Deadman Design Elixir
€385.00*
This product will be released on 23 October 2026
Deadman Design Elixir
The man behind Deadman Design is Matt. He’s a firefighter by trade and grew up in Texas, working in his family’s construction business. There was always a pocket knife in his jeans, and Matt openly admits he’s used his knives as a pry bar or a hammer more than once. You shouldn’t try that at home, but that exact experience went into the Elixir. To build his ideal knife, he taught himself CAD and kept pulling prototypes off his 3D printer until the shape was right.
Next came production prototypes with Reate. After one long year and a successful Kickstarter campaign, the Elixir was finished, the brand’s first production knife. Deadman Design is still a garage project in the best sense: Matt and his wife Madi work out of a small room above the garage.
The compound ground blade has a flat grind up front that handles the rougher jobs. Towards the back, a hollow grind gives you fine, controlled cuts. The forward finger notch brings your index finger closer to the edge when things need to be precise.
The steel is Vanax. It relies on nitrogen instead of carbon, which makes it practically rustproof. Salty harbour air, rain or a sweaty summer day in your pocket won’t bother it. Handle and hardware are all titanium, and the milled clip has a hidden screw. The Elixir is made by Reate, and you can see it in the fit and finish straight away.
Choose from the following finishes:
- Sandblasted
- Stonewashed
- Blackwash DLC
| Blade length: | 8,3 |
|---|---|
| Blade material: | VANAX |
| Blade runs on: | Bearings |
| Blade thickness: | 3,6 |
| Clip: | Deep Carry, Yes |
| Closed Length: | 10,6 |
| Handle Material: | Titanium |
| Knife type: | Every Day Carry |
| Legal to carry in Germany: | No |
| Locking Mechanism: | Framelock |
| Manufacturer: | Reate |
| Opening: | Thumb Hole |
| Overall Length: | 18,9 |
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Warning / Safety Notice:
Risk of cuts: The most common hazard when using knives is the risk of cuts. Sharp blades can easily penetrate skin and tissue.
Blade slippage: Improper handling or applying excessive force may cause the knife to slip, leading to uncontrolled movements and potential injury.
Injuries from falling knives: Knives should never be left unsecured or placed near the edge of tables or work surfaces, as they may fall and cause injury.
Dull blades: Dull knives pose a higher risk of injury, as they require more force and are more likely to slip. Knives should therefore be sharpened regularly and properly.
Improper use: Using a knife for purposes other than its intended use (e.g. as a prying tool) can damage the blade and may result in accidents.