Heretic Knives Scheels Exclusive Special Edition Manticore S Bowie Cel-Shaded OTF Automatic Knife

Cel shading started in the gun world as a way to give firearms a bold, stylized look, and Heretic Knives was the first to bring this striking effect to the knife industry. Inspired by comic book art, cel shading creates the illusion of a hand-drawn sketch, with crisp outlines and exaggerated highlights that make the knife look almost unreal- like it jumped straight out of an illustrated panel. Heretic's blade steel of choice is MagnaCut, a stainless super steel that outperforms many traditional high-performance steels. With excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance, MagnaCut performs exceptionally well across various applications, from hunting and survival knives to everyday carry (EDC) and kitchen knives. Its carefully balanced composition enhances hardness without making the blade brittle, ensuring resistance to chipping and cracking. The Manticore's Grenade Grip surface adds depth and texture to the chassis. Each Cel Shaded piece is meticulously hand-painted and then sealed with a clear Cerakote finish for durability and protection against wear.