Fox Knives Defcon 5 Alpha Linerlock Folding Knife Black Stonewash/Black Aluminum D5-K004

The Fox Knives Defcon 5 Alpha is built to stand up to hard use without showing weakness. With a 3.70-inch blade made from 440 stainless steel and finished in black stonewash, it hides wear while delivering dependable edge retention and corrosion resistance. The modified blade profile combined with a flat grind offers strong cutting performance, whether you’re slicing rope, opening boxes, or working in the field.

The handle is constructed from black anodized aluminum, reinforced with steel liners. This gives you a balance of light weight and rugged strength. At 8.70 inches overall and weighing in around 6.80 ounces, it carries boldly but without unnecessary bulk. Deployment is fast and intuitive: the combo of a flipper tab and thumb stud gives you two reliable opening options. When locked open, the liner lock keeps the blade firmly in place under load. A tip-down pocket clip (for right-hand carry) tucks the knife securely and discreetly in your pocket until you need it.

This knife doesn’t pretend — it’s a tool ready to do work. The utilitarian styling is clean and no-nonsense, built for users who value function over flair. Cutters, outdoorsmen, EDC fans — anyone needing a tough everyday folder with proven materials will appreciate what the Alpha brings to the table.

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