{"product_id":"nl-knives-nowa-edc-titanium-frame-lock-folding-knife","title":"NL Knives NoWa EDC – Titanium Frame Lock Folding Knife","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePremium mid-size EDC folder from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNL Knives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eClean, minimalist \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estonewashed titanium construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethree premium blade configurations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.5\" blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with slim \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 mm \/ 0.12\" thickness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFlipper deployment on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edouble-row ceramic bearings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eStrong and reliable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame Lock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStonewashed titanium pocket clip and backspacer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLightweight at approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100–104 g \/ 3.5–3.7 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefined enough for gentleman’s carry, practical enough for daily work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNL Knives NoWa EDC\u003c\/strong\u003e is the purest and most practical expression of the NoWa platform — a premium mid-size folding knife built with clean titanium construction, excellent ergonomics, smooth action, and everyday usability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eNoWa was designed around a minimalist philosophy: remove everything unnecessary while keeping the features that matter. The result is a knife that looks simple and refined at first glance, yet reveals thoughtful sculpting, premium mechanics, and serious functionality in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eUnlike the more decorative NoWa Carbon and Super NoWa versions, \u003cstrong\u003eNoWa EDC keeps the focus on simplicity and performance\u003c\/strong\u003e, using stonewashed titanium throughout and letting the blade configuration define the knife's personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree Blade Configurations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe NoWa EDC is available in three distinct blade options, letting you choose the steel, geometry, and finish that best match your preferences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharacter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnaCut Tanto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCPM MagnaCut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmerican Tanto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStonewashed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTough, corrosion-resistant, modern and purpose-driven\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZDI Elmax Drop Point\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZDI Elmax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrop Point\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefined, distinctive, and more collector-oriented\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM390 Drop Point\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM390\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrop Point\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStonewashed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent edge retention with classic EDC versatility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMagnaCut American Tanto\u003c\/strong\u003e brings a more angular, assertive look to the NoWa, pairing premium corrosion resistance and toughness with a practical stonewashed finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eZDI Elmax Drop Point\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a more elegant presentation, pairing versatile Drop Point geometry with a polished blade for a refined, custom appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eM390 Drop Point\u003c\/strong\u003e is perhaps the most traditional EDC configuration, combining excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance with a practical stonewashed finish and a highly versatile blade profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAll three variants share the same approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e3.5\" blade length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e3 mm \/ 0.12\" blade thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, keeping the NoWa EDC compact, efficient, and easy to carry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle \u0026amp; Ergonomics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;\"\u003eAll three NoWa EDC variants share the same \u003cstrong\u003estonewashed titanium handle\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the knife a clean, cohesive, and highly practical appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;\"\u003eThe NoWa handle is intentionally minimalist, yet its simplicity masks careful ergonomic design. The edges are softly rounded, the frame is sculpted for comfortable indexing, and the overall shape allows the knife to sit naturally and securely in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;\"\u003eTitanium provides excellent strength and durability without excessive weight, helping keep the complete knife at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e100–104 g \/ 3.5–3.7 oz,\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on the blade configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction \u0026amp; Lock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;\"\u003eThe NoWa EDC is a true \u003cstrong\u003eflipper\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring \u003cstrong\u003edouble-row ceramic bearings\u003c\/strong\u003e for smooth, fast, and responsive deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;\"\u003eA robust \u003cstrong\u003eFrame Lock\u003c\/strong\u003e provides reliable blade lockup while keeping the construction mechanically simple and visually clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;\"\u003eThis combination delivers the smooth action expected of a premium custom-style folder without compromising reliability or long-term usability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarry \u0026amp; Finishing Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;\"\u003eThe minimalist theme continues with a \u003cstrong\u003estonewashed titanium pocket clip\u003c\/strong\u003e and a matching \u003cstrong\u003estonewashed titanium backspacer\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;\"\u003eRather than decorative materials or contrasting finishes, the NoWa EDC keeps everything intentionally understated and functional. The result is a knife that carries discreetly, wears naturally over time, and maintains a cohesive appearance from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px 0px 0px 40px;\"\u003eWhether paired with the aggressive MagnaCut Tanto, the polished ZDI Elmax Drop Point, or the classic M390 Drop Point, the all-titanium frame keeps the knife unmistakably NoWa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNL Knives NoWa EDC\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium everyday folder for those who appreciate minimalist design, refined ergonomics, and high-quality materials without unnecessary decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eChoose the rugged \u003cstrong\u003eMagnaCut American Tanto\u003c\/strong\u003e, the refined, \u003cstrong\u003epolished ZDI Elmax Drop Point\u003c\/strong\u003e, or the versatile \u003cstrong\u003eM390 Drop Point\u003c\/strong\u003e — each version features the same 3.5-inch blade, a slim 3 mm profile, stonewashed titanium construction, smooth ceramic-bearing action, and a dependable Frame Lock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimple. Practical. Refined. Built to carry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe NL Knives NoWa EDC is a premium lightweight titanium Frame Lock flipper with a 3.5-inch, 3 mm blade, available in CPM MagnaCut American Tanto, polished ZDI Elmax Drop Point, or M390 Drop Point configurations, with stonewashed titanium construction and double-row ceramic bearing action\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nl-knives\" title=\"NL Knives collection\"\u003eNL Knives\u003c\/a\u003e or browse our\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/folding-knives\" title=\"Folding knives\"\u003e Folding Knives\u003c\/a\u003e collection for additional custom and EDC blades\u003cstrong\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NL Knives","offers":[{"title":"M390\/ Drop point\/ Stonewashed","offer_id":53542723060001,"sku":"NLKNIVES-EDC-M390","price":699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"MagnaCut\/ Tanto\/ Stonewashed","offer_id":53542722994465,"sku":"NLKNIVES-EDC-MAGNACUT","price":699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ZDI ELMAX\/ Drop point\/ Polished","offer_id":53542723027233,"sku":"NLKNIVES-EDC-ZDIELMAX","price":720.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0880\/2924\/files\/NoWa-EDC-m390-1.jpg?v=1790046382","url":"https:\/\/sharpquarters.com\/products\/nl-knives-nowa-edc-titanium-frame-lock-folding-knife","provider":"SharpQuarters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}