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A2 Badger

Name: A2 Badger
Brand: Tekto Knives
SKU: A2S_T6OD_D2BK2_A1
Price: 159.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (1050 reviews)

Rated 4.7 out of 5

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$139.99

Rated 4.7 out of 5

Based on 1050 reviews

The A2 Badger packs dependable OTF performance into a compact, pocket-friendly frame. Push the contoured button forward, and the 1.85" titanium-coated D2 blade extends cleanly. Pull it back, and the blade retracts just as smoothly. At 2.18 oz, it is easy to carry every day and ready for the small jobs that fill a day, such as opening packages, cutting cord, trimming tags, and quick tasks on the job site or at camp.

Color OD Green

Blade Tanto

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Estimated delivery: Thursday, 2 November 2026

Contoured Button

The precisely contoured button gives you a sure grip and fast, effortless extension and retraction of the blade.

Compact and Lightweight

Compact and light, the A2 Badger stores and carries easily, which makes it a favorite with outdoor enthusiasts and anyone short on pocket space.

Oversized Lanyard Hole

An oversized lanyard hole accepts larger cords and paracord, so the knife is easier to find and handle in low light or with gloves on.

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Questions About the A2 Badger

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Can I switch the deep-carry pocket clip?

Yes, most of our knives are designed with both left and right-handed users in mind. The pocket clip comes pre-installed on the right side of A2 Badger. We strongly recommend remounting the pocket clip for safety and ideal use.

Is the A2 Badger California legal?

Yes, under California state law. California restricts automatic knives with blades 2 inches or longer, and the A2 Badger's 1.85" blade is under that limit. Some cities, including San Francisco, have stricter rules, and laws in other states vary. Please review your state and local laws before you buy or carry. This guide is a good place to start.

Does the A2 Badger have a glass breaker?

Yes, the A2 Badger comes with a glass breaker.

Does the blade arrive sharpened?

Yes, all TEKTO knives are sharpened before they leave our facilities. However, all blades lose their edge after prolonged use and must be resharpened.

How does the A2 Badger open?

The A2 Badger is an out-the-front (OTF) automatic. Push the contoured button forward to extend the blade and pull it back to retract it. The action is quick and consistent in both directions.

Why is the A2 Badger made with D2 Steel?

The A2 Badger is a highly portable workhorse that can come with you on any job. D2 steel is highly durable and corrosion resistant, so it stands up to the daily wear a compact, go-everywhere knife sees.

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Reviewed by Jonathan S., from United States

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I recommend this product

Rated 5 out of 5

A Tekto fan

Being a long term Tekto customer, I was asked to take the A2 Badger for a spin in return for an honest review. Before being asked to do this, I purchased several Tekto knives (Alpha, Kenetik, Romeo, and others), so I am familiar with the brand and the quality. I am a fan.

Living in California, there are restrictions on automatic blades. The A2 Badgers blade comes in under 2” making it legal to own and carry. The A2 Badger truly is a tank of a knife, it is exceptionally well built, probably better than the other knives I have. The body is made out of light aluminum, and the machined groove allow for a good grip. The blade, as with the Alpha is great, black matte, and easily sharpened. The coolest thing about this knife is the opening and closing mechanism. It is addicting. The sound it makes is so satisfying that I have to remind myself not to play with it.

The cpoket clip was a little too tight, I had to loosen the screw holding it down, but overall this is an amazing knife. I tested the desert cerakote version and did not have a chance to check out the other two colors, I think they are oxidized.

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Reviewed by Ray H.

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I don't recommend this product

Rated 1 out of 5

2 months update

After having the knife for 2 weeks, I had to send it back because the “spring was too tight.” I was told this was the reason the blade kept coming off the track.

2 months later and it’s even worse. See video. Yes I tried shoving it down, wobbling it, pulling it up. I don’t feel like I should have to take apart a +$100 knife and fix it after 2.5 months of ownership. This is honestly really disappointing.

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Reviewed by Bradley U.

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I recommend this product

Rated 5 out of 5

I freakin love it

This little badass is freakin awesome. I have a few other OTF knives from Tekto and this wee beast is my favorite. It’s hearty, sharp as hell, perfectly compact, and fantastic. Get it! Don’t hesitate. Quit reading my review. Get this knife. You’ll love it.

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Reviewed by Frank D.

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Rated 3 out of 5

We shall see.

Good size and weight. Am concerned though because I also purchased two tekto frost knives and one arrived with a screw loose and failed within a day. I returned both of them due to lose of confidence with that knife. I hope these fair better. If I was tekto I’d have followed up with that but alas it was just a simple return situation.

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Reviewed by Tom S.

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I recommend this product

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect little blade for every day.

I bought it for myself but moments after it was out of the box my wife wanted to try it. Needless to say I had to order a new one because that's now her EDC.

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