How do you carry an "unconcealed" knife?
In Canada we have pretty strict knife laws. They state that knives cannot be concealed (this is usually not a problem for small work knives). This makes me wonder then, in what different ways can you carry a knife that does not count as "concealed"?
Usually I just use the pocket clip on my knife to hold it on the inside of my pocket. The pocket clip shows as well as the top of the knife, but I doubt this counts as "unconcealed". I'm thinking that you might be able to clip it to a belt, but if you wear a jacket it will just cover it up.
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Specifically I carry a 3-inch CRKT M16 EDC knife for work and home purposes (opening boxes, envelopes, clampacks, etc).
As a US citizen I obviously don't have all the knowledge required to answer your question specific to Canadian federal, provincial, and local laws. However, generally speaking there are two "forms of carry": Open, and Concealed.
In the US, some jurisdictions have "open carry" provisions (related to firearms). Some jurisdictions also have "concealed carry (CCW)" provisions.
Generally, "open carry" means just that. The object (knife in your case) is carried in such a manner that it is "open" to public view. In other words, a reasonable person would be able to clearly determine what the object is upon a casual glance at the person carrying it.
I would think that as long as you carry your knife in such a manner that shows enough of the knife for people to be able to see it and determine what it is, you would be okay.
I carry a similar knife as a tool at work and wear it in a holster on my belt. Even with a jacket on, I can simply tuck the jacket into the back of the holster and let the knife be visible.
Hope it helps, maybe a fellow canuck can offer a more precise answer. Best to you.
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