, every hour or so, over the last 25 years. But...I may try your idea if I decide to start carrying clip knives in any newer jeans.

[@ehoenig]

Hey, I agree, but I found a simple solution to the problem. I dont carry it using a pocket clip, but with a paracort at my belt. This means the knife is hanging down from my belt into the pocket. This way I dont even realize I have my victorinox swisschamp with me, but when I need it, it is right in my pocket 😊

[@knifetimestory]

That's a clever solution! Using a paracord for easy access is a great way to keep your SwissChamp handy without it being in the way. Thanks for sharing your method!

[@NateB1976]

The Cold Steel Luzon has a nice fat and wide clip made out of the handle material so it’s not a tight metal clip. It’s what I use for work and it doesn’t shred my jeans at all.

[@knifetimestory]

Thanks for sharing that. Good info.

[@Kris_Stiletto]

Great Video and discussion. :-) Peace, Stiletto :-)

[@knifetimestory]

Thanks, I appreciate it. Peace back at ya!!

[@kanukkarhu]

Lovely knives Tom. Glad you've been able to find good Barkies. Are they much cheaper used down there? They're extremely pricey up here, and that plus the risk of QC crappolla make them undesirable, and there's not many used for sale in my neck o' the woods.... My jeans be like dat, too. Yo.

[@knifetimestory]

Thanks Jeff. I got cocky and bought another Barkie and wouldn't you know it, it had a burned edge towards the tip. So. After 10 minutes of gentle grinding and reprofiling, the knife looks perfect. I'll feature that knife in a video, just to keep BRK honest and show off the real reason I bought it...the custom sheath!!! Stay Warm my friend!!!

[@mistersmith3986]

Well, I've been using carrying and working with knives for over 50 years and NONE of my pants get like this. Here's a hint SON. Adjust your pocket clip accordingly when you first receive it. There. You are welcome. 😁😁😁

[@knifetimestory]

Thanks Dad.

[@mistersmith3986]

@knifetimestory 😂😂😂😂😂

[@warlantactical]

Try carrying it inside waist band i have been carrying this was for 38 years

[@johnm4110]

Never had a problem with the clips wrecking my pockets. I like pocket clips for the convenience but think they are uncomfortable when using the knife for longer tasks. When I am working outside I will carry a fixed blade or a folder without a pocket clip in a sheath.

[@knifetimestory]

It's really my fault for constantly fidgeting with the knife and taking it out of my pocket.

[@johnm4110]

@@knifetimestory well one advantage to a folder is the fidget factor

[@knifetimestory]

That is for sure!!

[@JJVPYOU]

I always carry a clip-on knife and don't have any issues with the pockets being destroyed.

[@knifetimestory]

Glad to hear it.

[@terrysmith4465]

I live in the free state of Florida.We don't worry about laws

[@Richard-yi3us]

@@terrysmith4465 yall worry about them hurricanes though. :(

[@terrysmith4465]

@Richard-yi3us It's worth it

[@knifetimestory]

I can see that.

[@drkpg1]

The Sheath for your fixed blade doesn't ruin your pocket?

[@knifetimestory]

Huh?

[@drkpg1]

@@knifetimestory Sorry, I mean , you certainly use a clip with the sheath for your fixed blade. Does it wear out your pocket? If not I'll take your advice. Sorry for my bad english but I'm just a little french guy !!!

[@kevola5739]

@@drkpg1 - I believe the Bark River sheath attaches to the belt, not the pocket. Not sure about the Izula sheath.

[@HWCism]

Thanks. Oh, spend some money on your glasses and replace the right lens before it breaks more on damages your eye. Safety first.

[@knifetimestory]

😂 Thanks for noticing. Those are my outside work/saunter into the woods glasses. I promise I have a pristine pair for all the other times. Forgot to change for the video.

[@r1ckgr1m3s8]

I normally wear bdus & keep my clip knife in the back pocket

[@zanedclark]

Good video. zane

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you Zane. Hey, check your email!!

[@Micky-A.]

I still use my good old Buck 110 (high quality JAPANESE) replica, it functions flawlessly.

[@knifetimestory]

No replicas!!! Get the real deal!!!

[@warlantactical]

You should always carry fixed blade been doing this for 38 years

[@iripitup]

In California we aren't allowed to carry fixed blades😢😢

[@knifetimestory]

Wow!

[@Sylvan_dB]

How/why does a pocket clip knife cause such a problem? Knife in or out of the pocket? I've been wearing knife "in" for decades and not one pair of pants has worn out the pocket before other wear made them unwearable. If the knife is too big to be clipped "in" the pocket then it probably would be too big for comfort while sitting in my office chair. So my "pocket" knife is smaller, and I have a large folder in the desk drawer, in the truck, in the night stand, down in the basement, and etc. for when bigger is needed. And did you say a knife on your hip is illegal? On private property? You need a new state. One day I was out working and needed to make a quick run to the gas station (about 2 miles round trip) to fill up the gas cans. It wasn't until long after I was back at work when the .357 on my hip snagged on a branch and I realized I had forgot to remove it before my errand. (Normally I feel "concealed" around town makes me less of a target should someone of ill intent happen to be in the vicinity.)

[@knifetimestory]

No, no no. That knife is LEGAL. Maybe I spoke too quickly, or you were listening to slowly.😂. Also… That kind of pocket wear is the result of 25 years of constantly playing with the knife that’s in my pocket. In and out in and out in and out and using the knife as a fidget toy rough estimate… 25 times a day. That creates a lot of wear and tear over the years.

[@floridadad2817]

Clips destroy pants, leather chairs, vehicle finishes, doors, etc.... And it interferes with pocket carry of a revolver. Done with clips. I wear carpenter jeans and the tool pocket is perfect for my Spyderco.

[@knifetimestory]

You’ve hit the nail on the head.

[@no_handle_required]

NYC is a disappointing failure.

[@bikeman9419]

I solved my pocket clip problems years ago. I simply take them off. I have always hated pocket clips

[@knifetimestory]

Not sure what you mean. You simply take off your pants? :-)

[@dlrmon1]

It looks like many of those pants need to be displayed on your Smithsonian selves with retired pocket clip knives. That pocket wear almost looks like habitual tic, at least it’s a respectable one. I mean it could have been from scratching your nether regions...lol

[@knifetimestory]

20+ year old jeans with thousands of necessary and unnecessary (fidget) removals and insertions. No scratching!!!😂

[@SteppingR]

or....use a smal gas burner and bend the clip to the right strenght , but dissasamble it !

[@jujubeans2002]

sorry but I don't carry wimpy knives mine are 7.5 to little over 9 inch with 4 inch + bladed folders . I think those small Swiss army folders are too small and that clip is too snug ... i live Texas where like the state knives are normal size . 🤠 good video funny as feck

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you for your kind words. Glad you enjoyed it. With each passing day, Texas is looking better and better to me!

[@BigHammerz]

That is a problem with clip knives for sure.That part of the right pocket gets torn up before the pants are worn out and ready to be thrown away.

[@knifetimestory]

Totally feel you on that! It's so annoying when your pants give up before you do.

[@randykoster6587]

I occasionally carry a fixed blade, but do not share your experience with pocket knives. My pockets are holding up.

[@knifetimestory]

Watch my follow-up and you'll understand why my pants may be wearing faster than the average guy! kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6OUkJ-GjsSbodU

[@BrokenBarBox]

Easy solution….you can trim down a plastic shirt pocket protector and use it in your pants pocket. Just use a little excess tape from the bridge repair you did on your glasses to seal the edge you had to trim and voila! No more sad pants!

[@knifetimestory]

Thanks. Maybe I’ll have to try that!

[@CNYKnifeNut]

That pocket clip thing is NYC not NYS... Autos/Balis aside, knife laws here are kinda reasonable IMO, especially by NY standards.

[@knifetimestory]

Nope. You are misinformed. Watch this and then tell me what you think. But watch it first. I won't debate the issue. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2KXYWqedpZ1m9E

[@profesorEDC]

Well pronounced... I-zula = E-zula 👌

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you. I was hoping someone would let me know I finally said it correctly.

[@profesorEDC]

@knifetimestory 😁👌

[@eldergroan]

i prefer to carry folding knives in belt sheaths, even if they have a clip

[@knifetimestory]

Leaving the clip in the 940 actually is not a bad idea. Gives me something else to hold onto. Otherwise that knife can get kinda thin.

[@DaddyyCrab]

A knife with a clip takes up room in my pocket, and my hand doesn’t fit

[@knifetimestory]

I totally understand! Sometimes, the design can be a bit awkward.

[@The-Armed-Pacifist]

Hoping that your eye problem is resolving.

[@knifetimestory]

Thank you. I appreciate that.

[@chrluc]

I don’t know how you all destroy your pants. I carry a pocket clip knife every day, and have for at least 3 decades. I very very rarely ever see any wear on my pocket. The pants wear out in many other areas long before I ever see anything on my pockets. Maybe it’s the quality of pants or the fit, I’m not sure but there has to be another reason.

[@knifetimestory]

Carhartt. Patch can be seen in the thumbnail. That's about 25 years of lots of in and out and washings.

[@Triaz357]

Knife laws are just freaking stupid. I quit carrying pocket clip knives because I lose them. I carry a knife in my pocket always and usually one on my belt if I’m working. I have large hands and I think I was probably pulling the knives part way out of my pocket when just going after my wallet or what not then they would fall out later on.

[@knifetimestory]

I totally understand your frustration with knife laws! It can be challenging to navigate them, especially when you're just trying to carry a useful tool.

[@Triaz357]

@ ahh useful tool. My wife’s pet name for me 😂

[@Miner-49]

In all fairness, it’s not the knife, it’s the jeans. Carhartt clothing is absolute garbage. Especially the new stretchy stuff. They haven’t made anything decent in two decades.

[@knifetimestory]

The jeans are almost 25 years old. I would’ve thought they’ve been from back when they made good jeans.

[@MooreLeather]

Not legal to even carry a lock knife here without VERY very good reason...and a fixed blade, almost zero chance. How about wearing the pocket clip knives clipped into a very thin IWB kydex or similar belt loop or some other gizmo? Something stronger than fabric, but slim enough to not damage the clip? Should be possible. Think of the Yaqui (?) belt slide holster, or one of the Chic Gaylord minimalist rigs....

[@knifetimestory]

Some good ideas. Thank you.

[@rogerj.fugere3570]

Beware of those Free Range Karen’s.

[@knifetimestory]

Excellent line. I believe I may use that someday...with your permission.

[@rogerj.fugere3570]

@knifetimestory Abso-freakin-lutly!

[@bobhoman9410]

Spyderco for forty s years no problem. 5:

[@MVonDriburg]

Doesn't the mega scratch in your glasses bother you more? :))))

[@knifetimestory]

That is actually a crack and those are my work out in the yard/hiking/safety glasses that I forgot to switch out before the video. I’ve actually gotten so used to that crack and it’s in such a place that it really is never even noticeable. But thank you for your concern.

[@MVonDriburg]

@@knifetimestory :)

[@SteveJohnsonPHANTOM1984]

Ive carried pocket clip knives for 40 years every day and when Im at work that knife is removed a dozen times a day. And No problems at all. Sounds like your knives clips are way to tight or your pants are cheap material.

[@knifetimestory]

Maybe it's the fidgeting, I'm guilty of that.

[@eileensalimbene4264]

Correct! I would want to see a sheath or clip if I were law enforcement! Husband just puts giant knife in pocket! Not much sense but that's NYC

[@knifetimestory]

Nothing in NY makes sense.

[@thriftingsistersaudrey]

The NY State knife laws are just another reason for Long Island to leave and form their own State

[@knifetimestory]

LI. I've been there and well, I'll admit I was in the western part and basically they are all NYC people who can't afford NYC. Perhaps the easter part is better. Used to be all farmland out there. Upstate is the part that should secede from the NY and form a new state. We get hammered tax-wise for NYC BS. And...we provide them with all their water. How about calling it North New York and then charging NYC for all the water and electricity it uses.

[@thriftingsistersaudrey]

@@knifetimestory Yes Nassau County, the county closest to Queens(NYC) has many people from the City but they vote Republican as they have seen high property taxes, along with high electric rates too. Suffolk county has boomed in people not wanting the colder temps of Upstate, and they also vote Republican & most Dems are conserative in actions. The farmers are being pushed out and no one is on board with Gov "Huckleberry" plan for heating pumps and no fireplaces, or no gas stoves. The NYS gun laws don't favor law abiding citizens and NY is too lax on prosecuting crime in the "blue" cities. The DA's in the 2 LI Counties have been voted in to try to clean up the Gov's mess.

[@ROE1300]

👍 Another excellent video with a remarkably good alternative to folding knives with pocket clips. The plain simple truth is that pocket clips belong on pens & pencils, they do not belong on knives.

[@knifetimestory]

I couldn’t agree more.

[@jack_batterson]

Agreed. Using a knife with a clip is irritating. The clip most often creates a hot spot. Remove clip, carry deep in pocket or from a belt sheath.

[@jonathanklein7875]

If you need proof that knife laws are BS, simply compare laws in NY vs. Oregon. In Oregon, the knife must NOT be concealed, especially in regards to "automatic" knives (which I believe are entirely illegal in NY for no good reason) and fixed blades. In fact, in Oregon, there are very few limits on fixed blades as long as they are clearly visible - exactly the opposite of NY. Go figure.

[@knifetimestory]

Autos are not illegal in NY.

[@jonathanklein7875]

@knifetimestory that's good to know. Do you know what type of restrictions are placed on them in NY?

[@knifetimestory]

Not sure what you mean by restrictions. You should watch my video about knife laws. It pretty much makes it all crystal clear.

[@onefastnitro]

Just a heads up the younguns pay hundreds of dollars to get a pair of pants 👖 all worn out like your are. 💵💵💵💵💵💵🤑

[@knifetimestory]

Great to know. Thanks.

[@iamchaos1399]

Why? Bend the clip out. That's on you.

[@knifetimestory]

Wow. That is genius.

[@3RDOOR]

😂😂 cheap

[@victorcaceres9603]

Straight from the Google - It's illegal to carry a knife with a blade longer than four inches, whether it's concealed or not.

[@fjb4932]

Google ? I put less thought into Google than i do my toilet paper . . . ☆

[@victorcaceres9603]

@ But you use them both.

[@michaelford2517]

Where is that illegal?

[@victorcaceres9603]

@ NYC

[@knifetimestory]

Nope. Be careful what you say and how you interpret the law. The law is actually "four inches or longer" not as you say "longer than four inches". May seem trivial, but as far as the law is concerned, there is a huge difference. Watch this video, I make it crystal effing clear: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2KXYWqedpZ1m9E