Trivisa Andromeda Pro-GY YD02P-GY-N N690 Blade Carbon Fiber Handle Button Liner Lock Folding Knife

Meet the Trivisa Andromeda Pro-GY YD02P-GY-N, a compact folding knife designed for everyday carry and outdoor adventures. Its 2.3-inch drop-point blade is crafted from N690 stainless steel and finished in rose-gold PVD for a distinctive look. Rated at 60±2 HRC, the blade balances durability with ease of maintenance. A lightweight Fat Carbon handle adds visual character while keeping the knife just 1.69 ounces. The button liner lock and ceramic ball bearings support convenient opening and secure handling. Measuring 5.42 inches overall and 3.12 inches closed, it packs easily for hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, and daily tasks. Thoughtfully sized for portability, Andromeda combines refined materials and functional design in a capable EDC companion. Its blade measures 0.1-inch thick and 1.04-inch wide, with a ceramic bearing.

N690 Blade Introduction

N690 steel is a high-performance martensitic chromium stainless steel produced by Bohler.It has a carbon content of 1.08%,chromium 17.30%,cobalt 1.50%,molybdenum 1.10%,and vanadium 0.10%.This composition provides excellent hardness(58–62 HRC),wear resistance,and corrosion resistance.It is easy to sharpen and polish,making it suitable for high-end knives,surgical instruments,and industrial tools.N690 is widely used in outdoor knives,kitchen knives,and medical instruments due to its durability and ease of maintenance.

Specification

Designer:TRIVISA team
Style:Drop Point
Blade Material:N690 steel
Blade Finished:Rose gold PVD
Handle Material:Fat Carbon
Lock Style:Button Liner lock
Hardness:60±2HRC
Bearing:Ceramic ball bearing

Size:
Overall length-5.42"(137.9mm)
Blade length-2.3" (58.6mm)
Closed length-3.12"(79.3mm)
Blade width-1.04''(26mm)
Blade thickness-0.1''(2.5mm)
Net Weight:1.69oz(47.9g)

Usage:Outdoor survival,EDC,hunting,fishing, hiking and camping

Trivisa Andromeda Pro-GY - Rose Gold PVD N690 Drop Point on a Grey Camo Fat Carbon Handle

The Trivisa Andromeda Pro-GY puts a N690 drop point with a rose gold PVD finish into a camo Fat Carbon frame at 47.9 g, locked by a button liner lock and riding on ceramic bearings. A sub-50 g folding knife that still cuts like a real blade - more EDC gear built this way at EDCMALL.

Bohler N690 With a Rose Gold PVD Edge - Steel First, Looks Second

Under the coating this is the same Austrian N690 Trivisa uses across the Andromeda line: 1.08 percent carbon, 17.3 percent chromium and 1.5 percent cobalt, which refines the carbide structure so a thin edge takes keen geometry without getting brittle. At 60+/-2 HRC it holds a working edge in the VG-10 class, ignores sweat and rain, and comes back on a pocket stone in minutes. The rose gold PVD is a hard vapour-deposited layer - it will not flake, and where it wears at the apex the exposed N690 behaves identically. Honest trade: raw edge life sits a clear half-step under M390. Compare N690 with M390, 14C28N and CPM-S35VN in the table below.

Why the Trivisa Andromeda Pro-GY Belongs in Your Pocket

• 2.3 inch (58.6 mm) Bohler N690 drop point at 60+/-2 HRC on 2.5 mm stock.
• Rose gold PVD blade finish - hard, warm-toned and corrosion-resistant.
• Grey camo Fat Carbon scales - layered laminate, moisture-proof, one of a kind.
• Button liner lock: engaged, the button physically blocks the liner from moving.
• Thumb-hole opening on ceramic ball bearings - no flipper tab to snag a pocket.
• 47.9 g all in, with a 3.12 inch closed handle that disappears in a fist.
• 1.04 inch wide blade with a deep drop-point belly for real slicing control.
• Swedged spine that stiffens the tip without adding stock thickness.

Best Uses for the Andromeda Pro-GY

• Ultralight EDC for runners, cyclists and anyone counting grams.
• Office and city carry where the camo handle reads as a design object, not a weapon.
• Backup blade in a pack, glovebox, fishing vest or travel kit.
• Wet-weather carry - N690 plus a sealed laminate handle ignores rain and sweat.
• Gift giving for someone who wants small, light and unusual over tactical.

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel is the Andromeda Pro-GY blade?
Bohler N690 stainless at 60+/-2 HRC, finished in rose gold PVD. N690 is a cobalt-refined Austrian stainless that balances edge retention, corrosion resistance and easy sharpening.

Will the rose gold finish come off?
PVD is a deposited hard layer, not paint, so it does not flake or peel. It does polish bright along the cutting edge as you sharpen, which is normal and purely cosmetic.

How does the button liner lock work?
With the button engaged, a pin blocks the liner so the blade cannot close accidentally. Slide the button toward the spine, then push the liner aside to fold the knife.

How big and light is it?
5.42" (137.9 mm) open, 3.12" (79.3 mm) closed, 2.3" (58.6 mm) blade at 0.10" (2.5 mm), and just 47.9 g (1.69 oz) - one of the lightest premium-steel folders we carry.

Is it left-hand friendly?
Yes. The thumb hole and the ambidextrous button release both work from either hand; only the pocket clip is set for right-hand tip-up carry.

Bohler N690 vs. Common Pocket Knife Steels

Steel	Typical HRC	Edge Retention	Corrosion Resistance	Toughness	Sharpening Ease
Bohler N690 (this blade)	60+/-2	Very Good	Very Good	Good	Easy
VG-10	60-62	Good	Very Good	Fair	Moderate
CPM-S30V	58-60	Very Good	Very Good	Good	Moderate
154CM	58-61	Good	Good	Very Good	Moderate
14C28N	59-61	Good	Excellent	Good	Very Easy
8Cr13MoV	57-59	Fair	Good	Good	Very Easy

Bohler N690 is an Austrian martensitic stainless from the same mill as M390: about 1.08 percent carbon, 17.3 percent chromium and 1.5 percent cobalt, which refines the carbide structure so the edge takes keen geometry and resists chipping. Hardened here to 60+/-2 HRC, it balances real edge retention with excellent corrosion resistance and painless sharpening - closer to VG-10 than to M390 in edge life, far easier to maintain. HRC figures are typical mill ranges, not a guarantee for any single blade.

Glossary of Key Terms

Trivisa
A Chinese knife brand building premium-steel folders with a clean in-house design language.

Andromeda Pro-GY
Trivisa's compact N690 drop-point folder with a camo Fat Carbon handle: 2.3 inch blade at 60+/-2 HRC, button liner lock, ceramic bearings, 47.9 g.

Bohler N690 Steel
An Austrian martensitic stainless (1.08% C, 17.3% Cr, 1.5% Co) from the same mill as M390. Cobalt-refined carbides take a keen edge, resist chipping and stay easy to sharpen at 58-62 HRC.

Camo Fat Carbon
Layered carbon-fiber laminate pressed with coloured resin into a marbled camo pattern. Dimensionally stable, moisture-proof and unique from sheet to sheet.

Button Liner Lock
A liner lock with a sliding release button: engaged, the button blocks the liner so the blade cannot close accidentally. Slide the button, then move the liner to fold it.

Thumb-Hole Opening
A cut-out near the blade spine where the thumb presses to swing the blade open one-handed - no flipper tab to snag in the pocket.

Drop Point
A blade profile whose spine slopes down to the tip, leaving a deep belly for slicing and a strong point protected by the drop.

Ceramic Ball Bearings
Zirconia pivot washers that run smoother and wear longer than steel washers - the reason a well-used flipper or thumb-stud action stays glassy for years.

Rose Gold PVD
A copper-toned physical vapour deposition coating bonded to the steel. It is hard, corrosion-resistant and warm-toned; wear shows as a bright line at the edge, not as rust.

60+/-2 HRC
The Rockwell C hardness band the blade is heat treated to: hard enough for long edge life, still honest to sharpen at home with patience.

Who Should Buy the Andromeda Pro-GY

• Minimalist carriers who want a real premium-steel blade under 50 grams.
• Buyers who want a knife that looks like jewellery but cuts like a tool.
• Left-handed users - thumb hole plus button release suit either hand.
• Wet-climate carriers who want stainless steel and a moisture-proof handle.
• Anyone who wants button-lock safety at a sub-$80 price.

Who Should Skip It

• Hard-use tasks - a 2.3 inch blade on 2.5 mm stock is a slicer, not a pry bar.
• Super-steel chasers - N690 trades edge life for easy care and toughness.
• Large-hand users - the 3.12 inch closed handle is compact by design.
• Buyers who hate extra steps when closing; the button adds one motion.

Care & Maintenance

• Wipe the blade dry after every use; N690 is strongly stainless, but the finish stays fresher when wiped clean.
• One drop of light knife oil at the pivot every couple of months, then swing the blade so oil reaches the ceramic bearing.
• Sharpen on a 1000-grit water stone or ceramic rod at 15-18 degrees per side; N690 grinds fast and takes a keen edge in minutes.
• On the rose gold PVD blade expect the coating to wear bright along the cutting edge with use - the N690 underneath behaves the same, just lighter.
• Press the button liner lock fully aside before closing; forcing the blade past a live liner rounds the lock faces.
• Fat Carbon scales are sealed laminate - wipe with a damp cloth; no oiling or special care needed.
• Keep solvents off the colored scales; harsh chemicals can dull the resin surface.
• Check the pocket clip, pivot and body screws every couple of months with the correct Torx driver.
• Never pry, twist or use the 2.3 inch blade as a screwdriver - the tip is a cutter, not a lever.