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The SOG Ultra XR Blackout Is A Next Generation Gentleman’s Knife

By Milena Radivojevic
Last Updated July 12, 2022
Milena Radivojevic
Milena is a language lover with great passion for traveling, alternative music, and classic novels. Following her love of the written (and spoken) word, she worked as a teacher, interpreter, and copywriter before entering the editorial world. The topics that inspire her most are cutting-edge technologies and environmentally sustainable products. She enjoys watching old movies and having an occasional yoga or pilates session in her free time. Additionally, coffee and cats are just two of the things she couldn’t live without.
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A fine new piece of EDC is coming from SOG, the company renowned for high-quality knives and multi-tools. At just under a quarter-inch thin and weighing a little over one ounce, the Ultra XR XHP is a light and ultra-durable daily carry pocket knife.

Made from stainless steel and carbon fiber, this ultra-light pocket knife can withstand a Volkswagen’s worth of pressure. Yes, you read that right.

SOG Ultra XR Blackout Folding Knife Specifications:

  • Blade steel type: CRYO CTS XHP
  • Blade thickness: 0.08 In
  • Edge type: Straight
  • Blade shape: Clip Point
  • Finish: TiNi
  • Locking mechanism: XR
  • Opening mechanism: XR, Thumb Hole
  • Overall length: 6.4 In
  • Closed length: 3.6 In
  • Blade length: 2.8 In
  • Weight: 1.2 oz

the sog ultra xr blackout knife

Ultraslim Yet Ultrastrong

Minimalistic, elegant, durable, and practical, the SOG’s Ultra XR sits perfectly in your pocket and has everything you could possibly need from an EDC piece. Compact and lightweight, it is 6.5mm thick and weighs only 34 grams or 1.2 ounces. It features a slimline design and premium light materials, making it excellent for travel.

The blade is crafted from CRYO CTS XHP stainless steel and the handle from carbon fiber: SOG only uses premium material in building their knives and tools. The latter is what helps keep this pocket knife so feathery light and comfortable to carry.

Due to the large amounts of carbon and chromium present, CTS XHP has excellent hardness, edge retention, and one of the best corrosion resistance of any stainless steel. The added Vanadium and Niobium give CTS XHP remarkable wear resistance.

Thanks to the clever XR Lock, the blade can be flicked open with just one hand and it will stay firmly locked open for ambidextrous operation.

There is also a titanium pocket clip that cleverly doubles as a money clip: a perfect detail to make the knife even more practical.

The Buy

The price tag on this handy little EDC piece is $154.95. While not cheap, they are selling like crazy, so hurry up and make your move.

Learn more at Sogknives.com.

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