Sometimes, you don't have the room or the need for a large survival knife.
The convenience of a smaller knife for everyday carry makes it a great option to have in your arsenal.
Small survival knives are also common to have around as a back up due to the small amount of space they take up. We list 11 small knives in a variety of small sizes.
If you find one you want to know more about, check out the fell review or watch the video review posed with the knife!
1. RSK MK6
Despite the shortcomings, I am still enthusiastic about the RSK Mk6. It feels solid and the thickness inspires confidence. We will see how that translates into real world performance once I am able to get some field time with it.
Find the full review here.
RSK MK6 Video Review
2. Folts Minimalist Bowie
One very nice feature of the knife is that it is 11″ of solid stainless steel and there are three holes in the handle or tang. This lends the knife to be purposed as a spear for fishing or hunting, something you might have to do in a survival situation.
Find the full review here.
Folts Minimalist Bowie Video Review
3. RSK MK5
It is a simple, lightweight and inexpensive backup knife that would work perfectly well as a cutting tool in an emergency situation. It could be bigger, fancier and finely hand finished, but that would make it totally another knife at a very different price point.
Find the full review here.
RSK MK5 Video Review
4. S.P.E.W. Knife
If you’re looking for an all-purpose utility knife, this probably isn’t the blade you’re looking for (mainly because of the tip). But if you’re looking for a good, low price every day carry defense weapon; I have no problem recommending the S.P.E.W. It easily concealable and is a great little self-defense weapon.
Read the full review here.
S.P.E.W. Knife Video Review
5. Folts Minimalist Wharcliff
The ergonomics are fantastic. It’s a compact blade that fits the hand like nothing else. I’d love to see this in a slightly better steel, like say some 440C, but the 5Cr13MoV is actually holding up really well and for less than $20 shipped to my door, this was really a no brainer.
Check out the full review here.
Minimalist Wharcliffe Video Review
6. Becker BK-13
As an everyday carry knife, it performed admirably. The hollow ground blade held it’s edge very well. I used it to open packages, scrape paint, as a pry bar and to whittle on ash sticks while sitting on the back porch. I carried it as a neck knife most of the time and I’m pleased to say that it’s so light you don’t know it’s there. The knife and sheath barely leave an imprint, even under a T-shirt.
Check out the full review here.
BK 13 Video Review
7. Boker Steel Mariner
This lightweight knife is a perfect size small knife to keep around. It is popular with divers due to it's lightweight handle and nicely functioning sheath.
Boker Steel Mariner Video Review
8. Cold Steel Roach Belly
The Cold Steel interpretation of this knife is a nod to the Black Powder Community, which has continued to appreciate the Roach Belly’s economy, versatility and effectiveness. The Cold Steel Roach Belly retains the profile of the original but incorporates the latest in modern materials for its construction. The hollow ground blade is made of 4116 Krupp Stainless, expertly heat treated to Rc 56-57, and given a fine sharp edge that’s easy to maintain.
Read the full review here.
Cold Steal Roach Belly Video Review
9. Myerco Wharning Folding Knife
Overall the Wharning performed well. Cutting boxes, tape, and wrap well. The tip control was great. Ease of resharpening is excellent. Edge retention isn't great, the grips need to be bit rougher, and jimping for the thumb will have to to be added yourself. For $17, the Wharning is a bargain even with its deficiencies.
Read the full review here.
Wharning Folding Video Review
10. Cold Steel Scimitar Spike
If you're more inclined to the “standard” knife shape then this knife is a good choice. Thinking out of the box, it could be tossed in BOB due to its small size and weight but again, that depends on what you'll use it for. 
Read the full review here.
Cold Steel Scimitar Spike Video Review
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bgz-gBl9yTg
11. Izula II
Overall, great little fixed blade with a bit of a lame sheath, which is very often the case. Why knife companies find it so hard to produce a standard kydex sheath is beyond me. I'm planning on picking up a decent aftermarket kydex sheath, which should resolve the troubles mentioned above. If you're particular about sheaths, I'd plan on getting one too.
Read the full review here.
