Clip Point vs Drop Point Blade Type Comparisons

You see, if it were just for the aesthetic value, I would buy myself a pretty knife and place it on my top shelf for occasional awe-filled remarks of admiration, but blades are made to be used. MOSTLY.

Just as there are different strokes for different folks, so are there different blades for different trades. You realize this quickly when you shop for knives as often as I do, as understanding the varying uses of these blade types are key to making an informed buying decision.

In this review, I will help you choose your fighter in the friendly battle of Clip point vs Drop point, the pros and cons for each one, and the one that best suits your needs.

Clip Point vs Drop Point: Top Models Compared

Product	Details
1. Browning Clip Point Knife	Top Clip Point Blade	Product dimensions: 12 x 6.5 x 1.5 inches ; 9.9 ounces Main Blade Length: 3 1/4 Folding lock back Blade material: Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel Handle: Walnut	Check Current Price
2. Benchmade 943 Clip-Point Blade Knife		Product dimensions: 8 x 4 x 2 inches ; 2.88 ounces Weight: 2.44oz. (69.17g) Mechanism: AXIS Blade Steel: CPM-S30V (58-60 HRC) Blade Length: 3.40" (8.64cm) Blade Thickness: 0.115" (2.92mm)	Check Current Price
3. SE Spring Assisted Clip Point Folding Knife		Product dimensions: 4.95 x 1.84 x 0.96 inches Weight: 4.2 ounces Includes safety liner lock and pocket clip Spring-assisted action Full knife length: 7-7/8" Closed Length: 4-5/8”	Check Current Price
4. Schrade SCHF57 6.3in Fixed Blade Knife	Top Drop Point Blade	Product dimensions: 6.3 x 1.57 x 1.57” Weight: 7.8 ounces Full length: 6.3” Blade length: 2.6” Blade type: 65Mn High Carbon S.S Handle: G-10	Check Current Price
5. Benchmade Boost 590 Drop Point Knife		Product dimensions: 6 x 2 x 0.4 inches ; 6.4 ounces Mechanism: AXIS Assist Blade Steel: CPM-S30V Blade Length: 3.70" Blade Thickness: 0.120" Open Length: 8.52"	Check Current Price
6. Gerber Gator Fixed Blade Knife		Weight: 5.4 ounces Full length: 9.5” Blade length: 4.5” Blade type: 440HC SS Sheath material: Ballistic nylon with molded plastic insert Includes lanyard hole	Check Current Price

1. Browning Clip Point Knife

This solid knife has fast become associated with a popular term: Good for all people. It is the quintessential EDC knife, suitable for all-purpose use, recreational or survival tasks. It should have been called a holding knife because its grip, tensile strength, and durability all intertwine powerfully to ensure you use it for a long time.

Bottom Line

The Browning knife is our favorite clip point knife because of its ability to pry, pierce, and puncture for long periods without losing its grip or edge.

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2. Benchmade 943 Clip-Point Blade Knife

The best thing about this blade is how comfortable you are when you use it, a lightweight design par excellence that gives you stellar grip and range while cutting. One of the best EDC knives that Benchmade ever created, this is an extremely sharp-tipped tool that navigates your household and outdoor purposes effortlessly.

Bottom Line

This is one of those knives that look great and work even better, the best combination if you ask me!

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3. SE Spring Assisted Clip Point Folding Knife

Designed to look like something out of a Pirates of the Caribbean movie, this knife will come the handiest in your car for emergencies like breaking a window or cutting a seat belt. I can’t get over the ease of navigating its mechanisms with an assisted opening tab that you can operate with one hand to extend the blade quickly and easily. I call it the handy knife.

Bottom Line

Ideal for all kinds of outdoor adventures, car emergencies, and household use, this is a knife for unending capabilities.

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4. Schrade SCHF57 6.3in Fixed Blade Knife

This is one of the sturdiest knives I’ve ever used, incredible, impressive, and intimidating in every cut. Ideal for everyday carry, steadfast in the security of its thumb rest, and reliable for continuous quality in performance, this fixed blade knife is a secure buy.

Bottom Line

Sharpening its blade every once in a while is a small price to pay for a knife that gives you dependability, security, and performance in one uncompromising body.

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5. Benchmade Boost 590 Drop Point Knife

One of the most crucial qualities in a knife is balance, and the Benchmade Boost 590 knife has this in abundance, including a fast-assist action opening feature that can be navigated with either hand and makes it incredibly accessible. It is a blade for the quick.

Bottom Line

In a combination of balance and blade strength, the Benchmade Boost 590 knife ensures you live life “on the edge.”

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6. Gerber Gator Fixed Blade Knife

Popularly known as the knife with the gator grip, the Gerber Gator remains undefeated in control and tactile design. For a drop point blade, you will be impressed with the sharpness of its blade that closely resembles a surgical tool and the incredible value it gives for your money. It is perfect for long hikes in the woods.

Bottom Line

For further emphasis, this is the gator grip of your dreams.

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Drop Point vs Clip Point Knives: Which Blade Should You Get?

The primary way to determine which blade type to get is to ascertain the purpose. Like I said. Clip point knives are general-purpose knives, whereas drop point knives are more streamlined for hunting and other survival tasks.

If you still need more help deciding which to choose, watch this comprehensive tutorial. And when you do get that knife, here is an extra tip on how you can always ensure it does not lose its edge.

Main Differences Between Clip Point vs Drop Point

The main differences between a clip point vs a drop point blade are:

• The clip point blade features a cut-out of the most forward portion of the blade in a straight or concave line, whereas a drop point blade’s most prominent feature is the convex curve of the blade that curves downwards from the handle through the back of the blade to its tip.
• Clip point knives are for all-purpose use, whereas drop points are usually for hunting and other survival tasks.
• Clip point blades make for sharper and more precise cuts, whereas drop points make for deeper and more thorough
• The clip point’s strength lies in its sharpness, whereas the drop point’s best feature is its broad belly.

A clip point blade is the most popular and traditional blade type, deriving its name from the way the front is shaped as though a part of the blade was clipped off to make it thinner and edgier. This makes for more precise cutting and is majorly used on pocket and fixed blade knives.

While this blade has an extremely sharp tip and is excellent for thorough work, the tip can be disadvantageous as it breaks easily and is therefore not recommended for skinning.

A drop point blade, on the other hand, is a thicker and weightier blade that has “utility” written all over it, and is popularly used on tactical knives. From the handle of the knife to its tip, this blade takes a downward slope, hence the title, “drop point.”

Drop points are perfect for skinning and carving thus your best choice for hunting and butchering escapades. It is what I like to call, “a survival tool,” which really means that if you ever find yourself lost in the wild, a drop point knife is your get-out card.

The expansive breadth of the blade’s “belly” allows for flexible and wholesome cuts, while giving the user better control as well as the ability to withstand abuse.

Final Thoughts

Drop point vs clip point, I don’t know who your “fighter” is but I know that you must never compromise on quality. Here, we have the top three picks for each blade style, all worth your money, time, and effort.

But if I must play favorites, then the Browning is my pick for clip point and the Schrade SCHF57 has my vote out of all the drop point options. If you get one of these blades today, you are sure to thank me later!