Bestech Nogard BT2105E – 3.35" M390 Black Stonewash, Black Titanium + Canvas Micarta, Frame Lock

The Bestech Nogard BT2105E is a mid-size premium frame lock folder designed by KOMBOU and available at Going Gear, your authorized Bestech dealer. The BT2105E pairs a 3.35-inch M390 blade in black stonewash with a black titanium handle and natural canvas micarta inlays — a pairing that places organic warmth against an all-black tactical exterior in a way that is deliberately unconventional. At 114 grams and 4.64 inches closed, the Nogard sits in a practical mid-size position in the Bestech lineup, with ceramic ball bearings for smooth flipper deployment and a full titanium frame lock.

Nogard is dragon spelled backwards — and the BT2105E carries that design language through: a knife that looks like one thing on the surface (blacked-out tactical folder) and reveals something else in the details (warm, organic natural canvas micarta inlays that soften the all-black frame). KOMBOU's fourth Bestech titanium design in this series, the Nogard is the most understated of the four — a longer blade than the Nuke, a more tactical colorway than the Vigil, and a different handle material pairing from the Buwaya.

Key Features

• 3.35-Inch M390 Blade in Black Stonewash — The Bestech Nogard BT2105E uses M390 stainless steel from Bohler at 60-62 HRC with a black stonewash finish. At 3.35 inches, the blade sits between the compact Nuke BT2107E (2.65 inch) and the full-size Buwaya BT2203D (3.54 inch), providing a practical mid-size cutting length that covers most everyday tasks. The black stonewash is non-reflective and scratch-resistant, with the textured surface hiding micro-abrasion from regular carry and use.
• Black Titanium with Natural Canvas Micarta Inlays — The BT2105E handle pairs black stonewashed titanium with natural canvas micarta inlays — a contrast between the dark, tactical exterior and the warm, tan, linen-woven composite of the natural micarta. Canvas micarta is highly resistant to moisture and temperature variation, provides excellent grip texture in wet and dry conditions, and brings an organic, workmanlike aesthetic to what would otherwise be a purely tactical all-black knife. The E variant's natural canvas micarta is the lightest-toned inlay in the Nogard series — a warm tan against the black frame.
• Frame Lock with Ceramic Ball Bearings — The BT2105E uses a black titanium frame lock with ceramic ball bearings for smooth, fast, consistent flipper deployment. The frame lock's black titanium engagement is visually integrated with the knife's all-black handle scheme.
• KOMBOU Design — Fourth in the Bestech Series — The Bestech Nogard BT2105E is KOMBOU's (Grzegorz Grabarski's) fourth design in this Bestech titanium series, following the Nuke BT2107E, the Vigil BT2201D, and the Buwaya BT2203D. KOMBOU's range across these four models demonstrates the breadth of his design vocabulary: from the compact wharncliffe Nuke to the full-size Buwaya, from bronze titanium to retro green to black with natural micarta. The Nogard is the most classically proportioned of the four — a mid-size, full-coverage black knife with a warm inlay detail.
• Mid-Size Carry at 114 Grams — Despite the 3.35-inch blade and 4.64-inch closed length, the Bestech Nogard BT2105E weighs just 114 grams — lighter than the all-titanium Vigil BT2201D (117g) and significantly lighter than the full-size Buwaya BT2203D (150g). The natural canvas micarta inlays reduce overall handle mass compared to solid titanium panels, resulting in a larger knife that carries lighter than its size would suggest.

Who Is the Bestech Nogard BT2105E For?

The Bestech Nogard BT2105E appeals to a specific buyer at the intersection of tactical aesthetics and organic materials. Users who want a blacked-out M390 folder with more blade reach than a compact EDC will find the 3.35-inch black stonewash blade a practical step up from sub-3-inch models. Buyers drawn to natural materials — particularly natural canvas micarta — in an otherwise tactical color scheme will find the BT2105E's contrast between the black titanium and warm tan micarta a distinctive and functional combination. And KOMBOU collectors building the full Bestech KOMBOU series will find the Nogard the most mid-range, utility-focused entry in the four-knife set. Available at Going Gear, an authorized Bestech dealer, shipping from China inventory.

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel does the Bestech Nogard BT2105E use?

The Bestech Nogard BT2105E uses M390 stainless steel from Bohler, heat treated to 60-62 HRC with a black stonewash finish. M390 delivers exceptional edge retention, superior corrosion resistance, and excellent wear resistance. On a 3.35-inch blade, M390 edge retention means the knife stays sharp through extended everyday use and outdoor tasks without frequent resharpening.

What does the name Nogard mean?

Nogard is dragon spelled backwards. The name reflects KOMBOU's design approach on this model — a knife that subverts expectations by placing warm, organic natural canvas micarta inlays inside an all-black tactical titanium frame. On the surface a blacked-out stonewash folder; in the details, something warmer and more complex. The contrast between the dark exterior and the natural micarta inlays is the visual expression of the name.

What is natural canvas micarta and why is it used on the Nogard?

Natural canvas micarta is a composite material made from layers of linen or canvas fabric impregnated with phenolic resin under high heat and pressure. The result is a dense, stable material with a warm tan color, fine textile grain texture, and excellent resistance to moisture, temperature variation, and impacts. On the Bestech Nogard BT2105E, the natural canvas micarta inlays provide grip texture and a warm organic aesthetic contrast against the black stonewashed titanium frame. The natural colorway — a warm, undyed tan — is the same material used in the Bestech Tonic BT2204B and shares the same tactile and aesthetic character, but on a black titanium frame rather than grey.

Bestech Nogard BT2105E vs Bestech Tonic BT2204B — both have natural canvas micarta, which should I buy?

The Bestech Nogard BT2105E and the Bestech Tonic BT2204B both use natural canvas micarta inlays on titanium handles, but they are very different knives. The BT2105E Nogard (3.35 inch M390 black stonewash, black titanium frame lock, KOMBOU design, 114g) is a larger, more tactically styled folder with a conventional flipper deployment. The BT2204B Tonic (2.89 inch M390 satin sheepsfoot, grey titanium lockback, Colin Maisonpierre design, 90g) is smaller, lighter, with a sheepsfoot blade and a lockback mechanism — a more refined, understated carry. Choose the Nogard for a larger blade and all-black tactical aesthetic; choose the Tonic for the sheepsfoot geometry, lockback, and grey titanium colorway.

Bestech Nogard BT2105E vs Bestech Nuke BT2107E — which KOMBOU M390 should I buy?

Both the Bestech Nogard BT2105E and the Bestech Nuke BT2107E are KOMBOU-designed M390 black stonewash titanium frame lock folders, but they differ significantly in blade length, blade geometry, and handle treatment. The BT2105E Nogard (3.35 inch conventional blade, black titanium + natural canvas micarta, 114g) is the larger option with an organic inlay material and more blade reach. The BT2107E Nuke (2.65 inch modified wharncliffe, black titanium + orange G10, 114g) is more compact with a distinctive wharncliffe geometry and high-contrast orange accent. Interestingly, both weigh 114g despite the size difference — the Nogard's micarta inlays offset the larger blade and handle mass. Choose the Nogard for more blade length and a natural micarta aesthetic; choose the Nuke for wharncliffe precision and the orange tactical accent.

Bestech Nogard BT2105E vs Bestech Buwaya BT2203D — which large KOMBOU M390 should I buy?

The Bestech Nogard BT2105E (3.35 inch M390 black stonewash, black titanium + natural canvas micarta, 114g) and the Bestech Buwaya BT2203D (3.54 inch M390 black stonewash, pure retro green titanium, 150g) are the two larger KOMBOU Bestech M390 folders with black stonewash blades. The Nogard is lighter (114g vs 150g) due to the micarta inlays replacing solid titanium panels, carries more warmth in its handle aesthetic with the natural micarta, and has a slightly shorter blade. The Buwaya is heavier, larger, and pure titanium throughout in the distinctive retro green colorway. Choose the Nogard for a lighter carry and natural micarta warmth; choose the Buwaya for maximum blade length and the retro green all-titanium aesthetic.

Is the Bestech Nogard BT2105E worth the price?

Yes — the Bestech Nogard BT2105E delivers M390 blade steel, ceramic ball bearing flipper deployment, a black titanium frame lock with natural canvas micarta inlays, and KOMBOU design collaboration at a mid-size 3.35-inch blade length. At 114 grams despite the larger size, it is one of the lighter premium M390 titanium folders in this blade length range. Available at Going Gear, an authorized Bestech dealer.

Where can I buy the Bestech Nogard BT2105E?

The Bestech Nogard BT2105E is available at Going Gear, an authorized Bestech Knives dealer. The BT2105E currently ships from China inventory. Going Gear carries all four KOMBOU Bestech titanium designs: the Nuke BT2107E (2.65 inch wharncliffe, orange G10), the Vigil BT2201D (3.27 inch, bronze titanium), the Nogard BT2105E (3.35 inch, natural canvas micarta), and the Buwaya BT2203D (3.54 inch, retro green titanium).