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Checked 2026-10-26 · medium confidence

EDC knives with no carry restriction found in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has no statewide blade-length, lock or opening-type limit; automatic knives were removed from the offensive-weapons definition in 2022. Intent to use a weapon criminally, schools, and court facilities are the main limits. There is no knife preemption, and Philadelphia's ordinance bans cutting weapons on streets (enforcement reportedly halted by a 2023 settlement).

This is a filter, not a ranking. We have not tested these knives, and “no restriction found” is not a promise that carrying is legal. Transport rules, local bans and events still apply. Read the full Pennsylvania page first.

34 that the law does not single out

  • Buck 110 Folding Hunter

    blade 95.3 mm (3.75 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Leatherman Arc

    blade 70.1 mm (2.76 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Benchmade Bugout

    blade 82.3 mm (3.24 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Victorinox Cadet (Alox)

    blade 64 mm (2.52 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Victorinox Classic SD

    blade 40 mm (1.57 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Victorinox Climber

    blade 67 mm (2.64 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Morakniv Companion (stainless, Hi-Vis Orange shown)

    blade 104 mm (4.09 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Spyderco Delica 4 (Lightweight)

    65 mm cutting edge (2.56 in)

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Gerber Dime

    blade 38.1 mm (1.50 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • CIVIVI Elementum

    blade 75.2 mm (2.96 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Nagao Kanekoma Higonokami SK (Niwaki-sold Kanekoma)

    blade 71 mm (2.80 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Victorinox Huntsman

    blade 67 mm (2.64 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • ESEE Izula-II

    blade 66.8 mm (2.63 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Spyderco Ladybug 3

    43 mm cutting edge (1.69 in)

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Kershaw Leek

    blade 76.2 mm (3.00 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Leatherman Micra

    blade 40.6 mm (1.60 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Benchmade Mini Bugout

    blade 71.6 mm (2.82 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • W.R. Case & Sons Mini Trapper

    blade 69.9 mm (2.75 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Opinel No.07 Stainless Steel

    blade 80 mm (3.15 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Opinel No.08 Stainless Steel

    blade 85 mm (3.35 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Spyderco Para 3

    67 mm cutting edge (2.64 in)

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Gerber Paraframe I (stainless, plain edge)

    blade 76.5 mm (3.01 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Ontario Knife Company RAT Model 1 (RAT I)

    blade 88.9 mm (3.50 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Spyderco Roadie

    44 mm cutting edge (1.73 in)

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Leatherman Skeletool CX

    blade 66 mm (2.60 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Victorinox Spartan

    blade 67 mm (2.64 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Spyderco Squeak

    44 mm cutting edge (1.73 in)

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • CRKT Squid (Thumbstud)

    blade 54.76 mm (2.16 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • CRKT Squid Assisted

    blade 60.2 mm (2.37 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Leatherman Squirt PS4

    blade 40.6 mm (1.60 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Victorinox Swiss Card Classic

    blade length not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X

    blade length not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • W.R. Case & Sons Trapper

    76.2 mm cutting edge (3.00 in)

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.

  • Leatherman Wave Plus

    blade 74.2 mm (2.92 in); cutting edge not published

    Since Act 119 of 2022 the offensive-weapons definition no longer lists knives, so no statewide opening-type ban. Carrying with intent to use criminally (s.907) and brandishing remain offences. Philadelphia and school/court rules still apply.