{"product_id":"folding-knives-thomas-laible-9780764369292","title":"Folding Knives: The Complete Guide to Modern Pocketknives","description":"The traditional pocketknife has changed immensely over the last few decades. New technologies and production methods have led to the development of new designs and shapes. This book gives a complete overview of modern pocketknives--both practical and tactical versions--and answers many questions, including\u003cp\u003e - How are modern pocketknives constructed?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - How do the different locks work?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - When makes a blade cut well--and what doesn't?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - What are the advantages and disadvantages of different handle materials?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - How do different opening mechanisms work?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e - What are the advantages and disadvantages of various clips?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e There is a chapter devoted to safely using your folding knives and a special section on the legal ramifications of carrying and using pocketknives in different areas of the world. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e For every current or aspiring knife collector--or anyone with an appreciation of the artistry of modern folding knives--this book contains everything you'll ever want to know.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Thomas Laible\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0764369296\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780764369292\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Schiffer Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/28\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 240\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.10lbs\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thomas Laible","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":46526430675199,"sku":"9780764369292","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_e239a047-1a59-4e2c-8b0d-b7198745e2e7.jpg?v=1737556162","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/folding-knives-thomas-laible-9780764369292","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}