A black metal utility knife shown in two positions: open on the left and closed on the right, labeled 'OPEN' and 'CLOSED' with a 'STONEWASH' label at the bottom. The knife has a textured, stone-washed finish.
Two slim black utility knife blades shown side by side on a plain white background, displaying both the serrated and unserrated sides.
Two black tactical utility knives shown side by side on a plain white background.
Bastion No. 01 - Stonewash blade detail
Bastion No. 01 - Stonewash editorial hero
Two black replacement utility knife blades shown side by side on a plain white background.
Bastion No. 01 - Stonewash - closed front
Two views of a dark gray tactical utility knife blade set against a solid black background, showing both the open blade profile and the closed handle profile.
Bastion No. 01 - Stonewash - edge profile
A Bastion Collection folding knife with a dark gray textured finish, shown open against a plain white background.
A black tactical replacement blade with a textured finish, featuring a serrated edge, a recessed handle slot, and a silver pivot screw, shown against a plain white background.
Bastion No. 01 - packaging
Bastion No. 01 - specification / edition
A tactical utility knife with a metallic silver blade and matching metal handle, shown vertically against a dark textured background.

Bastion No. 01 · Founder's Edition

Bastion No. 01 - Stonewashed

$299.00 $350.00
USD · Web price

Ships 5–7 business days.

Bastion No. 01 - Stonewashed

A straight-edge tanto folder built from M390 steel and milled titanium. Designed in Kansas City, made in Taiwan.

The Bastion No. 01 is a precision folding knife engineered for daily carry. Clean lines, satisfying flip 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.

Key Features

  • Textured sandblast finish with stone-tumbled depth and wear resistance.
  • Production numbers: 26A001–26A170
  • Straight-edge tanto 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)
  • Smooth, satisfying flip action
  • 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: Straight-edge tanto
  • Lock type: Frame lock (milled into handle)
  • Opening: Manual flipper tab
  • Blade length: 2.86 in
  • Overall length, open: 8.13 in
  • Handle width: 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.

    Shipping

    Orders ship from our location in the United States. You will receive tracking information once your order is processed. 

    Warranty + Returns

    We stand behind our work. If something goes wrong with your knife under normal use, contact us. Requested returns are accepted on unused knives in original condition within a 14-day window. See our returns & refunds page for more details. 

    SKU
    26A
    Availability
    168 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.