Gear New: Bastion Carbon Fiber EDC Knives Incoming September 23, 2016 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Read our affiliate policy. Find out more about how we test products. Bastion tells us they're pleased to present a line of carbon fiber knives for EDC (every day carry). They offer the tools in 4 variations of 2 designs; the Bastion All Carbon Fiber EDC / Neck Knife (available in straight or curved handle) and the Bastion Gentlemen's Carry Knife (available with either a carbon fiber or ceramic blade). The straight handled Neck Knife weighs a mere 0.3 ounces (1.1 oz with the kydex sheath and ball chain necklace) and the curved handle Neck Knife weighs .04 ounces (1.3 oz with the sheath and ball chain). Both blades are 2.25 inches in length.Neither sports scales on the handle, and there doesn't appear to be any jimping on the spine. The Gentlemen's Carry Knives are folders and have longer blades than the Neck Knives, measuring 3.25 inches on the blade with a total length of 7.5 inches. Both folders weigh in at 2.1 ounces, feature a tip down clip, and lanyard hole. Here are the specifics Bastion gives us. New: Bastion Carbon Fiber EDC Knives The Bastion All Carbon Fiber EDC / Neck Knife Straight Handle: We are very pleased to present our ALL CARBON FIBER EDC / NECK knife. Perfect minimalist carry piece, very stylish design. This knife will not replace any steel blade and not intended to be used for fine cutting. However, will work in emergency situations. You will love the weight of this knife. A must for any EDC. Blade length 2.25″ Overall length 5.25″ Weight (knife only) 0.3oz Weight (knife with the kydex sheath and ball chain) 1.1oz The knife features a pure 3K carbon fiber blade. Gift box packaging, sheath and ball chain included The Bastion All Carbon Fiber EDC / Neck Knife Curved Handle: We are very pleased to present our ALL CARBON FIBER EDC / NECK knife. Perfect minimalist carry piece, very stylish design. This knife will not replace any steel blade and not intended to be used for fine cutting. However, will work in emergency situations. You will love the weight of this knife. A must for any EDC. Blade length 2.25″ Overall length 5.62″ Weight (knife only) 0.4oz Weight (knife with the kydex sheath and ball chain) 1.3oz The knife features a pure 3K carbon fiber blade. Gift box packaging, sheath and ball chain included The Bastion Gentlemen's Carry Knife-Carbon Fiber Blade: Our gentlemen's carry pure carbon fiber blade knife is ultra-light, slim and stylish, making it an ideal minimalist carry piece. The knife features a pure 3K carbon fiber blade. The handle is made of pure 3K carbon fiber making it very durable and corrosion resistant. The knife features a tip-down clip and a lanyard hole. A truly unique gentlemen's carry piece. Blade length: 3.25″ Overall length: 7.50″ Weight: 2.1 oz Handle length: 4.25″ Handle thickness: 0.34″ Gift box packaging The Bastion Gentlemen's Carry Knife-Ceramic Blade: Our gentlemen's carry ceramic blade knife is ultra-light, slim and stylish, making it an ideal minimalist carry piece. The knife features a ceramic blade with exceptional edge retention. The handle is made of pure 3K carbon fiber making it very durable and corrosion resistant. The knife features a tip-down clip and a lanyard hole. A truly unique gentlemen's carry piece. Blade length: 3.25″ Overall length: 7.50″ Weight: 2.1 oz Handle length: 4.25″ Handle thickness: 0.34″ Gift box packaging Bastion notes that the carbon fiber blades will break if used to pry, will not replace your steel blades, and should be considered a novelty item. They also note the ceramic blade should not be used to pry either as it will break. 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