Mushroom knife: why you need it and how to choose the best one

    At first glance, it may seem that any pocket knife is enough to pick mushrooms. However, rest assured: specialized mushroom knives make the process more convenient, neater and easier. The design of a mushroom knife is thought out specifically for a “quiet hunt”. The main difference of a mushroom knife is the special shape of the blade. Unlike a regular folding knife, it is equipped with a rounded blade. It allows you to cut the mushroom as carefully as possible. This is important, because the correct cut helps to preserve the mycelium and ensures a harvest in the future. Many mushroom knives are equipped with a small built-in ruler on the spine of the blade or on the handle. This function raises the most questions. However, the ruler is really useful. With its help, you can immediately measure the diameter of the cap or the height of the stem of the mushroom in the forest to determine whether it is suitable for picking. This is especially important for those mushrooms where the size helps to distinguish edible species from inedible doubles. Another important detail of the mushroom knife design is the brush located at the end of the handle. It is designed to immediately clear the mushroom from forest debris: earth, pine needles, leaves or moss.

    Some mushroom knives are folding. Such models are convenient to carry in a pocket or backpack. However, the folding version also has disadvantages. Forest debris can get clogged in cracks and the mechanism. Therefore, many people prefer a mushroom knife with a fixed blade. As a rule, there are no problems with carrying, since such models are usually equipped with a sheath, including for wearing around the neck. Some manufacturers equip mushroom knives with bright handles so that they are easy to spot on the ground or moss. Unlike universal tourist knives, mushroom knives are lightweight - they do not overload equipment and do not interfere with long walks in the forest. Manufacturers often use wood, aluminum or lightweight composites for the handle so that the knife is light and fits comfortably in the hand.

    So, a mushroom knife is not just a marketing ploy, but a truly practical tool. In our store you can buy the best mushroom knives Opinel, Marttiini and other brands.