# Hidden Pocket Knives German Made Key & Japanese Steel Rule Hide Knife Inside By Katie Cordrey | Published 2009-07-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidden-pocket-knives-key-knife-steel-rule-blade References: [garrettwade](http://www.garrettwade.com/product.asp?pn=02B05.01) This German-made key knife is just a little larger than an ordinary key. It can be carried on a keychain and looks like a key, but it hides a tiny knife blade. The key knife can be purchased singularly for about $25 and in packages of 3 for about $60. Seller Garrett Wade also offers a knife-hiding [folding precision rule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oknife). The exclusive design is manufactured in Japan and sells for about $30. Many people like to have a [pen knife](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tigo-nanomax) on hand for life’s little emergencies. These unique designs are one way to keep a small knife close at hand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Hidden-blade Gadgets:** Opportunities exist for businesses to create other tools or gadgets covertly disguised as everyday objects. - **Miniature Tool Kits:** Businesses can explore creating compact tool kits that can be carried in pockets or on keychains. - **Multi-purpose Tools:** Companies can develop versatile tools that serve more than one function to provide added convenience and space-saving benefits. ### Sectors Adopting This - **EDC Accessories:** The everyday carry market could benefit from expanding their line of discreet, multi-functional tools. - **Outdoor Equipment:** Outdoor brands could explore creating portable and covert tools that cater to survival enthusiasts and hikers. - **Security Products:** Security companies could develop covert tools that can be disguised as everyday objects to enhance personal safety. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Micro Keychain EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinyblade.md) - [Portable Miniature Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuttix.md) - [Micro-Sized EDC Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microblade-pill-xl.md) - [Keychain-Friendly Utility Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palmer-utility-knife.md) - [EDC Keychain Utility Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-keychain-utility-knife.md) - [Diminutive Everyday Task Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rze-hexedge-microblade.md) - [Thumb-Sized Flipper Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berm-keychain-knife.md) - [Posh Pocket-Friendly Steak Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-steak-knife.md) - [Titanium EDC Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mih-bladenex.md)