Different Types of Neck Knives

Different Types of Neck Knives

A neck knife (or a "peacemaker") is a concealed knife worn around a person's neck by a single strap.neck knives Generally, it means either a single fixed-blade knife that is carried on a leather or nylon cord by means of a loop, or a small fixed blade knife that is kept in a sheath, which hangs around one's neck usually on a belt loop. Often they will either hang leather-string close to the skin or string close to a chain. The concept of the "peacemaker" or "neck knife" as we know it today originated in Great Britain in the early 19th century with officers and sailors who carried them on their belts. This concealed weapon was an immediate improvement over the obvious open knife carried by everyone. Although generally called a "neck knife", this is not the only use for these often valuable and often lifesaving tools.

One of the primary uses is to provide some measure of leverage when operating a tool such as a screwdriver, a nail gun, or a pen knife.neck knives neck knives Since most screwdrivers and pliers employ a flat, straight blade, the leverage gained by using a single-edged blade is not sufficient. A blade that is at least two inches long and is designed to fold up into a U-shape is ideal. In fact, this U-shape should be larger than you would actually carry in your hand, since it tends to slip out of your grip if you try to carry a large tool without the proper grip.

Another common use is to carry a knife in pockets attached to the belt, which would be cumbersome if carried on the blade itself.neck knives neck knives Some people conceal these knives by placing them within other objects such as a key chain or a jewelry box. For instance, if a woman were going out on a date, she could wear her purse in front of her hair so that her date could not see the knife. If she were working in an office, she could have her knife placed within her laptop. The use of a concealed knife in this manner has been approved by the United States military.

There are two basic types of knives: single-edged and double-edged.neck knives The single-edged knife can have either a pointed blade or a smooth blade. If the blade is point, it will catch the skin more quickly and leave little or no injury if it cuts. The smooth blade is more comfortable to hold, but it does not leave as much protection against cuts as the pointed blade. If you choose a single-edged blade for use in the event of an attack, keep in mind that your assailant may also have a knife, so you may be forced to fight.

Double-edged knives have a curved blade that presents the potential for more injury if the handle catches or crushes the skin. Some double-bladed knives are also referred to as "zipper knives". If you are attacked, keep this type of knife in your waistband or on your belt where you can easily reach it. The former may be a factor if you are grabbed from behind.

Some double-edged knives are made from materials that cannot withstand too much force. The design of these knives will often times feature a one-piece construction. This one-piece construction will be made up of a handle, blade and a lock to prevent the blade from turning. These locks will be designed to be kicked through a hinge while the handle is open.

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