What makes CPM-MagnaCut steel superior on the Manticore S?

CPM-MagnaCut is an advanced knife steel that provides an unprecedented combination of high wear resistance, extreme toughness, and exceptional corrosion resistance. It eliminates chromium carbides from the micro-structure, enabling a razor edge that resists chipping and rust seamlessly.

What is the "Cel Shade" technique on Heretic Knives?

The Cel Shade finish is an artistic surface treatment using layered Cerakote applications to achieve an animated comic-book visual style. It creates stylized border shadows and visual depth directly on the steel and handle surfaces.

How large is the Manticore S compared to other Heretic models?

The Manticore S is the smallest in the series, featuring a 2.625-inch blade, a 3.965-inch closed profile, and an overall open footprint of 6.59 inches. It is substantially more compact than the mid-sized Manticore E or tactical Manticore X.

Heretic Manticore S OTF ( H025F-CS-TX) 2.625" CPM-MagnaCut Cel Shade Toxic Green Recurve Plain Blade, Grenade Grip Cel Shade Toxic Green Aluminum Handle w/ Double-Action Thumb Slide

Heretic Knives Manticore S OTF HO25F-CS-TX — Toxic Green Cel Shade, 2.625" CPM MagnaCut Recurve, Aluminum Grenade Grip Handle

SKU: H025F-CS-TX-Z15-317

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The Heretic Knives Manticore S OTF (HO25F-CS-TX) is a compact out-the-front automatic knife built for daily carry. This version features a Toxic Green Cel Shade finish over a 2.625" CPM MagnaCut recurve blade, paired with an aluminum handle finished in Heretic's Grenade Grip texture for a secure hold.

CPM MagnaCut brings strong edge retention, corrosion resistance, and toughness to a blade small enough to ride comfortably in a pocket, while the recurve grind adds extra belly for slicing tasks a straight edge handles less efficiently. The OTF mechanism deploys the blade at the push of a button for fast, one-handed access.

The Manticore S is built by Heretic Knives, a maker known for tight-tolerance, smooth-actuating OTF mechanisms. The Toxic Green Cel Shade finish sets this example apart for collectors and everyday carriers who want performance steel in a knife that stands out.

Knifeworks ships same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana, so this Manticore S OTF is ready to head to your door fast.

Blade: 2.625" CPM MagnaCut recurve blade — premium powder-metallurgy steel known for edge retention, corrosion resistance, and toughness
Handle: Aluminum handle with Heretic's Grenade Grip texture for a secure, non-slip hold
Finish: Toxic Green Cel Shade
Deployment: Out-the-front (OTF) automatic action, push-button fire for fast, one-handed access

Specifications:

Product Type	OTF
Brand	Heretic Knives
Product Name	Manticore S
Model #	HO25F-CS-TX
Overall Length	6.59 in
Closed Length	3.965 in
Blade Length	2.625 in
Blade Thickness	0.09 in
Handle Thickness	0.33 in
Blade Material	CPM-MagnaCut
Blade Hardness (HRC)	60-64
Blade Style	Recurve
Blade Edge	Plain
Blade Grind	Flat
Blade Finish	Cel Shade Toxic Green
Handle Material	Aluminum
Handle Color	Cel Shade Toxic Green
Opener	Double Action Thumb Slide
Clip Position	Tip-Up, Right Carry
Weight	1.97 oz
Origin	USA
Blade Range	2-2.99

Warranty Information

Heretic Knives warrants every authentic product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of the original owner. If a valid manufacturing defect is found, Heretic Knives will repair or replace the item at their discretion. Normal wear and tear, modification, or misuse are not covered. For authorized warranty service, contact Heretic Knives or submit a claim directly through their official service portal.

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Product Type OTF

Brand Heretic Knives

Product Name Manticore S

Model # HO25F-CS-TX

Overall Length 6.59 in

Closed Length 3.965 in

Blade Length 2.625 in

Blade Thickness 0.09 in

Handle Thickness 0.33 in

Blade Material CPM-MagnaCut

Blade Hardness (HRC) 60-64

Blade Style Recurve

Blade Edge Plain

Blade Grind Flat

Blade Finish Cel Shade Toxic Green

Handle Material Aluminum

Handle Color Cel Shade Toxic Green

Opener Double Action Thumb Slide

Clip Position Tip-Up, Right Carry

Weight 1.97 oz

Origin USA

Blade Range 2-2.99

Product Reviews

CPM MagnaCut Blade SteelA 2.625 inch recurve blade in CPM MagnaCut for edge retention, corrosion resistance, and toughness in a compact OTF.

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Push-Button OTF DeploymentOut-the-front automatic action deploys and retracts the blade at the push of a button for fast, one-handed access.

Authorized Dealer — Heretic KnivesEvery Manticore S sourced through authorized dealer channels, backed by the manufacturer's warranty.

Same or Next Business Day ShippingShips from Columbia, Louisiana. Questions? Call 888-225-9775 — we carry these knives daily.

Heretic Knives Manticore S OTF: Frequently Asked Questions

Answers from the Knifeworks team on sizing, steel, the OTF mechanism, and the legal side of owning an automatic knife.

What size is the Heretic Knives Manticore S OTF HO25F-CS-TX?＋

The Manticore S carries a 2.625 inch CPM MagnaCut recurve blade in an aluminum OTF handle, making it one of the more compact automatics in the Manticore lineup.

What steel does the Manticore S HO25F-CS-TX use?＋

This Manticore S uses CPM MagnaCut, a powder-metallurgy steel that balances edge retention, corrosion resistance, and toughness better than older stainless options like D2 or 154CM, without the sharpening difficulty of high-vanadium steels like CPM-M4.

What is a recurve blade good for?＋

A recurve grind adds extra belly and cutting length along the edge compared to a straight blade of the same overall length, which helps on slicing tasks like cutting rope, cardboard, or cordage where a straight edge loses efficiency partway through the cut.

How does the OTF mechanism work on the Manticore S?＋

The Manticore S is an out-the-front automatic. Pressing the fire button drives the CPM MagnaCut blade straight out of the front of the handle and retracts it the same way, without a manual flip or thumb stud step.

What is the Toxic Green Cel Shade finish?＋

Toxic Green Cel Shade is one of Heretic Knives' cosmetic finish options for the Manticore S, applied over the aluminum handle alongside the Grenade Grip texture.

Are OTF automatic knives legal to own and carry?＋

OTF and automatic knife laws vary significantly by state and by city or county. Some jurisdictions restrict blade length, ownership, or concealed carry of automatics.

⚠️ Legal Notice — Verify Your State LawsKnifeworks cannot provide legal advice. Confirm your local, state, and federal laws before purchasing or carrying an automatic knife, including through resources like AKTI (akti.org).

Is Knifeworks an authorized Heretic Knives dealer?＋

Yes. Knifeworks is an authorized Heretic Knives dealer, and the Manticore S HO25F-CS-TX is sourced through authorized dealer channels.

How fast does Knifeworks ship the Manticore S?＋

Knifeworks ships same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana on in-stock knives, including the Manticore S HO25F-CS-TX.

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A compact CPM MagnaCut recurve blade in a push-button OTF handle, finished in Toxic Green Cel Shade with a Grenade Grip aluminum handle. Call 888-225-9775 with questions, we carry these knives daily and ship same or next business day from Columbia, Louisiana.

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