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New Knives at SHOT Show 2025
Published: February 14th, 2025
SHOT Show 2025 has arrived, bringing with it an impressive lineup of new knives from some of the industry’s most respected brands. This year, manufacturers have pushed the boundaries of innovation, unveiling cutting-edge materials, improved locking mechanisms, and bold aesthetic choices that cater to both collectors and everyday users. From Microtech’s refined Ultratech Gen III with its Zero-Blade Play system to Pro-Tech’s sleek new automatic offerings, the latest releases showcase the perfect blend of performance and craftsmanship. Whether you're searching for a rugged OTF, a high-end collector’s piece, or a versatile EDC, this year’s new knives highlight the best in modern blade design.
New Microtech SHOT Show 2025
Ultratech Gen III
The Ultratech Gen III represents a significant evolution in Microtech’s flagship OTF knife, featuring cutting-edge advancements for enhanced performance and durability. The Zero-Blade Play (ZBP) system eliminates side-to-side movement, ensuring a more secure and precise lock-up. The new Dual Fuel Drive Train employs two springs instead of one, increasing deployment speed and reliability while reducing wear over time. Additionally, the Crud Kutter system prevents debris buildup, keeping the internal components clean and ensuring smooth operation. These upgrades solidify the Ultratech Gen III as one of the most advanced OTF knives on the market, offering improved consistency, longevity, and overall user experience.
MSI RAM-LOK (Purple)
Microtech expands its MSI (Microtech Standard Issue) lineup with a striking purple edition, featuring Bohler M390MK steel, renowned for its superior edge retention and corrosion resistance. The sheepsfoot blade has a durable purple Cerakote finish, enhancing its bold aesthetic. Its lightweight, coated injection-molded polymer handle in matching Cerakote purple incorporates Tri-Grip texturing for exceptional control. The RAM-LOK crossbar lock ensures rock-solid blade stability, while the thumb hole opener allows for smooth, ambidextrous deployment. This edition offers a visually distinctive and high-performing variant of the MSI, making it a standout choice for both collectors and everyday users alike.
Marfione Select Scarab II Gen III
The Marfione Select Scarab 2 Gen III is a high-end OTF knife that blends rugged construction with collector-grade aesthetics. Its tanto blade is forged from blued BakerForge copper Damascus, delivering a striking, wavy pattern unique to each piece while maintaining a razor-sharp edge. The 6061-T6 black aluminum handle offers a lightweight but solid feel, with a stingray inlay that adds both grip and a refined look. This model is built to be admired as much as it is used, making it a top-tier choice for enthusiasts who appreciate premium materials, expert craftsmanship, and a bold, tactical presence.
Marfione Custom Artreus
The Marfione Custom Artreus is a high-performance OTF knife designed for serious collectors. It features a dagger blade made from Bohler M390MK steel, known for its excellent edge retention and toughness, finished with a flawless mirror polish. The 7075-T6 aluminum handle frame provides durability while remaining lightweight, enhanced by dual inlays, one crafted from 30k carbon fiber and the other from 6Al4V titanium. Equipped with Microtech’s Dual Fuel Drive Train for a faster, more powerful deployment and the Crud Kutter system to keep the mechanism free of debris, the Artreus is a perfect blend of cutting-edge innovation and refined craftsmanship.
New Pro-Tech SHOT Show 2025
Flyfather 2.0
The Flyfather 2.0 is a precision-crafted butterfly knife born from a collaboration between Pro-Tech and Squid Industries. Designed for both enthusiasts and serious flippers, it features a razor-sharp CPM-154 spear point blade made by Pro-Tech, ensuring excellent edge retention and durability. The 7075 milled channel aluminum handles, crafted by Squid Industries, provide a perfect balance of weight and grip, making it ideal for fluid flipping. This USA-made balisong is a blend of Pro-Tech’s renowned blade-making expertise and Squid Industries’ handle innovation, resulting in a high-quality, smooth-performing knife that stands out in both function and design.
Large Don
The Pro-Tech Large Don is a sleek, full-auto out-the-side knife that combines classic Italian stiletto inspiration with modern precision. It features a 154CM spear point blade with a satin finish, ensuring excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance. The black 3D-machined aluminum handles provide a comfortable grip, while the Mother of Pearl push-button opener and lock add a refined touch. Designed for collectors and enthusiasts alike, this knife delivers rapid deployment and secure lock-up with every use. Proudly made in the USA, the Large Don is an elegant and functional statement piece for any knife collection.
Rendencion Auto (Black)
Designed in collaboration with Chavez Knives, the Pro-Tech Redencion Auto delivers uncompromising performance with a bold aesthetic. This automatic folder features a CPM-S35VN tanto blade with a stonewash finish, offering exceptional durability and cutting power. Its black aluminum handle ensures a lightweight yet robust grip, while the push-button opener and lock provide fast, secure deployment. With its precision engineering and aggressive design, this USA-made automatic is a powerhouse for everyday carry or tactical use.
Rendencion Auto (Blue)
Pro-Tech and Chavez Knives bring you the Redencion Auto, now in a striking blue aluminum handle variation. Retaining the same top-tier performance, this automatic knife features a razor-sharp CPM-S35VN tanto blade with a stonewash finish, built for superior toughness and edge retention. The push-button opener and lock deliver lightning-fast action with reliable security. Its ergonomic handle ensures a solid grip, making it a standout choice for those who appreciate function and style. Proudly made in the USA, this Redencion Auto is a must-have for collectors and EDC enthusiasts alike.
Synapse Auto
The Pro-Tech Synapse Auto marks Vero Engineering’s first automatic knife collaboration, blending their signature design language with Pro-Tech’s renowned craftsmanship. This sleek automatic folder features a lightweight aluminum handle, complemented by interchangeable micarta and G-10 “lids” for a customizable grip. The button lock and automatic opener ensure effortless deployment and rock-solid lock-up. Precision-machined and made in the USA, the Synapse Auto is a premium choice for those seeking a refined, high-performance auto knife with a unique aesthetic.
TR3 Integrity
A refined evolution of the classic TR-3, the Integrity model brings new reptile-textured black aluminum handle scales for enhanced grip and style. Featuring a razor-sharp CPM-S35VN drop point blade with a stonewash finish, this manual folder is built for everyday reliability. The button lock ensures smooth and secure operation, while the thumb stud allows for quick, one-handed deployment. Precision-crafted in the USA, the TR-3 Integrity is a robust and stylish addition to Pro-Tech’s lineup, perfect for those who demand performance and quality in their everyday carry.
New LionSteel SHOT Show 2025
Q4ttro
Blue Titanium Version
The LionSteel Q4ttro is a precision-engineered folding knife designed for versatility and performance. Its CPM-MagnaCut drop point blade with a satin finish provides exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance, making it a reliable choice for everyday carry. The knife runs on smooth ceramic ball bearings and features LionSteel’s innovative ReF (Removable Flipper) tab, allowing users to tailor their deployment method. A sturdy framelock ensures secure operation, while multiple handle options; blue, bronze, or gray titanium with fat carbon inlays, carbon fiber, black G-10, and green burlap Micarta, offer a range of grip styles and materials. Built with quality and innovation in mind, the Q4ttro is a standout addition to any collection.
New Ocaso SHOT Show 2025
Lucent
Satin Version
The Ocaso Lucent marks the brand’s first-ever out-the-front automatic knife, designed by Andrew Demko in collaboration with Bestech. Precision-built for performance, it features a 3.5-inch harpoon-style blade made from high-performance Bohler M390 steel, available in both a satin finish for a refined look and a black coated finish for added durability and a discreet, non-reflective profile. The CNC-machined aluminum handle, offered in standard or black anodized finishes, boasts a cross-hatch pattern for a secure and comfortable grip. Built with a dual-action mechanism, the Lucent OTF delivers smooth, rapid blade deployment, combining cutting-edge materials with masterful engineering for both tactical use and everyday carry.
Lucent Mini
Satin Version
The Ocaso Lucent Mini delivers high-end materials and precision engineering in a compact, out-the-front automatic design. Created by Andrew Demko in collaboration with Bestech, this dual-action OTF features a 1.9-inch clip point blade made from Bohler M390 steel, available in both a satin finish for a refined look and a black coated finish for added durability and a discreet, non-reflective profile. The CNC-machined aluminum handle, offered in standard or black anodized finishes, features a cross-hatch pattern for a secure and comfortable grip. Whether for everyday carry or rapid deployment, the Lucent Mini OTF blends style, performance, and tactical reliability in a streamlined package.
Sovranto Slipjoint
Satin Version
Refined elegance meets modern craftsmanship in the Ocaso Sovranto Slipjoint, designed in collaboration with custom knifemaker Mike Wallace. This premium non-locking folder features a razor-sharp 2.75-inch Bohler M390 blade, ensuring outstanding edge retention and performance. The lightweight yet durable titanium handle provides a sleek, ergonomic grip, while the removable, wrap-around deep carry pocket clip offers versatile carry options. Made in Italy with exceptional attention to detail, the Sovranto blends classic slip joint functionality with high-end materials, making it a sophisticated choice for collectors and everyday carry enthusiasts alike.
New Ocaso Variations
Solstice (Damasteel Bi-Frost Fat Carbon)
Strategy (Cranberry Red)
Satin Version
The Ocaso Strategy gets a bold new look with its Cranberry Red 6061-T6 aluminum handle, bringing fresh style to this proven design. Built for everyday reliability, its Bohler K110 clip point blade delivers excellent edge retention and durability, available in both a black PVD-coated finish for a stealthy, wear-resistant look and a satin finish for a clean, classic aesthetic. The flipper opener ensures smooth, one-handed deployment, while the liner lock provides solid and secure lockup. Lightweight yet tough, this updated Strategy model offers the same great performance as the original with a striking new color combination that stands out without compromising function.
Strategy (S35VN and Titanium)
Satin Version
The Ocaso Strategy gets a bold new look with its Cranberry Red 6061-T6 aluminum handle, bringing fresh style to this proven design. Built for everyday reliability, its Bohler K110 clip point blade delivers excellent edge retention and durability, available in both a black PVD-coated finish for a stealthy, wear-resistant look and a satin finish for a clean, classic aesthetic. The flipper opener ensures smooth, one-handed deployment, while the liner lock provides solid and secure lockup. Lightweight yet tough, this updated Strategy model offers the same great performance as the original with a striking new color combination that stands out without compromising function.
Written By
Drew Clifton
Drew is the lead writer for SMKW's Knives 101, crafting informative and engaging content for the world’s largest knife store. With expertise in knife history, design, and functionality, Drew delivers articles and product descriptions that educate and inspire knife enthusiasts at all levels.
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