SOG Small Fixed Blade Knife - Instinct Boot Knife, EDC Knife, Neck Knife, 2.3 Inch Full Tang Blade w/ Knife Sheath and Clip, 4in. x 1in. x 8.5in. (NB1012-CP) , Black

I picked up the SOG Instinct Small Fixed Blade Knife to carry as a backup/boot knife, and it’s been impressively solid for the size and price. The blade steel holds an edge well for everyday cutting tasks, and the grippy handle feels secure in hand, even in wet conditions. The compact profile makes it perfect for a boot, pocket, or fixed carry without feeling bulky, and the included sheath is easy to attach and use right out of the box. What really stands out is the build quality — it feels rugged and dependable, just what you’d expect from SOG — and the blade shape balances slicing and piercing tasks nicely. If I had one gripe, it’s that the handle could be just a hint more ergonomic for prolonged use, but for a small fixed blade it’s very comfortable. Overall, this is a great little knife for everyday utility, EDC backup, camping, and outdoor use.

So chances are if you’re looking at this review, you wanted to know if the knife is good or not. I was very skeptical when getting this life because I’ve heard a lot of mixed reviews from people saying that the sheep is so tight you can’t even get the knife out to people saying it’s so loose it just randomly falls out and people talking about how the knife really wasn’t the best and that it came super dull and was hard to get a edge and all different types of stuff overall, it seemed like it really wasn’t the best knife, but I just went ahead and got it because it was returnable. Let me just say this I don’t know if it was just my knife, but mine came almost razor sharp. I gave it a quick touchup and it was slicing through paper like a kitchen knife. And whenever I mean a quick catch-up, I mean going down a sharpening rod no more than three or four times it already came fairly sharp. I just wanted to get a little bit more out of it cause I know I could but overall it’s a good little knife. I mainly started using it for a self-defense knife. I did have a Smith & Wesson dagger, but I noticed that that was a lot more uncomfortable because of the 8 inch total size compared to this 5 inch size overall to really good little knife whether you’re using it for a boot knife for self-defense, knife or a belt knife or even a back up and one thing I like about it too is you don’t have to keep it on your belt. It’s super easy to put in your pocket and it’s so small that it’s pretty discreet whenever you do it to handle doesn’t stick out. Overall worth the money I and recommend for anyone wanting to get a good little knife

Great quality knife. Strong belt clip that is easily adjustable for any position of carry. Sharp blade. Second one I have purchased. I lost the first one after 4 years. And tried other knifes but none as good as this little SOG

Posted below is my husbands review as it is his gift. Retention sheath is a tight fit. I hope over time it will lose some of the tension, but not too much. You can't just draw the knife without the sheath wanting to follow. You definitely have to use counter pressure with your thumb when separating the blade from a new sheath. I purchased it because of the ability to orient the 360 degree sheath. I was searching for a belt knife that would carry horizontally/parallel on my belt rather than vertically. There was nothing misleading about the length of the blade, however now I have it I wish I would have purchased a bit longer blade length. I am having some trouble in adapting my grip to the three finger locations on the handle. With the blade forward protruding from the thumb side of my grip I can position the knife in a stable manner. However in the reverse position with the blade exiting the base palm of my grip my pinky lies across the blade itself. If I lower the handle to fit my pinky in the first notch closest to the blade I have to move my index finger aside to apply downward thumb pressure to guarantee secure pressure. Next time I would consider purchasing a bit longer blade, and if there are grip cutouts I might opt for four instead of three finger locations. After @ a week of use the sheath has reduced the tension and I am pleased with the new draw tension. In regards to the grip I have excepted that the knife is originally designed for a forward thrust held grip (with the blade protruding forward from the thumb). With this in mind the design of the handle fits perfectly in the center of the palm of my, maybe not your, hand when it is drawn from the sheath. I don't have to do any adjustments, its right every time. When you draw the knife with your thumb creating reverse pressure on the sheath, as it draws out the operators thumb rests directly on the friction notches cut into the top of the blade. The rest falls into place. I still would reconsider on my next knife purchase if I really need finger locations on the knife handle.

i needed a knife to begin my EDC at work and everywhere and anywhere, i wanted something small, but quality that was fixed blade, so i can get to it and have it ready to go right away with just one hand. this knife absolutely dose that better than anything else ive ever owned, this is my first fixed blade knife ive bought and i dont think ill ever buy anything else again, the sheath the metal, everything about it is perfect, i need to conceal this while wearing dress pants, a belt dress shoes and a tucked in shirt everyday to work without anyone being alarmed because they see the handle on my belt, so i clip it inside of my right side pocket with the clip rotated one click forward and its PERFECT it hides it JUST out of sight right behind the beginning of my pocket, after watching a few youtube vids on how i should carry a concealed EDC knife and spending a half hours in the mirror trying to find where i wanted to conceal it, for at work the pocket is just the best place, even thought i would have liked it on my belt sideways but it just obvi dose not sit totally flat and flush with my body because obviously its a straight knife and not bent, when im not at work though and inm going to a store it is on my belt because i care less if someone in wawa catches a little glimps of it. the grip feels just so amazing in your hand you just wanna hold it all of the time, but this is a tool for that time you might need it, not a toy to use for any excuse you can find a reason for including dumb stuff. if you carry this at work, KEEP IT CONCEALED AND OR IN YOUR POCKET dont go around showing everyone of your work buddies letting the whole world know what your working with or that your slightly prepared should the need to be ever arise, otherwise you might end up getting yourself in trouble with it, and than you might not be able to carry it there anymore and now your not prepared. after finding where i wanted to conceal it, i practiced my draw and putting it back in the sheath a good few times to get used to the motion and also to break in the sheath a little which didn't really break it in because its still really tight, which is a really good thing to me. this thing isnt going to come out by accident at all, no way no how, nicest knife i have ever owned by a long shot and the price just makes it that much better, not a single regret of purchase here.,

I absolutely loved this fixed blade for EDC. It came very sharp. I replaced the clip for deep pocket carry. I am small with small hands, so this is perfect.

This one seems fine. I like dog knives. Have little, larger. THIS WAS TO REPLACE THE SAME LARGE Model. I was outside wearing it( my neighbor is a police lieutenant), the knife dropped out of its case. I’ve been dealing with knives since a Cub Scout. I’m a senior. Highly embarrassed. The look I got. I tried fixing ( my nephew has same only smaller version ( I have that as well. Know they have a quality issue. The case is riveted. He had similar issue, taped rivets tighter. I tried close gap. It hasn’t worked. This needs to be returned. I gave this 3 star because it’s ok at moment.. When resolution , I’ll increase to 5. I usually use as neck knife. I’ve now seen many better with a pin so it’s not “ dropping out. If anyone notices this issue report it, I’m getting ready to use on belt which defeats purpose, as there are many others brands out there. Up until now, I liked the grip( also have neck karambit, several longer knives. Material is standard like most. Disappointing . So check, I purchased a second, that I’m about to open. I tried a bit of super glue on the old one. Not an optimal solution. Now it’s too tight. I thought I saw cases available, but why do I need to purchase? Look at rivets

Great little knife for edc or for hunting. Fits really well in the hand of either small or fairly big hands. Sheath is fantastic. Nice clip for putting in the pocket and the knife stays secure but doesn't require a ton of force to remove from the sheath.

Excelente

Un petit couteau, très pratique très coupant et facile à aiguiser ! Un SOG garantie à vie

Me agradó mucho el diseño, el tamaño es el correcto para el uso que pienso darle.

Resistente, bien construido y bien diseño. La funda también muy funcional, se puede ocultar de la vista perfectamente. La hoja es gruesa y resistente aunque hay que afilar después de un uso prolongado

Le couteau est arrivé avec un manque d'aiguisage assez flagrant. En outre le kydex est de piètre qualité.