Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 – 3.35" Two-Tone DLC with Satin Flats CPM MagnaCut Drop Point Automatic Knife
The Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 is one of Pro-Tech's small-batch 2026 custom pieces, offered at the California Custom Knife Show (CCKS) Fall 2026. Built on Walter Brend's Brend Classic automatic, it upgrades the handles to blasted and tumbled 17-4 stainless steel with a textured finish, and the 3.35" CPM MagnaCut drop point blade gets a two-tone DLC finish with satin flats. A black lip pearl push button, black hardware and a black clip finish it. Only 10 were produced. Going Gear is an authorized Pro-Tech dealer.
Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Brand |
Pro-Tech Knives (USA) |
| Model |
Brend Classic |
| Pro-Tech Item # |
2026 Brend Classic Custom 003 |
| SKU |
2026-Brend-Classic-Custom-003 |
| Edition |
2026 Pro-Tech Custom |
| Production |
Limited to 10 pieces |
| Designer / Collaboration |
Walter Brend |
| Blade Length |
3.35" |
| Blade Steel |
CPM MagnaCut |
| Blade Finish |
Two-Tone DLC with Satin Flats |
| Blade Shape |
Drop Point |
| Overall Length |
7.56" |
| Handle Length |
4.2" |
| Handle |
Blasted/Tumbled 17-4 Steel Textured Handles |
| Button |
Black Lip Pearl Button |
| Hardware |
Black Hardware |
| Pocket Clip |
Black Clip |
| Lock / Opening |
Button Auto (Push-Button Automatic) |
| Made In |
USA |
| Knife Type |
Automatic Folding Knife |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 special?
The Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 is a Pro-Tech 2026 custom, a small-batch piece with only 10 produced, offered to dealers at the California Custom Knife Show (CCKS) Fall 2026. Pro-Tech's numbered customs use upgraded materials and finishes not found on standard production knives.
What is the blade length of the Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003?
The Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 has a 3.35" drop point blade and 7.56" overall length.
What steel is used in the Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003?
The Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 uses CPM MagnaCut steel with a two-tone DLC finish with satin flats. CPM MagnaCut is a powder-metallurgy stainless steel from Crucible, designed by metallurgist Larrin Thomas, that pairs high toughness and strong edge retention with excellent corrosion resistance — one of the most respected modern knife steels.
What handle material does the Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 have?
The Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 has blasted/tumbled 17-4 steel textured handles, paired with a black lip pearl button, black hardware and a black clip.
Is the Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 an automatic knife?
Yes — the Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 is a push-button automatic. Press the black lip pearl button and Pro-Tech's coil spring fires the blade fully open and locks it; press the same button again to unlock and fold the blade closed.
Who designed the Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003?
The Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 is built from a design by renowned custom knifemaker Walter Brend, made by Pro-Tech in the USA.
What is 17-4 steel?
17-4 PH is a precipitation-hardened stainless steel known for high strength and corrosion resistance. On the Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003, blasted and tumbled 17-4 steel handles give a rugged, textured, custom-grade feel that wears in well with carry.
Is the Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 legal to carry?
Automatic knife laws vary by state, county and city, so check the laws where you live and carry before buying the Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003. Many states allow automatic knives; some restrict carry, blade length or sale.
Is the Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 made in the USA?
Yes — the Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 is made in the USA. Pro-Tech Knives is a family-owned company in Placentia, California, that has built American automatic and button lock knives since 1999.
Where can I buy the Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003?
The Pro-Tech Brend Classic 2026 Custom 003 is available at Going Gear, an authorized Pro-Tech dealer. With only 10 made, limited Pro-Tech releases like this sell out quickly.
