The Sniper Bladeworks DMF is a no-nonsense tactical folder engineered for power, control, and durability. Designed by former SWAT officer Lance Abernathy, the DMF—short for “Discrete Manual Folder”—features a 3.65" CPM-S35VN reverse tanto blade with a compound grind. The blade’s aggressive geometry delivers serious piercing and slicing strength, while the premium steel holds an edge through the roughest jobs. Whether you’re breaking down materials, breaching, or just need a blade that won’t quit, the DMF is built for it.
The handle features OD green G-10 scales over a 6Al-4V titanium frame lock, with bronze inserts that add strength and visual contrast. A steel over-travel stop ensures lockup is rock-solid, even during hard use. The ergonomics are classic Sniper Bladeworks—comfortable, hand-filling, and secure, whether you’re gloved up or working barehanded. The pivot rides on precision ball bearings with a bronze collar, delivering crisp, confident blade deployment every time.
At 8.38" overall and 9.56 ounces, this knife isn’t ultralight—and it’s not supposed to be. It’s designed for serious users who need a tool that can handle real-world punishment and still keep moving.
Buying the DMF from Smoky Mountain Knife Works—the world’s best online knife store—means shopping at a Tennessee landmark. Located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, SMKW draws over 1.5 million visitors each year to the world’s largest knife showroom.