Texas Automatic Knives — Every Type, All Legal
Switchblades, OTFs, spring-assisted, and stilettos. All legal to own and carry in Texas since 2017.
What Are Automatic Knives?
An automatic knife is any knife that opens with a mechanical mechanism — a button, switch, or lever — rather than manual force. The term covers several distinct types, each with a different mechanism, feel, and purpose.
Not sure which type is right for you? Read on.
Types of Automatic Knives
OTF (Out-the-Front)
Blade deploys straight out from the top of the handle via a thumb slide. Available in single-action (spring open, manual close) and dual-action (spring open and close).
Best for: EDC, tactical, one-handed use
Shop OTF KnivesSwitchblade (Side-Opening)
Blade swings out from the side of the handle when a button or lever is pressed. The classic "switchblade" — fast, reliable, iconic.
Best for: Traditional carry, collectors
Shop SwitchbladesSpring-Assisted
Starts opening manually — then a spring takes over and snaps the blade into the locked position. Not fully automatic, but fast.
Best for: Legal everywhere, fast deploy
Shop Assisted KnivesAll Legal in Texas
Texas House Bill 1935 (2017) removed nearly all knife restrictions. Switchblades, OTFs, stilettos, and spring-assisted knives are all legal to own, carry openly or concealed, with no blade length limits for adults 18+.
Location restrictions apply to knives with blades over 5.5" in schools, courts, polling places, and secured airport areas.
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Fast shipping from our Richardson, TX warehouse.
Every Type in Stock
OTFs, switchblades, stilettos, assisted — all in one place.
Tested Before Shipping
Every automatic knife is tested for reliable deployment.
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