Hornet-04G

The Hornet-04G is the same platform as the BM — same dimensions, same crossbar lock, same ceramic bearing pivot — with a material pairing that plays differently. Black stonewash blade against green micarta is a combination that reads as field-ready rather than decorative. It's a working knife aesthetic, and the performance backs it up.

Reviewers note perfect action, a blade that stays sharp a long time, and handles that look and feel great in hand. One describes it as a solid knife for under $50 — which undersells it. The crossbar lock engages with authority, the green micarta scales develop grip and patina with carry, and the 1.22'' blade width gives the Hornet its characteristic presence in hand.

At 4.3 oz it's a knife you feel. That weight is intentional — it translates to stability during use and a confidence in hand that lighter folders can't match. 14C28N Sandvik at 58-60 HRC is tuned for toughness and ease of sharpening alongside real-world edge retention. The drop point geometry handles everything an EDC knife encounters without asking you to think about it.

Black stonewash hides scratches, resists corrosion, and gets more character the longer you carry it. A knife that earns its reputation in the pocket, not on the shelf.