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Can I bring my knife bag to travel?

In general, you are prohibited from traveling with sharp objects in your carry-on baggage; please pack these items in your checked baggage.



Yes, you can travel with a professional knife bag, but it is strictly prohibited in carry-on luggage for all commercial flights. If you are a chef or an enthusiast, your knife roll must be packed within your checked baggage. To ensure safety and prevent damage in 2026, experts recommend using individual blade guards or "saya" covers for every knife, then securing the roll inside a hard-sided suitcase to protect the delicate tips from being crushed by other luggage. It is also a "pro-tip" to include a note inside the bag for security inspectors identifying the contents as "professional culinary tools." If you are traveling internationally, be sure to research the specific knife laws of your destination, as certain blade lengths or locking mechanisms (like butterfly knives or large cleavers) may be restricted or require a permit in countries with strict weapon laws. For domestic car travel, the bag should be kept in the trunk or a locked compartment to stay within "concealed weapon" regulations in many states.

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In general, you are prohibited from traveling with sharp objects in your carry-on bags. Multi-tools (multipurpose tools) with knives of any length are prohibited. Please pack these items in your checked bags. Multi-tools (multipurpose tools) with scissors less than 4 inches may be placed in carry-on bags.

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The bottom line: To play it safe, always fly with your Leatherman in checked baggage. Your Leatherman multi-tool has been by your side through lots of adventures and has helped you save the day. But for your upcoming plane trip, the best thing to do is to plan on putting it inside your checked baggage.

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Due to the size and lack of blade these multitools or swiss army knives may be permitted, but it is important to note that if the multi tool or swiss army knife comes with a blade it will be confiscated.

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Nail clippers, nail-trimming scissors and cuticle cutters are totally fine in your carry-on bag.

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If you accidentally go through security with your pocket knife, you'll likely be given four options: Take the item back and check it in your luggage. Give the item to someone who is seeing you off, if they are still at the airport. Take the item to your car.

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In general, you are prohibited from traveling with sharp objects in your carry-on baggage; please pack these items in your checked baggage.

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