Arno Bernard Knives Turaco African Blackwood (Flipper, Ball Bearings, Mirror Polished)

Arno Bernard Knives Turaco – Modern Button-Lock Folder from a South African Manufacturer

The Arno Bernard Knives Turaco is a state-of-the-art pocket knife from the traditional manufacturer Arno Bernard Knives. This family-run business produces knives where almost every detail is manufactured in-house – from the blade to the smallest screw. Only the washers are sourced externally. The result is a folder in the absolute premium segment, combining modern mechanics, uncompromising material selection, and exceptionally precise craftsmanship.

Technical Specifications

• Overall Length: approx. 203 mm
• Blade Length: approx. 86 mm
• Weight: approx. 109 g
• Locking Mechanism: Button-Lock
• Blade Steel: M390
• Blade Bearing: Ball bearings or washers
• Opening Mechanism: Flipper + thumb stud
• Frame: Titanium

At the heart of the Turaco is M390 high-performance steel, known for its extremely high edge retention, excellent corrosion resistance, and very good wear resistance. Combined with the modern button-lock, this folder not only performs at the highest technical level but also offers particularly intuitive and secure handling.

Your Turaco – Individual Configuration

The Turaco is available in various versions, allowing you to perfectly match it to your use and style. The differences mainly lie in mechanical details, running performance, and design variants:

Options at a glance:

• Blade Finish: Stonewash or Belt Satin Finish
• Bearing: Ball bearings or classic washers
• Blade Design: with fuller or clean blade design
• Opening System: Flipper + thumb stud (slightly varying setup depending on the version)
• Handle Materials: various high-quality materials depending on the variant

Each configuration gives the Turaco its own character without departing from its clear design line: modern, functional, and uncompromisingly high-quality – true South African craftsmanship.

Configure Your Individual Turaco

If you want to put together your very own Turaco, you can configure all variants freely here.