Knafs Lander 3 handle scales
Knafs Lander 3 handle scales
In 2024, Knafs—the community-driven EDC knife brand founded in 2018 by YouTuber Ben Petersen (Ben Banters) and his wife Athena Petersen—launched the Lander 3 (model KNAFS-LANDER3 series) as the third iteration in their flagship Lander family. Announced via Kickstarter on April 9, 2024 (raising significant funds from backers), it shipped to supporters later that year and hit retail by late 2024
Building on the Lander 1 (2022, compact size) and Lander 2 (2023, larger with Clutch Lock), the Lander 3 returned to the original 2.75-inch blade length but upgraded with S35VN stainless steel for superior edge retention and corrosion resistance, paired with the refined Clutch Lock (Kizer's adjustable crossbar) for smooth, dead-tight action and enhanced fidget factor
Weighing ~3 oz with 6.75-inch overall length, it features thumb-stud deployment, caged bearings, textured G-10 or Micarta handles (multiple colors like Black G10, Moondust Micarta, Horizon Blue), and reversible deep-carry clip—ideal for everyday carry (EDC knives), urban tasks, and customization via open-source scales
Priced ~$140–$180 MSRP (China-made by Kizer), it earned rave reviews for iterative improvements, premium feel, and value—quickly becoming a bestseller with variants (clip-point, moondust finish, exclusive editions). The Lander 3 solidified Knafs' reputation for approachable, high-performance folding knives blending Ben's design expertise, community feedback, and real-world reliability