Description
Brass bolsters, near-black ram horn panels left with their natural relief rather than sanded down to a flat, brass pins, and a satin clip point carrying two thumb holes and a short notch cut at the choil. It is the plainest of the brass builds and the one most likely to actually get flipped.
| Overall length | 9.1 inches |
| Blade length | 4.4 inches |
| Handle length | 4.7 inches |
| Steel | D2 tool steel |
| Handle | – Brass with ram Horn Inserts |
Ram horn in the hand
Ram horn runs darker and denser than antler, and on this model the panels keep the ridged, slightly craggy surface the horn grew with instead of being taken down smooth. That matters more than it sounds like it should. Dry hands grip textured horn better than they grip bare brass, and damp hands grip it a great deal better, which is worth something on a knife you intend to work rather than shelve. The color is near-black with occasional lighter marbling that only shows when the light rakes across it.
Flipping at this size
Handles a little longer than the blade leave a small overhang past the tip, and that quarter inch or so is the margin that keeps a finger clear on a rollover you catch badly. Brass carries enough momentum to pull you through a chained sequence rather than dying halfway, and the overall length is slow enough to forgive a beginner’s timing. The two holes through the blade take a little mass back out again, which stops the whole thing feeling nose-heavy. Tape the edge, then work through the order of moves in our butterfly knife trick progression until the motion is clean before the tape comes off.
The notch at the choil
The small cutout where the edge meets the ricasso is there so a sharpening stone can run off the end of the edge without slamming into the shoulder. It is a detail that costs a minute at the grinder and saves you from an ugly recurve the third or fourth time you sharpen. Speaking of which, tool steel of this type wants a diamond plate rather than a soft stone; the sharpening walkthrough covers angle, pressure and how to tell when you have raised a burr.
Entry point to the brass line
There is no engraving, no filed spine and no exotic panel material in the price, which is exactly why the price is what it is. Everything that matters mechanically is here and nothing that does not is. If you like the ram horn but want a patterned blade beneath it, the Damascus balisong with ram horn inserts is built to the same dimensions and handles identically. You are buying the etch and the layer count in that one, and it asks for more care in return.
Made in Memphis
Blanks cut, drilled, hardened and tempered here, handles fitted and pinned by hand, edge put on last, action tested before packing. Goes out with a black leather carrier, hand-sewn and riveted. Find out how this pattern of knife is treated where you live before buying. Everything we make carries a lifetime guarantee.
Model: BMK-464
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Liam L. (verified owner) –
The steel butterfly knife I purchased here is visually stunning and incredibly functional. It’s now my preferred tool for various tasks. Highly recommended!
Emily S. (verified owner) –
I’m impressed with the meticulous attention to detail on the steel butterfly knife I got from this shop. It’s not just a tool; it’s a piece of art that I’m proud to own.
Mia R. (verified owner) –
This shop is a hidden treasure for knife enthusiasts. The butterfly knife I obtained here is a testament to quality and craftsmanship. It has quickly become one of my prized possessions.
Narkeest Ketchens (verified owner) –
I will NEVER order from this website again very rude and disrespectful when I asked about updates on my order when I wasn’t getting any updates the whole two weeks I waited
Samuel H. (verified owner) –
This store is a must-visit for butterfly knife enthusiasts. The knife I received is a masterpiece in steel, and it has quickly become a cherished item in my collection.
Daniel G. (verified owner) –
The precision in the craftsmanship of the steel butterfly knife I received is truly remarkable. It’s not just a tool; it’s a functional work of art that I’ll cherish.
Mark Hill –
Decent buy overall, a couple small nitpicks aside. Black Mamba Knives usually delivers solid quality and this was no exception.
Grace Alvarez –
Set my expectations low going in and this blew right past them. Bushings feel buttery smooth after just a bit of use. This is exactly why I keep coming back to this shop.
Ronald Patel –
This is hands down one of the best knives I’ve bought online. Would not hesitate to order again.
Patricia Hughes –
My whole family passed this balisong around at dinner just to look at it.
James Parker –
Showed up right on time and looked even better than the photos. This is my new favorite in the collection. Cool knowing this was handmade right in Memphis and shipped out fast.
Brenda Baker –
This balisong is a genuine work of art. This flips cleaner than knives twice the price. Action is smooth right out of the box, no break in needed. Pivots feel dialed in with zero blade play. Black Mamba Knives keeps setting the bar higher with each order. This company nailed it with this one.
Aaron Fox –
This balisong is nice. Just a couple small things kept it from 5 stars. Solid pickup even with the small issues.
Carol Harris –
Couldn’t ask for a better balisong honestly. This flips cleaner than knives twice the price. Exactly the kind of quality that keeps me coming back.
Alejandro Howard –
Couldn’t ask for a better balisong honestly. Comes with a nice pouch which is a nice touch. Proud to support American made goods out of Memphis with this purchase. Can’t wait to see what else this store has to offer.
Derek Lewis –
My brother was speechless when I showed them this balisong. Black Mamba Knives has earned a repeat customer with this one.
Anthony Gomez –
My skepticism about ordering online disappeared the second this arrived. Pivots feel dialed in with zero blade play. Action is smooth right out of the box, no break in needed. Handles have a great grip even during fast flips. This is going straight into my daily rotation. Black Mamba Knives has earned a repeat customer with this one.
Mary Allen –
The moment I saw this in person I knew it was a keeper. Bushings feel buttery smooth after just a bit of use. Beyond happy with how this turned out.
Derek Ramos –
Really happy with this balisong overall.