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KNIFE LAWS?

I'm curious if anyone knows what the maximum length of a fixed blade hunting knife is in FL when worn openly in the field? Again, would this measurment be based on cutting edge or as measured (probably) from the hilt or bolster?

Never really gave it much thought before, but there's so many laws out there today, you never know when you're in violation?

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Permalink Reply by Steve Hanner on June 22, 2011 at 16:11

Kent, here is a link to a previous discussion posted by iKC's own Glenn K: http://www.iknifecollector.com/forum/topics/know-your-local-state-c...

He lives in Florida too.

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Permalink Reply by Jan Carter on June 22, 2011 at 17:19

Wow,

Guys.. thanks because I carry small and in my pocketbook I never check these out but I should

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Permalink Reply by KENT GABLE on June 22, 2011 at 18:17

Steve & Jan-I replied to Glenn K's posting on FL -"Know Your Laws"-As I stated to him, the definition of an "ordinary pocket knife" seems a bit vague to me? Does one consider a person wearing a Buck 310 Lockback Folding Hunter or similar make, an "ordinary pocket knife"? Or only a folding knife carried in your pocket?

I've seen guys carrying similar folding knives in a sheath, worn openly on their belt? Or are they "illegal"?

God forbid you strap on a hunting knife while out deer hunting in FL unless you have your conceal carry license & keep it hidden.

I think I'm just getting too old & out of step for FL as well as a lot of other places in the "Lower 48"? Too many laws-too many regulations.

I wonder if the term "ordinary pocket knife" has ever been defined by the law?

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Permalink Reply by Dave Cole on July 21, 2011 at 19:26

I have to respectfully disagree, with the conclusions on Fl. law concerning open carry.There is no law against carrying a knife openly no matter how big. 790.053 only refers to firearms and electric devices.I grew up here and have open carried knives for over 40 years, many of my customers and friends are LEO's, and I presently open carry a 5.5" fixed blade.Dave