New Reverse Verdal Minnow Damascus Steel Knife Bolo Tie
Japanese-forged Damascus steel. Handcrafted Western style. One extraordinary Reverse Bolo Tie.
The New Reverse Verdal Minnow Damascus Steel Knife Bolo Tie brings together two worlds that weren't supposed to meet—and somehow look like they always belonged together.
At the heart of this design is the pocket-sized Verdal handmade Damascus EDC folding knife, featuring a striking 67-layer Japanese-forged Damascus steel blade with a VG-10 core. We've transformed this compact functional knife into the centerpiece of one of our most distinctive Reverse Bolo Ties yet.
The result is part Western wear, part functional EDC, and part miniature work of art.
🔥 What Makes the Verdal Minnow Different?
This isn't simply a beautiful little knife attached to a bolo tie. The Verdal Minnow was built as a serious compact EDC knife, with materials and construction normally associated with premium folding knives.
- 🔥 67-Layer Japanese Damascus Steel: The blade combines layers of Damascus steel around a VG-10 core, producing exceptional visual patterning along with excellent edge retention.
- ⚙️ VG-10 Core: The Japanese VG-10 steel core provides the cutting edge at the heart of the Damascus construction.
- 💪 60 HRC Hardness: Designed to provide a hard, durable cutting edge with strong edge retention.
- 💎 One-of-a-Kind Damascus Pattern: The layered construction creates individual pattern variations, meaning no two blades will look exactly alike.
- 🪵 Stabilized Maple & Jade Quicksand Resin: Natural maple wood combines with swirling resin to create a dramatic handle with its own individual color and grain characteristics.
- 🐙 Hand-Carved Octopus Motif: Intricate metal detailing gives the knife an unmistakable artistic character before the blade is ever opened.
- ⚙️ Ceramic Ball Bearings: High-precision ceramic bearings provide smooth blade deployment.
- 🔒 Secure Liner Lock: Helps keep the blade securely positioned during use.
- 👉 Dual Opening Methods: Top-switch and flipper-tab deployment provide convenient opening options.
- ✋ Ergonomic Anti-Slip Design: An integrated thumb ramp, textured spine, and shaped body provide multiple positioning points for greater control.
🤠 Then We Turned It Into a Reverse Bolo Tie
A traditional bolo puts the decorative centerpiece at the collar.
We flipped it.
The adjustable bolo slide remains at the collar while the Verdal Minnow becomes the centerpiece below. The compact knife hangs from the braided leather as a functional piece of Western jewelry—creating a look you're unlikely to see walking into the next room.
It's unmistakably a bolo tie.
It's unmistakably a knife.
And it's unmistakably Mike's Custom Bolos.
Product Specifications
Style: Reverse Knife Bolo Tie
Knife: Verdal Pocket-Sized Handmade Damascus EDC Folding Knife
Blade Material: Japanese-Forged 67-Layer Damascus Steel with VG-10 Core
Blade Hardness: Approximately 60 HRC
Blade Length: Approximately 2.17 inches / 5.53 cm
Blade Width: Approximately 1.30 inches / 3.31 cm
Blade Style: Compact V-Grind Damascus Blade
Knife Length — Open: Approximately 5.17 inches / 13.1 cm
Knife Width — Closed: Approximately 1.50 inches / 3.81 cm
Knife Weight: Approximately 4.28 oz. / 121.4 g
Handle Material: Stabilized Maple Wood & Jade Quicksand Resin Composite
Handle Detail: Natural Wood & Resin Hybrid Pattern
Decorative Detail: Hand-Carved Octopus Motif
Opening: Top-Switch & Flipper-Tab Deployment
Bearing System: Ceramic Ball Bearings
Lock: Liner Lock
Grip: Ergonomic Anti-Slip Design with Textured Spine & Thumb Ramp
Leather: Genuine Braided Bolo Leather
Slide: Adjustable Bolo Supply Co. Slide
Tips: Coordinating Western Bolo Tips
Assembly: Handcrafted by Mike's Custom Bolos
💎 No Two Are Exactly Alike
That's one of our favorite things about this design.
Damascus steel develops its character through its layered construction, while the stabilized maple and swirling resin handle introduces natural variations of its own. Because of those materials, individual blade patterns, wood grain, resin movement, and coloration may vary from piece to piece.
Those variations aren't imperfections—they're part of what makes each Verdal Minnow Reverse Bolo Tie individually distinctive.
🔪 Pocket-Sized Knife. Full-Sized Conversation Starter.
At only about 5.17 inches fully open, the Verdal Minnow delivers substantial detail in a surprisingly compact package. Closed, its short profile makes it especially well suited to the Reverse Bolo Tie design.
Look closely and you'll find layered Damascus steel, carved metalwork, natural maple, swirling resin, precision bearings, and a functional folding blade.
Then step back—and it's Western wear.
That's exactly what makes this one fun.
🎁 Made for Someone Who Already Has Everything
The Verdal Minnow Reverse Bolo Tie makes an unforgettable choice for knife collectors, EDC enthusiasts, cowboys, ranchers, outdoorsmen, Western wear collectors, groomsmen, husbands, fathers, grandfathers and that one person who's nearly impossible to shop for.
Because chances are pretty good...
they don't already have a Damascus steel pocket knife hanging from their bolo tie. 😎
⚠️ Safety Notice: This product incorporates a functional folding knife with a sharp blade. Handle responsibly and keep away from children. Buyers are responsible for complying with applicable local laws and regulations regarding the possession, carrying, and use of knives.
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