{"product_id":"trivisa-firefly-gm-jm16-gm-14","title":"Trivisa Firefly-GM JM16-GM-14 14C28N Blade Micarta  Handle Crossbar Lock Folding Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeet the Trivisa Firefly-GM JM16-GM-14, a compact folding knife designed for everyday carry and outdoor activities. Its 2.99-inch 14C28N stainless-steel blade features a rose-gold PVD finish and a swedge profile. Known for corrosion resistance and straightforward sharpening, 14C28N offers practical, low-maintenance performance, though abrasive cutting may call for more frequent edge touch-ups. A crossbar lock secures the blade during use, while ceramic ball bearings support smooth opening. The Micarta handle provides a distinctive, durable-feeling grip. Measuring 6.75 inches overall and 3.76 inches closed, the knife weighs just 2.39 ounces for convenient carry. With a 60±2 HRC hardness rating, it is suited to daily tasks and outings such as hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting. Its lightweight build keeps carry comfortable throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14C28N Blade Introduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/edcmall.cn\/collections\/14c28n\"\u003e14C28N\u003c\/a\u003e is a high-value budget-to-midrange stainless steel that excels in corrosion resistance and ease of sharpening, making it a low-maintenance workhorse for EDC and wet environments, but it falls short of premium steels in edge retention and requires more frequent touch-ups when cutting highly abrasive materials like cardboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner:TRIVISA Team\u003cbr\u003eStyle:Swedge\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: 14C28N Blade\u003cbr\u003eBlade Finished: Rose gold PVD\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material:Micarta Handle\u003cbr\u003eLock Style:Crossbar Lock\u003cbr\u003eHardness:60±2HRC\u003cbr\u003eBearing:Ceramic Ball Bearing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize:\u003cbr\u003eOverall length-6.75\"(171.6mm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade length-2.99\"(76mm)\u003cbr\u003eClosed length-3.76\"(95.6mm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade width-0.87''(22.2mm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade thickness-0.11''(2.7mm)\u003cbr\u003eNet Weight:2.39oz(67.8g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsage:Outdoor survival,EDC,hunting,fishing, hiking and camping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrivisa Firefly-G - Rose Gold PVD 14C28N Swedge Blade with a Green Micarta Handle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Trivisa Firefly-G pairs a 2.99 inch \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/14c28n\"\u003e14C28N\u003c\/a\u003e swedge blade in rose gold PVD with a green Micarta handle, a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/crossbar-lock-knives\"\u003ecrossbar lock\u003c\/a\u003e and ceramic bearings at 67.8 g (2.39 oz). More \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/folding-knives\"\u003efolding knives\u003c\/a\u003e at EDCMALL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e14C28N on a Slim Swedge Profile: Low-Maintenance EDC\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Firefly is Trivisa's compact value folder: a 2.99 inch 14C28N blade ground with a swedge along the spine, stonewashed or rose-gold PVD finished, riding on textured Micarta scales. Sandvik 14C28N is the pragmatic pick at 60+\/-2 HRC - corrosion-proof in wet weather, hard to chip, and back to shaving sharp in minutes on a pocket stone. The crossbar lock is fully ambidextrous, the ceramic bearing pivot stays glassy, and the whole knife weighs just 67.8 g (2.39 oz). Compare 14C28N with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/d2\"\u003eD2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nitro-v\"\u003eNitro-V\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/154cm\"\u003e154CM\u003c\/a\u003e in the table below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Firefly-G Belongs in Your Pocket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.99 inch 14C28N swedge blade at 60+\/-2 HRC with a flat grind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRose Gold PVD blade finish - a hard warm-copper PVD layer that reads jewellery under light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen Micarta handle - green linen Micarta with a milled texture that grips harder when wet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrossbar lock: ambidextrous, dirt-tolerant and finger-safe on closing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramic ball bearing pivot for a glassy swing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb stud opening for one-handed deployment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel pocket clip, tip-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e67.8 g (2.39 oz) on a 6.75 inch frame - a compact, honest EDC folder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses for the Firefly-G\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily pocket duty: mail, packaging and food runs on a blade that shrugs off rain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopper lovers' rotation carry - the handle patinas into a one-of-one finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet-weather hiking where 14C28N and Micarta both shrug off moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffice carry with a look that reads higher than its price.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst folder for a new enthusiast - easy steel to maintain, safe lock to learn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the blade steel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSandvik 14C28N nitrogen stainless, hardened to 60+\/-2 HRC. It is corrosion-proof, resists chipping and sharpens in minutes; expect more frequent touch-ups than a super steel under abrasive cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the handle material?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGreen Micarta - green linen Micarta with a milled texture that grips harder when wet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it open and lock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe thumb stud swings the blade out one-handed on ceramic ball bearings; the crossbar lock wedges behind the tang from above and releases with a pull of the bar - fully ambidextrous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the swedge do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bevel along the spine lightens the blade, sharpens the tip geometry and gives the Firefly its distinctive silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6.75\" (171.6 mm) open, 3.76\" (95.6 mm) closed, 2.99\" (76 mm) blade at 0.11\" (2.7 mm), and 67.8 g (2.39 oz).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSandvik 14C28N vs. Common Pocket Knife Steels\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"6\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSteel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical HRC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEdge Retention\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCorrosion Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eToughness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSharpening Ease\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14C28N (this knife)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Easy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNitro-V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBetter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e154CM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58-61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPM-S35VN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58-60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBetter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD2 Tool Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58-61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8Cr13MoV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e57-59\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Easy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSandvik 14C28N is a nitrogen-refined martensitic stainless that lands at 58-61 HRC in production heat treats. On a value folder it is the smart pick: corrosion resistance that survives wet weather and pocket sweat, a fine stable edge that refuses to chip, and sharpening so easy a few passes on a pocket stone restore the apex. The trade is raw wear resistance - expect more frequent touch-ups than a high-vanadium super steel under abrasive cardboard work. HRC figures are typical mill ranges, not a guarantee for any single blade.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGlossary of Key Terms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrivisa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Chinese knife brand building value folders around practical steels, with a clean in-house design language.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirefly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrivisa's compact swedge-blade folder: 2.99 inch 14C28N blade, crossbar lock, ceramic bearings, 6.75 inches overall and 2.39 to 4.85 ounces depending on the handle material.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSandvik 14C28N\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA nitrogen-alloyed martensitic stainless at 58-61 HRC. Corrosion-proof, fine-grained, hard to chip and famously easy to sharpen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrossbar Lock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA spring-loaded bar spanning the handle that wedges behind the blade tang. Fully ambidextrous, keeps fingers out of the closing path, and among the strongest folder locks built.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCeramic Ball Bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardened ceramic balls around the pivot. The action stays glassy for years, and ceramic will not rust or flat-spot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwedge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA bevel ground along the blade spine. It lightens the profile, sharpens the tip's geometry and adds a distinctive silhouette.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicarta\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLayers of linen or canvas compressed and cured in resin. It gets grippier when wet and wears into a personal patina over years of use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCopper Handle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSolid copper scales with living-finish patina that darkens with handling; naturally antimicrobial and satisfyingly dense in the pocket.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStonewash Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA tumbling process that beads the steel into a uniform matte grey, hiding carry scratches and killing glare far better than satin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePVD Coating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhysical vapour deposition: a hard, thin metallic-ceramic layer bonded to the steel. Rose-gold and black finishes resist scratches; edge wear is cosmetic, not structural.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Stonewash Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA dark stonewashed treatment that reads black in low light and grey at the wear points. Hides scratches better than any satin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e60+\/-2 HRC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Rockwell C hardness band the blade is heat treated to: hard enough for long edge life, still honest to sharpen at home with patience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Buy the Firefly-G\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuyers who want a genuine crossbar-lock folder under $90.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopper fans who want a living-finish handle with a working blade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers with smaller hands who like a compact 6.75 inch frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet-climate carriers who want maintenance-light stainless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone building a colour-rotation EDC set on a budget.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Skip It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper-steel chasers - 14C28N trades edge life for easy care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers who want heavy pry capability; the 2.7-2.8 mm blade is a slicer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople who dislike weight - the copper version carries at 4.85 ounces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuyers who want flipper deployment; this opens on a thumb stud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the blade dry after every use; 14C28N is genuinely stainless, but pocket lint holds moisture against the steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne drop of light knife oil at the pivot every month or two, then cycle the blade so oil spreads across the bearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlow lint and grit out of the handle channel and lock track before oiling - that is where dust collects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen on a 1000-grit water stone or a ceramic rod; 14C28N grinds fast and takes a keen working edge in minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePVD and black stonewash finishes wear bright at the edge with use - exposed steel behaves the same, just lighter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrub G10 and Micarta scales with warm water, a drop of mild soap and a soft brush; 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