Pocket Knife in Spain ???

[vanagon40]

The knife in question is a small Buck pen knife, two blades, the longer of which is about 2 inches long.

I hope this is not too off-topic, but I candidly admit it is not a RKBA issue. Moderators, feel free to move or delete.

I will be traveling to Spain next week. I would like to pack a pocket knife in my checked luggage and carry the knife in Spain. As stated above, the knife is a small pen knife, not an auto, spring assisted, otf, switchblade, lockblade, butterfly, or any other type of knife that might serve as a weapon. I do not consider the knife as a weapon (hence, the lack of a RKBA issue). I just find the knife really handy and I really miss having the knife when forced to leave it in the car.

Does anyone know if this will be a problem in Spain? If I had the knife confiscated it would not be a big deal, but I would hate to pack the knife if confiscation was virtually inevitable.

 

[9mmforMe]

What about purchasing a new one in Spain? You could also get legal info there as well from the merchant? I have read conflicting info about this topic so I'm sorry for not being that helpful.

 

[pkariher]

Wasn't a problem for me last year. Awesome country, I am sure you will have a good time. Customs just waves you through, plus I doubt they are looking for small pocket knives.

 

[Piraticalbob]

Spain has a thriving knife industry, you'll find pocket knives available pretty much everywhere. From that I'd conclude that you are safe carrying your pen knife.

 

[gkdir]

We were their about 6 months ago. The availability of some "serious" cutlery is every where. Decent prices also. I would advise you to just "buy local" and prior to departure just give it to whomever you are staying with. Eliminates all the "hassle factor".

 

[hso]

You shouldn't have any problem with your Case, but I'd try to get several nice knives from Albacete while there and ship them back home.

 

[vanagon40]

Thanks for the quick feedback and advice.