Kizer
Sheepdog Blade District Exclusive Ki3488.29BSE2
Quick Verdict
The Kizer Sheepdog Blade District Exclusive Ki3488.29BSE2 is a premium EDC folding knife featuring Elmax steel with damascus finish and Stainless steel handle, with a 2.95" blade. Ideal for everyday carry.
What We Like
- Durable construction
- Smooth deployment
- Premium materials
Considerations
- May require regular maintenance
Overview
The Iconic Sheepdog, Reimagined.
The Blade District Exclusive Kizer Sheepdog takes one of the most recognizable folding knife designs in the industry and elevates it into a truly premium collector's piece.
Limited to only 100 individually serialized knives, this exclusive combines American-made CamoCarbon Damtanium®, premium Elmax blade steel, and a stunning Mirror DLC finish with Kizer's incredibly smooth Button Liner Lock mechanism. Every detail was selected to create a Sheepdog unlike anything previously released.
From its clean, uninterrupted exterior to its premium materials throughout, this exclusive was designed with both collectors and everyday users in mind.
Blade District Exclusive
Only 100 pieces of this exclusive configuration will ever be produced.
Each knife is individually serialized inside the liner, preserving the clean appearance of the knife while ensuring every piece remains uniquely identifiable.
Every knife also includes a custom Blade District Certificate of Authenticity Card along with an exclusive Blade District sticker pack.
Mirror DLC Elmax Blade
At the heart of this exclusive is premium Elmax steel, heat treated to 60-62 HRC.
Known for its outstanding balance of edge retention, toughness, corrosion resistance, and ease of maintenance, Elmax has become one of the most respected premium stainless steels available for production folding knives.
The blade is finished in a gorgeous Mirror DLC, combining the durability of Diamond-Like Carbon coating with an exceptionally reflective polish. The result is a finish that offers excellent wear resistance while creating a striking appearance unlike traditional matte DLC coatings.
The iconic Sheepdog sheepsfoot blade profile remains one of the most recognizable designs in the knife industry, providing exceptional cutting performance with outstanding control for everyday tasks.
CamoCarbon® Damtanium Handle
The handle scales are crafted from genuine CamoCarbon® Damtanium, manufactured in the USA.
Inspired by the appearance of forged Damascus steel, Damtanium combines vibrant layered carbon fiber with incredible depth and movement that shifts as light reflects across the surface. They are also UV Reactive.
Every handle is unique, ensuring no two knives look exactly alike.
The exclusive is completed with a custom purple lock button, adding just enough contrast while complementing the rich colors found throughout the Damtanium scales.
Button Liner Lock
This exclusive utilizes Kizer's outstanding Button Liner Lock, also commonly referred to as a Top Liner Lock or Compression-Style Lock.
Rather than placing your fingers in the blade's closing path, the button safely disengages the lock, allowing the blade to swing freely while keeping your fingers safely out of the way.
The result is an incredibly smooth opening and closing experience that combines the confidence of a compression-style lock with the convenience and fidget-friendly operation of a button lock.
Clean by Design
One of the defining features of this Blade District Exclusive is something you won't immediately notice.
There is no visible billboarding anywhere on the exterior of the knife.
No blade steel markings.
No finish markings.
No oversized logos.
No serial number.
No pocket clip branding.
Instead, all essential markings, including the Blade District logo, Kizer logo, blade steel, finish designation, and individual serial number, have been discreetly engraved inside the liner, preserving the clean, uninterrupted appearance collectors appreciate.
The result is one of the cleanest production Sheepdogs ever produced.
Designed for Everyday Carry
The 2.95-inch Sheepdog platform delivers outstanding everyday usability while maintaining the bold character that made the original design famous.
Features include:
Thumb Hole Opening
Reversible Deep Carry Pocket Clip
Flat Ground Sheepsfoot Blade
Premium Cage Ceramic Ball Bearings
Smooth Button Liner Lock Action
SPECS:
Model: SheepdogModel Number: Blade District ExclusiveProduction: 100 Pieces WorldwideSerial Number: Individually Serialized Inside LinerAvailable: Aug. 2026Overall Length: 7.06" / 179.34mmDesigner: Sheepdog® KnivesOpener: Thumb HoleBlade Style: SheepsfootBlade Length: 2.95" /74.97mmBlade Thickness: 0.12" / 3mmBlade Material: ElmaxBlade Finishing: Mirror DLCHardness: 60-62Blade Grind: Flat GrindHandle Length: .11" / 104.37mmHandle Material: USA Made CamoCarbon® DamtaniumPocket Clip: Deep Carry ReversibleWeight: 3.39oz / 96gLock Type: Kizer Button Liner Lock™ (Top Liner / Compression Style)Certificate of Authenticity: IncludedBlade District Sticker Pack: Included
About the Designer
Founded by Chris Conaway, Sheepdog Knives has earned a reputation for creating bold, highly functional designs that balance everyday usability with unmistakable style. The Sheepdog quickly became the brand's signature design, recognized around the world for its distinctive broad sheepsfoot blade and exceptional cutting performance.
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Technical Specifications
9 specs Brand Kizer
Category Knives
Weight 96.1g (3.4 oz)
Material stainless steel
Blade Steel Elmax
Blade Length 2.95mm
Blade Shape Sheepsfoot
Lock Type Button Liner Lock