Lovins Customs Strix Balisong Titanium Purple Inserts 4.5-In Satin Tanto CLV25

The Lovins Customs Strix Balisong Knife with Titanium Handles and Purple Inserts is a precision-crafted, American-made butterfly knife designed for elite performance, smooth flipping, and high-end collectibility. Created by champion balisong flipper Corbin Lovins, the Strix blends cutting-edge materials with pro-level balance and style, making it a top-tier choice for flippers, knife enthusiasts, and serious collectors alike.

At the heart of the Strix is a 4.5-inch tanto blade crafted from premium CPM S35VN stainless steel, a high-performance steel known for its outstanding edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance. The blade’s satin finish enhances both its sleek appearance and its functionality by reducing drag and glare, giving it a clean, professional look. The tanto profile provides excellent piercing strength and durability at the tip, making it not just an exceptional flipper but also a capable cutting tool.

The satin-finished titanium handles with anodized purple inserts are what truly elevate this version of the Strix. The combination of raw metallic finish and vibrant purple details creates a modern, eye-catching contrast. Titanium provides unbeatable strength-to-weight ratio, giving the knife the lightweight agility needed for fluid flipping, while maintaining the structural integrity to withstand long-term use. The anodized purple inserts not only enhance the look but add extra texture and grip, helping with control during complex tricks or extended use.

Engineered with zen pins instead of traditional tang pins, the Strix offers a smoother flipping experience with reduced handle wear over time. This design choice helps the knife open and close more cleanly and consistently, allowing for faster rotations and greater control during high-speed flipping. Precision-machined cutouts along the handles serve a dual purpose—reducing overall weight and fine-tuning balance—giving the Strix the ideal feel in hand for both freestyle and competition-level performance.

Measuring 5.5 inches closed and weighing just 4.4 ounces, the Lovins Strix Balisong is perfectly sized and weighted for everyday carry or showcase display. Each knife comes with a certificate of authenticity and a premium black zippered nylon storage pouch, making it an exceptional piece to own or gift.

Proudly made in the USA, the Strix is a shining example of American knife craftsmanship and innovation. Corbin Lovins has taken his competitive flipping experience and infused it into every design detail, ensuring this knife meets the needs of flippers and collectors who demand the highest quality in both form and function.

When you buy the Lovins Customs Strix Balisong Knife from Smoky Mountain Knife Works, you’re choosing the world’s best online knife store—and visiting a true Tennessee landmark. Located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, SMKW is home to the world’s largest knife showroom and attracts over 1.5 million visitors annually. Whether you're shopping online or making the trip in person, SMKW is the ultimate destination for blade enthusiasts.

The Lovins Strix Balisong features a satin CPM S35VN tanto blade and satin titanium handles with purple anodized inserts for elite-level flipping and style.

Please note: these custom knives have one-of-a-kind anodized finishes. Your custom knife may look slightly different from photos shown.