The SOG Knives Hidaka XR folding knife brings together precision Japanese design and robust American engineering into a compact carry piece that's equally at home in a tool roll, pack, or everyday pocket. Designed by renowned Japanese knife designer Kiku Matsuda, this folder pairs a 4-inch 3V steel blade with a modified tanto geometry—a shape that rewards both utility cuts and controlled detail work. At 9 inches overall with a balanced Micarta handle, it delivers the feel and performance of a larger fixed blade without the sheath commitment, making it ideal for hunters, campers, and field workers who need something that handles real tasks without drawing attention.

Where the Hidaka XR truly stands out is the SOG XR lock mechanism, engineered to withstand 1500 pounds of force. That's the kind of security that lets you work confidently in rough conditions or awkward angles—you're not babying the knife or second-guessing the lock. The satin finish on the 3V steel is both a practical choice for durability and a clean aesthetic that won't catch light or snag in gear.

This is a tool for people who actually use their knives, not collectors looking for wall ornaments. Whether you're field dressing game, processing camp firewood, or maintaining gear, the Hidaka XR delivers the backbone of a fixed blade in the practicality of a folder. Comes in the olive presentation box as shown.

The SOG Knives Hidaka XR folding knife brings together precision Japanese design and robust American engineering into a compact carry piece that's equally at home in a tool roll, pack, or everyday pocket. Designed by renowned Japanese knife designer Kiku Matsuda, this folder pairs a 4-inch 3V steel blade with a modified tanto geometry—a shape that rewards both utility cuts and controlled detail work. At 9 inches overall with a balanced Micarta handle, it delivers the feel and performance of a larger fixed blade without the sheath commitment, making it ideal for hunters, campers, and field workers who need something that handles real tasks without drawing attention.

Where the Hidaka XR truly stands out is the SOG XR lock mechanism, engineered to withstand 1500 pounds of force. That's the kind of security that lets you work confidently in rough conditions or awkward angles—you're not babying the knife or second-guessing the lock. The satin finish on the 3V steel is both a practical choice for durability and a clean aesthetic that won't catch light or snag in gear.

This is a tool for people who actually use their knives, not collectors looking for wall ornaments. Whether you're field dressing game, processing camp firewood, or maintaining gear, the Hidaka XR delivers the backbone of a fixed blade in the practicality of a folder. Comes in the olive presentation box as shown.