Hogue Ballista I Automatic Folder Knife, Tanto Blue

The Hogue Ballista I Automatic Folder Knife in Tanto Blue (brand part no. 64123) carries a 3.5-inch 154CM stainless steel Tanto blade finished stone tumbled with a flat grind and hand-honed edge. Hardened to 57-59 HRC through cryogenic heat treatment and machined to a 0.150-inch thickness, the blade opens to a full 8.0 inches overall and closes to 4.5 inches at 4.2 ounces. The matte blue 6061-T6 hard-anodized aluminum frame carries a fluted texture for grip, and a deep-carry louvred stainless steel pocket clip supports ambidextrous, right- or left-handed tip-up carry. A lanyard hole rounds out the carry options.

Key Specifications

• 3.5-inch 154CM stainless steel Tanto blade carries a flat grind and hand-honed edge with a stone-tumbled finish.
• 57-59 HRC hardness via cryogenic heat treatment delivers reliable, consistent edge performance.
• Matte blue fluted aluminum frame adds grip texture along with a distinct color apart from standard black.
• 8.0-inch overall length, 4.5-inch closed, 4.2-ounce weight balance a full-size blade with manageable carry.
• Deep-carry louvred ambidextrous pocket clip supports right- or left-handed tip-up carry.
• Lanyard hole adds another attachment option beyond the pocket clip.

Frequently Asked Questions

How hard is the blade steel? 57-59 HRC, achieved through cryogenic heat treatment of the 154CM stainless steel.

What color is the handle? Matte blue with a fluted texture, apart from the standard black finish.

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