Hinderer XM-18 Black – Stonewash 3in Plain Stonewash Recurve XM183RBS

When performance, precision, and pride of ownership matter, the Hinderer XM-18 3.0 Black & Stonewash stands in a class of its own. Built in the USA by Rick Hinderer and his team at Rick Hinderer Knives, this compact powerhouse delivers the rugged capability the XM-18 line is known for—refined into a perfectly balanced 3-inch platform that’s ready for serious everyday carry.

At the heart of this knife is a 3.0-inch recurve blade crafted from premium CPM-20CV stainless steel. Known for exceptional edge retention, corrosion resistance, and toughness, 20CV ensures you won’t be constantly reaching for the sharpener. The blade’s stonewash finish not only reduces glare but also helps hide wear from hard use, giving it that broken-in, working-knife character right out of the box. With a blade thickness of approximately .140 inches at the spine, it has the backbone to handle demanding cutting tasks while still maintaining slicing efficiency thanks to the recurve grind.

Open it up and you’ll feel the precision. The XM-18 3.0 features Hinderer’s Tri-Way pivot system, allowing you to fine-tune the action with bearings, phosphor bronze washers, or Teflon washers to suit your preference. Whether you like a glassy-smooth deployment or a more controlled, washer-driven feel, this knife adapts to you. The thumb stud opener offers confident, reliable deployment, and the robust titanium frame lock delivers rock-solid lockup you can count on.

The handle pairs a black G-10 scale with a stonewashed titanium lock side, creating a striking contrast that’s both tactical and refined. G-10 keeps weight down while offering a secure grip, even in wet or gloved conditions. The open-back construction reduces weight and makes cleaning simple, and the reversible pocket clip allows for versatile carry options. At roughly 7 inches overall and about 3.5 ounces, it strikes that ideal balance between substantial feel and comfortable daily carry.

Everything about the XM-18 Black & Stonewash reflects thoughtful engineering and real-world experience. From the lockbar stabilizer that prevents overextension to the precision-machined hardware and American craftsmanship, it’s a knife built for those who expect more from their tools. It’s not flashy for the sake of being flashy—it’s purposeful, dependable, and built to work.

When you add this Hinderer XM-18 to your collection, you’re not just buying a knife—you’re investing in a legacy of hard-use design and American manufacturing excellence. And there’s no better place to get it than the world’s largest knife store, Smoky Mountain Knife Works, widely recognized as the best online knife store for selection, service, and expertise. Here, you’ll find authentic Hinderer craftsmanship backed by a retailer that understands what serious knife enthusiasts demand.

The Hinderer XM-18 Black & Stonewash is compact without compromise, refined without sacrificing strength, and built to handle whatever the day throws your way.