Boker Plus Kwaiken Mini G-10

Combining the best features from a gentleman’s folder and a tactical knife, the Böker Plus Kwaiken Mini is a compact version of its counterpart. This flipper features a streamlined, tapered look and a 3-inch blade made from VG-10 stainless steel—a high-carbon-content steel manufactured in Japan. The blade is easily deployed using the flipper tab, which doubles as a finger guard once opened. Its handle is constructed from grippy G-10 scales that feature a subtle pattern, adding to the knife’s distinguished aesthetic. It also comes with a bead-blasted pocket clip designed for tip-up carry.

Always fascinated by the wilderness, stories of survival, and action movies, Lucas Burnley decided to make his passion a reality in 2003 when he founded Burnley Knives. With the bulk of his experience derived from trial and error, Burnley has earned a reputation as a reliable craftsman by combining elements of classic knives with an emphasis on modern materials. “To me knives are a personal expression of independence and self reliance,” he says. “Starting with raw materials, I’m able to create intrinsically useful and aesthetically pleasing tools and objects of pride that can be used and passed down for generations.”