# Dark Knight Weapons The Batarang Pocket Knife Could Turn You Into a Vigilante By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-08-23 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batarang-pocket-knife References: [geekologie](http://www.geekologie.com/2012/08/what-would-batman-do-batarang-pocket-kni.php) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Black-Batman-Batarang-Knight-Folding/?tag=trenhunt0f-20) Fans of The Dark Knight films are sure to enjoy the Batarang [pocket knife](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-the-cell-shaded-allman). Batman was able to buy some pretty sweet weapons -- all of which included his very own bat symbol -- so fans will be glad to know they too can own a piece of the franchise. These decorative knives were designed and created by Martial Arts Land. They're shaped just like the boomerangs that Batman uses to throw at people, but are a little different since each wing is a sharp knife. They come in several different colors including black, silver, purple, pink and red. Though sure to excite fans of the [Batman series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-x-blvck-collection), this is an item that requires caution. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Decorative Weapons:** The popularity of decorative weapons like the Batarang pocket knife provides an opportunity for innovative designs and customization options. - **Franchise Merchandise:** The demand for unique merchandise from popular franchises, such as The Dark Knight, opens up opportunities for licensed products that cater to fans' interests. - **Functional Collectibles:** The market for functional collectible items like the Batarang pocket knife presents potential for creative collaborations and limited-edition releases. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Weapons Manufacturing:** Incorporating elements of popular fictional weapons, like the Batarang pocket knife, into practical and innovative designs can disrupt the weapons manufacturing industry with novelty and reimagined functionality. - **Licensed Merchandise:** By catering to fans' deep connection with popular franchises through unique and high-quality merchandise like the Batarang pocket knife, businesses can capitalize on the lucrative licensed merchandise industry. - **Collectibles Market:** Creating functional collectible items with a twist, such as the Batarang pocket knife, can disrupt the collectibles market by offering fans a blend of utility and memorabilia value. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Film-Inspired Graphic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dark-knight-collection.md) - [Superhero Luxury Fountain Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superhero-fountain-pen.md) - [Miniature EDC Sword Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-katana.md) - [Featherlight EDC Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b2-nano-blade.md) - [Luxury Damasteel Utility Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benchmade.md) - [Stealth Vigilante Vehicle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-technic-batcycle.md) - [Art Deco-Inspired Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kershaw-noventa-knife.md) - [Volcanic Topography Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutlery-knives.md) - [EDC Foldable Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadrant-knife.md)