Hinderer XM-18 3.5 Framelock Folding Knife (Magnacut Skinny Slicer, Olive Drab G-10/Battle Black) KXM35SKSSKSLDLCOD

The Hinderer XM-18 3.5" Skinny Slicer Framelock is a hard-use folding knife built for serious everyday carry, demanding work environments, and users who expect top-tier American craftsmanship. Designed by legendary knifemaker Rick Hinderer, the XM-18 has earned its reputation through real-world performance, combining overbuilt durability with refined cutting efficiency. This version pairs the highly capable Skinny Slicer blade profile with premium materials and Hinderer’s battle-proven construction, creating a folder that’s equally at home on the job site, in the field, or clipped in your daily rotation.

At the center of the knife is a 3.5" CPM MagnaCut stainless tool steel blade with a rugged black coated finish. MagnaCut has quickly become one of the most respected blade steels in the industry thanks to its outstanding balance of toughness, corrosion resistance, and edge retention. Built to handle hard use without sacrificing cutting performance, it delivers the durability serious knife users demand while remaining easy to maintain. The Skinny Slicer blade profile adds excellent slicing geometry, allowing the knife to move through cardboard, rope, packaging, and daily cutting tasks with impressive efficiency. The black coated finish enhances the blade’s rugged appearance while helping reduce glare and adding another layer of protection during hard use.

Deployment is fast and reliable thanks to the integrated flipper tab and ambidextrous thumb studs. Hinderer’s smooth Tri-Way pivot system gives users the ability to fine-tune the action to their personal preference while maintaining rock-solid performance. Whether opened with the flipper or thumb studs, the XM-18 delivers the smooth, confident action that’s become a trademark of Hinderer knives.

The handle combines a textured olive drab green G-10 front scale with a Battle Black titanium rear frame for a balance of grip, strength, and reduced weight. The textured G-10 provides a secure hold in wet or gloved conditions, while the titanium framelock offers outstanding structural integrity and dependable lockup under hard use. A titanium pocket clip keeps the knife secure and ready for carry, while the integrated lanyard hole adds additional versatility for gear setups and field use.

At 4.75" closed and weighing 5.6 ounces, the XM-18 3.5" delivers the feel of a true hard-use folder without becoming cumbersome in pocket. Built in the USA with premium materials and uncompromising attention to detail, this knife represents the rugged reliability and performance Hinderer is known for worldwide.

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