# Thumb-Sized Flipper Knives True Designs the Berm Keychain Knife as a Pocket-Sized Outdoor Gear By Amy Duong | Published 2023-02-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berm-keychain-knife References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2023/02/14/this-tiny-pocket-knifes-titanium-coated-blade-and-flipper-design-makes-it-the-ideal-keychain-edc/) & [true.acgbrands](https://true.acgbrands.com/)  True designs a small [titanium-coated blade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/syncrablade) dubbed the Berm Keychain Knife. It is as small as the size of a thumb and measures 2.66 inches when it is closed. The miniature flipper knife is lightweight and can [hang on a keychain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quickrelease-edc-carry-system) -- it flips open to unveil a 1.5 inches blade. Additional details include the titanium-nitride-coated stainless steel blade that is able to cut through tough materials including seatbelts and paracords. The knife's handle is made from a G10 composite for lightweight and durable features for a grippy feel. The sharp [7Cr17MoV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadrant-knife) Stainless Steel blade is also extremely strong. To make it easy to carry, there is a reversible pocket clip along with a built-in carabiner. Image Credit: True ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.1/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 14% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Pocket-sized Gear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to create small, lightweight and easily accessible outdoor gear. - **Miniature Knives:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create small and portable knives that are nevertheless extremely functional and durable. - **Titanium Coating:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create more durable outdoor gear by incorporating titanium coatings on tools and equipment. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Gear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to revolutionize the outdoor gear industry by designing smaller and more portable gear. - **Cutting Tools:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create more durable and functional cutting tools by incorporating materials such as G10 composite and 7Cr17MoV Stainless Steel. - **Keychain Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create more multipurpose and useful keychain accessories by incorporating features such as reversible pocket clips and carabiners. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Portable Miniature Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cuttix.md) - [Micro Keychain EDC Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinyblade.md) - [EDC Keychain Utility Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-keychain-utility-knife.md) - [Ultralight Keychain Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/z3ro-mini-knife.md) - [Wallet-Ready Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bison-gears-kiridashi-pocket-knife.md) - [Micro-Sized Titanium Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tigo-nanomax.md) - [Titanium EDC Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mih-bladenex.md) - [Titanium Tactical Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serpblade.md) - [Compact Titanium Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g9-knife.md)