# Deceptive Utility Blades The Gerber Daily Carry Hook Knife is Shaped Like a Roll of Tape By Meghan Young | Published 2013-04-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerber-daily-carry-hook-knife References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2013/04/02/gerbers-pocket-knife-that-doesnt-look-like-a-knife-at-all) & [gerbergear](http://www.gerbergear.com/Essentials/Knives/Hook-Knife_31-001695) The [Gerber](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadrant-knife) Daily Carry Hook Knife might be mistaken for a roll of tape, but it certainly will take a few seconds for a person to realize that is not the case at all. Instead, it is a deceptive [utility blade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bq-s1-utility) that foregoes the typical long look for something a lot more rounded. But that doesn't mean the blade itself is rounded. The design of the Gerber Daily Carry Hook Knife serves a very handy purpose. Meant to [live on keychains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/z3ro-mini-knife), its rounded feature allows it to be accessed easily and quickly without breaking skin. Since the blade is already exposed, it doesn't require a person to waste any time flipping it open to use. It also has a thumb grip for solid hold that won’t budge. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Deceptive Utility Knives:** Creating utility knives with deceptive designs can increase accessibility and convenience. - **Keychain Tools:** Designing compact, portable tools that can be kept on a keychain can open up a new market for consumers who prioritize convenience. - **Quick-access Blades:** Developing blades that can be accessed quickly without compromising safety can improve overall usage satisfaction for consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hardware:** Hardware companies can innovate by creating a line of deceptive utility knives with unique designs for increased accessibility and convenience. - **Outdoor Gear:** Outdoor gear companies can develop compact keychain tools with various functionalities to appeal to consumers on-the-go. - **Home Improvement:** Companies specializing in home improvement tools can create more efficient and accessible blades to improve user experience and satisfaction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Keychain-Friendly Utility Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palmer-utility-knife.md) - [Micro Keychain EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinyblade.md) - [EDC Foldable Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadrant-knife.md) - [Micro-Sized EDC Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microblade-pill-xl.md) - [Thumb-Sized Flipper Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berm-keychain-knife.md) - [Diminutive Everyday Task Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rze-hexedge-microblade.md) - [Pocket-Ready Multitool Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerber-prybrid.md) - [Ultra-Compact Outdoor Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slidewinder.md) - [Compact Utility Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bq-s1-utility.md)