Bestech Mantidae BG60G 14C28N Blade Micarta Handle Liner Lock Folding Knife

The Bestech Mantidae BG60G represents a refined approach to compact folding knife design, engineered for those who demand precision and reliability in their everyday carry. Built around a 14C28N stainless steel blade finished with a distinctive satin and stonewash treatment, this knife delivers excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance while maintaining an aesthetically refined appearance. The handle construction utilizes premium Micarta in a striking green colorway, providing superior grip texture and durability across varying conditions. A ceramic ball bearing pivot system ensures smooth, responsive blade deployment with minimal play, while the liner lock mechanism offers secure blade retention without compromising accessibility. The steel clip is designed for versatile carry options. At just 96 grams with a closed length of 4.00 inches, the Mantidae excels as a pocket-friendly tool that doesn't sacrifice capability. The 2.94-inch blade length and 0.118-inch thickness strike an optimal balance between cutting performance and maneuverability. Designer Lucas has crafted a knife that transitions seamlessly from everyday tasks to more demanding applications, making it an excellent choice for professionals, outdoor enthusiasts, and discerning collectors who appreciate thoughtful engineering and quality materials.

 

SPECIFICATIONS

Blade Material: 14C28N
Blade Finish: Satin + Stonewash
Handle Material: Micarta

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

Ball Bearing: Ceramic
Overall Length: 6.94"(176.2mm)
Closed Length: 4.00"(101.6mm)

Blade Length: 2.94"(74.6mm)
Blade Thickness: 0.118"(3.0 mm)
Knife Weight: 96g
Designer: Lucas

Bestech Mantidae BG60G - 14C28N Serrated Hawkbill with a Green Micarta Handle

The Bestech Mantidae BG60G is a compact claw folder designed by Lucas: 2.94 inch 14C28N serrated hawkbill, green micarta scales and a steel liner lock at 96 g (3.39 oz). Dual thumb studs on ceramic bearings and a wire clip. More folding knives at EDCMALL.

Sandvik 14C28N: Tough, Stainless, and Easy to Live With

14C28N is Sandvik's nitrogen-alloyed stainless, and it is the right steel for a 96 gram claw knife. Nitrogen does part of the corrosion work chromium would otherwise have to, so the grain stays fine and the edge resists chipping when the hawkbill curve is worked hard through rope, webbing and fibrous material. The fully serrated edge goes back to shaving sharp on a 1000-grit stone in minutes, and the steel will not spot in a sweaty pocket. Compare it with D2, 154CM and CPM-MagnaCut in the table below.

Why the Bestech Mantidae Belongs in Your Pocket

• 2.94 inch 14C28N hawkbill with a fully serrated edge and a flat grind.
• Claw profile with an upswept point that pulls material into the cut.
• Green Micarta scales - contoured with a deep finger undercut.
• Dual thumb studs on caged ceramic bearings for fast one-handed opening.
• Jimped thumb ramp on the blade spine for controlled pull cuts.
• Steel liner lock with solid, early lockup.
• 96 g (3.39 oz) on a 6.94 inch frame - disappears in a front pocket.
• Stainless wire clip for deep, tip-up right-hand carry.

Best Uses for the Mantidae BG60G

• Cutting rope, webbing and fibrous material - the hawkbill geometry pulls the cord into the curve.
• Electrician and HVAC work: stripping insulation, zip ties and strap.
• Anglers and boaters cutting line, net and webbing.
• Everyday carry where a sub-3-inch blade keeps things simple.
• Rescue and safety tasks where a claw shape cuts without a point threat.

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel is the Mantidae BG60G blade?
Sandvik 14C28N stainless at a typical 58-61 HRC, flat ground. It is tough, genuinely stainless, and quick to sharpen - the right steel for a small working folder.

What is a hawkbill blade good for?
The hooked curve pulls material into the edge as you draw back, which is why hawkbills dominate rope, carpet, webbing and fibrous cutting. The trade is that it is not a general-purpose point work blade.

Is the Mantidae BG60G serrated?
Yes - the BG60F and BG60G run a fully serrated edge along the whole belly. The BG60A-E are plain edged.

How does it open?
Dual thumb studs on caged ceramic bearings - fully ambidextrous, no flipper tab to catch on a pocket seam.

How big is it?
Open it is 6.94" (176.2 mm), closed 4.00" (101.6 mm), 0.118" (3.0 mm) blade stock, and it weighs 96 g (3.39 oz) - a compact folder for front-pocket carry.

Sandvik 14C28N vs. Common Folding Knife Steels

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

14C28N is Sandvik's nitrogen-alloyed martensitic stainless, and it is the right steel for a 96 gram pocket knife. Nitrogen does part of the corrosion work chromium would otherwise have to, so the alloy stays fine-grained and tough instead of gummy - which is why a 2.94 inch blade at 3.0 mm will not chip when you lever out of a cut. In practice it means a blade that will not spot in a sweaty pocket, goes back to shaving sharp on a 1000-grit stone in a couple of minutes, and costs far less than a high-vanadium super steel. What it gives up is long-haul wear resistance on abrasive material: expect more sharpening sessions, each one short. 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 modern steels and tight manufacturing tolerances.

Mantidae
Bestech's compact 14C28N folder: a 2.94 inch blade at 3.0 mm on a 6.94 inch frame, 96 g, G10 or Micarta scales, ceramic bearings and a steel liner lock.

Sandvik 14C28N
A nitrogen-alloyed martensitic stainless from the Swedish mill Sandvik (now Alleima). Nitrogen replaces part of the chromium's corrosion job, so the grain stays fine and the steel stays tough.

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.

Micarta
Layers of linen or canvas cloth pressed into phenolic resin under heat. It absorbs sweat and skin oil, so grip improves with age instead of going slick.

Canvas Micarta
Micarta built on a canvas weave rather than linen: a coarser, more openly textured surface that grips harder when your hands are wet.

G10
Layers of fibreglass cloth pressed into epoxy resin under heat. It does not absorb water, sweat or oil, it will not swell or crack, and it grips when your hand is wet.

Ceramic Ball Bearing
Hardened ceramic balls held in a steel cage around the pivot. The action stays glassy and consistent for years.

96 Grams
The weight class that decides whether you notice the knife in your pocket at all. At 96 g the Mantidae disappears into a front pocket.

2.94 Inch Blade
A blade length that stays under most 3 inch carry limits while leaving enough belly for real work, and it is the reason this knife is legal in more places than an 8 inch folder.

Stonewash Finish
The blade is tumbled with ceramic media to break up the surface. It kills glare and hides the carry marks a satin finish advertises.

Two-Tone Finish
A blade finished in two contrasting treatments - a satin grind against stonewashed flats - so the grind line reads as a bright edge along a darker body.

Deep Carry Clip
A pocket clip mounted high on the handle so the knife sits low in the pocket with only the clip showing.

Who Should Buy the Mantidae BG60G

• Anyone who cuts rope, cord, webbing or fibrous material regularly.
• Tradespeople - electricians, HVAC techs, flooring installers - who want a claw blade.
• Buyers who want a sub-3-inch blade for restrictive carry rules.
• Users who want a light, compact folder at 96 g.
• Collectors who want a distinctive designer blade by Lucas without premium-steel money.

Who Should Skip It

• Anyone who wants a general-purpose drop point for food prep and utility cuts.
• Users who need to sharpen in the field with a simple stone - a serrated edge needs a rod.
• Buyers who want a heavy, planted knife; the Mantidae is deliberately light.
• Left-hand carry users - the wire clip is tip-up right-hand only.
• Anyone who prys with knife tips; the upswept point is a cutter, not a lever.

Care & Maintenance

• Wipe the blade dry after every use - 14C28N is genuinely stainless, but pocket lint holds moisture against the steel.
• One drop of light knife oil at the pivot monthly, then cycle the flipper a dozen times so oil reaches the ceramic bearings.
• Blow lint and grit out of the handle channel and the liner lock recess before oiling so grit never grinds the pivot.
• Sharpen on a diamond plate or a 1000-grit water stone; 14C28N grinds fast and takes a keen working edge in minutes.
• Finish on a fine ceramic rod or a loaded leather strop with light pressure - heavy passes round the apex you just set.
• Keep a consistent 15-20 degrees per side and deburr on plain leather before you reach for the compound.
• Scrub G10 scales with warm water and a soft brush; wipe Micarta with a barely damp cloth and let it dry - Micarta darkens when it takes on oil, which is patina, not damage.
• Check the pivot, body and pocket clip screws monthly with the correct Torx driver; a 96 g knife hides a loose screw until the blade starts to wander.
• Never pry, twist or use the tip as a screwdriver - no 2.94 inch tip survives lateral leverage.