Bestech Paladin BG13B-1 D2 Blade G10 Handle Liner lock Folding Knife

The Bestech Paladin BG13B-1 represents a refined approach to mid-size folding knife design, engineered for users who demand both performance and reliability. Built around a D2 steel blade with stone wash and satin finishing, this knife delivers excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance suitable for demanding cutting tasks. The G10 handle in beige provides superior grip security and durability, while the steel clip ensures confident carry. A robust liner lock mechanism secures the blade during use, backed by smooth ceramic ball bearings on double circles for effortless deployment and reliable lockup. At 8.47 inches open and 4.53 inches closed, the Paladin strikes an ideal balance between reach and pocket-friendly proportions. Weighing just 127 grams with a 3.94-inch blade and 0.138-inch stock, this knife excels as a versatile EDC tool for everyday cutting, tactical applications, or outdoor use. Designed by BESTECH, a respected name in precision cutlery, the Paladin combines thoughtful engineering with accessible performance.

 

SPECIFICATIONS

Blade Material: D2
Blade Finish: Stone wash + Satin
Handle Material: G10

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

Ball Bearing: Ceramic / Double Circles
Overall Length: 8.47" (215 mm)
Closed Length: 4.53" (115 mm)

Blade Length: 3.94" (100 mm)
Blade Thickness: 0.138"(3.5mm)
Knife Weight: 127g
Designer: BESTECH

Bestech Paladin BG13B-1 - D2 Drop Point Flipper with a Beige G10 Handle

The Bestech Paladin BG13B-1 is a full-size D2 work folder: 3.94 inch thin drop point blade, beige G10 milled scales, ceramic bearings and a steel liner lock, at 127 g. It opens on an index-finger flipper and locks up tight enough for hard daily cutting. More folding knives and liner lock knives at EDCMALL.

D2 at 61 HRC: Edge Life Where It Counts

D2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel rather than a true stainless - roughly 1.5 percent carbon and 12 percent chromium, hardened to 61 HRC on the Paladin. That hardness is the point: a thin 3.94 inch drop point puts very little steel behind the apex, so the edge has to resist abrasion on its own. D2 out-holds every budget stainless at this price through cardboard, strapping and cable, and asks only that you wipe it dry and sharpen on diamond. Compare it with 154CM, Nitro-V and D2 alternatives in the table below.

Why the Bestech Paladin Belongs in Your Pocket

• 3.94 inch D2 drop point blade at 61 HRC with a full flat grind.
• Thin stock and a subtle swedge - pierces cleanly, slices with almost no drag.
• Stonewash + satin blade finish that hides carry marks instead of advertising them.
• Milled beige G10 scales with machined grip lines and a sculpted finger groove.
• Index-finger flipper over ceramic double-circle bearings: fast and consistent.
• Steel liner lock with a deep, repeatable engagement and no vertical play.
• 127 g (4.48 oz) on an 8.47 inch frame - full four-finger grip.
• Swedge and spine jimping give your thumb a real index point for push cuts.

Best Uses for the Paladin BG13B-1

• Warehouse, delivery and shop-floor cutting: boxes, tape, strapping, shrink wrap.
• Camp and trail chores - rope, kindling, food packaging, repairs.
• Home DIY and garage work where a cheap blade would roll its edge.
• Full-size everyday carry for people who cut every single day.
• A hard-working gift for a tradesman who kills knives in a year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel is the Paladin BG13B-1 blade?
D2 tool steel, flat ground and finished as listed. It is a high-carbon, high-chromium semi-stainless run at 61 HRC - outstanding wear resistance for the price, but wipe it dry and oil it occasionally because it is stain resistant, not stainless.

Is D2 hard to sharpen?
It is harder than 14C28N or VG-10 because the carbides are dense. Use a diamond plate, keep the angle consistent at 15-18 degrees per side, and finish on a ceramic rod or a loaded strop. Ten focused minutes resets the edge.

How does the Paladin open?
Press the index-finger flipper tab as the knife clears your pocket; the blade rotates out on ceramic ball bearings. The tab becomes a finger guard once open.

Is the blade shape a drop point?
Yes - a thin drop point with a subtle swedge behind the tip. It pierces cleanly, keeps a usable belly for slicing and puts plenty of steel behind the point.

How does it carry?
Closed length is 4.53" (115 mm) and weight is 127 g (4.48 oz). The steel clip is set for tip-up right-hand carry, so the flipper lands under your index finger on the draw.

D2 Tool Steel vs. Common Folding Knife Steels

Steel	Typical HRC	Edge Retention	Corrosion Resistance	Toughness	Sharpening Ease
D2 (this knife)	61	Very Good	Fair	Good	Moderate
14C28N	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
8Cr13MoV	57-59	Fair	Good	Good	Very Easy

D2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel rather than a true stainless - about 1.5 percent carbon and 12 percent chromium, hardened to 61 HRC on the Paladin. On a 3.94 inch thin drop point that hardness is doing real work: the long, near-straight edge stays keen through boxes, strapping and cable instead of rolling over the way a softer stainless would. D2 out-holds every budget stainless at this price and gives up convenience to do it - wipe it dry, oil it now and then, and sharpen on diamond because the carbides skate on soft aluminium-oxide stones. 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.

Paladin BG13
Bestech's full-size D2 work folder: a 3.94 inch thin drop point on an 8.47 inch frame at 127 g, milled G10 scales, ceramic double-circle bearings and a steel liner lock.

Drop Point
A convex spine that sweeps down to meet the edge at the tip, leaving a usable belly behind it. The default all-round profile - strong enough to pierce, curved enough to slice.

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

Swedge
The unsharpened bevel ground along the spine near the tip. It thins the profile for piercing and takes weight off the point without weakening the edge.

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.

Ceramic Double-Circle Bearing
Two rings of hardened ceramic balls around the pivot instead of one. More contact points means a smoother, more stable rotation under side load, and ceramic will not rust or flat-spot.

Index-Finger Flipper
A tab at the blade tang you press with your index finger as the knife clears the pocket. The blade snaps out on the bearings and the tab becomes a finger guard once open.

Milled G10
G10 with machined lines cut into the surface. The milling is functional, not decorative: it channels sweat and water away so the grip holds when your hand is wet.

Upper Jimping
The row of notches on the blade spine forward of the handle. It locks your thumb in place for push cuts and detail work.

Black Stonewash
The blade is tumbled with ceramic media and darkened, which kills glare and hides the carry marks a satin finish advertises.

Flat Grind
Blade flats that taper in a straight line from spine to edge. On a thin drop point it leaves a keen, low-drag slice with plenty of steel behind the apex.

Tip-Up Carry
The blade sits with its tip pointing up in the pocket, so the flipper tab lands under your index finger as you draw.

Who Should Buy the Paladin BG13B-1

• Tradespeople and warehouse staff who cut cardboard all day long.
• Buyers who want D2 edge life at a working-knife price.
• Anyone who prefers a thin, fast-cutting drop point over a thick tactical blade.
• Collectors filling out a Bestech liner-lock rotation in every colourway.
• Gift shoppers buying for someone who actually uses their tools.

Who Should Skip It

• Buyers who will not wipe down a blade - D2 spots if neglected.
• Left-handed users who need a left-hand clip; this one is tip-up right.
• Anyone who wants a stainless blade they can forget about after a wet day.
• People with small hands - the full-size handle is a four-finger grip.
• Users chasing maximum corrosion resistance; 14C28N and VG-10 beat D2 there.

Care & Maintenance

• Wipe the blade dry after every use; D2 is stain-resistant, not stainless, and a 3.94 inch blade gives corrosion plenty of surface to work on.
• One drop of light knife oil on the blade and at the pivot every four to eight weeks, then cycle the flipper a dozen times.
• Blow lint and grit out of the handle channel and the liner lock track before oiling so the ceramic bearings never grind.
• Sharpen on a diamond plate; D2 at 61 HRC will glaze a soft aluminium-oxide stone in a few passes.
• Work the long straight edge in full-length strokes from heel to tip - rocking on a stone rounds the tip and lifts the heel.
• Finish on a fine ceramic rod or a loaded strop with light pressure, then test on paper before you go back to the stone.
• Scrub the milled G10 scales with warm water, a drop of mild soap and a soft brush; the machined lines hold pocket lint.
• Check the pivot, body and pocket clip screws monthly with the correct Torx driver.
• Never pry or lever with the thin drop point tip - it is ground for slicing, and side loads snap thin tips first.