Butterfly Knife with Stainless Steel Handle – 4″ Straight Back Blade, Tactical Cutouts, Latch Safety, 9″ Overall Length, Lightweight Balisong Design, 3 Finish Options

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This is a clean, lightweight butterfly knife — stainless handle with tactical cutouts to keep the weight down, a 4-inch straight back blade that’s tapered and angled for a solid cut, and a latch to lock it up when you’re done. It’s 9 inches overall and sits in a nice middle ground between a compact balisong and a full-size trench knife. Good for flipping, good for actual use.

  • 4″ straight back blade – tapered and angled upward for clean, controlled cuts
  • Stainless steel handle with tactical cutouts – reduces weight while keeping the build all-metal
  • 9″ overall length – mid-size balisong, well balanced for flipping and handling
  • Latch safety – locks the knife closed when not in use
  • Three finish options – Black, Plasma, and Stainless Steel

A Butterfly Knife That’s Actually Balanced

A lot of butterfly knives feel either too light to flip cleanly or too heavy to carry comfortably. This one lands in a reasonable middle spot. The stainless handle with cutouts keeps the weight manageable — it comes in at 0.35 lbs — and the 4-inch blade is long enough to be genuinely useful without turning this into something you can’t pocket. The straight back blade is ground with a taper and an upward angle that makes for a superior cut, as the product description puts it, and that’s actually accurate.

Who This Butterfly Knife Is For

Balisong enthusiasts who want a lighter, faster knife than the knuckle guard trench version will find this one flips cleaner. The handle cutouts aren’t just cosmetic — they change the balance and reduce rotational resistance, which matters when you’re doing any kind of manipulation.

It’s also a solid pick for someone who wants a butterfly knife that doesn’t feel like a novelty. The all-stainless build is real, the blade geometry is practical, and the three finish options give you something that looks intentional rather than cheap. Collectors who want one in each finish won’t feel like they’re overpaying to do it.

Is This the Right Choice for You?

Choose this butterfly knife if you want:

  • A lighter, faster-flipping balisong with a balanced all-metal build
  • A 4″ blade with practical geometry for real cutting tasks
  • A clean-looking knife available in multiple finishes
  • Mid-size carry that’s more manageable than an 11″ trench knife

Consider something else if you need:

  • A training knife for beginners — this blade is live and sharp
  • A knuckle guard feature — look at the Butterfly Trench Knife instead

How It Actually Works

Standard balisong mechanism — two handles rotate around the blade pivot and latch closed. The latch keeps it secure in a pocket or bag. Open it and you’ve got a 4-inch straight back blade with a tapered grind and a slightly upward-angled tip. That geometry makes it cut cleaner than a drop point or clip point on materials where you want the tip to stay engaged.

The tactical cutouts in the handle serve two purposes: they reduce overall weight and they change how the handle swings through a flip. Lighter handles mean faster rotation, which matters if you’re doing any knife manipulation. For basic carry and use, the cutouts just mean it’s not as heavy as a solid-handle balisong — which is fine for most people.

The latch is a standard butterfly latch design. It clicks closed with a satisfying snap and keeps the blade from opening accidentally. If you’re new to butterfly knives, you’ll want to learn the latch release before you start trying to open it quickly.

Quick Comparison: How Does This Butterfly Knife Stack Up?

Feature This Butterfly Knife Butterfly Trench Knife Assisted Open Folding Knife Fixed Blade Knife
Blade Length 4″ 5″ 3.25″ 4–7″ ✓
Overall Length 9″ 11″ 7.75″ Varies
Weight 0.35 lbs ✓ 0.7 lbs 0.45 lbs Varies
Flip-Friendly Yes ✓ Heavier No No
Knuckle Guard No Yes ✓ No Some
Best For Flipping/everyday use Heavy utility/knuckle carry Pocket EDC Outdoor/camp use

Practical Details

Overall length: 9 inches. Blade length: 4 inches, straight back, plain edge. Handle material: Stainless steel with tactical cutouts. Weight: 0.35 lbs. Safety: Latch closure. Available in three finishes: Black, Plasma, and Stainless Steel. Standard balisong butterfly mechanism. No sheath or clip included.

Lightweight stainless construction, a well-ground 4-inch blade, and a balanced flip — this is a butterfly knife that earns its keep whether you’re flipping it or using it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “straight back blade” mean and why does it matter?

A straight back blade has a spine that runs flat from handle to tip, with all the curve in the cutting edge rather than the spine. The tip on this one is angled slightly upward as well, which means the point engages earlier when you’re making a push cut. It’s a geometry that favors slicing and detail cuts over the heavy chopping tasks where a drop point or clip point would be more at home. For general cutting tasks, it’s a solid and versatile choice.

Are butterfly knives legal in my state?

Balisong laws vary considerably by state and locality. Some states treat butterfly knives the same as switchblades and restrict or prohibit them. Others have no specific restrictions. A few have blade length limits that would affect this knife’s 4-inch blade. It’s always worth checking your specific state and city laws before purchasing or carrying any knife — a quick search for “[your state] balisong knife laws” will usually give you a clear answer.

How does the weight compare to other butterfly knives?

At 0.35 lbs, this is on the lighter end for an all-metal balisong. The handle cutouts take out a meaningful amount of material compared to a solid-handle butterfly knife. If you’ve flipped heavier knives, you’ll notice the difference in how it swings — it’s faster and requires less wrist force to keep rotating. For a beginner, lighter handles can actually be easier to control during basic flips.

Is this a good knife for someone learning to flip?

It’ll work, but it’s worth knowing the blade is live and sharp. Plenty of people learn on live blades and are fine — it just requires more attention to what you’re doing and slower practice early on. If you want a risk-free learning experience, a dedicated butterfly trainer with a dull practice blade is the safer starting point. Once you’ve got the basic flips down, moving to a live blade like this one is a natural progression.

Type of KnifeButterfly
Overall Length9 inches
Blade Length4 inches
Handle MaterialStainless Steel
SafetyLatch

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