Oknife AION DLC Nitro-V Zombie Green Aluminum Folding Knife by Ostap Hel The Oknife AION by Ostap Hel is a modern EDC folding knife designed around ergonomic everyday carry, minimalist styling, and practical functionality. Combining Ostap Hel’s distinctive design language with lightweight construction and durable materials, the AION delivers an excellent balance of performance, comfort, and contemporary aesthetics. The design also draws inspiration from the modern visual identity of Olight products, reflecting the shared design philosophy within the Olight and Oknife ecosystem. Clean lines, symmetrical construction, and technical finishing details create a refined everyday carry folder with a distinctive character. This version features a Nitro-V steel blade, a lightweight 6061-T6 aluminum handle, ceramic ball bearings, and a fast, intuitive flipper deployment system. Oknife AION – Modern EDC Folder Designed by Ostap Hel Nitro-V Drop Point Blade The blade is manufactured from Nitro-V stainless steel (New Jersey Steel), a modern steel appreciated for its excellent corrosion resistance, balanced toughness, wear resistance, and ease of sharpening. With a hardness of 59±2 HRC, Nitro-V delivers reliable cutting performance and edge retention for everyday carry applications. The versatile drop point blade profile offers excellent functionality for utility cutting, slicing, precision work, and general EDC tasks. Its balanced geometry makes it suitable for a broad range of daily cutting applications. The blade is finished with a highly durable DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating rated at 2000HV, significantly improving wear resistance while reducing glare and friction during cutting. Fast Flipper Deployment and Ceramic Bearings The AION opens via an integrated flipper mechanism, allowing quick, smooth, and reliable one-handed deployment. Precision-machined ceramic ball bearings provide exceptionally fluid blade action while minimizing friction and long-term wear. Jimping on the blade spine improves grip security and control during detailed cutting tasks, enhancing handling and overall user confidence. 6061-T6 Aluminum Handle The handle is machined from 6061-T6 aluminum, a lightweight yet durable material widely used in high-performance tools and equipment. Its excellent strength-to-weight ratio helps keep the knife light and comfortable for daily carry while maintaining impressive durability. The handle features a Full-Color Anodized finish, providing long-lasting color retention and excellent resistance to everyday wear. The textured surface improves grip security while giving the knife its distinctive modern appearance. The ergonomic profile enhances comfort during extended use and allows confident handling during both utility and precision cutting tasks. A reversible titanium-coated steel pocket clip supports convenient left- or right-hand carry. Ostap Hel – Contemporary Functional Design Ostap Hel is a respected designer of knives and EDC gear known for combining modern aesthetics with practical functionality. His work emphasizes clean lines, ergonomic efficiency, and highly usable everyday tools. The AION reflects this philosophy through its balanced proportions, minimalist appearance, and practical construction. Oknife – Modern EDC Folding Knives Oknife develops modern EDC tools and folding knives using premium materials, advanced manufacturing technologies, and user-focused engineering. The brand emphasizes quality, ergonomics, reliability, and innovative design solutions for everyday users. Specifications Knife Type: Folding knife Edge Type: Plain edge Blade Profile: Drop Point Blade Steel: Nitro-V (New Jersey Steel) Hardness: 59±2 HRC Blade Finish: DLC 2000HV coating Handle Material: 6061-T6 Aluminum Handle Finish: Full-Color Anodization Locking Mechanism: Liner Lock Opening Mechanism: Flipper Bearings: Ceramic ball bearings Pocket Clip: Titanium-coated steel, reversible, left/right carry Sharpening Angle: 18°–22° Designer: Ostap Hel SKU: 0.0030.0150 Package Contents Oknife AION folding knife Spare screws Zombie PVC patch Designer insert card Specifications / user manual Manufacturer packaging Dimensions Overall Length: 207.9 mm | 8.19″ Closed Length: 118.2 mm | 4.65″ Blade Length: 89.7 mm | 3.53″ Blade Thickness: 3.0 mm | 0.12″ Weight Weight: 92 g | 3.25 oz Manufacturer Manufacturer: Oknife, China Video Maintenance Remember! Every of our knives are extremely sharp, so be careful when handling them! Do not use your knife for something besides it’s intended purpose! Do not use the knife as a can opener, screwdriver, chisel, hammer, crowbar etc. After using your knife with sea water, blood, fruits or other corrosive mediums, always rinse the knife with fresh water and dry it off. Do not wash the knife with harder chemicals or in the dishwasher. This may damage or destroy the knife. Before storing your knife, apply thin film of high-quality gun oil or special knife oil or wax to knives. We recommend that you always keep your knife and sheath clean and dry when not in use. Always keep your knife sharp, so it can always take care of you.