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Why I Carry a Pocket Knife and a Multi-tool Every Day

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 Recently I watched some videos, or portions of them, regarding why one should carry a knife.  My reasons, as with all knife carriers, will differ.  For one thing, I don't use my pocket knife to cut food.  Even if I camped I would probably bring a designated paring knife.  I would feel compelled always having to purify the knife.  Too much hassle.  I also carry simple and very affordable knives.  Just don't see the need for 'super steel' in my day-to-day needs.  Others will, especially those in the trades or in construction and such.  I'm a pastor, which is essentially a white-collar worker with a minimum of outdoor and industrial type needs.   I'm going to list these reasons in a bullet point format for ease of reading.  Primarily I carry a pocket knife to open mail. This is an every day thing. Thus, as an uban edc guy (even though I live in the country) it becomes a primary chore for the knife.  This, I would guess,...