N730 Mini Folding Pocket Knife 3.35" 14C28N Stainless Steel Blade

[Color: N730-G]
Preferred my Spyderco

[Color: N730-G]
Bought the green one for my son and was so impressed that I got the black one for myself. It's my new edc for the time being and if something were to happen to it, replacing it is cheap. The action is nice and fit and finish are well done. I would definitely recommend people to give it a try.

[Color: N730-G]
This compact folding knife punches above its weight for everyday carry and light outdoor use. The combination of Sandvik 14C28N steel and linen Micarta scales is a strong value proposition in the small EDC category.Key Specs (from listing)• Blade length: 3.35”• Steel: 14C28N stainless• Handle: Linen Micarta• Pocket clip included• Designed as a small EDC knife for men and womenBuild Quality & Materials14C28N is one of the best steels you can get at this price level. It offers a good balance of edge retention, toughness, and excellent corrosion resistance, while remaining easy to sharpen. It’s a noticeable step up from the 8Cr13MoV / 3Cr13 steels commonly found on cheap Amazon knives.The linen Micarta handle is a real highlight. It feels warmer and more premium than G10, provides solid grip (especially when wet or sweaty), and has a classic, understated look. Fit and finish on these types of knives can vary by batch, but the materials themselves are solid choices for a compact folder.Size, Carry & ErgonomicsAt 3.35” of blade, this sits in the sweet spot for legal and practical EDC in most places — large enough for real cutting tasks, small enough to disappear in a pocket. The pocket clip makes it easy to carry tip-up, and the overall package should be lightweight and non-bulky.Handle size will feel best in small-to-medium hands. Larger hands may find it a three-finger grip for heavier tasks, which is normal for knives in this size class.PerformanceOut of the box these typically come sharp and ready to work. 14C28N holds a working edge well through cardboard, packages, food prep, rope, and light camp chores. It won’t match premium steels like S35VN or MagnaCut for pure edge retention, but it sharpens very easily and resists rust better than many budget options.It’s well-suited for:• Daily EDC (opening boxes, cutting cord, food prep)• Hiking and light camping• Backup knifeIt’s not a heavy-duty survival or hard-use tool — don’t expect it to baton wood or pry.Pros• Excellent steel (14C28N) for the category• Comfortable, grippy linen Micarta scales• Compact and pocket-friendly size• Good corrosion resistance• Solid value for materials usedCons• Handle size may feel small for larger hands• Quality control and exact lock/action details can vary on non-branded knivesWho Should Buy It?Great choice if you want a capable, good-looking mini EDC with better materials than the typical ultra-budget options. Ideal for people who prefer a smaller knife that still uses quality steel and Micarta instead of plastic or basic stainless.

[Color: N730-B]
This knife has a very good solid lock up no play...Razer sharp out the box...Great grip...I got 100s of folders and the button lock is one of the best i have for button lock....killer knife guys.. thanks for the great deal.

[Color: N730-G, Color: N730-G]
The product page has changed. It used to list the Chinese version of AUS8 in the title and Sandvik 14c28n in the product page body. Now only 14c28n appears. While I am aware of the product page change, I have no real way of telling if this is actually Sandvik steel until I've had it for a while.The warranty card lists a serial number. I can't see that number on the knife, but I haven't taken it apart to look inside.The knife itself is very nice. It is a common blade design with assisted opening. Being left-handed, I'm not yet sure how I feel about the button lock. For a folder of this size, it is on the lighter side. It is 109 grams (3.8 ounces). The one I carried before this is 124 grams. The light weight does not compromise blade thickness. The bevel is halfway across the width and then they maximize the flat before a narrow swedge to the spine.The micarta style handle is very nice. Micarta is actually a brand name. I'm guessing they are simply using Micarta as a generic term and aren't actually getting material from Norplex.The liner material is not named but appears to be ABS. The lanyard hole is on the liner and not the handle. To me, this is a point of weakness as the handle cannot support the lanyard hole. Fortunately, I am a pocket clip person, so the lanyard hole doesn't matter. But I do wonder if the liner material will eventually get damaged where it protrudes beyond the handle.The action of this knife is excellent. It opens easily. It does not have thumb studs, but the flipper is more than enough to open the blade into a locked position. It indexes very well and the finger grooves are comfortable. Blade balances right behind the button lock. As stated, the button lock is awkward for a left-handed person. A right-handed person controls the button with their thumb. A left-handed person uses their index finger. I'll get used to it but right now it is awkward to me.In the 3rd image I'm trying to show that the knife will stand on the handle without the blade touching the table. I find this to be a very nice but rare design feature.Bottom line is that this is a very well designed and made folding knife for everyday carry and it is reasonably priced. I have a very large collection of knives and swords and right now this EDC ranks on the higher quality side of my collection. I've only switched to this EDC last week, but I haven't been without an EDC for over 50 years. So far it is an excellent addition to my collection and has done very well with the tasks it has faced so far.

[Color: N730-B, Color: N730-B]
I'm not much of a knife guy, and to me this is a nice little knife. Packaging is a bit over the top, with a box wrapped in plastic, that you push out one end to open. Inside, there's a zippered, velvet-lined pouch. Opening the pouch reveals the knife wrapped in bubble wrap inside the pouch's pocket. Not sure why you'd want a velvety pouch for a folding pocket knife, however.Also inside the pouch is a warranty card that lists a serial number, claiming: "Each knife is individually numbered for quality verification andproduction [sic] traceability." Can't say I could find a serial number on the knife, though I didn't bother taking it apart.There's a little cloth in a plastic bag, kind of like what comes with a new pair of glasses. The "Knife Care & Maintenance Guide" refers to using a soft cloth to oil the knife after washing, use, etc. The maintenance guide's instructions aren't that helpful, though.The build quality's pretty good. It opens and closes very smoothly and locks with a solid click. There's a nubbin at the hinge that allows one-handed opening. I particularly like the lock release button is it requires a bit more concerted effort than others. I don't mean it's hard to press, more that accidental pressure on the lock release button won't cause it to release as pressing it flush with the body of the knife isn't enough, it has to be pressed in a bit more with a fingernail or harder pressure with the pad of a finger or thumb to get it to release. This is a nice safety feature to avoid an unintentional closing and sliced fingers.The body of the knife is made from Micarta and mine, the black version, has an inner red layer that adds a nice design feature. The pocket clip is firm enough to keep it attached to whatever it's clipped to.In all, a nice pocket knife that comes out of the box oiled with a nice edge. Well made.

[Color: N730-G, Color: N730-G]
Summary - really well finished, budget friendly, aesthetically pleasing EDC knife.This is AUS8 steel. It’s a solid choice for a budget friendly EDC knife. Think of it like your chrome vanadium tools with more carbon. Pretty much stainless, trends more toward toughness than edge retention. Finish on the blade is beautiful, no scratches, no blemishes, everything in the spine is nicely rounded and smooth. Sharpened edge extends all the way to the finger choil. Seems to be a SLIGHTLY convex grind.Open operation is silky smooth. Opening nubs feels good on the finger and doesn’t take a ton of pressure. My only very slight criticism may be a slightly deeper pocket for the lock release. This is a balance, you need the lock release to be resistant to palm pressure, but also something you can push with your fingertip. You may need to use your fingernail to depress the lock release fully, but this is a super nitpicky detail. The lock release works fine. I snapped a photo of the lock release profile.Micarta is also really well finished. Can’t tell what exactly it’s made of, the term Micarta is a catch-all term for any kind of fabric epoxy composite, but regardless, it looks good. Again, the finishing here is great. No burns from sanding, no fabric fuzzing from crappy epoxy. Nice contours and very smooth.Internal frame is skeletonized and looks very good as well.It may not be the most top of the line steel in the world, but for this price, I am duly impressed with the quality here.

[Color: N730-B]
I actively tried to find something I didn't like about this knife. I guess the case it came in?The handle is super comfortable and grippy. I'm a fan of micarta scales and this is a well-made, well designed shape.I love flipper knives and this has a good sized flipper, but it's shaped such that it doesn't grab the fabric of my pocket. The flipping action is positive and fast.The clip has a prominent logo but is otherwise good - plenty of room for jeans seams and easy to pull while holding tight. They advertise "flexible carry options" but that really just means you can take the clip off. There's no other place to put it—it's tip-up only.The blade is a nice sturdy shape, with a good length, a comfortable spine and jimping, and a small guard (from the flipper). I wouldn't say the choil is usable for fine work—it's a little tight for my finger—but it should be easy to sharpen at that end of the blade. It's a fairly common premium steel (also used by Spyderco and others) that should hold an edge well, though I haven't had to sharpen it or anything yet for this early review.Flipping is fast but it stays securely closed; spring tension is just right.I'm not a huge fan of button locks—they always feel a little gritty from metal to metal there. This one is smooth enough and locks up well. I'd trade it for an axis lock, though.I'm not one who uses lanyards or beads or whatever but there's a hole at the back.I happened to open a gerber knife in a blister pack on the same day, and I really appreciate the thoughtful packaging that PRQ used. It's a nice slide box, and then the knife was in a soft zipper case with the paperwork. I can't imagine storing it (or carrying it!) in the zipper case but it indicates an attention to detail.I've not heard of PRQ knives—it appears to be a "budget" Chinese brand—but it hits above its price point and I couldn't really find any major or minor flaws. Comparable or better than knives like Kizer or QSP. Five stars.