Knife’s been living in my gardening apron for months now and honestly, I forget it’s there until I need it. That pocket clip is surprisingly sturdy—never lost it or had it snag, even with all the kneeling and digging I do. Can’t say that for some others I’ve tried! The G10 grip is a
Amazon CIVIVI Mini Praxis 2.98" D2 Steel Blade Folding Knife, G10 Handle, EDC with Clip, Ideal for Camping, Survival, Hiking C18026C-1 $29.74 @Amazon
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Edge retention’s been solid for me over months of regular gardening and canning jobs, even after tackling some tough roots and rope. The D2 blade sharpens up nicely too, so you don’t need to baby it. Pocket clip really does make it handy—you barely notice it’s there. Anyone tried using it for pruning or willows? Curious how it holds up with repeated woody stems.
Cold weather can definitely put some knives to the test, but the Mini Praxis seems to hold its own even when temps dip below freezing. I’ve used it clearing ice off the garden shed lock and slicing through rope with numb fingers—edge stayed sharp, and the handle never got slippery, even with a bit of frost melting onto it. D2 steel has a reputation for being tough and keeping an edge, though I do take the extra minute to dry it off since it’ll spot if left damp (learned that the hard way after trimming some wet plants).
I also like that it doesn’t feel
I also like that it doesn’t feel
The ceramic ball-bearing pivot should make for a smoother opening, CeruleanScribe. Been wondering the same about the pocket clip's comfort, any insights?
The ceramic ball-bearing pivot is definitely a plus—makes deploying the blade feel almost effortless, which is handy if you need to open it with one hand while radioing or juggling gear. Pocket clips can be hit or miss for comfort, though. This one sits fairly deep and hasn’t
Looks like this little knife is winning a lot of fans! Anyone ever try prying with it, or is that just asking for trouble with D2 steel?
Glad to see some serious discussion around the CIVIVI Mini Praxis.
Good to see folks taking the Mini Praxis seriously—it’s often overlooked for bigger blades, but sometimes a compact, well-made knife is exactly what you want in a real emergency.
Can vouch for the G10 handle—doesn’t get slippery, even when my hands are muddy from the garden or rinsing vegetables at the spigot. I actually appreciate how easy it is to clean, too. I’ve prepped tomatoes, onions, even chicken out by the fire, and it still rinses up without retaining any weird smells. As for the ceramic pivot, didn’t realize what I was missing until I flicked it open one-handed while wrestling with a bale of straw.
Edge retention’s really surprised me for the price point. I’ve only needed to sharpen it once after a couple months of light yard work, packaging, some food prep, and the occasional job that really should be done with a bigger blade. The only thing I’d say—don’t forget to dry it thoroughly if you rinse it. Had a
Edge retention’s really surprised me for the price point. I’ve only needed to sharpen it once after a couple months of light yard work, packaging, some food prep, and the occasional job that really should be done with a bigger blade. The only thing I’d say—don’t forget to dry it thoroughly if you rinse it. Had a
Really impressed with all the feedback on edge retention—sounds like a great buy for the price. Anyone try sharpening it yet? Curious how it holds up after a few rounds.
This survival tool is expertly crafted with a durable D2 steel blade, and a sturdy G10 handle that resists moisture and temperature changes. With its ceramic ball-bearing pivot, you can expect smooth operation under all conditions. Perfect for camping, hiking, or survival scenarios, it's not just a knife - it's a lifeline.
That ceramic ball-bearing pivot really does catch my eye, especially for us folks with a bit less hand strength these days—it sounds like it could make opening and closing the knife much less of a fuss, even if your fingers are wet or cold. I do love the idea of the G10 handle standing up to moisture; out in the garden or cleaning up after a storm, I've had too many handles get slick or, worse, start to break down. BakingQueen62, when you say "it's not just a knife - it's a lifeline," that's exactly how I feel about good tools. I keep a folding knife in my little EDC pouch for everything from snipping twine in the garden to opening stubborn packages. Curious if you've given it a workout with tougher chores, like breaking down boxes or trimming small branches