Like the K.I.S.S., the H.U.G. is a Frame Lock™ folder with a single-sided blade. However, Ed has refined almost every aspect.
The 2.30” blade is now a modified spear point with a single-side grind which seals against the frame. It is more useful for the type of pen knife tasks most users will give the knife. Blade material is high-carbon stainless steel in a bead-blast finish, and both Razor-Sharp or Combined Razor-Sharp and Triple-Point™ Serrated edges are available in the larger-size H.U.G.
The frame, also bead-blast high-carbon stainless steel, now uses an ingenious internal Frame Lock. A single Zytel® scale makes the handle fit the hand better, and also helps prevent the blade from accidental opening. A finger choil on the bottom of the frame and friction grooves at the thumb area make for a more secure grip, and give more comfort during extended use.
A compact custom stainless steel pocket/money clip makes this a handy and useful personal carry in all situations.
Ed has also designed a smaller model, the H.U.G. 2, which is about the size of his very successful P.E.C.K.® (Precision Engineered Compact Knife), with a 1.78” blade. Again, this little gem weighs only 1.5 ounces and fits in pocket or purse. It’s a handy pen knife, money clip and emergency knife.
For those who want a H.U.G.™ in the Dark, all three models are now available in non-reflective black titanium nitride blade and frame coating, plus black hardware and a black Teflon®-plated clip.
Versions:
5570: Bead-Blast Finish, Razor-Sharp Cutting Edge
MSRP U.S. $49.99
5570K: Black Ti-nitride Finish, Razor-Sharp Cutting Edge
MSRP U.S. $59.99
5580: Bead-Blast Finish, Combined Razor-Sharp & Triple-Point Serrated Cutting Edge
MSRP U.S. $49.99
5580K: Black Ti-nitride Finish, Combined Razor-Sharp & Triple-Point Serrated Cutting Edge
MSRP U.S. $59.99
Blade: Length: 2.30” (5.8 cm)
Thickness: 0.12” (0.30 cm)
Steel: 420J2, 52-55 HRC
Closed: Handle length: 3.65” (9.3 cm)
Open: Overall length: 5.71” (14.5 cm)
Weight: 2.5 oz. (71 g)
5590: Bead-Blast Finish, Razor-Sharp Cutting Edge
MSRP U.S. $39.99
5590K: Black Ti-nitride Finish, Razor-Sharp Cutting Edge
MSRP U.S. $49.99
Blade: Length: 1.78” (4.5 cm)
Thickness: 0.10” (0.26 cm)
Steel: 420J2, 52-55 HRC
Closed: Handle length: 2.90” (7.3 cm)
Open: Overall length: 4.49” (11.4 cm)
Weight: 1.5 oz. (43 g)
