Is This Sleek and Stunning Flipper the Gentleman’s Knife of the Future?

We Knife brings shiny high-end materials to a head-turning blade that lives up to its geometry-centric name.

Close-up of a silver metal folding knife handle with a circular pivot screw on a black textured surface.

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By Steve Mazzucchi

Published February 6, 2026

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Updated February 6, 2026

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As steady as the basic elements are, the pocket knife world continues to evolve with every passing day.

One of the challenges for brands is how to progress while retaining the classic features so many of us love about well-crafted folding blades.

Silver folding knife with a straight-edged blade and a textured handle. — Thanks to its unique shape and sheen, the Anglex is sure to draw some double takes.

Amidst that struggle, We Knife stands out as a brand that consistently pushes the envelope and rewrites the rules of the form.

The latest example is the Anglex, which will likely have you rethinking the definition of a gentleman’s knife — in a good way.

City of angles

Right off the bat, the most striking thing about the Anglex has got to be its shape.

The streamlined, trapezoid and, yes, angular silhouette it cuts when deployed (to its full length of 8.68 inches) is quite eye-catching.

Folding knife with a silver metal handle and a straight-edged blade labeled "Prototype. — The titanium handle and Bohler M390 blade boast reliable performance and long-term durability.

Lest you think it is all sizzle and no steak, rest assured that this knife absolutely has the proverbial chops to make the cut — puns very much intended.

The business end is a 3.89-inch stonewashed satin-finished reverse tanto blade made of Bohler M390, a super steel boasting high levels of corrosion resistance, hardness and edge retention.

Close-up of a silver tanto-style folding knife blade with a stonewashed finish and a circular pivot screw. — Drawing inspiration from Japanese combat weapons such as the Bunka Bocho and Kiritsuke, the reverse tanto shape of the blade only adds to the aesthetic appeal.

In other words, although the aesthetic has gentleman’s knife vibes, it can absolutely spring into action to do a lot more than open very important letters.

Deployment is swift and smooth via a discreet rear flipper tab and caged ceramic ball bearing, while a nested liner lock holds everything firmly in place.

Closed silver folding pocket knife with a clip on one side. — With a closed length of 4.79 inches and a weight of 4.65 ounces, the Anglex is small and light enough for pocket carry.

Not to be outdone by that shimmering high-end steel, the handle itself offers its own charms.

Machined from 6AL4V titanium, it features a grippy ridge on the spine, decorative indentations and a tip-up right carry clip for easy toting.

The Anglex’s overall effect of making you look ahead of your time is just a bonus, really.

Availability and pricing

The We Knife Anglex will be available later this year for $357. You can sign up now to be notified the moment it drops.

Silver metal folding knife with a straight-edged blade and angular handle on a white background.

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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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