Klein Tools 44220 Pocket Knife, Black, Drop Point Blade

No. The 44220 is not insulated and Klein warns against using it on or near live circuits. The handle is anodized aluminum, which is conductive. For any work where the conductor may be energized, de-energize and verify first, or use an insulated-handle cable or lineman's knife rated for the task.

Closed it measures 4.703 inches, opens to 8.203 inches overall, with a 3.5 inch blade. It weighs 0.313 lbs. The deep pocket, low carry clip drops the knife fully into the pocket so only the clip shows.

Blade length limits and locking-blade rules vary by state and city, and the 44220 carries a 3.5 inch blade with a liner lock. Klein's own instruction is to check local law on selling, carrying, or possessing the knife. Crews working across jurisdictions often standardize on a shorter blade for that reason.

Yes. Dual thumb studs make it ambidextrous for one-handed opening, and a liner lock holds the blade open once deployed. There is also a lanyard hole so the knife can be tethered when working off a ladder or in a lift.

A drop point like the 44220 has a strong tip and a long curved belly, so it handles general cutting, scoring jacket, and opening boxes well. For skinning long runs of jacket, many electricians prefer a hawkbill or sheepsfoot shape because the curved or blunt edge pulls through insulation without digging into the conductor. The 44220 is the general-purpose carry choice rather than a dedicated cable skinner.

The 44220 uses 440A stainless, which Klein specifies for edge retention and ease of sharpening. In practice that means you can touch it up on a pocket stone rather than needing diamond abrasives, and the stainless composition plus the black coating resists the corrosion you get from sweat and damp conditions. The anodized aluminum handle resists corrosion as well.

The handle is black anodized aluminum with a rubber finger grip insert for comfort over long use. Aluminum alone would be slick, so the rubber section is what gives you purchase with damp or gloved hands.

Order Klein Tools 44220. That is the single model, black handle with a black fine-edge drop point blade, and there are no size or finish variations to specify.