Artisan Cutlery Proponent Series - The "Pocket Tank" Tactical Folders by Dirk Pinkerton

The Artisan Cutlery Proponent is a bold statement of overbuilt engineering and tactical dominance. Designed by the renowned Dirk Pinkerton, this series is famous for its massive 3.85-inch Wharncliffe blade, featuring a flat grind that delivers incredible slicing power despite its substantial thickness. The Proponent isn't just a knife; it's a heavy-duty tool built for those who appreciate maximum blade presence and unyielding durability.

Whether you're looking for a high-end collector's piece or a rugged workhorse, the Proponent collection has you covered. The flagship 1820G models boast premium S35VN steel paired with Titanium handles, often featuring a unique manual safety pin that essentially converts the folding knife into a fixed blade for extreme tasks. For everyday utility, the 1820P versions offer the same iconic silhouette in D2 tool steel with textured G10 scales. Every Proponent features a ceramic ball-bearing pivot for smooth, authoritative deployment. For those who want the Proponent DNA in a more carry-friendly size, the Mini Proponent offers the same overbuilt aesthetic in a compact package.

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Artisan Cutlery Proponent 1820P folding knife with D2 bladeArtisan Cutlery Proponent 1820P folding knife with black G10 handle
Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820P D2 Blade G10 Handle Folding Knives - Black (1820P-BKF) Sale price$69.99 Regular price$91.40
Artisan Cutlery Proponent 1820P folding knife with D2 black PVD bladeArtisan Cutlery Proponent 1820P folding knife with black G10 handle
Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820P D2 Steel Black PVD Blade Black G10 Handle Pocket Knife Folding Knife EDC Knife Sale price$69.99 Regular price$91.40
Artisan Cutlery Proponent 1820PS folding knife with D2 bladeArtisan Cutlery Proponent 1820PS folding knife with black G10 handle
Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820PS(Subsize) D2 Steel Black G10 Handle Pocket Knife Folding Knife Sale price$59.99 Regular price$79.99

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Artisan Cutlery Proponent 1820P folding knife with D2 bladeArtisan Cutlery Proponent 1820P folding knife with green G10 handle
Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820P D2 Blade G10 Handle Folding Knives - Green (1820P-GNF) Sale price$69.99 Regular price$91.40
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Artisan Cutlery Proponent 1820G folding knife with S90V bladeArtisan Cutlery Proponent 1820G folding knife with Fat Carbon handle
Artisan Cutlery Proponent 1820G-JW S90V Blade Titanium and Fat Carbon Inlay Handle Folding Knife(Limited edition) Sale price$478.67
Artisan Cutlery Proponent 1820G folding knife with S35VN bladeArtisan Cutlery Proponent 1820G folding knife with blue titanium handle
Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820G S35VN Blade Titanium Handle Folding Knives - Blue (1820G-BUS) Sale price$212.87 Regular price$283.82

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Artisan Cutlery Proponent 1820P folding knife with D2 bladeArtisan Cutlery Proponent 1820P folding knife with gray G10 handle
Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820P D2 Blade G10 Handle Folding Knives - Gray (1820P-GYF) Sale price$69.99 Regular price$91.40
Artisan Cutlery Proponent 1820G folding knife with S35VN bladeArtisan Cutlery Proponent 1820G folding knife with titanium handle
Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820G S35VN Blade Titanium Handle Folding Knives Sale price$199.99 Regular price$266.65
Artisan Cutlery Proponent 1820P folding knife with D2 bladeArtisan Cutlery Proponent 1820P folding knife with carbon fiber handle
Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820P D2 Blade Carbon Fiber Handle Folding Knives Sale price$69.99 Regular price$97.11

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Artisan Cutlery Proponent 1820G folding knife with S35VN blade
Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820G S35VN Blade Titanium Handle Folding Knives - Green (1820G-GNS) Sale price$212.87 Regular price$283.82
Artisan Cutlery Proponent 1820G folding knife with S35VN bladeArtisan Cutlery Proponent 1820G folding knife with grey titanium handle
Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820G S35VN Blade Titanium Handle Folding Knives - Grey (1820G-GYS) Sale price$212.87 Regular price$283.82
Artisan Cutlery Proponent 1820G folding knife with S35VN bladeArtisan Cutlery Proponent 1820G folding knife with black titanium handle
Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820G S35VN Blade Titanium Handle Folding Knives - Black (1820G-BKS) Sale price$212.87 Regular price$283.82

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Artisan Cutlery Proponent folding knife with Damascus bladeArtisan Cutlery Proponent folding knife with titanium Damascus handle
Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820GSD Damascus Blade Titanium Damascus Handle Folding Knives Sale price$598.50 Regular price$798.00