When you want a compact knife that feels crisp, capable, and ready for everyday utility, the Bear & Son Bear Edge Stainless Steel Lockback delivers with no wasted space and no unnecessary fuss. It’s the kind of small carry that disappears in your pocket until you need it, then shows up with a reassuringly solid feel and clean, purposeful cutting performance.
This model features a stainless steel blade that’s built for practical, daily tasks—opening packages, slicing cord, trimming tags, breaking down cardboard, or handling those quick fixes that pop up when you’re on the go. The 1.75" blade length hits a sweet spot: long enough to be genuinely useful, yet compact enough to keep everything tidy and controlled. Add in the taper ground blade, and you get a profile that’s designed to slice efficiently, glide through common materials, and keep the edge working the way you expect from a dependable carry blade.
Opening is fast and familiar thanks to the long pull. It’s a traditional touch that also happens to be practical, giving you an easy grab point to start the blade smoothly. Once open, the lock-back mechanism steps in with the kind of confidence you’ll appreciate. Lock-backs have earned their reputation for a reason—they’re straightforward, secure, and comfortable to use, especially on knives meant to work as hard as they carry. You’ll feel that satisfying engagement when the blade locks in, keeping things stable while you cut.
The all-stainless construction keeps the look clean and the carry slim. Stainless steel handles give it a crisp, modern vibe while also standing up well to everyday wear. It feels sturdy in hand without weighing you down, and at just 1.2 oz., it’s impressively light. That makes it an easy choice when you’re traveling light, heading out for errands, or just want a knife you won’t notice until it’s time to put it to use.
At 2.75" closed and 4.87" open, it’s compact in the best way—small enough to tuck into a coin pocket, organizer, or bag pocket, yet still comfortable to handle for quick cutting tasks. The holes in the handle add a functional edge, improving grip and giving the knife a distinctive, utilitarian character. They also help keep the design airy and lightweight, contributing to the nimble feel that makes this lockback so appealing.
Bear & Son knows how to build knives that balance value, performance, and everyday reliability, and this Bear Edge Stainless Steel Lockback is a great example of that straightforward craftsmanship. It’s minimal, durable, and ready to be the knife you reach for when you don’t want to overthink your gear—just grab, cut, and keep moving.
Find it at the world’s largest knife store, Smoky Mountain Knife Works, and discover why so many knife fans trust the best online knife store for a lineup that covers everything from hardworking basics to refined classics. With its stainless steel blade, long pull, taper ground edge, ventilated handle design, and secure lock-back action, this compact Bear Edge is built to carry easy and work confidently, day after day.