TOPS Bull Trout Fixed Blade Brown Micarta 2.75in Tumbled Drop Point TPBLTT-01

The TOPS Knives Bull Trout Fixed Blade was designed to address a common EDC fixed-blade pain point: portability often compromises cutting performance. This compact utility knife solves that trade-off by delivering full-sized ergonomics in a discreet carry format. From an experienced user’s perspective, it’s the kind of blade that quietly rides on your belt until real work begins, then performs with the authority of a much larger tool.

Designed by Martin Murillo—a working professional who understood both warehouse demands and outdoor processing tasks—the Bull Trout feels purpose-built rather than overengineered. You notice it most when a job that normally requires a bulky knife gets handled cleanly by something compact, stable, and predictable.

In practical workflow terms, this knife transitions seamlessly between everyday utility and field processing. The 2.75-inch blade offers controlled precision for packaging or food prep, while the cryo-treated 154CM stainless steel maintains edge stability through repetitive cutting. At just over six inches overall, it stays unobtrusive on the belt yet delivers the reach and slicing geometry needed for sustained tasks. The result is a tool that supports continuous work rather than interrupting it.

Key User Benefits

• Reliable grip security even in wet or slick conditions, reducing fatigue and slip risk
• Compact carry profile that doesn’t sacrifice leverage or cutting authority
• Corrosion-resistant steel suited for humid, maritime, or food-prep environments
• Versatile geometry that handles both industrial utility cuts and outdoor processing

From a technical standpoint, the Bull Trout’s 6.13-inch overall length keeps it manageable while the 0.130-inch blade thickness adds lateral strength you won’t get from most folders. The cryo-treated 154CM steel at RC 58–60 strikes a balance between edge retention and practical sharpening intervals, and the tumbled stonewash finish helps mask wear from daily use. Brown burlap Micarta scales provide a tactile grip that improves when wet, mounted on a full tang for structural integrity. At roughly 3.1 ounces, the knife carries lightly in its chocolate leather belt sheath, while the integrated lanyard hole offers additional retention options. Manufactured in the United States, it reflects a straightforward, work-focused build philosophy.

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