# Modern Quick-Deploy Switchblades Tekto Gear Built the Amber Knife, a Switchblade for Everyday Use By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-03-06 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekto-gear References: [gearpatrol](https://gearpatrol.com/2018/03/02/sponsored-tekto-gear-amber-knife/) & [tektogear](https://www.tektogear.com/collections/frontpage/products/amber) Outdoors company [Tekto Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekto-f1-alpha-knife) created the new Amber pocket knife, a switchblade that was made for everyday use. With a 3.8-inch chrome steel blade, the knife works with a quick, automatic mechanism that is activated by a dual action switch on the side. By using a double-edge blade, the knife is able to stand up to any cutting task from camping, to office work. The Amber knife has a durable and unique [wood handle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/damascus) that holds a glass breaker, and a clip to attach the knife to pants or a wallet. Available in a dark red or black color, Tekto Gear's Amber pocket knife is a discrete and easy to use product that is highly functional and aesthetically pleasing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 45% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Quick-deploy Knives:** Entrepreneurs and manufacturers can capitalize on this trend by innovating and developing newer and more efficient ways to deploy knives. - **Dual Action Switch Mechanisms:** Businesses can embrace this trend by incorporating dual action switch mechanisms into other products and utensils such as scissors, pliers, and hammers. - **Multi-purpose Knives:** This trend presents an opportunity for manufacturers to create knives with multi-purpose functionality, such as added tools or unique designs. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Gear:** Outdoor gear companies can embrace this trend by innovating and developing newer, more versatile and efficient knives for outdoor enthusiasts. - **Office Supplies:** Office supplies manufacturers can capitalize on this trend by incorporating multi-functional knives that can be used for cutting different materials, as well as opening boxes and letters. - **Fashion Accessories:** This trend presents an opportunity for fashion accessory manufacturers to create knives that serve as both functional and stylish accessories, such as incorporating them into jewelry or keychains. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Army-Grade Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekto-f1-alpha-knife.md) - [Miniature Automatic Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a2-badger.md) - [Foldable Tactical Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f2-bravo.md) - [Multifunctional EDC Tactical Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a7-zastava.md) - [Handsome Tactical Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekto-f2-bravo.md) - [Portable Compact Pocket Blades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a5-spry-mini.md) - [Sleek Tactical Foldable Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/f2-bravo-tactical.md) - [Upgraded Folding Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekto.md) - [Compact Tactical OTF Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a5-spry.md)