First Auto Knife

[Bozz10mm]

I'm thinking about acquiring my first automatic knife, possibly for EDC. I came across this one. Boker Kalashnikov Automatic Knife Limited Edition (3.25" Black Plain) 01KALS75 - Blade HQ

The blade style is described as a dagger, but it is only sharpened on one side. Is this technically a dagger, and would it be illegal to carry here in Texas? I would order the drop point, but they are OOS.

 

[rsayloriii]

I think you'll be fine. As you stated, it's only sharpened on one edge.

I've got the same knife with a tanto blade. I'd buy it again.

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[Mikewood]

Looks like a nice knife and should be worth every penny. Good luck. Yes it's legal to carry.

 

[AustinN4]

I'm thinking about acquiring my first automatic knife, possibly for EDC. I came across this one. Boker Kalashnikov Automatic Knife Limited Edition (3.25" Black Plain) 01KALS75 - Blade HQ

Shipping included, BladePlay.com will cost a bit less.

 

[Bozz10mm]

Shipping included, BladePlay.com will cost a bit less.

Thanks! It is a couple bucks cheaper that way.

 

[AustinN4]

Glad I could help. BladePlay was recommended to me by other members here, so thanks to them also. I have one in the mail from BladePlay that will be here Monday. I went with the 74 with gray grip.

 

[Shuutr]

I got one when the law changed. It's okay. I rarely carry it but it's worth the price.

 

[AustinN4]

I got one when the law changed. It's okay. I rarely carry it but it's worth the price.

It would have to be pretty bad not to be worth the $30 price!

 

[Big Jim P]

So automatic knives are now legal?

 

[dreyes89]

So automatic knives are now legal?

As of Sept 1st, 2013, autos are legal in Texas. Still have to follow length rule, no daggers, and balisongs are also legal.

 

[Big Jim P]

As of Sept 1st, 2013, autos are legal in Texas. Still have to follow length rule, no daggers, and balisongs are also legal.

Interesting. I will need to see what qualifies as a dagger and see what length is legal.

 

[dreyes89]

Interesting. I will need to see what qualifies as a dagger and see what length is legal.

A dagger is a double edged knife, and legal length is 5 1/2 inches to carry(fixed or folding). Some local city ordinances have different lengths though. For example San Antonio has locking blades has to be under 3 inches or so, I believe. Are you still in N.Y., or have you moved down to Texas already?

 

[rsayloriii]

A dagger is a double edged knife, and legal length is 5 1/2 inches to carry(fixed or folding). Some local city ordinances have different lengths though. For example San Antonio has locking blades has to be under 3 inches or so, I believe. Are you still in N.Y., or have you moved down to Texas already?

I've always heard it as NO locking blades in SA. Not enforceable, but still on the books.

 

[dreyes89]

I've always heard it as NO locking blades in SA. Not enforceable, but still on the books.

Dang wth! I just looked up the city ordinance on that, that's crazy!

I looked up Corpus and I saw that has the 3 inch limit on folders.

 

[Big Jim P]

A dagger is a double edged knife, and legal length is 5 1/2 inches to carry(fixed or folding). Some local city ordinances have different lengths though. For example San Antonio has locking blades has to be under 3 inches or so, I believe. Are you still in N.Y., or have you moved down to Texas already?

Thanks.

I am still in New York. I will be for the next 13 months barring any windfalls or my tolerance for bullshit reaching its end.

 

[franzas]

Texas' knife laws are retarded.

Can I carry concealed a 3.25" fixed blade in SA?

 

[dreyes89]

Texas' knife laws are retarded.

Can I carry concealed a 3.25" fixed blade in SA?

Sec. 21-17. Certain knives prohibited generally; exceptions; penalty for violation.

It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally or knowingly carry on or about his person a knife with a blade less than five and one-half (5 1/2) inches in length, which knife is equipped with a lock mechanism so that upon opening, it becomes a fixed blade knife.The above prohibition set forth in subsection (a) shall not be applicable to a person carrying such a knife:In the actual discharge of his duties as a peace officer, a member of the armed forces or national guard, or a guard employed by a penal institution;On his own premises or premises under his control;Engaged in lawful hunting, fishing or other lawful sporting activity; orUsing such a knife in connection with a lawful occupation, during such utilization.

 

[franzas]

Sec. 21-17. Certain knives prohibited generally; exceptions; penalty for violation.

It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally or knowingly carry on or about his person a knife with a blade less than five and one-half (5 1/2) inches in length, which knife is equipped with a lock mechanism so that upon opening, it becomes a fixed blade knife.The above prohibition set forth in subsection (a) shall not be applicable to a person carrying such a knife:In the actual discharge of his duties as a peace officer, a member of the armed forces or national guard, or a guard employed by a penal institution;On his own premises or premises under his control;Engaged in lawful hunting, fishing or other lawful sporting activity; orUsing such a knife in connection with a lawful occupation, during such utilization.

Right, but I understand that certain jurisdictions have additional laws. Is Bexar/SA one of them?

 

[dreyes89]

Right, but I understand that certain jurisdictions have additional laws. Is Bexar/SA one of them?

That's the S.A. knife law, it states that it is unlawful to carry a knife with a locking mechanism with blade less than 5 1/2 inches, where as Texas law is no more than 5 1/2 inches.

 

[franzas]

That's the S.A. knife law, it states that it is unlawful to carry a knife with a locking mechanism with blade less than 5 1/2 inches, where as Texas law is no more than 5 1/2 inches.

My bad. I thought it was the State law

Thanks