The XM-18 Slipjoint shares the size and shape of the 3 inch XM-18, but its hardware is its own, and this is where you will find the parts made specifically for the Slippy. Because the knife has no framelock, the customization here centers on the pieces that make it a slipjoint rather than a locking folder.
With no lockbar to carry his trademark stabilizer, Rick moved that part onto the blade and turned it into the adjustable thumb disc that slides along the milled track, so the disc itself is part of how you tune the knife to your hand. The standard spoon style pocket clip positions for tip up or tip down carry, and when you reposition or remove it, a matching filler tab closes the void in the scale for a smooth back. Clips and filler tabs are offered in finishes to match or contrast the rest of your build.
Beyond the mechanism, the Slippy takes scale screws, standoffs, and G-10 scales cut for its frame, so you can rework the look the same way you would any XM. This is the customization that makes the XM-18 Slipjoint your own, and it is part of the wider range of Hinderer parts and accessories covering the rest of the lineup. Use the right tool and take your time on install, and the finish stays flawless.