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Hogue
The Hogue Ballista I Automated Folder Knife with 3.5" drop point blade is a serious workhorse for hunters, outdoorsmen, and anyone who needs reliable steel in their pocket. This isn't a slow, deliberate folder—the automatic button deployment gets the blade out fast, while a manual safety keeps it secure until you're ready. Built for right- or left-handed carry, it adapts to how you actually use a knife in the field or at camp.
The blade itself is 154CM stainless steel, a proven material that holds an edge through field dressing, camp tasks, and general cutting work. Hogue's cryogenic heat treatment and hand-honed edge come from their reputation for getting the fundamentals right. The flat grind keeps the blade efficient, and stone tumbling gives it a finished look that won't show every fingerprint. At 4.2 ounces, it won't drag your pocket down, but it's substantial enough to feel like a real tool in your hand.
The frame is matte blue 6061-T6 aluminum with a fluted texture—not just for looks, but for grip control when your hands are wet or muddy. The deep-carry louvered pocket clip sits low and runs ambidextrous, so whether you carry tip-up right or left, it works. A lanyard hole rounds out the carry options. This is a knife that'll work as hard as you do, whether you're in the mountains, at the range, or around the homestead.
| Blade Length | 3.5" |
| Closed Length | 4.5" |
| Overall Length (Open) | 8.0" |
| Weight | 4.2 oz |
| Blade Material | 154CM Stainless Steel |
| Blade Thickness | 0.150" |
| Blade Hardness | 57–59 HRC |
| Blade Grind | Flat grind with hand-honed edge |
| Blade Finish | Stone tumbled |
| Frame Material | 6061-T6 hard anodized aluminum |
| Frame Finish | Matte blue with fluted texture |
| Deployment | Automatic button with manual safety |
| Pocket Clip | Stainless steel, ambidextrous, deep carry, louvered |
| Clip Orientation | Tip-up, right or left hand |
| Additional Features | Lanyard hole |
Yes. The pocket clip is fully ambidextrous and sits in a deep-carry position with a louvered design. You can orient it tip-up for either right- or left-handed carry, and there's a lanyard hole if you prefer that attachment method instead.
The blade deploys automatically when you press the button—no manual flicking needed. The manual safety lock prevents accidental opening when the knife is folded and in your pocket or pack.
154CM is a solid, proven blade steel that holds an edge well through field dressing, camp cuts, and general outdoor work. Hogue's cryogenic heat treatment and hand-honed edge help it perform above baseline, and it resists corrosion in wet conditions. It's not exotic, but it's reliable.
At 4.2 ounces, it's light enough for all-day pocket carry without dragging. It's substantial enough to feel like a real tool, but not so heavy that it becomes annoying on a long day in the field or at camp.
Hogue
The Hogue Ballista I Automated Folder Knife with 3.5" drop point blade is a serious workhorse for hunters, outdoorsmen, and anyone who needs reliable steel in their pocket. This isn't a slow, deliberate folder—the automatic button deployment gets the blade out fast, while a manual safety keeps it secure until you're ready. Built for right- or left-handed carry, it adapts to how you actually use a knife in the field or at camp.
The blade itself is 154CM stainless steel, a proven material that holds an edge through field dressing, camp tasks, and general cutting work. Hogue's cryogenic heat treatment and hand-honed edge come from their reputation for getting the fundamentals right. The flat grind keeps the blade efficient, and stone tumbling gives it a finished look that won't show every fingerprint. At 4.2 ounces, it won't drag your pocket down, but it's substantial enough to feel like a real tool in your hand.
The frame is matte blue 6061-T6 aluminum with a fluted texture—not just for looks, but for grip control when your hands are wet or muddy. The deep-carry louvered pocket clip sits low and runs ambidextrous, so whether you carry tip-up right or left, it works. A lanyard hole rounds out the carry options. This is a knife that'll work as hard as you do, whether you're in the mountains, at the range, or around the homestead.
| Blade Length | 3.5" |
| Closed Length | 4.5" |
| Overall Length (Open) | 8.0" |
| Weight | 4.2 oz |
| Blade Material | 154CM Stainless Steel |
| Blade Thickness | 0.150" |
| Blade Hardness | 57–59 HRC |
| Blade Grind | Flat grind with hand-honed edge |
| Blade Finish | Stone tumbled |
| Frame Material | 6061-T6 hard anodized aluminum |
| Frame Finish | Matte blue with fluted texture |
| Deployment | Automatic button with manual safety |
| Pocket Clip | Stainless steel, ambidextrous, deep carry, louvered |
| Clip Orientation | Tip-up, right or left hand |
| Additional Features | Lanyard hole |
Yes. The pocket clip is fully ambidextrous and sits in a deep-carry position with a louvered design. You can orient it tip-up for either right- or left-handed carry, and there's a lanyard hole if you prefer that attachment method instead.
The blade deploys automatically when you press the button—no manual flicking needed. The manual safety lock prevents accidental opening when the knife is folded and in your pocket or pack.
154CM is a solid, proven blade steel that holds an edge well through field dressing, camp cuts, and general outdoor work. Hogue's cryogenic heat treatment and hand-honed edge help it perform above baseline, and it resists corrosion in wet conditions. It's not exotic, but it's reliable.
At 4.2 ounces, it's light enough for all-day pocket carry without dragging. It's substantial enough to feel like a real tool, but not so heavy that it becomes annoying on a long day in the field or at camp.
