A Popular EDC Brand Just Launched Its First-Ever In-House Knife

Cult-hit brand Knafs has launched an outstanding new discreet slicer, marking its first foray into cutting tool manufacturing.

By Sean Tirman

Published May 19, 2025

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If you’re familiar with production (of any type), you might know that some brands start by outsourcing their manufacturing. For instance, WhistlePig, the famed whiskey brand, didn’t actually have its own distillery until 2015 — eight years after its launch.

That’s been the case for cult-hit EDC knife brand Knafs, as well … or, at least, it was. After years of learning and planning, Knafs has finally launched its very first house-made knife.

Called the Knafs Little Lulu, this tiny fixie is a pretty magnificent little cutting tool; I would know, having gotten hands-on with it myself.

Knafs Little Lulu Knife on work gloves next to wood shavings — Despite its tiny stature, the Knafs Little Lulul is a formidable fixed blade.

Judge me by my size, do you?

If you’re familiar with Knafs, you’re probably aware that the brand has an interesting approach. It only offers two knife series, the folding Lander and the fixed Lulu.

While the editions vary in size and style — the Lander, for instance, boasts six versions (and many different configurations therein) — it has created consistency across the brand’s design language. The Little Lulu is no different … sort of.

While it’s tiny compared to its brethren, [the Little Lulu is] no less exceptionally crafted and appointed.

Like the Lander series, the Lulu fixed blade already had a couple of versions. The first is 6.75 inches and the second is 8.5. This third version is by far the smallest, measuring a mere 5.2 inches total.

Yet it still boasts some of the same signature elements (beyond being a fixed blade, of course). For instance, its handle is made from green Micarta, just like its larger siblings. It also has a MagnaCut blade, like the original Lulu.

Like I said, that gives it consistency of style and expectations. While it’s tiny compared to its brethren, it’s no less exceptionally crafted and appointed.

Knafs Little Lulu Knife in sheath on belt — At only 5.2 inches overall, the Little Lulu is one of the most discreet fixed-blade knives around.

A first (and hopefully not a last)

As mentioned, the Little Lulu is the first knife Knafs has ever produced in-house. Having gotten hands-on with it myself, I truly hope that trend continues.

Obviously, 5.2 inches is pretty small for a fixed blade. When I first saw it, I had my doubts. However, the second I picked the knife up, those doubts were utterly dispelled.

For being so small, the knife feels incredibly sturdy — better than some knives twice its size.

For being so small, the knife feels incredibly sturdy — better than some knives twice its size. The craftsmanship is exceptional, and, better still, the grip is secure (I can get nearly all four fingers on it, but even with three, it still feels very good).

While the 1.9-inch blade is clearly limited in its cutting power, its exceptional steel and shape balance out the length issue. I might not use this knife as a bushcraft survival fixie, but it definitely works well as a discreet EDC knife or a backup blade.

Knafs Little Lulu Knife in gloved hand in front of fire — Thanks to its ergonomics, the Little Lulu offers an excellent, sturdy, reliable grip, making it feel bigger than it is.

Pricing and availability

The Knafs Little Lulu fixed blade is currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter. However, it has already smashed its $50,000 goal and is quickly approaching $100,000.

If you want to get in on the action, you can back the project and score a knife for yourself for $195. However, slots are limited for this year’s run (and it only goes until June 20), so if you don’t act quickly, you might not be able to get your Little Lulu until January 2026 (or later).