What features should I look for in a mini knife?
I'm looking for a small or mini knife for when I don't have a normal sized knife with me. I don't need it for self-defense, but just for cutting things in normal day usage.
What features should I look for in a very small/mini knife?
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While I'm unsure on what exactly is a small/mini knife for you I'm going to propose something nonetheless:
Get a Swiss Army Knife.
They come in all kinds of different sizes, so you should be able to find one that fits your idea of what a 'mini' knife is.
Furthermore you can pick among countless different models with all kinds of extras. You can thus tailor the knife exactly to what 'normal day usage' means for you - e.g. look through the range of models here for a version that is equipped with the tools that you think will come in handy.
As an example: some tools that I have found very useful in the past in an 'every day' setup: cork screw, cap opener, can opener, toothpick tweezers, scissors, various screwdrivers, awl, ...
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It needs a handle that can be securely held by the size hand of the user.The blade won't be useful if one can't keep hold well enough. Also since it is small it will be easier to cut with it if it is very sharp.That way less leverage is required.
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