How to choose a folding knife made in Russia?

Russian knives are centuries-old traditions. The production of own cutting tools in Russia appeared not very long ago, nevertheless for today our country has something to brag about in this direction. What kind of knives can not be found in the modern market! That's really really room for the knife! Especially popular are folding knives made in Russia.

A bit of history

Western companies for the production of folding knives have been engaged in this activity for more than one hundred years. Of course, they have gained a lot of experience. These countries include Japan, the United States, Switzerland and others. During the work of technology improved, there were innovations, new ways of sharpening, a variety of blades.

Unfortunately, during the USSR the Iron Curtain did not allow the use of the best world technologies. Therefore today in Russia copies of well-known world brands are mainly produced. Of course, such products are much inferior to their original counterparts.

Modern weapons centers, which today produce folding knives:

• Moscow;
• Chrysostom;
• Nizhny Novgorod and the region (Pavlovo-on-Oka, Vorsma);
• Kizlyar;
• Izhevsk;
• Uglich;
• Tula.

True, there is in Russia the production of knives of author's work. But similar masters - a unit. They develop and produce their own exclusive products, not inferior to eminent imported models. Such accessories are not cheap. They are produced by the brothers Shilogorovs and the master of Urak.

Varieties

Folding knives of Russian production differ:

• Way of opening;
• Kind of unfolding;
• Functions;
• Size and shape.

The blade can be opened automatically or mechanically. In the first case, a button or a lever is pressed, in the second case, it is opened by hand.

Types of opening can be:

• Face;
• Direct;
• Lateral ones.

With the end blade, the opening occurs only in an automatic manner. When you press the button or the lever, a blade appears. To close the blade, put it on a firm base.

Automatic knife refers to the types of knives of everyday wearing. He copes with most household tasks.

Functionality

Folding knives made in Russia are very convenient and functional. Such an object can be used in a variety of life situations. It is useful in the woods, fishing, at the dacha, and in any economy will not hurt. With such a knife, you can cut off branches, clean fish, and shorten the rope. Folding tool does not take up much space and easily fits even in a women's handbag. It is invisible to outsiders and does not attract unnecessary attention.

In a car, a folding knife is especially necessary, because anything can happen on the road. Having a cutting object at hand will not hurt anyone.

A universal folding blade will be useful to those who need it, and those who carry it with them just in case.

Which is better - Russian or Chinese?

There are a lot of Chinese products on the market. Is it worth buying them?

Russian knives, in comparison with the Chinese, have a number of undoubted advantages.

Secondly, domestic products significantly surpass the Chinese in quality. Various modifications of the handle, blade type and material of manufacture - this is an incomplete list of all the advantages of domestic products.

For the production of folding knives quality materials are used. Most often this is a reliable steel.

Assembly is a multistage control, which can not but affect the quality of the accessory. The cost of Russian folding knives from steel is lower compared to foreign counterparts.

What to look for when choosing

Choosing a blade, it is difficult to understand the variety of assortment. The quality of the product can be affected by:

• Brand accessory;
• Availability of various functions;
• used materials;
• Technology mechanisms.

Of course, automatic models are much more expensive. They provide:

• Ejection or extension of the blade;
• Automatic single action;
• Double action of the mechanism (unfolding and folding).

The blade can be with one-sided or two-sided edge, with full or partial sharpening.

Experienced knives are advised to purchase devices without additional functions, since such structures are considered more convenient, reliable and durable.

The question of legality

Folding knives are not a cold steel, so their sale is legitimate. Wearing and using such cutting products is freely available throughout Russia. At purchase it is necessary to take an interest in presence of necessary certificates at the firm-seller who guarantee corresponding quality of got products.

Opinions

Reviews about folding knives are very diverse. Much depends on the requirements for products. If you need an optimal price-quality ratio - the purchase of a folding knife of Russian production, most likely, will please its owner. Domestic products are an option for those who prefer quality at an affordable price.

Copies of the author's production of the best Russian masters are suitable for demanding scissors. Their price will be much higher, but the quality of this will only benefit.

Unfortunately, to date Russian models do not enjoy proper popularity among knife lovers. Perhaps this is due to low awareness of the quality of domestic products. Most likely, it is worth trying once and for all to remain a fan of irreplaceable Russian knives.