Hinderer Jurassic handle scales

Hinderer Jurassic handle scales

In 2017, Rick Hinderer—founded his eponymous brand in 1996—released the Jurassic as a fresh addition to his lineup of premium tactical EDC knives. Debuting in May 2017 (announced via KnifeNews and dealer drops), it introduced a new midsize class bridging the XM-18 3" and 3.5" models, emphasizing flowing ergonomics and power-cutting performance

The Hinderer Jurassic features a ~3.375-inch blade (drop-point, slicer, spanto variants) in premium steels like CPM-S35VN (later MagnaCut upgrades) for exceptional edge retention and toughness. Weighing ~5–6 oz, it boasts titanium frame-lock construction, Hinderer Modular Backspacer System (HMBS), Tri-Way pivot (added in Gen 2 ~2020+), curved organic handle for natural grip, finger choil, and deep-carry clip—ideal for aggressive push-cutting, EDC, and hard use

Debuting with a more ergonomic, less angular profile than the XM-18 or Eklipse, it earned praise for comfort, balance, and refined aesthetics. Gen 2 updates (~2020) refined the design with modern grinds and features. Variants (hollow/flat grind, G-10, titanium scales) and limited editions followed, solidifying the Jurassic as a benchmark in premium folding knives and Hinderer's legacy of ergonomic innovation