The Skallywag Porpoise Wharncliffe Tan delivers a refined blend of precision cutting performance, modern mechanics, and everyday practicality in a folding knife that feels purpose-built from the first flip. Its clean, confident design pairs a highly functional blade profile with premium materials, creating a knife that’s as dependable as it is visually appealing. This is a tool designed for users who appreciate control, smooth action, and a knife that carries comfortably while still offering serious capability.
The 3.5-inch Wharncliffe blade is crafted from N690 stainless steel and finished in black, giving it a sleek, understated appearance while enhancing corrosion resistance. The Wharncliffe profile excels at straight, controlled cuts and detailed work, offering a long, usable cutting edge and a precise tip that stays exactly where you want it. Heat-treated to a blade hardness of 59–61 Rockwell, the steel provides a reliable balance of edge retention, toughness, and ease of sharpening. With a slim 0.1-inch blade thickness, it slices efficiently without feeling delicate.
Deployment is smooth and consistent thanks to ambidextrous thumb studs working in harmony with a bearing-driven action. The blade glides open effortlessly and locks into place with a robust crossbar lock. This locking mechanism is fully ambidextrous and allows for safe, one-handed operation, making the Porpoise equally comfortable for right- or left-handed users. Lockup feels solid and confidence-inspiring, reinforcing the knife’s work-ready nature.
The tan G-10 handle adds durability and warmth to the design while maintaining a lightweight feel. Its subtle texturing provides excellent grip without being abrasive, and the 4.6-inch handle length allows for a secure, full-handed hold. Thoughtful ergonomics help the knife sit naturally in the hand, offering excellent control during extended cutting tasks. A coated aluminum backspacer adds strength and visual contrast, while stainless steel hardware secured with Torx 8 screws ensures long-term reliability and easy maintenance.
At just 3.4 ounces, the Porpoise Wharncliffe Tan carries comfortably all day without weighing you down. The tip-up coated aluminum pocket clip keeps the knife secure and positioned for quick access, maintaining a slim, low-profile presence in the pocket. With an overall length of 8.25 inches, it provides a confident reach during use while remaining compact and easy to carry.
The Skallywag Porpoise Wharncliffe Tan stands out through its thoughtful design, premium materials, and smooth, dependable operation. It’s a folding knife that prioritizes balance, control, and real-world usability without unnecessary extras. You’ll find it at the world’s largest knife store, Smoky Mountain Knife Works, where quality and selection meet. When you’re shopping the best online knife store, this Porpoise is a standout option for those who want a modern folding knife that delivers precision, comfort, and confidence every time it’s in hand.