# EDC Foldable Pocket Knives The Quadrant Knife by Gerber has a Steel Tactical Blade By Amy Duong | Published 2024-03-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadrant-knife References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/03/28/the-33-gerber-quadrant-pocket-knife-comes-with-a-gorgeous-bamboo-handle-and-a-lifetime-warranty/) & [geni.us](https://geni.us/nGPmT)  The Quadrant knife by [Gerber](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerber-terracraft-micarta) is the latest product to join its stealthy roster, highlighting a compact silhouette once again. This time, it is less of a rugged outdoor knife but more of a pocket knife that can be carried around for slicing and cutting. It is defined by its dual-material handle with a captivating look, using a smooth bamboo wood insert with a robust metal bust for a contrasting look and dynamic as a whole. The blade is something reminiscent of one that would be seen in a barber shop due to its rectangular shape. This style creates a straight running edge that is optimal for cutting and slashing. The aforementioned [7Cr17MoV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berm-keychain-knife) steel blade has a metallic edge and anodized spine. Image Credit: Gerber ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 23% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Compact Pocket Knives:** Emerging trend of compact pocket knives with dual-material handles for versatile everyday use. - **Sleek Tactical Blades:** Growing trend of sleek tactical blades like the Quadrant knife with straight edges for precise slicing. - **Metallic Steel Blades:** Rising trend of metallic steel blades with anodized spines for durability and style. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Equipment:** Opportunity for outdoor equipment industry to integrate compact pocket knives with modern materials for urban and outdoor users. - **E-commerce:** Potential for e-commerce industry to showcase and sell sleek tactical blades catering to a diverse audience of knife enthusiasts. - **Retail and Fashion:** Innovative possibilities for retail and fashion industry to incorporate metallic steel blades in design-driven products for a unique market niche. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Limited-Edition EDC Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crkt-facet-viral.md) - [Oversized Blade EDC Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cjrb-cutlery-tigris-folding-knife.md) - [Small-Batch American EDC Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerber-terracraft-micarta.md) - [Celebratory Pocket Knife Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gerber-savvy-back-on-black.md) - [Rustproof EDC Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terrain-365-invictus-baliti.md) - [Tri-Action Edc Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scarab-20.md) - [Chromatic Aluminum Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wesn-x-glidr-microblade.md) - [Titanium EDC Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mih-bladenex.md) - [Compact Titanium Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g9-knife.md)