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SHOP CASE KNIVESThe Vosteed Porcupine Thumb Hole Folder proves that a dependable everyday carry knife doesn’t have to be boring. Designed by Yue Dong, this compact manual folder blends tough materials, smooth mechanics, and the wildly creative spirit of the Doodle Monster series. It’s a knife that works hard while carrying a bit of imagination in your pocket.
At the heart of the Porcupine is a 2.99-inch drop point blade made from 14C28N stainless steel. This steel is widely respected for its corrosion resistance, toughness, and reliable edge retention, making it an excellent choice for daily carry. The blade features a flat grind that provides clean slicing performance and solid control across a variety of cutting tasks. Finished in a black stonewash, the blade carries a dark, broken-in look that hides wear and keeps the knife looking good even after plenty of use. With a blade thickness of 0.118 inches and a hardness rating of HRC 59±1, it’s built to tackle everyday cutting duties without hesitation.
Deployment is simple and smooth thanks to the large thumb hole opener. The blade glides open on a caged ceramic ball bearing pivot assembly that delivers fluid action with minimal effort. Once open, the blade locks securely into place using Vosteed’s Top Liner Lock, providing dependable strength and easy one-handed closing when the job’s done.
The Porcupine’s 4.16-inch handle is built from durable G10, a material trusted for its strength, lightweight construction, and resistance to moisture and temperature changes. This version features the striking Black Doodle Monster design, part of Vosteed’s playful Doodleland concept. Doodle your world—stay curious, stay sharp. The handle bursts with quirky shapes, mischievous creatures, and spontaneous lines that feel like they crawled straight out of a notebook margin. The Doodle Monster series is a pocket-sized escape—part daydream, part mischief, and entirely full of personality.
These designs aren’t meant to be perfect. They’re meant to feel alive. Tiny monsters, odd shapes, and hidden details create a sense of playful chaos, as if a quiet doodle slowly turned into its own universe when no one was looking. And this time, that playful chaos has a bodyguard in the form of a capable, hardworking blade.
Weighing just 3.46 ounces, the Porcupine remains comfortable for everyday carry. A stainless steel reversible pocket clip supports tip-up carry and allows both left- and right-handed users to configure the knife to their preference. Compact, reliable, and unmistakably creative, the Porcupine brings together real cutting performance and bold personality in one pocket-friendly package.
Unleash a little pocket-sized chaos with the Black Doodle Monster handle and a blade that means business, available at SMKW.