MADE BY A KNIFE ENTHUSIAST
Our story and why we brought KPL to the knife community.
FOR THE KNIFE COMMUNITY
Join our communities to talk about knife maintenance.
TO MAKE KNIVES BETTER
A list of knives proven to work better with KPL applied.
HERE'S WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT!
Read how we made KPL and why it works so well.
MADE BY A KNIFE ENTHUSIAST
Our story and why we brought KPL to the knife community.
FOR THE KNIFE COMMUNITY
Join our communities to talk about knife maintenance.
TO MAKE KNIVES BETTER
A list of knives proven to work better with KPL applied.
HERE'S WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT!
Read how we made KPL and why it works so well.
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KPL™ Original Knife Oil

  • $13.99

KPL (Knife Pivot Lube) Knife Oil keeps dirt, metal particles, and grit "in suspension" so they don't cause grinding and premature wear.  KPL actually cleans your pivot as you use it.

Compatible with ball bearings, bronze washers, teflon washers, IKBS, MRBS, nylon (nylatron), G10, micarta, titanium, and metals.

Keeps detent tracks and locking mechanisms smooth. Prevents lock-stick.

Lightning fast deployment - silky smooth action - bank-vault lockup.

10mL bottle with needle applicator.

WHAT IS KPL?

KPL will improve the action of your folder.

KPL™ (Knife Pivot Lube) is a synthetic lubricant designed specifically for the pivot mechanisms in modern folding knives.  

KPL's high-end synthetic base provides ultimate smoothness.

Wickability modifiers help KPL penetrate low tolerance interfaces and while corrosion inhibitors protect your knife.-

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Knife Pivot Lube Heavy

  • $16.99

KPL Heavy™ is a higher viscosity version of the KPL you know and love.  KPL Heavy is highly thixotropic/shear thinning formula designed specifically for knife detents and detent tracks.  

Ordinarily gel-like, each time your lock mechanism clicks into place, the shock refluidizes KPL Heavy allowing it to refresh the lubrication of your detent ball.

When sitting without shock/shear, the KPL heavy regains its higher viscosity so it stays put near the detent.

The unique properties of KPL Heavy revolutionize detent care.  Eliminate scratchy detents, lubricate less often, and trust KPL Heavy to remain SUPER washout resistant. 

 

WHAT IS KPL HEAVY?

KPL Heavy is a thicker and more viscous version of KPL.  

Use KPL Heavy anywhere you want a slower super-smooth-gliding action.

KPL Heavy works great for heavier blades, detent balls and tracks, and on traditional slipjoint folders.

KPL Heavy is super washout resistant and works under the harshest conditions and at all temperatures -40F to 400F.

MAKE YOUR KNIFE BETTER

KPL improves the overall action and deployment in your knife.

PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT

KPL keeps dirt "in suspension" so they don't cause premature wear.

LIGHTNING FAST

The viscosity of KPL keeps actions buttery-smooth without slowing down.

Our Products

Quick View KPL™ Original Knife Oil
KPL™ Original Knife Oil
  • $13.99
Quick View Knife Pivot Lube Heavy
Knife Pivot Lube Heavy
  • $16.99
Quick View Combo Pack - KPL Original & KPL Heavy
Combo Pack - KPL Original & KPL Heavy
  • $26.99

Testimonials

What our community is saying about Knife Pivot Lube!

This product works great, I have used it on Several high end knives, and it works great. Bearings, phosphor bronze washers, and Teflon, this worked on them all.

The applicator also works great, does not dispense too much at one time and gives you good control. The lid also seems to seal well, better than others I have tried.

rpt4unc

The pivots on my Squid Industries Triton and my Spyderco Para 2 are buttery smooth in comparison to stock and Hoppes 9, respectively.

I'll eventually use it on all my knives once the time comes for their maintenance. Pivots now have a vanilla-esque scent to them, and I find myself bringing out my knives just to get a sniff. Great stuff overall, 10/10.

Konasseur

This lubricant works perfectly and makes my BladeRunnersSystems Alpha Beast Balisong feel as smooth as butter.

I would definitely recommend this product for Balisong flippers due to its small size, as it is easy to take with you on the go.

Aaron

Absolute best lube I've used for my knives!!!


I'm currently running it in two knives, my Benchmark Griptillian and Civivi Naja. And getting fall shut preformance.

Donovan Luna

KPL has immediately made a noticeable difference. I don't know what's in this stuff, but it's absolutely awesome. I'm a believer.

Over the years I have used pretty much every knife lubricant out there: Chris Reeve's fluorinated grease, daiwa reel oil, frog lube, and several different weights of nano-oil. In my honest opinion this stuff beats them all. 

ConsumerOfGoods

It really is as good as people say it is. I was skeptical that it would actually be special, but, it is. This stuff kicks ass. Made my knives feel better than new.

Nick Raimer

The needle applicator and safety cap works well. Lubricates knife pivot very well. 1 drop and you're good to go.

jmarcos84
KPL FAMILY

We are you're regular knife-loving crew who wanted to make our knives last longer and work better. 

Our Story

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