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SHOP CASE KNIVESThe Shard is a sleek, full-size folding knife that brings together refined materials, bold aesthetics, and serious utility in a streamlined package. Designed by veteran knifemaker Kim Ning, this blade reflects decades of experience in shaping some of the modern knife world’s most trusted designs. With the Shard, Ning combines premium functionality with a clean, tactical profile—ready for daily carry or hard field use.
Its 3.47-inch reverse tanto blade is crafted from stonewashed 14C28N steel, offering a fine balance of edge retention, corrosion resistance, and toughness. The reverse tanto profile, with its reinforced tip and generous belly, delivers both piercing strength and slicing performance, making it a versatile option for utility work, precision cuts, and everything in between.
The Shard operates on a smooth crossbar lock mechanism, ensuring a solid lockup and reliable one-handed action. Deployment is quick and intuitive thanks to dual opening options: a thumb hole and the crossbar itself, giving users flexibility in how they open the blade.
The handle, built from gray anodized aluminum with a milled diamond pattern, is lightweight yet rugged, offering a secure and ergonomic grip even during extended use. Its contoured profile fits the hand naturally, helping reduce fatigue while maintaining full control in any environment.
A reversible deep-carry pocket clip keeps the knife low-profile and accessible, with left- and right-hand positioning available to suit any carry style. Whether you’re on the job, on the trail, or off the grid, the Shard is ready to get to work.
You’ll find the Shard and thousands more expertly crafted knives at Smoky Mountain Knife Works, the world’s largest knife store and a Tennessee landmark. Located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, SMKW’s legendary showroom welcomes over 1.5 million visitors each year.