Mr Blade HT-1 handle scales
Mr Blade HT-1 handle scales
In 2017, Mr. Blade—the Russian premium EDC knife brand founded in 2015 by reviewer Alexey Mikhailov (Mr. Blade)—released the HT-1 as a heavy-duty tactical folder emphasizing robustness and hard-use capability
Inspired by the need for a reliable "boat anchor" blade with aggressive aesthetics, the Mr. Blade HT-1 debuted in mid-2017 (early reviews and sales noted summer 2017). It features a 3.9-inch (99 mm) drop-point blade in tough D2 tool steel (stonewash or black finish, 4 mm thick) for exceptional edge retention, impact resistance, and slicing power. Weighing ~5–6 oz with 9-inch overall length, it includes a sturdy liner lock, flipper deployment, ball bearings for smooth action, textured G10 handles (black or green variants), steel liners, and deep-carry clip—ideal for tactical EDC knives, survival, and demanding tasks
Priced ~$80–$120 (China-made with strict QC), it quickly gained cult status for tank-like build, grippy ergonomics, and value—praised in tests for withstanding extreme abuse. Variants (stonewash, black, serrated) followed, cementing the HT-1 as a benchmark in Russian heavy-duty folders and Mr. Blade's reputation for bold, functional tactical knives