The CIVIVI Cetos Framelock Folding Knife is a sleek, modern everyday carry piece built for smooth action, dependable materials, and a clean, purpose-driven design. It blends refined styling with practical toughness, giving users a lightweight folder that still feels solid and capable in hand.
The 3.48-inch spear point blade is crafted from 14C28N stainless steel, a proven performer known for its strong corrosion resistance, solid edge retention, and easy maintenance. The spear point profile offers excellent versatility, delivering balanced piercing capability and controlled slicing performance for a wide range of everyday cutting tasks. A black stonewash finish adds a rugged, broken-in appearance while helping conceal wear from regular use.
Deployment is fast and fluid thanks to the blade flipper paired with a caged ceramic ball bearing pivot. The action feels smooth and consistent, allowing the blade to open with minimal effort and lock into place with confidence. Once deployed, the framelock mechanism provides secure blade lockup, ensuring stability during use while maintaining a streamlined overall design.
The handle combines two distinct materials for both performance and visual contrast. The front scale is crafted from coarse Micarta, offering a warm, textured grip that improves control and feels natural in hand. The rear handle is made from black coated stainless steel, adding strength and structural rigidity while reinforcing the knife’s modern, tactical aesthetic. Together, they create a balanced feel that’s both durable and comfortable for extended carry and use. A stainless steel ambidextrous pocket clip rounds out the design, supporting flexible carry options for both left- and right-handed users.
At 4.51 inches closed and weighing just 3.9 ounces, the Cetos carries light and discreetly while still offering enough presence to handle real cutting tasks with ease. It fits comfortably into everyday carry rotation without feeling bulky or overbuilt.
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