Bastion No. 01 · Founder's Edition

Bastion No. 01 - Stonewashed

$350.00
USD · Web price

Ships 5–7 business days.

Bastion No. 01 - Stonewashed

A folding pocket knife with a 45° angled-point M390 blade and a milled titanium frame. Designed in Kansas City, made in Taiwan.

The Bastion No. 01 is a precision everyday tool. Clean lines, a smooth manual action, and a fully machined titanium frame define this first release. Each knife is individually serialized and limited to 510 numbered units across three metal finishes.

Intended use: everyday cutting tasks such as opening packages, cutting cord, trimming, and camp and kitchen chores. Manual folding pocket knife with a locking blade. No spring, no assist, no automatic opening.

Key Features

  • Textured sandblast finish with stone-tumbled depth and wear resistance.
  • Production numbers: 26A001–26A170
  • 45° angled-point straight-edge blade in M390 steel
  • Fully milled titanium handle, clip, and spacer
  • Frame lock milled directly into the handle
  • Polished stainless steel pivot screws (TM style)
  • Opens by hand, with an optional flipper pad for leverage
  • Individually serialized and numbered
  • Limited to 510 total units across three finishes
  • Designed in Kansas City, USA / Made in Taiwan

Specs

  • Blade steel: M390
  • Handle material: Titanium (milled)
  • Clip material: Titanium
  • Spacer material: Titanium
  • Pivot screws: Stainless steel, polished (TM style)
  • Blade style: 45° angled point, straight edge, plain (not serrated)
  • Lock type: Frame lock (milled into handle)
  • Opening: Manual. Opens by hand, or with the optional flipper pad on the spine. No spring, no assist, no automatic mechanism.
  • Blade length: 2.86 in
  • Overall length, open: 8.13 in
  • Handle width: 0.71 in (18.10 mm)
  • Handle height: 1.2 in
  • Weight: 5.15 oz
  • Packaging: Magnetic-closure rigid presentation case

Frame Lock Construction

The frame lock is machined directly into the titanium handle during the milling process. This integrated design eliminates separate lock components and creates a clean, reliable lockup with minimal play.

Serialization + Limited Run

Every Bastion No. 01 is individually serialized and numbered. This launch run is limited to 510 knives: 170 units per finish. Each production number is laser-marked and corresponds to its specific finish and sequence. Serial numbers are assigned by Bastion Collective and cannot be selected. Registration to the Founder's Registry is recommended within 30 days of delivery and is not required for warranty coverage.

Shipping

Ships from Kansas City, Missouri within 5 to 7 business days. United States addresses only. Tracking is emailed when your order ships. Inspect your knife on arrival and report any shipping or condition issues within 7 days with photos. See our shipping policy. Buyers are responsible for knowing their state and local knife laws.

Warranty + Returns

Covered by the Bastion Collective LLC Limited Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship under normal intended use, for as long as the original purchaser owns the knife. The warranty is non-transferable and service is repair-first. Full terms on the warranty page.

Returns are accepted on unused knives in original condition within 14 days of delivery. Email hello@bastionkc.com for authorization before shipping a return. See our returns & refunds policy for full terms.

SKU
26A
Availability
164 Available
Shipping and returns

Web orders ship in 5 to 7 business days. Each unit ships in its numbered box with the certificate of authenticity.

Warranty

Covered against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use, subject to the Bastion Limited Warranty.