San Diego boasts of a warm climate, the most perfect weather, 70 miles of exquisite and pristine beaches, and a picturesque backdrop featuring mountains with sky-high peaks. This gorgeous city is considered an official botanical garden as well as being home to exciting events and locations like Comic-Con International, the renowned San Diego Zoo, and even a tourist magnet called Seaworld. With the plethora of places to visit, new cuisines to explore, and fun activities to indulge in, it is no surprise that San Diego attracts a variety of people

If you ever find yourself in San Diego, it is best to prepare for whatever your daily experience in the city may throw at you. To remain prepared, you need to add a trusty knife to your inventory of necessary tools. So, whether you need to cut into a package, open a can of food while camping in the wild, or slice into fruit in the comfort of your home, you have a knife you can trust to get the job done. 

In this guide, we explore five of the top knives to invest in while you experience and explore San Diego. 

5. The Galah EDC Pocket Knife

‘Pretty’ is an understatement when it comes to Koi’s Galah knife that is designed to mirror the aesthetics of the equally gorgeous galah bird. With its appealing handles, immaculate design, and durable steel blade, it is evident why the Galah EDC pocket knife is one of our top choices for you. 

The Galah EDC pocket knife grabs attention with its startling pink color mixed with equally beautiful shades of white and grey. Its blade is designed from durable 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel blade in an intricate design that ensures durability, longevity, and safety during handling. 

The pocket knife’s handle is crafted from grey and white G10 with pink resin to ensure it is both sturdy and lightweight. The handle is crafted in an ergonomic design to ensure easy and comfortable handling. The Galah EDC pocket knife boasts a 95.8mm (3.77") blade that unfolds to an impressive 207.2mm (8.14") in total, folding neatly to a compact 110mm (4.33"). With a blade thickness of just 2.5mm (0.09"), the pocket knife weighs a mere 115g (4.05oz). Whether you’re a surfer, entrepreneur, or photographer seeking a lightweight knife suitable for different lifestyles and various cutting tasks, the Galah EDC knife is perfect for you. 

Blade Length: 95.8mm (3.77")
Overall Length: 207.2mm (8.14")
Folded Length: 110mm (4.33")
Blade Thickness: 2.5mm (0.09")
Weight: 115g (4.05oz)

Blade Steel: 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel
Blade Type: Drop Point
Scale Material: Grey and White G10 and pink resin
Blade Hardness: 58HRC

4. The Wedge Tailed Eagle EDC Pocket Knife

Next up is the Wedge Tailed Eagle EDC pocket knife, a beautiful yellow-and-brown themed knife designed in Australia’s beloved wedge tailed eagle bird’s image. This pocket knife possesses detailing that ensures the bird’s properties can be grasped even at a glance.

The Wedge Tailed Eagle EDC pocket knife’s coloration mimics that of the bird’s. Its blade shape is reminiscent of a bird’s beak and even the screw placement looks like a bird’s eye. Beyond aesthetics, this pocket knife is built for longevity, durability, functionality, and easy carry. The Wedge Tailed Eagle EDC pocket knife is a compact 118mm when folded, ensure you can take your knife wherever you want to go as you explore the city. 

Blade Length: 87mm 

Overall Length: 206mm 

Folded Length: 118mm 

Blade Thickness: 2.5mm 

Weight: 129g

3. The Magpie EDC Pocket Knife

Magpies are stunning birds distinguished by their distinctive black-and-white plumes and awe-inspiring calls. Like the bird, the Magpie EDC pocket knife is a true beauty to behold. However, beauty isn’t the only thing this pocket knife offers; functionality is a constant theme in all Koi knives and this pocket knife is no different. 

The Magpie knife boasts a handle crafted from dark ebony timber and white pearl resin that radiates warmth and natural beauty while offering durability. This material composition is an interesting choice that not only contributes to the knife’s light weight but also offers longevity over prolonged use. The knife’s blade is made from 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel honed to a sharp edge to ensure users can effortlessly tackle various cutting tasks with ease.

The Magpie EDC pocket knife is compact with an overall length of 206mm (8.11" inch) and a folded length of 118mm (4.64" inch). Despite its small size, this pocket knife is built to pack a punch utility-wise. 

Blade Length: 75mm (2.95" inch)

Overall Length: 180mm (8.11" inch)

Folded Length: 105mm (4.13" inch)

Blade Thickness: 2.5mm (.09" inch)

Weight: 129g (4.55 oz)

Blade Steel: 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel

Blade Type: Drop Point

Scale Material: Dark Ebony Wood & White Resin

Blade Hardness: 58 HRC

Clip Material: CK1055 Spring Steel (Heat treated to 44 HRC)

Hardware: Black Passivated screws & Clip

Blade Grind: Triple Bevel & finger grip slots

Blade Grind: 50/50

Pivot assembly: Caged Ceramic ball bearing washer

Opener: Top Flipper Tab

Lock Type: Liner Lock

2. The Glossy Black Cockatoo EDC Pocket Knife

The Glossy Black Cockatoo EDC pocket knife is a sleek tool crafted in a red-and-black color scheme to match the bird behind its inspiration. The glossy black cockatoo is a rare gem and this pocket knife follows in its muse’s footsteps.

The Glossy Black Cockatoo EDC pocket knife seamlessly fuses style and functionality, birthing a masterpiece that not only looks good but works perfectly. This is thanks to the creativity behind its design, the choice of durable materials, and, of course, Koi Knives’ expert craftsmanship and attention to detail. 

The color of the Glossy Black Cockatoo’s handle is achieved using a distinctive handle composition of resin, wood, and G10. The handle is crafted for durability and aesthetic appeal in an ergonomic design that ensures the knife molds perfectly to the palm during use. Its blade, precisely constructed from tough 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel, can handle a wide range of cutting applications thrown at it. The Glossy Black Cockatoo is a masterpiece created to adapt easily to a diverse range of lifestyles, from surfing to photography and everything in between.

Blade Length: 95.8mm (3.77")
Overall Length: 207.2mm (8.14")
Folded Length: 110mm (4.33")
Blade Thickness: 2.5mm (0.09")
Weight: 115g (4.05oz)

Blade Steel: 14C28N Sandvik Swedish Steel
Blade Type: Drop Point
Scale Material: Black G10, Red Resin, and Ebony wood
Blade Hardness: 58HRC

1. The Crow EDC Pocket Knife

The Crow EDC pocket knife is an impressive tool with an overall length of 207mm (8.14 inches). However, despite its substantial size, this knife folds into a portable length of 120mm (4.72 inches) and a total weight of 166g (5.85 oz), ensuring it can be easily carried around in a pocket wherever you go in San Diego. 

The Crow EDC pocket knife has an 86.2mm (3.39 inches) blade forged from Sandvik 14C28N Steel blade to ensure sharpness and longevity. This blade honed to precision is 2.5mm (.09 inches) thick, a feature that ensures this knife can handle a majority of applications. So, whether you need to cut, slice, carve, or dig, the Crow EDC pocket knife can handle it all. 

Blade Length: 86.2mm (3.39" inch)

Overall Length: 207mm (8.14" inch)

Folded Length: 120mm (4.72" inch)

Blade Thickness: 2.5mm (.09" inch)

Weight: 166g (5.85 oz)

Picking The Perfect Pocket Knife In San Diego

Although you may find a vast catalogue of pocket knife options in San Diego, none offer the unique fusion of style and utility that Koi Knives does. With Koi Knives’ bird-inspired pocket knives, you enjoy both a pocket knife that looks good and can easily solve your cutting needs. With our list of top knives to select from, you have a wide range of styles you can choose from while not compromising on quality, durability, and, of course, functionality.