Really well done survey of what they are, some legal issues, and recommendations by price point. I would have included a premium (>$120) and ultra premium category as well (>$150)
You’re standing in a gear shop, staring at a wall of folding knives. One catches your eye – it opens fast, feels solid in your hand, and the price tag doesn’t make you wince. But you’re wondering: Is this legal to carry? Will it actually hold up to daily use? And how does it compare to the manual folder next to it?
Based on our analysis of assisted opening knife reviews from Knife Informer, Blade Reviews, and state-by-state knife law resources collected in October 2026, we’ve built this guide to answer exactly those questions. Spring assisted folding knives occupy a unique legal and practical space in the EDC world – they’re faster than manual folders, legal under federal law, and increasingly popular among everyday carry enthusiasts who want one-hand deployment without the legal complexity of automatics.
Read the whole thing at Blog.Knife-Depot.com