# Slim Compact Pocket Blades James Brand's New Titanium Collection Was Built with High-End Materials By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-07-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-collection References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/james-brand-titanium-knives/) & [thejamesbrand](https://thejamesbrand.com/stories/the-titanium-collection) Popular blade design company James Brand released the new Titanium Collection of [pocket knifes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanomax) that come in multiple shapes and sizes. The brand is famous for its sleek designs that require minimal upkeep to secure a long-lasting product. The newest collection is made with the highest-quality materials the brand could find, including titanium and stainless steel. Each piece features a modern look that is minimal yet thoughtful in its own way. The attention to detail on each knife is noticeable, with tiny screws and delicate latches to provide a tiny yet durable product. James Brand's new Titanium Collection offers the ultra-compact and [key chain-ready](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinyblade) Elko, as well as the pocket-sized County or the full-sized Chapter model -- all available online now starting for $85 a piece. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **High-end Pocket Knives:** Opportunity for luxury brands to create high-end pocket knives with durable materials and modern design. - **Minimalist Design:** Opportunity for companies to focus on sleek and minimalist designs in everyday products, such as pocket knives. - **Compact Everyday Carry:** Opportunity for brands to create compact and versatile everyday carry items, such as key chain-ready pocket knives. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury brands can tap into the market of high-end pocket knives for consumers who value durability and design in everyday carry items. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Outdoor recreation brands can expand their product offerings to include compact and durable pocket knives for hiking and camping purposes. - **Everyday Carry:** Everyday carry brands can create new product lines or improve existing ones with compact and versatile pocket knives that fit in keychains or pockets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury High-Strength Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-the-barnes.md) - [Haute Eyewear-Inspired EDCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chic-pocket-knife.md) - [Luxe Limited-Edition EDC Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-barnes-knife.md) - [Minimalist EDC Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-the-ellis-slim.md) - [Chromatic EDC Knife Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-bright-collection.md) - [Micro-Sized Titanium Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tigo-nanomax.md) - [Minimalist EDC Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-the-wells.md) - [Titanium EDC Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mih-bladenex.md) - [Micro Outdoor Lifestyle Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-x-huckberry-redstone-knife.md)