Metal Keychain · US
Microblade
The ultimate expression of the minimalist multi-tool trend, integrating a highly useful tool (a knife) into a form factor small enough for any keychain.
Product signals
- Brand
- WESN
- Source
- brand_models
- Key features
- Miniature folding knife · Keychain carry · Functional blade · Compact design
- Source mentions
- Who What Wear (US), Vogue (US), Hypebeast (International), Highsnobiety (International)
Specification variants
3 static directions are available for this theme.
value-oriented
Stainless Steel Liner-Lock Keychain Knife
- Overall Length (Open)
- 3.80 inches (9.6 cm)
- Overall Length (Closed)
- 2.30 inches (5.8 cm)
- Blade Material
- 8Cr13MoV Stainless Steel
- Blade Length
- 1.5 inches (3.8 cm)
- Blade Type
- Folding blade
- Handle Material
- Stainless Steel with one G10 scale
- Handle Color (G10 options)
- Black, Blue, Red
- Handle Color (Stainless Steel)
- Stonewashed
- Weight
- 1.2 ounces (34 g)
- Locking Mechanism
- Liner-lock
- Bearing Mechanism
- Phosphor bronze washers
- Pocket Clip
- Yes
- Keychain Hole
- Yes
- Hardware Material
- Stainless steel
To appeal to the value-oriented segment, this design uses more cost-effective materials. The blade is made from 8Cr13MoV stainless steel, a reliable budget-friendly option, and the handle is stainless steel instead of titanium. The locking mechanism is a liner-lock, which is simpler and cheaper to produce than a frame-lock. Finally, it uses phosphor bronze washers instead of ceramic bearings, which reduces cost while still providing smooth operation.
mid-tier
Titanium Frame-Lock Keychain Knife with Wharncliffe Blade
- Overall Length (Open)
- 3.75 inches (9.5 cm)
- Overall Length (Closed)
- 2.25 inches (5.7 cm)
- Blade Material
- D2 tool-grade steel
- Blade Length
- 1.5 inches (3.8 cm)
- Blade Type
- Folding Wharncliffe blade
- Handle Material
- Grade 5 Titanium Scales
- Handle Color
- Bead-blasted Titanium, Anodized Blue
- Weight
- 0.9 ounces (25.5 g)
- Locking Mechanism
- Frame-lock
- Bearing Mechanism
- Steel ball bearings
- Pocket Clip
- Yes, deep-carry design
- Keychain Hole
- Yes
- Hardware Material
- Stainless steel
To differentiate, this version introduces a Wharncliffe blade shape, offering a different cutting profile that is excellent for utility tasks and precision cuts. The handle is offered in different finishes, such as bead-blasted or anodized blue, to provide a unique aesthetic. It also features a deep-carry pocket clip for more discreet carry. The use of steel ball bearings provides a smooth action at a more moderate cost than ceramic.
premium
Damascus Steel Frame-Lock Keychain Knife with Carbon Fiber
- Overall Length (Open)
- 3.75 inches (9.5 cm)
- Overall Length (Closed)
- 2.25 inches (5.7 cm)
- Blade Material
- Damascus steel (VG10 core)
- Blade Length
- 1.5 inches (3.8 cm)
- Blade Type
- Folding blade
- Handle Material
- Grade 5 Titanium with a Carbon Fiber inlay
- Handle Color
- Polished Titanium with black Carbon Fiber
- Weight
- 0.8 ounces (22.7 g)
- Locking Mechanism
- Frame-lock with a steel lock-bar insert
- Bearing Mechanism
- Ceramic ball bearings
- Pocket Clip
- Yes, sculpted titanium
- Keychain Hole
- Yes, integrated into the backspacer
- Hardware Material
- Titanium (anodized bronze)
To target the premium market, this derivative uses upgraded and luxurious materials. The blade is crafted from Damascus steel with a high-performance VG10 core, offering both a unique aesthetic and excellent edge retention. The handle combines Grade 5 Titanium with a carbon fiber inlay for a sophisticated look and reduced weight. It also features a steel lock-bar insert for enhanced durability of the frame-lock, a sculpted titanium pocket clip, and anodized titanium hardware for a fully custom feel.