Description
KUV3789A1: V3789A1 Vanguard Pokiman CD Drop Point Folding Knife - Black Micarta
Kizer Cutlery
The Vanguard Pokiman is the kind of everyday folder that feels instantly familiar in the best way possible. If you're a fan of clean, functional designs like the Kizer Original, this knife lands squarely in that sweet spot, delivering straightforward usability with a few thoughtful upgrades.
Built around a well-balanced drop point blade in AEB-L stainless steel, the Pokiman CD is tuned for real-world cutting tasks, offering excellent edge stability, corrosion resistance, and easy maintenance. The flat grind keeps it efficient through cardboard, food prep, and light utility work, while the smooth bearing pivot ensures quick, controlled deployment every time. The Clutch Lock makes this knife completely ambidextrous, pairing naturally with the dual-position deep-carry clip for true left- or right-handed carry. Black Micarta scales add a touch of warmth and grip, giving the knife a comfortable, broken-in feel straight out of the box. With multiple blade shape options available across the lineup, the Pokiman series offers something for every preference - but this configuration nails the balance between simplicity, comfort, and everyday performance.
Specifications
- Blade Length: 3.16" (80.16 mm)
- Closed Length: 4.21" (106.91 mm)
- Overall Length: 7.36" (187.07 mm)
- Blade Material: AEB-L Stainless Steel
- Thickness: 0.110" (2.8 mm)
- Blade Hardness: 58-60HRC
- Blade Style: Drop Point
- Blade Grind: Flat
- Blade Finish: Gray Stonewash
- Handle Material: Black Micarta
- Locking Mechanism: Clutch Lock
- Pivot Assembly: Bearings
- Pocket Clip: Deep Carry (Tip-Up, Right/Left Carry)
- Weight: 3.07 oz. (87.1 g)
- Made in China
UPC Code: 6970270338261
Micarta Handles
Micarta is a compressed layered composite sealed within a thermosetting plastic which creates a strong, attractive material that is impervious to water.
Kizer Cutlery Vanguard Pokiman CD Clutch Lock Folding Knife 3.16" AEB-L Gray Stonewashed Drop Point Blade, Black Micarta Handles, Reversible Deep Carry Clip
(1 review) 5.0 out of 5 stars
Kizer Cutlery Vanguard Pokiman CD Clutch Lock Folding Knife 3.16" AEB-L Gray Stonewashed Drop Point Blade, Black Micarta Handles, Reversible Deep Carry Clip Scott
Morrison, Co
Feb 27, 2026
Pros: Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip
Cons: None
great knife, great price
This is a great knife for the price, Like many knife collectors, I am always looking for that perfect EDC knife. This knife gives the BM bugout a run for its money. The blade is almost identical with the grind, but just a slightly more narrow top to bottom. The action is really good, it has a good fidget factor with the smooth snap open and close. The DLC blade coating is nice, as are the micarta scales. The handle shape is better than the bugout with a choil that allows a grip up on the blade for fine cutting, and a good grid overall for cutting up those boxes for recycling. I buy alot of knives, but don't often review. This one is on my top favorites, for EDC, do everything type knife. I highly recommend it!
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