Rick Hinderer Knives: innovative knives with iconic finish

What makes Rick Hinderer Knives unique?

Rick Hinderer Knives is a staple in the knife world. The brand is known for its robust designs that are practical and can handle tough conditions. The characteristic stonewash finish on the blades is a distinctive feature, as is the combination of design and functionality. Each knife is made with attention to detail, making Hinderer Knives a favourite among professionals and collectors.

Hinderer Knives series

Hinderer XM18 3.0

The XM18 3.0 is Hinderer Knives' flagship knife. An archetype the characteristics of which can be seen in many other Hinderer designs. This compact but sturdy pocket knife is ideal for both everyday use and intensive tasks. The blade’s notch makes it possible to exert extra power during use. It's a knife that brings both its looks and functionality, a perfect combination.

Hinderer XM18 3.5

The XM18's collection medium-sized version is a versatile workhorse with a 9 cm blade for intensive use. It offers the same robustness and finish as the XM18 3.0, but bigger.

Hinderer XM24 4.0

The XM24 4.0 is the largest model of the XM collection. Despite its impressive size, it is easy to open with the flipper or thumb stud, making it ideal for heavier tasks.

Hinderer Full Track

The Hinderer Full Track is a large pocket knife for heavier cutting work. It's an imposing EDC knife that feels great in hand. All Hinderer Full Track knives are equipped with the Tri-Way pivot system. This means that in addition to standard ball bearings, you can also conveniently install the phosphor bronze and Teflon washers which are included. Incidentally, you easily store these extra washers in the milled space in the handle. This way, you always have the washers with you should you want to change them.

Hinderer Jurassic

The Rick Hinderer Knives Jurassic is an EDC pocket knife that looks a lot like the XM18 but is slightly different. Similarities are the lockbar insert and the tri-way-pivot system with the different bearings options. The ergonomics, however, are different. The blade is located at a different angle in relation to the handle. The large finger groove in between the flipper and the edge is also missing.

Hinderer Outdoor

Besides knives, Hinderer also produces high-quality pens with Fisher Space Pen refills. These are modular, making parts interchangeable, and perform excellently under extreme conditions.

Hinderer Knives product types

Hinderer pocket knives

Rick Hinderer pocket knives are robust and real workhorses. While they are sturdy and reliable, careful consideration has been given to every detail, resulting in user-friendly pocket knives. The pocket knives are made with high-quality materials like CPM steel. CPM steel is an incredibly stainless type of steel with a fine structure to make sure it stays sharp for a long time.

Rick Hinderer fixed knives

Hinderer's fixed blades, such as the Fieldtac 6, are ideal for outdoor use and survival. With an impressive blade length of 27.3 cm, this knife is suitable for cutting wood or even felling small trees. For hunters, Hinderer offers knives such as The Emmet, with a bowie-like blade that is perfect for gutting game.

Rick Hinderer accessories and spare parts

Rick Hinderer Knives offers a range of high-quality parts that allow you to personalise and optimise your knife. For example, there are complete hardware kits available for models such as the XM18 3.5" Skinny Slicer, including screws, standoffs and pivot bolts in various finishes such as stonewashed bronze or working finish. There are also kits for the XM24 4" and Eklipse 3.5" models, made of materials such as titanium, brass or copper.

With these parts, you can not only customise the aesthetics of your knife but also improve its functionality and durability according to your preference.

About Rick Hinderer Knives

Rick Hinderer started making decorative knives in a small cabin without electricity or running water in the mid-1980s. His experiences as a blacksmith, horse trainer and firefighter greatly shaped his designs. These tough professions taught him the importance of a knife being reliable and functional. His philosophy is simple: a knife should support you, never the other way around. This principle is reflected in every Hinderer knife, known for its sturdiness, functionality and craftsmanship. Today, Rick Hinderer is recognised worldwide as a leading brand for premium knives that offer performance and durability.