{"product_id":"protech-knives-malibu-5403-blue","title":"Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue – 3.25″ DLC Black MagnaCut Reverse Tanto, Blue 7075 Aluminum, Button Lock Flipper","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue – 3.25\" DLC Black MagnaCut Reverse Tanto Folding Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue is a USA-made EDC folding knife featuring a 3.25\" DLC black CPM MagnaCut reverse tanto blade and a solid blue 7075 aluminum handle. The Malibu is Pro-Tech's manual button lock flipper — flick the flipper tab to deploy and press the button to close, with black hardware and a black short deep carry clip. Going Gear is an authorized Pro-Tech dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePro-Tech\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMalibu\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5403-Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPM MagnaCut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDLC Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReverse Tanto\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid Blue 7075 Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLock Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eButton Lock (Manual Flipper)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClip Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort Deep Carry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.99 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade In\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFolding Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the blade length of the Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue has a 3.25\" DLC black CPM MagnaCut reverse tanto blade with a 7.5\" overall length — a compact, lightweight EDC folder at just 2.99 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a reverse tanto blade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA reverse tanto blade, as featured on the Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue, angles the spine down to meet the edge at a reinforced tip — combining tanto-style tip strength with a useful belly for everyday slicing tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat steel is used in the Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue uses CPM MagnaCut steel with a DLC black coating. MagnaCut is a premium American powder steel prized for combining excellent edge retention and toughness with stainless-level corrosion resistance, and the DLC coating adds further wear protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue an automatic knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — the Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue is a manual button lock flipper. The flipper tab deploys the blade and the push button releases the lock, making it EDC-friendly in areas where automatic knives are restricted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat handle material does the Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue features a solid blue 7075 aluminum handle. 7075 is an aerospace-grade alloy noticeably stronger than standard 6061 aluminum, keeping the knife rigid yet lightweight, and it's paired with a black short deep carry clip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue made in the USA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue is made in the USA. Pro-Tech Knives is a family-owned American company that machines, hand-fits, and finishes its knives in small batches to a near-custom standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue is available at Going Gear, an authorized Pro-Tech dealer. Going Gear carries the full Pro-Tech lineup with fast shipping and expert customer support.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue a good EDC knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the Pro-Tech Malibu 5403-Blue pairs a premium DLC-coated MagnaCut reverse tanto blade with a strong 7075 aluminum handle, smooth bearing-style flipper action, and a deep carry clip, making it an outstanding USA-made everyday carry folder.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ProTech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52733138993472,"sku":"5403-Blue","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/8953\/7088\/files\/5403-blue-front-view_e40eec69-c8ae-4ba7-a28b-fc5f0a8ba26c.jpg?v=1783172266","url":"https:\/\/goinglights.com\/products\/protech-knives-malibu-5403-blue","provider":"Going Lights","version":"1.0","type":"link"}