TN Knife Law Overview  Discussion in 'Knives and Bladed Tools'
started by Jeff, Jul 23, 2012.    1. Jeff      Jeff TOF Admin
Staff Member Administrator      Based on my understanding of
TCA, here is what I gather on TN Knife Law.      Knives <= 4"
are acceptable to carry in public.      Knives > 4" are
acceptable if they are incidental to other activities such as
outdoor recreation (backpacking knives).      Fixed blades and
folding knives are both acceptable.      Switchblade knives are
illegal to carry unless you are qualified law enforcement or
EMS.      Note that knives like the Kershaw Speedsafe are not
considered switchblade knives even though they are spring
assisted since you have to actually press on a portion of the
blade (not a button) to open the blade.   2. Brandon Burroughs
Brandon Burroughs Moderator Staff Member Moderator      I would
love to own a true stiletto switchblade!   3. Jessi      Jessi
Member      So "open assist" knives in general are allowed, so
long as they're under the 4 in