Drop + Degnan Emrose Folding Knife

The Perfect Carry | The stiletto is one of the most iconic blades in history. Originally a needle-pointed weapon from 15th-century Italy, then a quintessential sidearm for rebellious gangsters (especially on the silver screen), it’s made an indelible mark on our culture. So, it should come as no surprise we wanted to make a version of our own. A collaboration with knifemaker Matt Degnan, the Emrose sports a slim profile, contoured handle scales, and a nimble blade with fast, snappy action. Weighing a mere 2.2 ounces and measuring just a half-inch thick, this speedy flipper conceals easily, yet rises to the challenge when needed. Backed by a titanium frame lock, the 3.2-inch blade is made from premium S35VN steel for an edge that’ll hold through thick and thin.Thanks to its slim frame and slender blade, the Emrose can navigate in tight spaces with ease. The flipper tab has strategic jimping for a solid grip. Once deployed, the flipper acts as a finger guard to prevent your fingers from sliding up into the blade’s edge. There’s also a hardened steel lockbar insert and an over-travel stop tab to preserve the life of the lock. As for the handle, it’s made primarily of 6AL4V titanium, with contoured inserts in micarta or carbon fiber. Whatever model you choose, the backspacer will be a perfect match to the inserts for a cohesive look. While the Emrose looks great without a clip, we’ve included one milled from titanium for tip-up carry on the right side.