The Ketuo Mini Griffin is the definitive answer for the forward-thinking EDC enthusiast who wants a compact pocket knife but refuses to settle for boring, uninspired styling or standard, spongy button mechanisms. Designed by custom maker David Jin, this highly compact 6.96-inch folder is deeply fueled by a futuristic, Gundam-inspired sci-fi aesthetic. While its striking geometric frame immediately turns heads, the real magic lies in its hybrid lock design. Ketuo utilizes a specialized button-operated liner lock, giving you the satisfying, snappy finger safety of a button release combined with the rigid, zero-play lockup and crisp detent of an internal steel liner lock.
Using this knife solves the frustration of carrying a small pocket folder that feels too tiny to deploy reliably or lacks ambidextrous functionality. It delivers that "expert-to-peer" pride of ownership, showcasing a premium blue anodized 6Al-4V titanium handle paired with stunning blue marbled, shredded carbon fiber inlays on both sides. To ensure an ultra-clean look from every angle, Ketuo outfitted this model with a reversible, tip-up milled titanium pocket clip featuring a clean filler tab so left- and right-handed users alike can carry this pocket-sized masterpiece with total confidence.
In an active everyday carry or technical workspace layout, the Mini Griffin acts as an incredibly versatile, highly fidget-friendly cutting tool. It features a robust multi-deployment mechanism, letting you fire open the 2.91-inch Bohler M390 spear point blade using a standard rear index flipper, a slick front flipper tab, or the integrated thumb slot cutout. Whichever method you choose, the blade glides instantly on smooth ceramic ball bearings. The harpoon-style spine profile provides a natural, secure resting point for your thumb, focusing downward force right onto the 2.50-inch cutting edge. The premium black DLC coating on the steel forms a highly durable barrier against scratches and corrosion during tough tasks. When your work is done, compressing the button pulls the internal liner out of the way, allowing the blade to drop safely closed without ever placing your fingers in the path of the edge.
Key Benefits
- Bohler M390 Super Steel: Premium powder metallurgy blade steel ground into a highly versatile spear point profile, maximizing edge retention and toughness.
- Black Diamond-Like Carbon Finish: The sleek black DLC blade coating adds a tactical aesthetic while providing extreme scratch resistance and corrosion protection.
- Gundam-Inspired Sci-Fi Ergos: Futuristic, angular blue anodized titanium frame paired with beautiful, high-contrast blue marbled carbon fiber handle scales.
- Button Liner Lock Convenience: A specialized top liner lock actuated by an external button for smooth, drop-shut deployment with structural strength.
- Fidget-Friendly Multi-Deployment: Offers lightning-fast extraction through an index flipper, a front flipper, or a manually integrated thumb slot.
- Ambidextrous Milled Pocket Clip: Equipped with a premium milled titanium clip and a clean filler tab for fully reversible, tip-up carry.
The Ketuo Mini Griffin Folding Knife features a 2.91-inch Bohler M390 stainless steel spear point blade with a black DLC coating. This manual folder deploys via a rear flipper, front flipper, or thumb slot on a ceramic ball-bearing pivot. The handle features blue anodized 6Al-4V titanium scales with blue marbled carbon fiber inlays, a button-actuated top liner lock, an integrated lanyard hole, and a reversible tip-up milled titanium pocket clip. It measures 4.05 inches closed, 6.96 inches overall, and weighs a lightweight 3.45 ounces.
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