# Stylish Reversible Pocket Knives Gerber's Empower Automatic Knife is Sleek and Powerful By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-07-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/empower-automatic References: [gearmoose](https://gearmoose.com/gerber-empower-automatic-knife/) & [gerbergear](https://www.gerbergear.com/Collections/Empower) Known for creating products that offer years of unbeatable and reliable utility, [Gerber's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadrant-knife) new Empower Automatic Knife follows the brand's popular design features while bringing forward the first knife that resembles military-grade functionality. The [minimalist styling and sleek design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victorinox-special-companion-damast-knife-2025) appeal to all [pocket knife fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oknife) by embodying a solidly attractive shape and unbeatable usage. The 3.25-inch blade is made from black oxide-coated steel, placed inside an anodized aluminum handle that features unique handle scales for grip and style. The most pronounced feature of the new knife is the automatic open, utilizing a safety slide and plunge lock to keep any user safe. With a reversible clip, the Empower Automatic Knife from Gerber lets the tool be angled for maximum usability. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Reversible Pocket Knives:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in creating pocket knives with reversible clips for maximum usability. - **Military-grade Functionality:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in designing knives that resemble military-grade functionality. - **Sleek and Stylish Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in creating pocket knives with minimalist styling and sleek designs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Outdoor Gear:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the outdoor gear industry by creating stylish and functional pocket knives. - **E-commerce:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the e-commerce industry by offering innovative pocket knives with unique features. - **Personal Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the personal accessories industry by introducing fashionable and practical pocket knives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [EDC Foldable Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadrant-knife.md) - [Intuitive Safety Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leatherman-blazer.md) - [Compact Titanium Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g9-knife.md) - [Handy All-Metal Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allmetal-pocket-knife.md) - [Miniature Automatic Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a2-badger.md) - [Dynamic Movement Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craighill-sidewinder-knife.md) - [Art Deco-Inspired Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kershaw-noventa-knife.md) - [Poshly Designed Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-x-pco-slipjoint-microblade-knife.md) - [Sleek Tactical Foldable Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f2-bravo-tactical.md)