The McNees 3.25 Little Dixon Folding Knife brings the performance and craftsmanship of the larger Dixon into a more compact, carry-friendly package. Made in the USA by McNees Custom Knives, this manual folder combines a precision-ground MagnaCut blade with a rugged titanium frame and distinctive Violet Atomic finish. It’s designed for everyday carry, but built with the kind of materials and attention to detail that serious knife enthusiasts expect from a McNees.
The 3.25-inch MagnaCut blade delivers an excellent balance of toughness, corrosion resistance, and edge retention. Hollow ground in-house at McNees Knives, the blade features the company’s increasingly popular High Performance Hollow Grind for efficient cutting geometry and a refined cutting edge. Heat treated to an impressive 63-64 HRC, the MagnaCut blade is engineered to provide outstanding edge performance while maintaining the toughness that makes it well suited to demanding everyday tasks.
The Violet Atomic titanium handle gives the Little Dixon a distinctive look while keeping the knife strong and relatively lightweight. Titanium hardware complements the handle, while the frame lock provides a secure locking platform during use. The manual opening mechanism offers direct, controlled deployment, making this folder simple and dependable for everyday carry.
McNees takes its attention to detail a step further with intricate milling on both the show side and lock side of the handle. The base model features micro milling lines that add texture and visual depth while showcasing the precision machining for which McNees knives are known. The Violet Atomic finish gives those machined surfaces an eye-catching character that stands out in any collection or pocket.
Measuring 7.625 inches overall when open, the Little Dixon maintains the proportions of the original custom design while incorporating the features that have made the Dixon platform so popular. Its compact size makes it an excellent EDC choice, while its premium materials and high-end construction give it plenty of capability beyond basic pocket chores.
McNees Knives is an American-owned small business based in Vernon, Alabama. For more than a decade and a half, the company has focused on producing quality folding knives, fixed blades, and EDC gear in the USA. That commitment to craftsmanship, strong relationships, and customer service is evident in the Little Dixon, a refined folder that brings custom-inspired performance to everyday carry.
With its high-performance hollow-ground MagnaCut blade, Violet Atomic titanium construction, precision milling, and secure frame lock, the McNees 3.25 Little Dixon is a compact American-made folder built to perform.
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