Overview & First Impressions
The Triassic is Bestechman's answer to the question of how small a useful folder can be: a 64 mm 14C28N blade with a hollow grind, a satin finish and a G10 handle, locked by a liner lock and offered in six colourways. The hollow grind is the interesting choice at this size, because it concentrates the edge geometry so a short blade still slices rather than splits. For anyone who carries a knife in a pocket that already holds keys and a phone, the Triassic is a sensible answer.
Materials & Construction
14C28N in a hollow grind is a pairing that rewards sharpening: the concave bevel is thin behind the edge, so the blade bites with very little pressure. It resists corrosion well, which matters for a knife that lives next to keys. The G10 handle is light and dimensionally stable, and the steel liners are kept thin to control weight. A satin finish on the blade hides fingerprints better than a polish and touches up with a strop. Nothing here is exotic, and that is deliberate.
Design & Details
The handle is short by design: three fingers on the grip and the index finger forward on the blade spine for detailed work. That is a legitimate way to use a small knife, and the Triassic's spine is shaped to support it. The liner lock is easy to reach, the thumb stud is positioned for a slow, controlled open, and the clip is a deep-carry design. The hollow grind runs almost to the spine, which makes the whole package feel thinner than the measurements suggest.
Real-World Use
This is a knife for pockets that are already full. It opens packaging, cuts tape, trims a zip tie, sharpens a pencil and slices fruit without asking for space. The short blade gives precise control at the tip, and the hollow grind means it does not skate on a tomato or a plastic bottle. Among EDC knives for city carry, the Triassic is one of the least obtrusive shapes available, and the six colours let it match a pen or a light.
Ownership Notes
The hollow grind makes maintenance easy: a few passes on a ceramic rod, following the curve, restores a working edge. Do not let the blade go completely dull, because re-establishing a hollow bevel by hand takes practice. Keep the pivot clean and oiled, and check the clip screws occasionally, since a small knife gets dropped. EdcMall stocks all six trims, and the brighter colours are the practical choice because they are easier to find on a dark floor. If the 64 mm blade feels too short, the Flick is the same family logic at 3.49 inches, so the decision is about pocket space rather than quality. Among Bestechman knives the Triassic is the one that gets carried most often precisely because it asks the least of you.
Who Is This For?
City dwellers, office workers, students and anyone who wants a knife that fits a small pocket. It suits people who cut light material and value a fine tip. It is not for heavy work, gloves or field dressing. As a first folder for someone nervous about carrying a knife, the size makes it an easy recommendation.
Final Verdict
The BMK17 is a well-judged small folder: 14C28N, a hollow grind that actually slices, and a handle short enough to justify the pocket space. It will not replace a full-size working knife, but it will be the one you reach for when you were not planning to need one. Buy it in a bright colour and stop losing it.
