Butterfly Knives & Balisong Knives

Folding Knives with Rotating Handles

Butterfly knives (balisongs) feature two rotating handles that flip open to reveal blade. Popular for flipping tricks, skill development, and quick deployment. Practice trainers and live blade models available.

Why Choose Butterfly Knives?

Fast Deployment: Flip open in under one second with practice
Skill Development: Learn flipping tricks and manipulation techniques
Compact Carry: Folded knife is pocket-sized and secure
No Spring Mechanism: Manual operation, no automatic parts
Fun Factor: Entertaining to practice flips and aerials
Self-Defense Capability: Quick access to blade when needed

Butterfly Knife Types:

Live Blade Butterfly Knives

Standard butterfly knives with sharp functional blades. Stainless steel construction. 3-5 inch blade lengths. Dual rotating handles with latch locks. For experienced users who have mastered safe handling.

Butterfly Knife Trainers

Practice butterfly knives with dull or rounded edges. Safe for learning flipping techniques without injury risk. Same weight and balance as live blades. Ideal for beginners developing skills before using sharp knives.

Butterfly Knife Combs

Butterfly knife design with comb teeth instead of blade. Legal alternative in restricted areas. Practice flipping mechanics safely. Functional grooming tool.

Specialty Butterfly Knives

Unique designs including trench knives with removable knuckle guards, wood handle models, tactical finishes. Collectible and functional variations.

Featured Butterfly Knives:

Folding Butterfly Knives: Standard design with rotating handles, sharp blade
Black Butterfly Knife: Tactical black finish, stainless steel construction
Balisong Knife: Traditional Filipino-style butterfly knife
Butterfly Knife Trainer: Dull blade for safe practice and skill development
Practice Butterfly Knife: Training model with rounded edges
Butterfly Knife Comb: Comb teeth instead of blade, legal alternative
Wood Handle Butterfly Knife: Classic wood scales with brass pins
Butterfly Trench Knife: Removable knuckle guard design

How Butterfly Knives Work:

Basic Components

Blade: Pivots between two handles
Bite Handle: Handle on sharp edge side of blade
Safe Handle: Handle on spine side of blade (safe to grab)
Latch: Lock that keeps knife closed when not in use
Pivots: Pins or screws that allow handles to rotate

Basic Opening Technique

Hold safe handle (opposite sharp edge)
Release latch
Flip bite handle away from body
Rotate safe handle to meet bite handle
Knife is now open with blade exposed

Butterfly Knife Tricks & Skills:

Basic Opening: Simple flip open technique
Quick Draw: Fast deployment from pocket
Aerials: Tossing knife and catching mid-flip
Behind the 8-Ball: Blade rotation around hand
Twirl: Spinning knife around fingers
Chaplin: Continuous fanning motion

Practice Safety Guidelines:

Start with Trainer: Use dull practice knife before live blade
Know Bite vs. Safe Handle: Always identify which handle has sharp edge
Practice Over Soft Surface: Drop knife onto carpet or grass, not hard floors
Slow Motions First: Master technique slowly before increasing speed
Tape Blade: Cover sharp edge with electrical tape during early practice
No Distractions: Practice in safe environment without interruptions
First Aid Ready: Keep bandages nearby - cuts happen during learning

Beginner Recommendations:

Learning Path:

Start with butterfly knife trainer (dull blade)
Practice basic opening and closing 100+ times
Learn to identify bite handle vs. safe handle by feel
Master basic flip before attempting tricks
Progress to live blade only after consistent safe handling
Always treat live blade with respect - one mistake = injury

Butterfly Knives vs. Other Folding Knives:

Advantages:

Extremely fast deployment with practice
No spring mechanism to break
Entertaining skill development
Strong locking mechanism when open
Ambidextrous design

Disadvantages:

Illegal in many jurisdictions
Requires practice to use safely
Higher injury risk during learning
More complex mechanism than standard folders
Can close on fingers if improperly handled

Maintenance & Care:

Lubricate Pivots: Keep pivot points smooth with light oil
Tighten Screws: Check pivot screws periodically for looseness
Clean Blade: Wipe blade after use to prevent rust
Adjust Latch: Ensure latch holds knife securely closed
Check for Play: Minimal handle wobble indicates good condition
Sharpen Blade: Maintain sharp edge for functionality

Best Uses for Butterfly Knives:

Skill Development: Learning flipping techniques and tricks
Collecting: Unique designs and historical significance
Everyday Carry: Compact utility knife for daily tasks (where legal)
Self-Defense: Quick deployment capability (where legal to carry)
Entertainment: Performing flipping demonstrations
Martial Arts: Filipino martial arts (Eskrima/Kali) training

Legal Notice:

Butterfly knives have varying legal status across jurisdictions. Some states and cities restrict or prohibit butterfly knives due to quick-opening design. Buyer is responsible for knowing and complying with all applicable federal, state, and local knife laws. TBOTECH sells butterfly knives for lawful purposes only. Check TBOTECH's shipping restrictions page for states where we cannot ship certain knife types.