Bestech Torpedo BG17D-2 D2 Blade G10 Handle Liner Lock Folding Kinfe

The Bestech Torpedo BG17D-2 represents a refined approach to everyday carry design, combining proven materials with thoughtful engineering. This folding knife features a D2 steel blade finished in black stonewash with satin accents, delivering excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance for demanding use. The G10 handle in striking orange provides superior grip security and durability, while the steel clip ensures reliable pocket carry. A ceramic ball bearing system enables smooth, responsive blade deployment with minimal friction over extended use. The liner lock mechanism offers dependable one-handed operation and secure blade lockup during cutting tasks. At 7.54 inches fully extended and just 4.33 inches closed, this knife balances cutting capability with practical portability. Weighing only 120 grams, it won't burden your pocket or pack. Designed by Bestech, the Torpedo BG17D-2 delivers professional-grade performance in a compact, versatile package ideal for professionals, outdoor enthusiasts, and serious knife collectors.

 

SPECIFICATIONS

Blade Material: D2
Blade Finish: Black Stonewash + Satin
Handle Material: G10

Clip Material: Steel
Describe: Liner Lock
Handle Color: Orange

Ball Bearing: Ceramic
Overall Length: 7.54" (191.5 mm)
Closed Length: 4.33" (110 mm)

Blade Length: 3.21" (87 mm)
Blade Thickness: 0.126"(3.2mm)
Knife Weight: 120g
Designer: BESTECH

Bestech Torpedo BG17D-2 - D2 Drop Point Flipper with Liner Lock

The Bestech Torpedo BG17D-2 is a mid-size tactical flipper built around a 3.21 inch D2 tool steel drop point blade with a flat grind and a Black Stonewash + Satin two-tone finish. It rides ceramic ball bearings, locks up on a proven liner lock and carries on a reversible clip inside a contoured Orange G10 handle. At 7.54 inches open and 120 g it is a genuine working folder. More EDC gear at EDCMALL.

D2 Tool Steel: Hard-Working Edge Retention

D2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium semi-stainless tool steel heat treated to roughly 59-61 HRC on the Torpedo. It holds a working edge far longer than the budget stainless steels it competes with on price, and the black stonewash + satin finish wears honestly instead of hiding behind a coating. The trade-off is that D2 is stain-resistant rather than fully stainless, and its dense carbides want a diamond plate, so budget for the right stone. Compare it with CPM-S35VN, 154CM and 14C28N - or browse every D2 steel knife in the store.

Why the Bestech Torpedo Belongs in Your Pocket

• 3.21 inch D2 drop point blade with a flat grind and a black stonewash + satin two-tone finish.
• Flipper tab deploys the blade on smooth ceramic ball bearings and doubles as a guard.
• Contoured textured Orange G10 scales with a forefinger groove for a locked-in grip.
• Spine jimping gives a positive thumb ramp for controlled push cuts.
• Open-backed construction with stainless spacer sleeves: light, stiff and easy to clean.
• Reversible tip-up stainless clip suits left- or right-handed carry.
• 120 g (4.23 oz) - a substantial mid-size folder that still pockets cleanly.
• Proven liner lock with early, consistent lockup on a 0.126 inch blade stock.

Best Uses for the Torpedo BG17

• Everyday carry for users who want a working blade with real presence.
• Camp and outdoor duty where the 3.21 inch drop point handles food, cord and kindling.
• Jobsite cutting that would chew up a lighter knife's pivot and liners.
• Hunting and fishing camp use where a drop point belly does the field work.
• A gift folder for someone who wants colour, size and proven steel in one package.

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel is the Torpedo blade made of?
D2 tool steel heat treated to roughly 59-61 HRC with a flat grind. It is a semi-stainless: excellent wear resistance and toughness, but wipe it dry and oil it occasionally.

How does the Torpedo open?
By flipper tab. Press the tab with your index finger and the blade swings open on ceramic ball bearings; once deployed the tab sits between your fingers and the edge as a guard.

Is the Torpedo a big knife?
It is a mid-size folder: 7.54 inches open, 4.33 inches closed, 120 g. The contoured handle gives a full four-finger grip without being a fixed-blade-sized monster in the pocket.

Can I carry it left-handed?
Yes. The stainless pocket clip mounts tip-up on either side, so left- and right-handed users both get a proper carry position. Closing is easiest with the thumb on the lock side.

How does D2 compare to stainless steels like 154CM?
D2 holds an edge longer and resists chipping better, but 154CM is far more corrosion resistant and easier to sharpen. If you work around salt water or food all day, pick the stainless; if you want maximum edge life for the price, D2 wins.

D2 Tool Steel vs. Common Folding Knife Steels

Steel	Typical HRC	Edge Retention	Corrosion Resistance	Toughness	Sharpening Ease
D2 (this knife)	58-61	Very Good	Fair	Good	Moderate
CPM-S35VN	58-60	Very Good	Very Good	Better	Moderate
154CM	58-61	Good	Good	Very Good	Moderate
Nitro-V	59-61	Good	Very Good	Better	Easy
14C28N	59-61	Good	Excellent	Good	Very Easy
D2 with black coating	58-61	Very Good	Good	Good	Moderate
8Cr13MoV	57-59	Fair	Good	Good	Very Easy

D2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium semi-stainless tool steel: at 58-61 HRC it holds a working edge far longer than the budget stainless steels it competes with on price, and it shrugs off the kind of lateral load that chips a harder blade. It is only stain-resistant rather than fully stainless, and the dense carbides want a diamond plate, so budget for the right stone. Wipe it dry and it will outlast the handle. HRC figures are typical mill ranges, not a guarantee for any single blade.

Glossary of Key Terms

Bestech Knives
A Chinese production knife brand working with independent designers to deliver mid-to-premium folders with advanced steels and tight manufacturing tolerances.

Torpedo
Bestech's mid-size tactical flipper: a 3.21 inch D2 drop point blade on a 7.54 inch overall frame, textured G10 handles, a ceramic ball bearing pivot and a steel liner lock.

D2 Tool Steel
A high-carbon, high-chromium semi-stainless tool steel at 58-61 HRC. Outstanding wear resistance and toughness for the money; wipe it dry and oil it occasionally.

Liner Lock
A strip of spring steel inside the handle that snaps sideways behind the blade tang when the blade opens. One thumb of the closing hand releases it, keeping your fingers out of the blade path.

Flipper Tab
A small lever projecting from the blade tang. Press it with your index finger and the blade swings open; once open, the tab sits between your fingers and the edge as a guard.

Ceramic Ball Bearing
A pivot running on hardened ceramic balls rather than bronze washers. It gives faster, smoother deployment and stays consistent for years with minimal oil.

Drop Point
A convex spine that sweeps down to the tip, leaving plenty of belly behind it. The default all-round blade profile: strong enough to pierce, curved enough to slice.

Modified Drop Point
A drop point with a straighter, slightly reinforced tip section. It keeps the slicing belly but adds tip strength for piercing and scoring work.

Flat Grind
Blade flats that taper in a straight line from spine to edge. It slices noticeably better than a hollow grind and leaves more steel behind the apex.

G10
A woven fiberglass cloth soaked in epoxy and compressed under heat. It is light, rigid, essentially weatherproof and stays grippy when wet or muddy.

Two-Tone Finish
A blade finished in two contrasting treatments - typically a satin grind against a stonewashed or black-coated flat - so the grind lines read clearly.

Jimping
The row of notches cut into the blade spine that gives your thumb a locked-in index point for controlled push cuts.

Finger Groove
A shaped undercut in the handle that indexes your index finger forward for a choked-up, controlled grip.

Reversible Pocket Clip
A tip-up clip that can be mounted on either side of the handle, so left- and right-handed users both get a proper carry position.

Who Should Buy the Torpedo BG17

• Anyone who wants a mid-size D2 flipper around the $50 mark.
• Users with smaller hands who want a contoured handle with a forefinger groove.
• Outdoor users who need a 3.21 inch drop point that still pockets cleanly.
• Buyers who want a coloured G10 handle that is not black for once.
• Collectors completing the BG17 series across its colourways.

Who Should Skip It

• Saltwater users - D2 will spot unless you maintain it properly.
• Buyers who want a lightweight folder; at 120 g the Torpedo has real presence.
• Anyone who insists on a premium super steel - this is a value D2 platform.
• Users who want thumb-hole or button opening; the Torpedo is flipper only.
• People who need a heavy chopper - the 3.21 inch blade is a utility size.

Care & Maintenance

• Wipe the blade dry after every use; D2 is only stain-resistant, not fully stainless.
• Oil the blade and pivot every four to eight weeks, then cycle the flipper a dozen times.
• Sharpen on a diamond plate; D2's dense carbides will skate on a soft aluminium-oxide stone.
• Finish on a fine ceramic rod or a loaded strop with light pressure - heavy passes round the apex.
• Blow pocket lint out of the handle channel and lock recess before oiling the pivot.
• Never pry, twist or use the tip as a screwdriver; side loads snap tips faster than cutting does.
• Check the pivot and pocket clip screws monthly with the correct Torx driver.
• Rinse with warm water and mild soap after food or salt exposure, then dry and oil the same day.
• Coated blades: let the finish wear naturally - the steel underneath behaves the same, just brighter.