Rick Hinderer XM18 3.0" pocket knives: the compact size

The Rick Hinderer Knives XM18 3.0" is the most compact size in the XM collection. The 3.0" stands for the inch size of the blade: so approximately 7.5 cm, depending on the shape of the blade. As such the XM18 3.0 is a nice average-sized knife for EDC-use. Large enough to get the job done and compact enough to easily fit inside your pocket.

Rick Hinderer Knives

The Rick Hinderer Knives have been popular for dozens of years. It all started with his own handmade customs after which Rick Hinderer expanded his company into what it is today. On average Rick Hinderer Knives produces a couple hundred knives each month. Many for such a small producer, but compared to many other brands still quite small scale. An advantage is that at Rick Hinderer they are still able to produce many different configurations of their knives. As such it is almost difficult finding two Hinderer knives with the exact same configuration. Also because of the hardware sets and other accessories you can use to customize your knife.