When you’re looking to purchase a butterfly knife you will want to look on the internet. Butterfly knives are illegal in most states and local suppliers know this and will overcharge you in order to sell these. I will go over a few things that you will want to look for when making a purchase of a butterfly knife.
First thing I like to know is who made it and also the components they used to build it. My personal choice is titanium handles, micro fiber bearings, and ATS 32 steel blade. I have 4 different butterfly knives and by far this is my best one for flipping. Flipping is a term used by butterfly knife owners who like to show off some of their skills.
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The faster you are and the more tricks you can do while opening a butterfly knife, the more respect you get. It’s very technical and also very dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing. Beginners get hurt all the time trying to show off and really don’t understand proper holding and how to accurately maneuver the knife.
When you purchase your knife you will want to be careful about keeping it concealed. If you are caught by an officer you can be charged with a deadly weapon and cited. A butterfly knife is not like your typical knife where it opens from one direction and is used for hunting or working. It is more of a weapon and only requires one hand, and once you have learned the technique of opening it up quickly you’re considered a threat. I have always been an avid collector and think the butterfly knife or also known as the Balisong has a bad name for itself. It is a very complex and beautiful knife. If your going to purchase one, take the time to do some research on the history of the butterfly knife. You will find it very interesting, and also see how it has evolved since the early 1800’s.
4″ Black Butterfly
4″ Black Bear & Son Butterfly Knife
List Price: $ 35.52
Price: $ 23.05
5″ Black Butterfly
- High carbon stainless steel blade
- Epoxy coated cast metal handles
- Safety locking lever
- 3-7/8″ drop pt blade length, 4-1/4″ closed
5″ BEar & Son Black Butterfly
List Price: $ 43.88
Price: $ 25.31
Butterfly Look Folder Knife C-1130
- Titanium-oxide coating stainless Black Blade & Handle
- 4.75″closed, 3.25″blade
4.75″closed, 3.25″blade-Titanium-oxide coating stainless Black Blade & Handle
List Price: $ 9.69
Price: $ 9.69