The Honey Badger Leaf M390 Small is a premium folding knife developed in collaboration with renowned South African knifemaker André Thorburn.
Representing the pinnacle of Honey Badger’s current range, the Honey Badger Leaf M390 combines Thorburn’s expertise with premium materials and refined craftsmanship to create a compact, high-performance everyday carry knife featuring a precision hollow-ground Leaf Point blade manufactured from Böhler M390 stainless steel.
The Leaf Point blade has been designed to provide exceptional versatility for everyday carry. Featuring a slightly less pronounced drop-point profile, a flatter cutting edge and a more downward blade angle, it offers excellent control for precision cutting, slicing and a wide range of general utility tasks. Its compact size makes it especially well suited to users seeking precise handling without compromising cutting performance.
A defining feature of this collaboration is the precision hollow-ground blade designed by André Thorburn. Hollow grinding creates a thinner blade behind the cutting edge, reducing cutting resistance and improving slicing performance while maintaining excellent control. The result is a blade that balances cutting efficiency with the durability required for everyday use.
The blade is manufactured from Böhler M390 stainless steel, one of the world’s most highly regarded premium knife steels. Produced using advanced third-generation powder metallurgy, M390 features a fine, micro-clean grain structure that delivers an exceptional combination of wear resistance, edge retention and corrosion resistance. Typically hardened to 60–62 HRC, it is widely recognised for maintaining a sharp cutting edge through prolonged use while offering excellent resistance to corrosion.
This collaboration also benefits from André Thorburn’s extensive experience working with M390 steel. The blade undergoes a carefully controlled three-stage heat treatment process, including a triple sub-zero quench, to optimise the steel’s performance and maximise its cutting characteristics.
The knife is fitted with durable G10 handle scales that provide a secure and dependable grip while offering excellent strength and resistance to moisture and environmental conditions. Combined with Honey Badger’s ergonomic handle design, the compact handle provides comfortable handling and confident control during everyday use.
Combining André Thorburn’s craftsmanship, a precision hollow-ground M390 blade and premium materials throughout, the Honey Badger Leaf M390 Small is an outstanding choice for collectors, enthusiasts and everyday carry users seeking exceptional cutting performance in a compact folding knife.
Features
- Premium small folding knife for everyday carry and utility use.
- Developed in collaboration with renowned knifemaker André Thorburn.
- Compact Leaf Point blade for precision cutting and everyday tasks.
- Precision hollow-ground blade for improved cutting efficiency.
- Premium Böhler M390 stainless steel blade.
- Advanced powder metallurgy steel with exceptional wear resistance.
- Outstanding edge retention and corrosion resistance.
- Typically hardened to 60–62 HRC.
- Three-stage heat treatment including a triple sub-zero quench.
- Durable G10 handle scales.
- Ergonomic handle design for improved comfort and control.
- Compact design for comfortable everyday carry.
- Durable construction designed for premium everyday performance.
Specifications
- Overall Length: 166mm (6.5 inches)
- Blade Length: 71mm (2.81 inches)
- Closed Length: 94mm (3.7 inches)
- Blade Thickness 3.0mm (0.12 inches)
- Weight: 70g (2.47 oz)
















