[dropcap]S[/dropcap]o glad you asked! I’ve asked myself that question a number of times as I noticed more and more excellent PINK knives from America’s top companies like Spyderco, Ontario Knife Co., Buck, Kershaw, etc. What’s the deal? I asked that question to Ontario Knife’s marketing director Matt recently, and the answer was something I never expected. In fact, before he answered, I offered my own thoughts which I was sure would be the main reason. I said, “oh, I guess it’s for your wife or girlfriend or even daughter perhaps right?”. He looked a bit surprised and stumbled over his words as he said: “well, ah, sure, I guess that would be a good reason too!” It was my turn to be surprised at his response so I was eager to know what was his reason for manufacturing and selling pink-handled pocket knives.
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The “real” reason for pink-handled knives according to my contact (and tour guide) at OKC, was that a growing number of emergency response personnel like paramedics, for example, have a gear bag filled with lots of stuff but virtually nothing in the bag is pink. That makes it easy to spot the pink knife when the need arises for a fast response in an emergency situation. I thought that seemed like a very random and very “secondary” reason for a pink handle, but I suppose it’s as good as any reason (other than the “gift for wife or girlfriend” reason!). I still think most people who buy No products found. are doing it for their “feminine partner” or they are smart girls who realize the usefulness of a good pocket knife!
Overall, not exactly a beefy, tough, heavy knife. The handle feels lighter than just about anything I’ve seen and because of no metal liner in the handle, the blade is a bit wobbly (side to side). It wouldn’t be my choice for any serious outdoor tasks on a campsite or survival scenario that’s for sure! However, that is not to say there are no good qualities to this knife! Read on!
The blade is made of 420 HC steel which is approaching the wear resistance of high carbon and the corrosion-resistance of stainless. It features Buck’s proprietary heat-treat process. That’s the good news! The bad news (well, not super-bad) is that the blade itself looks a bit tarnished and used – even when it’s 100% brand new and unused! The finish looked like it was supposed to be shiny, but somehow oxidized and got a bit darker. Then, somehow a thousand tiny marks that look like mini-scratches are visible on the blade surface as well! After some thought, I think that was not a mistake, but a deliberate result of some finishing or manufacturing process. It’s really not a big deal though – just thought I’d mention it!
It’s also a drop-point blade with a bit of a hollow grind.
The mid-lock back mechanism can release during a backward grip (see video below). Though this is unlikely to happen to most people, it has happened to owners of this knife in the past.
Okay, fine! I can understand if you like the knife but hate the color! If so, you’re in luck! Why? Here is your passport to every color combo you can imagine! Have FUN!
No products found. is an overall decent buy. It’s not my favorite knife, but at its price point, I wouldn’t complain at all! If the price was higher, I’d make a bigger deal of its shortcomings, but with a $25 price tag, I’m happy to get it for my girl or for my car (assuming I don’t already have 3 in my glove box and car door!)
Amazon carries this knife on and off and if you check it out and it’s not available, I might suggest (if you have the budget) to up your game and give a serious gift in this alternative pink knife! It’s the Benchmade Mini Griptilian 556 Pocket Knife or you can check out the Buck Knives 283 Nano Bantam Folding Pocket Knife
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