BF-01 Bullet Ant 440c Original Filipino Balisong butterfly Knife
$151.25
Blade Materials – 440c Stainless steel
Handle Materials – Stainless Steel with Philippine Deer Horn Inserts
Overall Length – 29cm
Blade Length -14cm
Weight -210g
Hand-forged in the Batangas tradition
The balisong was born in Batangas, Philippines. Every knife in this catalogue is made by Filipino artisans and metalworkers, many from families with generations of experience, now working in the United States. Blades are ground from 440C stainless, D2 tool steel, VG10, high carbon and Damascus, and fitted to handles of kamagong ebony, carabao horn, Philippine deer horn and bone.
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A sheath with every knife
Every knife includes a fitted leather sheath. Both live blades and trainers are offered, and every order ships worldwide with tracking.
Buying more than one?
Trade pricing starts at ten pieces and reaches 45% under retail at volume, with your logo on the bolster. See wholesale and bulk, or design one from scratch.
Blade Materials – 440c Stainless steel
Handle Materials – Stainless Steel with Philippine Deer Horn Inserts
Overall Length – 29cm
Blade Length -14cm
Weight -210g
440C has a carbon (C) content of 0.95–1.20%, chromium (Cr) content of 16.00–18.00%, molybdenum (Mo) content of 0.75%, Manganese (Mn) content of 1.0%, and silicon content of 1.0%.[1]
440C is a 400 series stainless steel, and is the highest carbon content from 400 stainless steel series. It is usually heat treated to reach hardness of 58–60 HRC. It is a bearing steel, and used to make knife blades. 440C can be oil quenched to achieve maximum hardness.
About the BF-01 Bullet Ant — Authentic Filipino Balisong
The BF-01 Bullet Ant is part of our original Filipino balisong line — an authentic butterfly knife handmade in the Batangas tradition, not a factory reproduction. The blade is rust-resistant 440c stainless steel that holds a clean, bright edge with minimal care. The handles carry Philippine deer horn, each insert with its own natural grain and character. At 29cm overall and 210g, it balances beautifully in the hand – built to the classic Filipino pattern.
Because every knife is handmade, small variations in grain and finish make each BF-01 Bullet Ant one of a kind. Explore the full authentic Filipino balisong collection, or make this one yours with custom engraving.
Owner reviews
What owners say
201 reviews for BF-01 Bullet Ant 440c Original Filipino Balisong butterfly Knife
Shipping and returns
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Most orders ship in 1 to 3 business days.
USA delivery
4 to 8 business days, tracked door to door.
International
8 to 14 business days. Customs times vary by country.
Made to order
Out of stock pieces are handcrafted for you in 2 to 3 weeks.
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