The American Blade Works Slipjoint is a modern masterpiece from one of America's most exciting small knife makers. CNC-machined by hand in Weaverville, North Carolina by founder Michael Martin, this American-made slipjoint pocket knife combines precision manufacturing with true artisan craftsmanship. Featuring a CPM MagnaCut blade that's been heat-treated and cryogenically tempered for elite performance, full titanium handle construction with a bold horizontal milling pattern, and phosphor bronze washers for a buttery-smooth action — this is a modern EDC slipjoint that redefines what a non-locking folder can be at this price point. Every component except screws and bearings is made in-house. 100% American made, start to finish.

Performance

• ✓ CPM MagnaCut stainless steel blade — one of the most advanced knife steels on the market, delivering exceptional edge retention, superior corrosion resistance, and outstanding toughness all in one package
• ✓ Heat-treated and cryogenically tempered — a premium process that maximizes the steel's potential for hardness, toughness, and long-term edge stability
• ✓ 3D milled hollow ground blade — precision-machined geometry that reduces weight while maximizing slicing performance and cutting efficiency
• ✓ Phosphor bronze washers on a hardened 416 stainless pivot — smooth, snappy action with a confident half-stop and solid fully-open position
• ✓ Lightweight full titanium handle with a distinctive horizontal milling pattern — aggressive enough to look modern and tactical, refined enough to carry anywhere

Specifications

• — Overall length: 5.562"
• — Closed length: 3.312"
• — Blade length: 2.25"
• — Blade thickness: 0.125"
• — Blade steel: CPM MagnaCut stainless steel
• — Blade finish: Stonewash
• — Lock type: Slipjoint (non-locking)
• — Handle material: Machined titanium — horizontal milling pattern
• — Weight: 2.36 oz

Features

• ✓ Horizontal milling pattern titanium scales — a bold, modern aesthetic with added grip and a look that sets it apart from the crowd
• ✓ Phosphor bronze washers with hardened 416 stainless pivot and pivot screw — built to last and smooth from day one
• ✓ Thumb groove deployment — clean, snappy one-hand opening with no need for studs or flippers
• ✓ Slipjoint (non-locking) — legal to carry in more places than a locking folder, making it the perfect everyday carry pocket knife for travel, work, and daily life
• ✓ CNC-machined in-house by ABW founder Michael Martin — semi-custom quality at a production-friendly price

Made in the USA — American Blade Works is a family-owned knife manufacturer based in Weaverville, North Carolina. Nearly every component is manufactured in-house — this is as American-made as it gets.