Civivi
CIVIVI Button Lock Praxis Flipper Knife Aluminum Handle (3.75" Nitro-V Blade) C18026E-2
Quick Verdict
The CIVIVI Button Lock Praxis is a solid EDC flipper featuring a 3.75" Nitro-V blade with good corrosion resistance and edge retention. Its innovative button lock with spring tension provides secure closure while preventing accidental opening. The aluminum handle is lightweight, and the caged ceramic ball bearing pivot delivers smooth, fast deployment. At 3.94oz, it's a practical everyday carry option with excellent value in the $70-100 range.
What We Like
- Nitro-V blade steel offers good corrosion resistance and edge retention
- Button lock with spring tension prevents accidental opening while allowing smooth release
- Caged ceramic ball bearing pivot ensures fast, smooth deployment
Considerations
- Aluminum handle may lack grip in wet or sweaty conditions
- Flipper-only opening mechanism limits versatility compared to dual-opening knives
Overview
Specifications:
Model Number: C18026E-2Model Name: Button Lock Praxis Overall Length: 8.62" / 218.9mmWidth: 1.54" / 39mmOverall Height (Include Clip): 0.68" / 17.2mmBlade Length: 3.75" / 95.2mmClosed Length: 4.87" / 123.7mmBlade Thickness: 0.12" / 3mmHandle Thickness: 0.47" / 12mmKnife Weight: 3.94oz / 111.6g Packing Dimension: 15.3*6.5*3.3cmTotal Weight After Packing: 6.55oz / 185.6g Blade Material: Nitro-VBlade Hardness: 59-61HRCBlade Grind: FlatBlade Finish: Satin FinishedBlade Type: Drop Point Handle Material: AluminumHandle Color/Finish: SilverBack Spacer Material: AluminumBack Spacer Color/Finish: Silver Pocket Clip: Tip-Up, L/RClip Material: Stainless SteelScrews Material: Stainless SteelPivot Assembly: Caged Ceramic Ball BearingLocking Mechanism: Button Lock*Note that the button lock is designed with a spring under the button to provide just the right amount of tension so that there is enough resistance to avoid accidental opening, while still offering the ideal amount of pressure to release the lock. Designer: CIVIVI
Technical Specifications
8 specs Brand Civivi
Category Knives
Weight 111.6g (3.9 oz)
Material Aluminum
Blade Steel Nitro-V
Blade Length 3.75mm
Blade Shape Drop Point
Lock Type Button Lock
Opening Type Flipper