Can You Legally Carry a Pocket Knife in the UK?
Published: 1 week ago
Worried about UK knife laws but love carrying traditional pocket knives? These 5 vintage slipjoints are completely legal to EDC in the UK - and they're built better than anything made today.
In this video, I show you exactly which vintage slipjoint knives you can legally carry every day in the UK without breaking any laws. All of these non-locking folding knives meet the UK legal requirements: under 3 inches and non-locking mechanisms. From classic Victorinox Swiss Army Knives to forgotten Sheffield masterpieces, these traditional pocket knives combine legal compliance with superior vintage craftsmanship.
Whether you're new to UK knife laws or a seasoned collector looking for legal EDC options, this guide covers the best vintage slipjoints that won't get you in trouble. I break down what makes each knife legal, where to find them, and why these old timer knives outperform modern alternatives.
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0:00 - Can you Legally Carry a Pocket Knife in the UK?
1:18 - Taylors Eye Witness Stockman
3:19 - Lockwood Brothers Lambsfoot
6:10 - Joseph Rogers Jack Knife
9:40 - George Wostenholm IXL Barlow
13:50 - Herbert Robinson Jack Knife
17:30 - Why Traditional Knives Win
???? Useful Resources:
- UK Knife Law Guide: https://www.gov.uk/buying-carrying-knives
- Where I Find Vintage Knives: https://www.brigantian-vintage-pocketknives.co.uk/
• Heinnie Haynes Affiliate link - https://tidd.ly/42wcqWF
• 10% Off at https://rosecraftblades.com/ with code Slippy10
• Rhoose Point Remedies, Outstanding wood restoration products! Affiliate link - https://rhoosepointremedies.com/product-category/wood-treatments/?wpam_id=15
• 10% off https://www.wubenlight.com/?ref=aofsfnod with code Slippy10 -
• 10% off https://www.viperade.com/ with code Slippy10 -
• 15% off https://shiresupply.com with code SlipjointSawyer15
???? Keywords:
- UK legal knife carry
- Non locking knives UK
- Traditional pocket knife EDC
- Vintage slipjoint knives
- UK knife laws explained
- Legal pocket knives UK
- Swiss Army Knife UK legal
- Everyday carry UK
- Old timer knife collection
- Slip joint knives
- Sheffield pocket knives
- Case pocket knives UK
- Buck knives legal carry
- Victorinox UK EDC
- Antique pocket knife restoration
???? WHY TRUST MY OPINION?
With over 1,100 videos and over 4 million views on this channel, I've restored, reviewed, and tested more traditional pocket knives than anyone else on YouTube. This isn't theory - it's hands-on experience from years in the workshop.
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• https://youtu.be/5KZb3Vzx-QI
• https://youtu.be/gZd4k8qmIIo
• https://youtu.be/cYFJ2TwGv8I
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© 2025 Slipjoint Sawyer. All rights reserved.
In this video, I show you exactly which vintage slipjoint knives you can legally carry every day in the UK without breaking any laws. All of these non-locking folding knives meet the UK legal requirements: under 3 inches and non-locking mechanisms. From classic Victorinox Swiss Army Knives to forgotten Sheffield masterpieces, these traditional pocket knives combine legal compliance with superior vintage craftsmanship.
Whether you're new to UK knife laws or a seasoned collector looking for legal EDC options, this guide covers the best vintage slipjoints that won't get you in trouble. I break down what makes each knife legal, where to find them, and why these old timer knives outperform modern alternatives.
???? Featured in This Video:
0:00 - Can you Legally Carry a Pocket Knife in the UK?
1:18 - Taylors Eye Witness Stockman
3:19 - Lockwood Brothers Lambsfoot
6:10 - Joseph Rogers Jack Knife
9:40 - George Wostenholm IXL Barlow
13:50 - Herbert Robinson Jack Knife
17:30 - Why Traditional Knives Win
???? Useful Resources:
- UK Knife Law Guide: https://www.gov.uk/buying-carrying-knives
- Where I Find Vintage Knives: https://www.brigantian-vintage-pocketknives.co.uk/
• Heinnie Haynes Affiliate link - https://tidd.ly/42wcqWF
• 10% Off at https://rosecraftblades.com/ with code Slippy10
• Rhoose Point Remedies, Outstanding wood restoration products! Affiliate link - https://rhoosepointremedies.com/product-category/wood-treatments/?wpam_id=15
• 10% off https://www.wubenlight.com/?ref=aofsfnod with code Slippy10 -
• 10% off https://www.viperade.com/ with code Slippy10 -
• 15% off https://shiresupply.com with code SlipjointSawyer15
???? Keywords:
- UK legal knife carry
- Non locking knives UK
- Traditional pocket knife EDC
- Vintage slipjoint knives
- UK knife laws explained
- Legal pocket knives UK
- Swiss Army Knife UK legal
- Everyday carry UK
- Old timer knife collection
- Slip joint knives
- Sheffield pocket knives
- Case pocket knives UK
- Buck knives legal carry
- Victorinox UK EDC
- Antique pocket knife restoration
???? WHY TRUST MY OPINION?
With over 1,100 videos and over 4 million views on this channel, I've restored, reviewed, and tested more traditional pocket knives than anyone else on YouTube. This isn't theory - it's hands-on experience from years in the workshop.
???? RELATED VIDEOS YOU'LL LOVE:
• https://youtu.be/5KZb3Vzx-QI
• https://youtu.be/gZd4k8qmIIo
• https://youtu.be/cYFJ2TwGv8I
???? BUSINESS ENQUIRIES:
Email - Slipjointsawyer@gmail.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/slipjointsawyer?igsh=aWttYWt0dGE0ZHA4
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???? SUBSCRIBE for honest knife reviews, restorations, and collecting tips!
???? LIKE if this saved you from buying the wrong Victorinox
???? COMMENT which model YOU think deserves the top spot
---
DISCLAIMER: Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support the channel and allows me to keep making honest reviews. I only recommend products I've personally tested and believe in.
© 2025 Slipjoint Sawyer. All rights reserved.