The We Knife Banter is a compact everyday carry folding knife designed by Ben Petersen, engineered for dependable cutting performance and comfortable handling. It features a premium 73.7 mm CPM S35VN stainless steel drop point blade with a black stonewashed finish, hardened to 58-60 HRC for exceptional edge retention and durability.
Built with natural Cuibourtia wood handle scales over stainless steel liners, this knife delivers a secure, ergonomic grip in a lightweight 81.8 g profile. Smooth one-handed deployment is driven by dual titanium thumb studs operating on a caged ceramic ball bearing pivot, secured by a reliable nested liner lock mechanism.
Key Features
Model Number
2004K
Model Name
Banter
Overall Length
165.6 mm
Width
33.7 mm
Overall Height (Include Clip)
16.7 mm
Blade Length
73.7 mm
Closed Length
91.9 mm
Blade Thickness
2.5 mm
Handle Thickness
11.5 mm
Knife Weight
81.8 g
Blade Material
CPM S35VN
Blade Hardness
58-60 HRC
Blade Grind
Flat
Blade Finish
Black Stonewashed
Blade Type
Drop Point
Handle Material
Cuibourtia Wood
Handle Color/Finish
Wood
Liners Material
Stainless Steel
Liners Color/Finish
Black
Pocket Clip
Tip-Up, Left/Right
Clip Material
Stainless Steel
Screws Material
Stainless Steel
Thumb Stud Material
6AL4V Titanium
Pivot Assembly
Caged Ceramic Ball Bearing
Locking Mechanism
Nested Liner Lock
Designer
Ben Petersen
Frequently asked questions
What blade steel is used on the We Knife Banter?
The blade is made from CPM S35VN stainless steel with a black stonewashed finish and a hardness rating of 58-60 HRC.
What is the blade length and overall weight of the knife?
The knife features a 73.7 mm blade length and weighs approximately 81.8 g.
What type of locking mechanism does this knife use?
It utilizes a nested liner lock mechanism for secure blade lockup during use.
Is the pocket clip reversible?
Yes, the stainless steel pocket clip is configured for tip-up carry on both the left and right sides.
The We Knife Banter is a compact everyday carry folding knife designed by Ben Petersen, engineered for dependable cutting performance and comfortable handling. It features a premium 73.7 mm CPM S35VN stainless steel drop point blade with a black stonewashed finish, hardened to 58-60 HRC for exceptional edge retention and durability.
Built with natural Cuibourtia wood handle scales over stainless steel liners, this knife delivers a secure, ergonomic grip in a lightweight 81.8 g profile. Smooth one-handed deployment is driven by dual titanium thumb studs operating on a caged ceramic ball bearing pivot, secured by a reliable nested liner lock mechanism.
Key Features
Model Number
2004K
Model Name
Banter
Overall Length
165.6 mm
Width
33.7 mm
Overall Height (Include Clip)
16.7 mm
Blade Length
73.7 mm
Closed Length
91.9 mm
Blade Thickness
2.5 mm
Handle Thickness
11.5 mm
Knife Weight
81.8 g
Blade Material
CPM S35VN
Blade Hardness
58-60 HRC
Blade Grind
Flat
Blade Finish
Black Stonewashed
Blade Type
Drop Point
Handle Material
Cuibourtia Wood
Handle Color/Finish
Wood
Liners Material
Stainless Steel
Liners Color/Finish
Black
Pocket Clip
Tip-Up, Left/Right
Clip Material
Stainless Steel
Screws Material
Stainless Steel
Thumb Stud Material
6AL4V Titanium
Pivot Assembly
Caged Ceramic Ball Bearing
Locking Mechanism
Nested Liner Lock
Designer
Ben Petersen
Frequently asked questions
What blade steel is used on the We Knife Banter?
The blade is made from CPM S35VN stainless steel with a black stonewashed finish and a hardness rating of 58-60 HRC.
What is the blade length and overall weight of the knife?
The knife features a 73.7 mm blade length and weighs approximately 81.8 g.
What type of locking mechanism does this knife use?
It utilizes a nested liner lock mechanism for secure blade lockup during use.
Is the pocket clip reversible?
Yes, the stainless steel pocket clip is configured for tip-up carry on both the left and right sides.