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Böker’s Fan-Favorite Affordable Folder Looks Even Better with a Military-Inspired Makeover

The latest edition of the renowned German brand’s EDC standby is somehow simultaneously lightweight, rugged and elegant.

Close-up of a hand holding an olive green and black folding knife with a pocket clip.Böker
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By Steve Mazzucchi

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You know a pocket knife is a bona fide winner when the brand behind it consistently introduces new versions that retain the best features while adding fresh spins.

That’s very much the case with the Atlas, which is such a staple for Böker; more than two dozen variations are currently available on the brand’s site.

Folding knife with olive green handle and black blade labeled "Böker" on a green grid surface next to a black case and green pouch.
While the Atlas takes many forms, this new military-inspired treatment may be the most compelling yet.
Böker

Amidst that smorgasbord, the latest edition still manages to stand out from the pack, thanks in large part to its eponymous handle: the Böker Plus Atlas OD Green.

Army of one

As the name suggests, the highlight of this knife is the handle, which features ceramic-coated army green stainless steel.

The military vibes are hard to miss, though the knife itself is very much sized and shaped for EDC use, rather than tactical purposes.

Close-up of a hand holding a green folding knife with a black metal pocket clip.
Matte black hardware plays nicely with the olive drab finish of the stainless steel handle.
Böker

Toward that end, the handle offers an ergonomic, grip-friendly shape, plus a reversible tip-up pocket clip and a lanyard hole for easy carry. 

Along with the screws and rivets, those components are rendered in black, which nicely complements the handle’s hue.

Close-up of a stonewashed Böker folding knife blade with a nail nick on a textured surface.
Böker opted for a black PVD coating on the blade, the ideal choice for a knife with tactical vibes.
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The business end, meanwhile, is a 2.95-inch drop-point blade made of Swedish 12C27 steel with a black, scratch-resistant PVD coating, making for a matte finish that’s consistent with the rest of the aesthetic.

While that blade material resides squarely in the budget category, it nonetheless offers above-average corrosion resistance, durability and sharpening ease.

Folded olive green and black pocket knife resting vertically on a black textured case.
Nail nick blades, which typically require two hands to open, are legal in more places than just about any other option.
Böker

Like previous editions of the Atlas, this one goes old school with its engineering, courtesy of a nail nick and a slipjoint mechanism. 

These relatively uncomplicated elements help keep the overall weight refreshingly low, just 1.73 ounces.

Hand holding a folding knife with an olive green handle and black blade.
Unfolded, the knife measures 6.61 inches, leaving plenty of room for a sure grip and a capable cutting edge.
Böker

The two-handed opening and non-locking nature, combined with a blade under three inches, also make this knife legal to carry just about anywhere, whether you’re in uniform or a T-shirt and shorts.

Availability and pricing

The Böker Plus Atlas OD Green is available now for $60.

About the Author:

Now managing editor, Steve has served in a variety of roles with GP since 2019. Having previously written and edited for such publications as Men’s Health, Men’s Journal, Esquire and ESPN, he enjoys covering a range of topics — but mostly those pertaining to cycling, snow sports, pocket knives and motos — and dreams of a utopian world in which everyone’s bike seat is at the proper height.

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