The Hydra V4 - Heretic's Redesigned 2025 OTF Showpiece

MagnaCut with Miami Vice Cel Shading

New for 2025, the redesigned Hydra V4 represents Heretic's commitment to pushing OTF aesthetics into uncharted territory. This isn't just another tactical OTF - it's a 9.125" canvas showcasing what happens when knife engineering meets artistic expression. The 3.625" tanto blade in MagnaCut steel serves as the foundation for hand-painted Cerakote work that brings Miami Vice vibes to life through cel shading techniques. Each piece features bold colors and comic book-inspired contrasts that make this OTF look like it drove straight out of 1980s South Beach, complete with the kind of visual pop that turns heads at any knife gathering.

The cel shading treatment extends across the entire aluminum chassis, creating a three-dimensional effect that makes flat surfaces appear layered and dynamic. This painstaking hand-painted finish requires multiple Cerakote applications and precise masking to achieve the signature look that's become synonymous with Heretic's limited editions. Beyond the showstopping aesthetics, the Hydra V4 delivers serious performance through its refined OTF mechanism - smooth double-action operation that deploys and retracts with authority. At 5.32 ounces, this substantial piece includes all the tactical features Heretic is known for: glass breaker, pocket clip, and robust construction that ensures this art piece can still work when called upon. For collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate when form meets function at the highest level, the Miami Vice Hydra V4 is pure eye candy with a cutting edge.

• 2025 redesigned Hydra platform with 3.625" MagnaCut tanto blade
• Hand-painted Miami Vice cel shading creates comic book aesthetics
• Premium OTF in a 9.125" collector-grade package

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1. Specs:
2. Overall Length: 9.125" (232mm)
3. Closed Length: 5.30" (135mm)
4. Blade Length: 3.625" (92mm)
5. Blade Thickness: 0.155" (4mm)
6. Blade Steel: MagnaCut
7. Blade Style: Tanto
8. Blade Finish: Cerakote & Hand Painted
9. Handle Material: Aluminum
10. Lock Type: Button
11. Weight: 5.32oz
12. Country of Origin: USA