The Shelter Institute Pocket Knife combines classic pocket knife utility with refined materials in a compact package that fits comfortably in any pocket while remaining genuinely useful for daily tasks. This traditionally styled folder features a stainless steel blade paired with rosewood handles accented by stainless steel bolsters, all bearing the engraved Shelter Institute logo and name.
Key Features:
- Rosewood handle with engraved logo
- Stainless steel blade for corrosion resistance
- Stainless steel bolsters and accents
- Compact 3-inch folded length
- Traditional slip-joint design
- Shelter Institute branding
- Pocket-friendly proportions
- Classic folder styling
Specifications:
- Folded length: 3 inches
- Blade length: 1¹³⁄₁₆ inches
- Open length: 5 inches
- Blade material: Stainless steel
- Handle material: Rosewood
- Bolster material: Stainless steel
- Lock type: Traditional slip-joint
Ideal for:
- Shelter Institute alumni and supporters
- EDC (everyday carry) enthusiasts
- Traditional knife collectors
- Gift giving to builders and craftspeople
- Light utility tasks
- Letter opening and package cutting
- General pocket carry
- Commemorative collections
Benefits:
- Compact size disappears in pocket
- Stainless steel resists rust and staining
- Rosewood provides warm, classic appearance
- Engraved branding adds collectible value
- Useful blade length despite small size
- Traditional design proven over generations
- Quality materials ensure longevity
- Perfect size for keychain or pocket carry
Perfectly Proportioned Utility: At just 3 inches folded, this knife achieves the ideal balance between portability and functionality. The 1¹³⁄₁₆-inch blade provides enough cutting edge for genuine utility—opening packages, cutting cord, trimming small materials, or handling the dozen small cutting tasks that arise daily. When opened to its full 5-inch length, the knife offers comfortable grip and control despite its compact dimensions. The stainless steel blade resists the corrosion that pocket carry inevitably brings from moisture, sweat, and varying conditions, maintaining its edge and appearance with minimal care. The traditional slip-joint design keeps the profile slim and snag-free while providing reliable blade retention during use.
Heritage and Craftsmanship: The rosewood handles elevate this knife beyond basic utility, providing the warmth and character that synthetic materials cannot match. Rosewood's natural oils resist moisture while developing a beautiful patina over time, making each knife unique to its owner. The stainless steel bolsters add durability at the pivot point while creating an attractive frame for the Shelter Institute engraving. This branding transforms the knife from simple tool to commemorative piece, connecting owners to the Shelter Institute's tradition of hands-on building education and craftsmanship. Whether carried daily as a practical tool, displayed as a memento of building education, or given as a meaningful gift to fellow craftspeople, this pocket knife embodies the intersection of utility and tradition that quality hand tools represent.