The Hogue Extreme EX-04 series folder is a folding knife designed by Allen Elishewitz, inspired by his custom Hyde knife. The blade has two hollow ground bevels, giving it a visually appealing look while still being practical. It opens smoothly and locks securely in place with a plunge-lock and manual safety. The handle is ergonomically contoured for a comfortable and secure grip, and it also has a pocket clip for convenient tip-down carry. This particular model has a 3.5" upswept style blade and a black/gray lava G-Mascus G10 handle.
Specifications
Blade Steel: 154 Cm
Model Number: 34479
Lock Type: Safety
Blade Thickness: 0.15 inches
Handle Thickness: 0.6 inches
Blade Length: 3.5 inches
Open Length: 8 inches
Weight: 4.48 ounces
Blade Edge: Plain
Finish Color: Black
Style: Drop Point
Clip Type: Tip Down
Clip Position: Tip Down
Handle Material: G10
Use Case: Tactical
Origin: USA
Pros vs Cons
Based on online reviews from verified buyers around the web.
The knife is very well made with top-notch fit and finish.
The handle and hardware are beautiful.
The action on the knife is super smooth.
The blade is super sharp out of the box.
The push button lock is highly rated.
The ergonomics of the knife are very good.
The pocket clip works well for easy access.
The up-swept pocket clip design creates a small hot spot in the hand.
The knife edge was not sharp out of the box for some users.
One reviewer experienced issues with the spring being too weak to open the blade quickly.