This Groundbreaking EDC Blade Could Change the Knife Industry Forever

A knife-making method once thought impossible has finally been perfected by a surprising brand.

Published January 22, 2025

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Updated January 22, 2025

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One major factor determining the cost of an everyday carry knife is its blade material. This is in part because metallurgy — the science of producing and purifying metals — is complicated. The composition of steel and the processes required to create it affect the overall cost.

But what if there was an easier and faster way to make exceptional high-end steel? If sound, such a technology could change the face of the knifemaking industry forever.

A surprising brand may have accomplished just that (and with a product launch to prove it). The Magpul Breslau, released exclusively on Blade HQ, is a knife that might completely reshape the EDC world.

Magpul Breslau knife in hand in front of machinery — At just over 7.3 inches in length, the Magpul Breslau is the perfect size for EDC.

MIM’s the word

Magpul Breslau’s linchpin is MVN35 steel, created using Metal Injection Molding (MIM for short). This process is functionally similar to plastic injection molding. Powdered metal is mixed with a binder and then shaped and solidified by feeding the mixture into a mold.

While not brand-new (some manufacturers have seen success in using the tech to make sub-100g parts), this technology has had mixed results and a mixed reception overall, especially in the knifemaking industry. Spyderco, for instance, offered a MIM knife called the “S” that has since been discontinued.

So, it makes sense that a brand like Magpul — a firearms accessory manufacturer specializing in pioneering injection-molded plastics — would tackle and perfect this tech.

What’s the big difference? Magpul’s MIM process has improved on the tech in two crucial ways. First, the brand has reduced production costs below those of traditional blade-making processes. Second, Magpul appears to have sidestepped the quality issues of other MIM steels.

In this case, the resulting steel, MVN35, is functionally identical to CPM S35VN (one of the most lauded EDC knife steels around). It’s also cheaper and faster to make. Best of all, Magpul has chosen to pass the savings on to the customer.

Closeup of Magpul Breslau USA blade stamp — MIM technology could allow for unprecedented blade shapes and features previously thought impossible.

More than just a blade

The MIM blade is, obviously, major news. But this knife has a lot of other bits to get excited about, too.

For one, it’s flipper-deployed and has a built-in friction-reduction system, offering smooth and speedy operation. Second, it boasts a premium polymer handle with dual full-length steel liners, granting the handle high strength and a sturdy grip. Third, it has a specialty Lug Lock explicitly designed to interface securely with the blade.

If all goes as promised, this game-changing EDC knife might set a new industry standard.

Coming soon

While you might expect the Magpul Breslau to cost a pretty penny thanks to its groundbreaking technology, it’s actually quite affordable. If you preorder on Blade HQ, it’s only $190 (down from the $200 MSRP).

The game-changing technology could also mean this knife will sell out quickly in all three available colors. If you hope to get one, I recommend ordering it while you can.