Reverse Red Damascus Knife Bolo Tie | Handcrafted Western Knife Bolo

The Reverse Red Damascus Knife Bolo Tie takes Western wear in an entirely different direction.

Built by Mike’s Custom Bolos using a compact Damascus-pattern folding knife, this design turns a functional pocket knife into a bold, wearable bolo tie. The rich red resin-style handle, ornate Western metalwork, Damascus-pattern blade, and genuine leather create a piece that looks just as good hanging from a Western shirt as it does displayed in a collection.

Unlike a traditional bolo, the knife is worn in the reverse position, with the handle becoming the focal point of the design and the leather passing through the opening at the top of the knife.

Wear it. Carry it. Open it. Use it.

🔪 Knife Features

• Knife Style: Compact folding pocket knife
• Blade: Damascus-pattern steel blade
• Blade Length: Approximately 4.3–4.5 cm / 1.7"
• Handle Length: Approximately 7 cm / 2.75"
• Overall Open Length: Approximately 11.3–11.5 cm / 4.5"
• Closed Length: Approximately 7.8 cm / 3.1"
• Handle Width: Approximately 2.4–3 cm / 0.95–1.18"
• Knife Weight: Approximately 100 g / 3.5 oz
• Handle: Rich red resin-style handle with black matrix veining
• Hardware: Ornate silver, black and gold-tone Western-inspired detailing
• Blade Design: Distinctive layered wave-style Damascus pattern
• Opening: Blade groove assists with opening
• Locking Mechanism: Folding blade includes a locking mechanism to help secure the blade while open

Because of the nature of Damascus-pattern steel and decorative handle materials, individual pattern placement and appearance may vary, giving each knife its own character.

🤠 Reverse Bolo Tie Design

Mike converts the folding knife into a wearable Reverse Knife Bolo Tie, allowing the decorative red handle to become the centerpiece while keeping the folding blade incorporated into the design.

The genuine leather passes through the knife's rear opening and is secured as part of the bolo configuration. The result is part Western accessory, part pocket knife and one seriously memorable conversation piece.

Product Specifications

Style: Reverse Knife Bolo Tie
Centerpiece: Functional compact folding knife
Handle Color: Red with black matrix-style veining
Handle Accents: Silver, black and gold-tone Western detailing
Blade: Damascus-pattern folding blade
Approximate Blade Length: 1.7"
Approximate Open Length: 4.5"
Approximate Closed Knife Length: 3.1"
Approximate Knife Weight: 3.5 oz
Bolo Material: Genuine leather
Construction: Hand-assembled and converted into a bolo tie by Mike’s Custom Bolos
Design: Western / EDC / Knife Bolo
Maker: Mike’s Custom Bolos — Elgin, Texas

⚠️ Functional Knife

This is not a decorative imitation blade. The centerpiece contains a functional folding knife.

The blade should remain fully folded and secured when the bolo tie is being worn. Always remove the bolo tie before opening or using the knife. Keep fingers clear of the blade path and locking mechanism when opening or closing the knife.

Buyer is responsible for following all applicable local and state laws regarding the possession, carrying and use of knives.

What Makes This Bolo Different?

A traditional bolo tie starts with a slide.

This one starts with a knife.

Mike's Custom Bolos takes the unexpected shape, hardware and character of a compact folding knife and turns it into wearable Western art. The brilliant red handle gives the piece its punch, while the Damascus-style blade reveals an entirely different personality when opened.

It's made for the cowboy, collector, outdoorsman, EDC enthusiast—or anybody who looks at an ordinary bolo tie and thinks:

Yeah...but what if it had a knife? 🔪🤠

Handcrafted by Mike's Custom Bolos Locally Owned & Operated — Elgin, Texas Be Brave! Be Bolo'd!