Cockatoo 440c Original Filipino Balisong butterfly Knife BF-24
Original price was: $148.95.$111.71Current price is: $111.71.
Blade Materials – 440c Stainless steel
Handle Materials – Stainless with Kamagong Wood Inserts
Overall Length – 24cm
Blade Length -12cm
Weight -180g
Handmade in Austin, TX. Ships Worldwide.
Every knife is built by hand in our workshop in Austin, Texas, by Filipino makers trained in the Batangas tradition. We ship to any country we are allowed to send a knife to. Free shipping inside the United States, 49 USD flat everywhere else. Shipping and delivery times
The BF-24 Cockatoo is the least expensive knife in this series.95: stainless steel frame, kamagong inserts, 440C blade, 24cm open, 180g. It exists for the person who wants a real hand-made Filipino balisong and has a budget. This page is about what you do and do not give up at the bottom of our range, because that is the only question that actually matters at this price.
Start here, since everyone else starts with the good news.
- No exotic handle material. Kamagong and stainless. No horn, no antler, no bone. Kamagong is a genuinely excellent ironwood, but it is the material we have the most of.
- This one has inserts, and the insert channels do part of that job for us.
- Not the traditional 29cm size. This is a 24cm frame. The full-size knives in this run cost more.
What it absolutely does get you
The same 440C. That is the part worth understanding.
Our cheapest knife and our dearest knife use identical steel at roughly the same 58 HRC hardness. We do not have a budget blade and a good blade. There is one blade material in this series and the price differences live entirely in the handle work and the size.
It also gets you the same fitted leather sheath, the same free US shipping, and the same option to have it unsharpened for the same price.
And it gets you a knife that was fitted by hand. The pivots were set by a person who closed it, felt the play, and adjusted it before it went in a box. That is the actual difference between this and the knives in the next section, and it is not a difference you can see in a photograph.
The knives you should be suspicious of instead
There is a large market below this price and most of it is not worth your money. The tells are consistent:
| What the listing says | What it usually means |
|---|---|
| “Stainless steel blade” | No grade given, because the grade is not good |
| “Damascus” under $40 | Acid-etched pattern on plain steel |
| No weight listed | Nobody weighed one |
| Ten animal names, one photo | Drop-shipped from a catalogue |
A grade is a number. 440C is a number. If a shop will not give you one, they have a reason and it is not modesty.
Specifications for this 440C kamagong butterfly knife
| Blade material | 440C stainless steel |
| Handle material | Stainless steel with kamagong wood inserts |
| Overall length | 24cm |
| Blade length | 12cm |
| Weight | 180g |
180g on a stainless frame
Slightly heavier than the 175g of most 24cm knives here and well short of the 195g Barb. The frame is stainless rather than brass, so it will not patina and it will not go warm brown over the years. It stays as it is.
For a first good balisong that is arguably an advantage. There is less to look after and less to worry about damaging while you are still dropping it regularly. Brass rewards patience. Stainless does not ask for any.
The name
Cockatoos are loud, showy and considerably smarter than they look. Two of those three apply to the cheapest knife in a range, which is the joke, and the third one is why we still put our own steel in it.
Trainer
The unsharpened option sits above the Add to Cart button and costs the same. At this price point that makes the Cockatoo the least expensive way to get a proper hand-made trainer with the correct weight and pivot feel, rather than a stamped aluminium thing that teaches you the wrong timing.
If you are buying your first balisong and you have never flipped, this is the specific combination we would put in front of you: cheapest knife in the range, ordered blunt.
Shipping your 440C balisong
Free in the United States. Flat $49 worldwide, no matter how many knives you order. Fitted leather sheath included.
the 440C comes out of the quench at 58-60 HRC. Harder than that and it chips; softer and you are sharpening it every fortnight.
Every knife is checked for lockup, pivot action and edge before it goes in the box. Nothing ships that we would not keep for ourselves.
Processing
Most orders leave the bench in 1 to 3 business days. If the knife you picked is not in stock we forge it for you, which takes roughly 2 to 3 weeks. Engraving adds a little time on top of that.
What shipping costs
- United States: free on every order.
- Everywhere else: a flat 49 dollars for the whole order, however many knives are in it, so two at once ship for the same as one.
How long it takes
- USA: 4 to 8 business days
- International: 8 to 14 business days, longer if customs takes an interest
Those are carrier estimates, not promises we can enforce.
Tracking
A tracking number reaches you by email as soon as the parcel is collected. Carriers often take 24 to 48 hours to start showing movement, so a quiet first day is normal.
Customs and local law
Import duty, VAT and customs fees are set by your own country and are yours to pay. Balisong law varies by country and by US state, so it is worth checking yours before you order.
The full detail lives on Order and Shipping and Return or Exchange.
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.
Checked four times
Detailed hand inspection, smoothness and pivot testing, blade alignment checks, and durability and finish quality control. If a knife doesn't meet our standards, it never reaches our customers.
Engraving available
Initials or short text $19 in the font you choose, a custom logo $29. Select it above Add to Cart and upload the logo file at checkout.
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.
Owner reviews
What owners say
24 reviews for Cockatoo 440c Original Filipino Balisong butterfly Knife BF-24
Shipping and returns
Processing
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.
We ship worldwide. The customer is responsible for customs, VAT and local legality.
Returns and exchanges Read the warranty
Victoria S. (verified owner) –
“Flipping your Balisong knives is a mesmerizing experience that showcases their balance.”
Henry L. (verified owner) –
“The craftsmanship of your Balisong knives is awe-inspiring. Truly exceptional.”
Zoey H. (verified owner) –
“Owning a Balisong is like possessing a piece of functional beauty. The design is top-notch.”
Gabriel W. (verified owner) –
“Flipping the Balisong knives is an experience that’s both graceful and precise.”
Liam B. (verified owner) –
“The wooden handles on your Balisong knives add a touch of warmth and character.”
Emma P. (verified owner) –
“Flipping the Balisong is a tactile pleasure. The precision is unmatched.”
Noah L. (verified owner) –
“The craftsmanship of your Balisong knives speaks volumes about your dedication to excellence.”
Sophia S. (verified owner) –
“Flipping your Balisong knives is a rhythmic experience. The precision and weight are spot on.”
Ava R. (verified owner) –
“The elegance and functionality of your Balisong knives make them a collector’s dream.”
Oliver J. (verified owner) –
“Owning a Balisong is like owning a piece of craftsmanship that’s timeless and functional.”
Emily G. (verified owner) –
“The balance and precision in your Balisong knives are a testament to your skill.”
Ethan M. (verified owner) –
“Flipping the Balisong is an experience that’s both gratifying and impressive.”
Jonathan Martin –
Does the job but I wasn’t blown away. Made in the USA and shipped from the US, arrived in a reasonable time. Blade needed some sharpening once it arrived. Not bad, not amazing either. Balisong Butterfly is hit or miss it seems. This one landed in the middle.
Peter Cox –
Knew this was a good one the second I felt the weight in hand. Fit and finish is way above what I expected at this price. Already planning my next pickup from this shop.
Harold Sullivan –
Best butterfly knife I’ve owned so far. Weight is perfectly balanced for flipping. This is my third order from Balisong Butterfly and they never disappoint. If you’re on the fence just get it. You won’t regret it.
Todd Ramos –
This balisong is a genuine work of art. Blade came shaving sharp straight out of the box. Can’t recommend this enough.
Paul Walker –
Absolutely love this balisong. Bushings feel buttery smooth after just a bit of use. Even the smaller details like the pivot screws are finished well. Fit and finish is way above what I expected at this price. Will definitely order again for another one.
Jonathan Martin –
Does the job but I wasn’t blown away. Made in the USA and shipped from the US, arrived in a reasonable time. Blade needed some sharpening once it arrived. Not bad, not amazing either. Balisong Butterfly is hit or miss it seems. This one landed in the middle.
Peter Cox –
Knew this was a good one the second I felt the weight in hand. Fit and finish is way above what I expected at this price. Already planning my next pickup from this shop.
Harold Sullivan –
Best butterfly knife I’ve owned so far. Weight is perfectly balanced for flipping. This is my third order from Balisong Butterfly and they never disappoint. If you’re on the fence just get it. You won’t regret it.
Todd Ramos –
This balisong is a genuine work of art. Blade came shaving sharp straight out of the box. Can’t recommend this enough.
Paul Walker –
Absolutely love this balisong. Bushings feel buttery smooth after just a bit of use. Even the smaller details like the pivot screws are finished well. Fit and finish is way above what I expected at this price. Will definitely order again for another one.
Harold Wright –
Did not expect this level of fit and finish for the price. Weight is perfectly balanced for flipping. Happy customer here, through and through.
Hannah Kim –
Feels way more premium than the price suggests. Comes with a nice pouch which is a nice touch. Happy customer here, through and through.