{"title":"M4 Knives","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnter the realm of ultimate hard-use performance with our collection of CPM M4 knives at Blade Forge. A legendary high-speed tool steel from Crucible Industries, CPM M4 is engineered for brutal tasks where toughness, wear resistance, and edge stability are paramount. For demanding knife users in Australia who push their tools to the absolute limit and understand the unique characteristics of non-stainless super steels, an M4 knife offers unparalleled capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCPM M4: The Ultimate Workhorse Tool Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCPM M4 is a powdered metallurgy high-speed tool steel, produced using Crucible's advanced CPM process. This method ensures an incredibly uniform distribution of its high alloy content, which includes significant amounts of Vanadium, Molybdenum, Tungsten, and a high carbon content. This precise composition is what grants M4 its formidable properties:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnrivalled Toughness:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is arguably M4's most celebrated attribute. It offers phenomenal resistance to chipping, breaking, and deformation, even under extreme impact or lateral stress. This makes it ideal for tasks that would destroy lesser steels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Edge Retention \u0026amp; Wear Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thanks to its high carbide volume (especially vanadium carbides), M4 holds a working edge for an astonishingly long time, even when cutting abrasive materials. It's built to stay sharp through prolonged, heavy use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Performance for Demanding Tasks:\u003c\/strong\u003e M4 excels in applications where both extreme toughness and long-lasting sharpness are critical, such as heavy-duty utility, woodworking, or tactical use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose an M4 Knife from Blade Forge? (Crucial Considerations)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpting for an M4 knife means investing in a blade designed for the most arduous challenges, but it comes with a specific understanding:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrutal Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your knife sees hard use, batoning, aggressive cutting, or encounters tough materials, M4's combination of toughness and edge retention is incredibly difficult to beat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliability Under Stress:\u003c\/strong\u003e You can trust an M4 blade not to fail catastrophically when pushed to its limits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrucial Consideration: Corrosion Resistance.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is vital to understand that CPM M4 is a tool steel, NOT a stainless steel. It has very low corrosion resistance and WILL patina and rust if not properly cared for. This is not a defect, but a characteristic of its design for maximum toughness and wear resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e To prevent corrosion, M4 blades require diligent care, including immediate cleaning after use (especially with acidic materials), thorough drying, and regular oiling or application of a rust-inhibiting coating. The patina that develops over time can also offer some protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsideration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharpening. While not as difficult as some other super steels, M4's high wear resistance means it can be challenging to sharpen without appropriate abrasives, such as diamond or CBN stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Blade Forge, our selection of M4 knives in Australia features models from elite manufacturers who expertly process and heat-treat this legendary steel to unlock its full potential. Explore our collection today and arm yourself with a cutting tool engineered for the most demanding tasks, understanding the care it requires.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"benchmade-freek-560bk-1-m4-black-cerakote-blade-layered-g10-handles","title":"Benchmade Freek 560BK-1 - M4 Black Cerakote Blade, Layered G10 Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/benchmade-freek\"\u003eBenchmade Freek\u003c\/a\u003e 560BK-1, featuring a CPM-M4 super steel blade with a 62-64HRC for maximum strength and durability. The drop point blade design provides versatility and precision, while the black and grey textured G10 handle with a red base layer offers a secure and comfortable grip. With a sleek Cerakote finish and a black oxide pocket clip, this knife is a reliable and stylish addition to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Steel: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/m4-knives\"\u003eCPM-M4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/s90v-knives\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Super Steel (62-64HRC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpen Length: 8.46\" (21.49cm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 3.6\" (9.14cm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 0.114\" (2.9mm)\u003cbr\u003eClosed Length: 4.86\" (12.34cm)\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 0.62\" (15.75mm)\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 4.3oz (121.9\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eg\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003cbr\u003eMechanism: AXIS Lock\u003cbr\u003eBlade Style: Drop Point\u003cbr\u003eHandle: Black And Grey Textured G10 With Red Base Layer\u003cbr\u003eHandle Colour: Black\/Grey\/Red\u003cbr\u003ePocket Clip: Split Arrow\u003cbr\u003eBlade Finish: Cerakote\u003cbr\u003eBlade Colour: Black\u003cbr\u003eClip Colour: Black\u003cbr\u003eClip Finish: Black Oxide\u003cbr\u003eClip Position: Tip Up\u003cbr\u003eClip Type: Split Arrow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/shX16mxbRsw?si=8UGbT2mk5KZ-yADm\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48150642917691,"sku":"560BK-1","price":399.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/4042\/7323\/files\/benchmade_560BK-1_1.jpg?v=1712274456"},{"product_id":"benchmade-mini-freek-565bk-02-m4-black-cerakote-blade-layered-g10-handles","title":"Benchmade Mini Freek 565BK-02 - M4 Black Cerakote Blade, Layered G10 Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/benchmade-freek\"\u003eBenchmade Mini Freek\u003c\/a\u003e 565BK-02 features a durable and high-quality CPM-M4 super steel blade with a hardness of 62-64HRC, making it ideal for heavy-duty tasks. With its lightweight design and AXIS lock mechanism, this knife is easy to carry and use, while its Cerakote blade and layered G10 handle provide both style and functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Steel: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/m4-knives\"\u003eCPM-M4\u003c\/a\u003e Super Steel (62-64HRC)\u003cbr\u003eOpen Length: 7.05\" (17.91cm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 3\" (7.62cm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 0.104\" (2.64mm)\u003cbr\u003eClosed Length: 4.05\" (10.29cm)\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 0.545\" (13.84mm)\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 2.85oz (80.8\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eg\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003cbr\u003eMechanism: AXIS Lock\u003cbr\u003eBlade Style: Drop Point\u003cbr\u003eHandle: G10\u003cbr\u003eHandle Colour: Black\/Grey\/Red\u003cbr\u003ePocket Clip: Reversible tip-up black oxide split-arrow\u003cbr\u003eBlade Finish: Cerakote\u003cbr\u003eBlade Colour: Black\u003cbr\u003eClip Colour: Black\u003cbr\u003eClip Finish: Black Oxide\u003cbr\u003eClip Position: Tip Up\u003cbr\u003eClip Type: Split Arrow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EmT3k2xjbuc?si=6RWAM8AG8Q9KE_Gh\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48150660907323,"sku":"565BK-02","price":429.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/4042\/7323\/files\/benchmade_565bk-02_1.jpg?v=1712275756"},{"product_id":"benchmade-bailout-537gy-1-m4-grey-cerakote-tanto-blade-woodland-green-aluminium-handles","title":"Benchmade Bailout 537GY-1 - M4 Grey Cerakote Tanto Blade, Woodland Green Aluminium Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/benchmade-bailout\"\u003eBenchmade Bailout\u003c\/a\u003e 537GY-1 features a CPM-M4 super steel blade with a 62-64HRC hardness, providing unparalleled strength and durability. With an open length of 8.09\" and a blade length of 3.38\", this tanto style blade is perfect for precision cutting tasks. The 6061-T6 aluminium handle is anodised in woodland green, creating a lightweight and stylish design. The blade is finished with a tungsten grey Cerakote, while the clip is finished in black oxide for a sleek and professional look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Steel: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/m4-knives\"\u003eCPM-M4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/3v-knives\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Super Steel (62-64HRC)\u003cbr\u003eOpen Length: 8.09\" (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e20.55\u003c\/span\u003ecm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 3.38\" (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e8.59\u003c\/span\u003ecm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 0.09\" (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2.29\u003c\/span\u003emm)\u003cbr\u003eClosed Length: 4.69\" (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e11.91c\u003c\/span\u003ecm)\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 0.41\" (10.41mm)\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 2.7oz (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e76.54\u003c\/span\u003eg)\u003cbr\u003eMechanism: AXIS Lock\u003cbr\u003eBlade Style: Tanto\u003cbr\u003eHandle: 6061-T6 Aluminum\u003cbr\u003eHandle Colour: Woodland Green Anodised\u003cbr\u003eBlade Finish: Cerakote\u003cbr\u003eBlade Colour: Tungsten Grey\u003cbr\u003eClip Colour: Black\u003cbr\u003eClip Finish: Black Oxide\u003cbr\u003eClip Position: Tip Up\u003cbr\u003eClip Type: Mini Deep Carry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/X7R4UX0i6Z0?si=xaFnhowA1-2wBGEv\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48151465754939,"sku":"537GY-1","price":449.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/4042\/7323\/files\/benchmade_537GY-1_1.jpg?v=1712294788"},{"product_id":"benchmade-bailout-537fe-02-m4-flat-dark-earth-cerakote-tanto-blade-crater-blue-aluminium-handles","title":"Benchmade Bailout 537FE-02 - M4 Flat Dark Earth Cerakote Tanto Blade, Crater Blue Aluminium Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/benchmade-bailout\"\u003eBenchmade Bailout\u003c\/a\u003e 537FE-02 boasts a high-performance CPM-M4 super steel blade for ultimate durability and strength (62-64HRC). Its Tanto blade style cuts through any task with ease, while the AXIS lock mechanism ensures safe use at all times. Lightweight and sleek in Crater Blue Aluminium with Flat Dark Earth and Black accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Steel: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/m4-knives\"\u003eCPM-M4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/3v-knives\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Super Steel (62-64HRC)\u003cbr\u003eOpen Length: 8.09\" (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e20.55\u003c\/span\u003ecm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 3.38\" (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e8.59\u003c\/span\u003ecm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 0.09\" (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2.29\u003c\/span\u003emm)\u003cbr\u003eClosed Length: 4.69\" (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e11.91c\u003c\/span\u003ecm)\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 0.41\" (10.41mm)\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 2.7oz (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e76.54\u003c\/span\u003eg)\u003cbr\u003eMechanism: AXIS Lock\u003cbr\u003eBlade Style: Tanto\u003cbr\u003eHandle: 6061-T6 Aluminum\u003cbr\u003eHandle Colour: Crater Blue Anodised\u003cbr\u003eBlade Finish: Cerakote\u003cbr\u003eBlade Colour: Flat Dark Earth\u003cbr\u003eClip Colour: Black\u003cbr\u003eClip Finish: Black Oxide\u003cbr\u003eClip Position: Tip Up\u003cbr\u003eClip Type: Mini Deep Carry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gy3gmv23Dww?si=-JZNPFwT75B5hcnV\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/X7R4UX0i6Z0?si=xaFnhowA1-2wBGEv\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48151533355323,"sku":"537FE-02","price":464.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/4042\/7323\/files\/benchmade_537FE-02_1.jpg?v=1712295329"},{"product_id":"benchmade-bailout-537gy-03-m4-tungsten-grey-cerakote-tanto-blade-black-aluminium-handles","title":"Benchmade Bailout 537GY-03 - M4 Tungsten Grey Cerakote Tanto Blade, Black Aluminium Handles","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/benchmade-bailout\"\u003eBenchmade Bailout\u003c\/a\u003e 537GY-03 is a high-performance knife, featuring a CPM-M4 super steel blade with a 62-64HRC hardness and a Tungsten Grey Cerakote finish. Weighing only 2.7oz with a compact 4.69\" closed length, it's a lightweight and convenient tool for any adventure. The 6061-T6 aluminium handle is anodised in black for durability, while the AXIS lock provides secure and reliable blade deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Steel: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/m4-knives\"\u003eCPM-M4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/3v-knives\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Super Steel (62-64HRC)\u003cbr\u003eOpen Length: 8.09\" (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e20.55\u003c\/span\u003ecm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 3.38\" (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e8.59\u003c\/span\u003ecm)\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 0.09\" (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2.29\u003c\/span\u003emm)\u003cbr\u003eClosed Length: 4.69\" (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e11.91c\u003c\/span\u003ecm)\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 0.41\" (10.41mm)\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 2.7oz (\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e76.54\u003c\/span\u003eg)\u003cbr\u003eMechanism: AXIS Lock\u003cbr\u003eBlade Style: Tanto\u003cbr\u003eHandle: 6061-T6 Aluminum\u003cbr\u003eHandle Colour: Black Anodised\u003cbr\u003eBlade Finish: Cerakote\u003cbr\u003eBlade Colour: Tungsten Grey\u003cbr\u003eClip Colour: Black\u003cbr\u003eClip Finish: Black Oxide\u003cbr\u003eClip Position: Tip Up\u003cbr\u003eClip Type: Mini Deep Carry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pwN71FIe3E8?si=U57F8-Io06xI1bTc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/X7R4UX0i6Z0?si=xaFnhowA1-2wBGEv\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benchmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48151542956347,"sku":"537GY-03","price":464.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/4042\/7323\/files\/benchmade_537GY-03_1.jpg?v=1712296231"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/4042\/7323\/collections\/benchmade_560BK-1_3.jpg?v=1752134090","url":"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/collections\/m4-knives.oembed","provider":"Blade Forge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}