Status: Limited Sprint-Run Pre-Order Lead Time: 12-14 Weeks
Limited Pre-Order Exclusive: This US-made sprint run features a premium, full-titanium build (frame, liners, backspacer). This configuration is an upgrade over the standard G10 and stainless steel version that will be released later.
The Kwaiback is the flagship of our product line—the OG of folding kwaikens.
Since we first introduced the Kwaiback in 2009, our mission has been to create the world's best folding knife. We're never satisfied with the status quo, and our relentless pursuit of perfection means we always find something to refine, to innovate, and to make just a little bit better.
This MK7 is the next evolution in that journey. It features the rock-solid Selby Lock (cross-bar lock) for truly ambidextrous and worry-free performance.
Paired with a tactile thumb disk, deployment is both decisive and effortless. We've engineered this version to be exceptionally pocket-friendly without sacrificing the robust, reliable feel you expect from a Hoback knife.
Secure your piece of the legacy. Pre-order yours today.
A Platform Built for Personalization
The MK7 isn't just a knife; it's the beginning of your journey. We are building a complete ecosystem of user-swappable parts to make this tool uniquely yours, including:
Custom Pivots
Custom Backspacers
Custom Thumb Disks
Custom Frame Covers
And more to come...
We are working on prototypes now and will have more pictures as we come along. make sure your signed up for our newsletter or follow us onInstagramandYoutubefor updates as we go.
We are also building a full Custom parts Ecosystem for this model. which will include
Custom Pivots
Custom Back spacers
Custom Thumb disks
Custom Blade steels
Custom frame covers
Custom Selby Lock Ambi buttons
Design philosophy
Our Design Philosophy: Your Knife, Your Way.
A Platform for Personalization
My goal for the Kwaiback MK7 was to create more than just a perfectly ambidextrous knife. I wanted to build a platform. That’s why I engineered a complete ecosystem of user-interchangeable and upgradable parts—from scales and clips to backspacers and hardware. This system empowers you to customize, modify, and evolve your knife to perfectly match your preferences in aesthetics, materials, and ergonomics. It’s a tool designed to last a lifetime, because it can change as your needs do.
Material Science with Purpose
This commitment to purposeful design extends to the heart of the knife: the blade steel. Choosing the right steel isn't about chasing trends; it's about a deep understanding of metallurgy and matching the material's properties to the intended job.
We stand behind every knife we make. All Hoback Knives products are guaranteed for life against defects in materials and workmanship. If you ever have a problem with your knife, please contact us, and we will make it right.
This warranty does not cover loss, theft, or damage caused by abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance. Modifications to the knife will void the warranty. We are committed to providing you with a tool that you can depend on for a lifetime of service.
