Ozark Trail Slide Lock Folder

An everyday carry folder with a 3.3 inch D2 steel blade, a slide lock for one-handed use and a belt clip for quick access. At $9.97 it delivers solid edge retention for weekend chores without premium knife prices.
How it's built

Features that earn daily carry

The slide lock holds the 3.3 inch D2 blade solid when open, and the injection-molded handle keeps the grip comfortable through longer cuts. A belt clip finishes the carry setup.
Open Ozark Trail folding knife showing the slide lock, orange handle and 3.3 inch D2 blade

Everyday cutting without premium prices

Ozark Trail folding knife with orange handle slicing through paracord on a wooden camp table
Edge that stays useful between trips

The 3.3 inch D2 steel blade holds an edge through repeated cuts, so opening packages, cutting cord or trimming rope at camp does not mean stopping to sharpen first.

One thumb pressing the slide lock on the open Ozark Trail folding knife handle
One hand open and close, every time

The slide lock keeps the blade steady when open and releases it cleanly, so you can deploy the knife and put it away while your other hand holds the material you are cutting.

Ozark Trail folding knife clipped to the edge of a work pants pocket, cropped at the hip
Carry it without thinking about it

A belt clip keeps the folder where you can reach it, so the knife rides on a pocket or work belt through a weekend of tasks instead of sinking to the bottom of a pack.

Adult hand gripping the orange injection-molded handle of the Ozark Trail folding knife
Grip that works with wet or gloved hands

The injection-molded handle is shaped for a secure hold, giving steady control when you press through cardboard, cut line at the campsite or work in damp morning air.

Macro view of the 3.3 inch D2 steel blade edge of the Ozark Trail folding knife
A fair price for genuine D2 steel

Shoppers comparing budget folders often find softer steel at this price. D2 gives this one real edge retention, which is why repeat buyers say they keep coming back for more.

Closed Ozark Trail folding knife resting on a folded trail map beside car keys
Small enough for daily carry

Closed at 7.5 inches overall, the folder stays light in a pocket or on a belt while the 3.3 inch blade covers most everyday cutting without feeling oversized in the hand.

Where it fits

Good matches for this folder

This folder suits people who want a dependable knife without paying specialist prices: commuters, casual campers, weekend fixers and gift buyers outfitting a first kit.

Everyday carry around town

Opening packages, cutting tags and handling small repair jobs all week. The belt clip keeps the folder on your hip, and the 3.3 inch blade covers most routine cuts without drawing attention.

Camp and trail tasks on a budget

Cutting paracord, trimming line, opening food bags or slicing tape at the campsite. At $9.97 you can pack one for the weekend and not worry about losing it on the trail.

A practical gift for new campers

A useful present for someone starting a first kit, moving into a new place or heading out on a first trip. The price makes it easy to give without a large commitment.

Using and caring for it

Open, cut, and put it away right

A little routine keeps this folder ready: open it one handed, cut against a stable surface, wipe the blade dry, then touch up the edge before it dulls. Simple habits protect both the lock and the steel.

Open with one thumb

Push the slide lock and swing the blade out with one hand, keeping your fingers clear of the edge as it locks open.

Cut on stable ground

Rest the material on a table or log and cut away from your body for steadier, safer control of the blade.

Wipe the blade clean

A quick wipe after use removes sap, grit and moisture that slowly dull the edge of the steel.

Dry before storing

Dry the blade and handle fully before you close it, so nothing sits wet in the folded position.

Hone the edge often

Touch the D2 edge up with a simple hone every few uses rather than waiting for it to go fully dull.

Store it closed safely

Keep the folder closed and clipped in a pocket when you move, climb or bend over on the trail.

What owners report

Real use, three months in

Owners describe a knife that stays in regular rotation: a maker who swapped out a pricier folder, a repeat buyer six knives deep, and someone who has carried it weekly for three months without a problem.
I make knives myself, so I know you get what you pay for. I bought five of these orange ones when the store had them, and the D2 steel holds a pretty good edge. I have stopped carrying my more expensive folder and sold others just to keep using this one.
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Ray M.
Knife maker who swapped it into his daily rotation
If you know, you know. This is my sixth one, five orange and now a green, and for ten dollars it is still the best buy out there. D2 is not a premium steel, but it is a workhorse if you know how to hone a blade, and they make great gifts.
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Dana K.
Repeat buyer on his sixth folder
I use this knife multiple times a week and it has been in my pocket for about three months now. It was very inexpensive, the quality is fine for the money, and I have not had a single problem with it. You cannot beat it for value.
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Tom P.
Three months of weekly use, no issues
I keep this folder clipped in my camp chair pocket for weekend trips. The slide lock lets me keep one hand free to hold what I am cutting, and the blade still takes a clean edge after opening packages, cutting rope and trimming line. For under ten dollars I am not gentle with it, and it has held up.
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Jess R.
Weekend camper who keeps it clipped in camp
Before you buy

Questions shoppers ask about this knife

D2 is a tool steel known for holding an edge longer than the softer steels often found at this price. Buyers who know how to hone a blade report good edge retention with regular use, and it still needs occasional touch-ups.
The slide lock holds the blade open and releases it with a simple motion, so you can open and close the folder with one hand while the other stays on your material. Try it a few times before relying on it during a task.
The folder measures 7.5 inches overall with a 3.3 inch blade, and it stays light enough for a pocket or belt. The included clip keeps it in reach through a workday or a weekend trip without weighing you down.
Wipe the blade dry after use, especially if it gets wet, and store the folder closed. A light hone keeps the D2 edge ready, and a quick clean of the handle removes the grit that wears on moving parts over time.
Reviewers who own higher-priced folders say this one earns a spot in rotation because of the price and the steel. At $9.97 it is an easy gift for a camper, a new homeowner or anyone who opens boxes often.
The clip is built for quick, secure carry on a pocket or belt edge, so the knife stays put during everyday movement. Check the tension now and then, and keep the folder closed when you bend or climb.
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