--- product_id: 290171363 title: "KIKU XR LTE" brand: "sog" price: "B/.515" currency: PAB in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Sog" url: https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/290171363-kiku-xr-lte store_origin: PA region: Panama --- # 25% lighter with carbon fiber liners 3.13" CTS XHP steel blade XR Lock withstands 1,500 lbs force KIKU XR LTE **Brand:** sog **Price:** B/.515 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ—‘οΈ Carry Strength, Lose the Weight β€” Own the Outdoors with Kiku XR LTE! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** KIKU XR LTE by sog - **How much does it cost?** B/.515 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/290171363-kiku-xr-lte) ## Best For - sog enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sog brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Featherweight Power:** Carbon fiber liners cut weight by 25%, making this large-format folder feel like a breeze to carry all day. - β€’ **Ambidextrous Freedom:** Reversible pocket clip and ambidextrous design ensure seamless carry and quick access for every user. - β€’ **Unbreakable Lockdown:** XR Lock mechanism secures your blade with up to 1,500 lbs of forceβ€”ultimate safety in your pocket. - β€’ **Precision Edge Mastery:** CTS XHP steel blade delivers razor-sharp, corrosion-resistant performance for every outdoor challenge. - β€’ **Ergonomic Grip Confidence:** Textured Micarta handle with precision jimping offers a secure, comfortable hold for any task. ## Overview The SOG Kiku XR LTE is a large-format, ambidextrous folding knife engineered for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts who demand lightweight durability. Featuring a premium 3.13-inch CTS XHP steel blade with superior edge retention and corrosion resistance, it’s paired with carbon fiber liners that reduce weight by 25%. The ultra-secure XR Lock withstands up to 1,500 pounds of force, ensuring blade stability during rigorous use. Designed with reversible pocket clips and a grippy Micarta handle, this knife balances strength, nimbleness, and ergonomic comfort for everyday carry and outdoor adventures. ## Description SOG KIKU XR LTE KNIFE Nearly 25% lighter, the muscular Kiku XR LTE pocket knife delivers a statement of strength and nimbleness. With carbon fiber liners and spacers that minimize weight, Kiku easily fits in for any outdoor excursion. This large-format folding knife is built around SOG’s ultra-strong XR locking mechanism, while the CTS XHP steel blade offers a high degree of corrosion resistance and excellent edge retention. ABOUT SOG Our story begins in Vietnam, where members of a highly classified US special ops unit - known as MACV-SOG - carried a unique combat knife into the jungle on covert missions. Years later, in 1986, that knife inspired a young designer, named Spencer Frazer, to found SOG Specialty Knives. His mission: to reproduce the original SOG Bowie knife and pay tribute to the special ops unit that created it. What began as a single commemorative model soon became a full line of innovative tools - field-proven by US Special Forces, even honored as the Navy SEAL knife of choice. Today, SOG knives are carried with confidence into the most demanding situations. Forged out of tradition, hardened in the field, honed for you. Review: Easily my favorite EDC - I almost lost another SOG I own that has sentimental value to me one day, so instead of continuing to carry that one I decided to get the Kiku XR LTE as the knife I'd always keep on me. Honestly I couldn't be happier with this knife. As far as the pros go and the specific reasons I bought this knife, there are very few other edc knives that meet all my requirements as perfectly as this one does. I wanted an EDC with a deep carry pocket clip, check. Guard so you never have to worry about what you're doing, your fingers won't slip up on the blade, check. Super high quality blade steel, check. Super lightweight, can barely notice it in the pocket, check. Great feel when held for any kind of use you could need an EDC for, check. Also I want to note that the grips feel really grippy and have a great feeling texture. The way they did the intentions really works well for holding it in any position with confidence. As far as the cons, they're only preferences of mine, but I do have a few. First off for my large hands the size could be slightly larger. It is near perfect but definitely on the smaller side, but I'd say it doesn't matter much as far as the overall practicality of using the knife. The only other slight complaint I have is that since the handle is so lightweight the heavy-ish blade makes it feel a little imbalanced. You might find yourself having to grab the handle harder than normal because if you flick it hard enough the handle can be harder than normal to keep ahold of. Now that I'm used to it though it's not much of an issue. Given that I already had a SOG edc beforehand I did a lot of shopping other brands, but ultimately SOG pulled me back in. In my opinion you can't find better designed knives from a usability standpoint than what SOG makes. Keep em coming! Review: Amazing all around! - This is by far my favorite edc, I've been carrying it for a month now and have been very happy. I love how light it is, but it's not so light that you forget it's in your pocket anymore. The handle is also extremely comfortable, and can still fit a full grip despite not being overly big. An additional benefit is the XR lock. This knife is very fun to open/close, and feels very "flowy" in the process. All in all, there is nothing bad I can say about this knife! ## Features - LIGHT EDITION KNIFE (LTE) - Utilizing high-strength carbon fiber components, LTE knives provide the best of both worlds - the benefit of a mid-sized knife and a lightweight tool you can trust; it is a large-format folding knife - CRYO CTS XHP - Offers a high degree of corrosion resistance as well as excellent edge retention; early 25% lighter, the muscular Kiku XR LTE pocket knife delivers a statement of strength and nimbleness; it is an ideal choice for everyday carry use - XR LOCK - Capable of withstanding up to 1,500 pounds of force, this locking mechanism provides the ultimate level of security for your blade when it's open, ensuring that it stays firmly in place during use - CARBON FIBER LINERS - The LTE series swaps metallic liners for carbon fiber; just as durable, but far lighter and easier to manipulate and carry; Kiku XR LTE frees up precious weight while being no less capable - OUTDOOR KNIFE - At just 4.1 ounces, Kiku XR LTE is a lightweight folder designed for all the challenges of the outdoors; fully ambidextrous, with reversible pocket clip, it is equipped with SOG's strong XR locking mechanism and premium XHP steel ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08WJNY5P5 | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Best Sellers Rank | #324,986 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #642 in Tactical Knives | | Blade Edge | Drop Point, Plain | | Blade Length | 3.13 Inches | | Blade Material | Stainless Steel | | Blade Shape | Drop Point | | Brand | SOG | | Brand Name | SOG | | Color | Blackout | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 89 Reviews | | Hand Orientation | both | | Handle Material | Micarta | | Included Components | 1 item | | Item Length | 1 Inches | | Item Type Name | Holster | | Item Weight | 7 Ounces | | Manufacturer | SOG Knives & Tools | | Model Name | SOG-12-27-04-57 | | Model Number | SOG-12-27-04-57 | | Power Source | hand_powered | | Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only | | Recommended Uses For Product | Hunting | | Reusability | Reusable | | Special Feature | Foldable, Lightweight, Locking Blades, Reversible | | Special Features | Foldable, Lightweight, Locking Blades, Reversible | | Style | Modern | | UPC | 729857011488 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 2 Year Manufacturer | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Blade Material:** Stainless Steel - **Brand:** SOG - **Color:** Blackout - **Handle Material:** Micarta - **Included Components:** 1 item - **Model Name:** SOG-12-27-04-57 - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Hunting - **Special Feature:** Foldable, Lightweight, Locking Blades, Reversible - **Style:** Modern ## Images ![KIKU XR LTE - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61r8xcvq2HL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easily my favorite EDC *by D***N on July 28, 2022* I almost lost another SOG I own that has sentimental value to me one day, so instead of continuing to carry that one I decided to get the Kiku XR LTE as the knife I'd always keep on me. Honestly I couldn't be happier with this knife. As far as the pros go and the specific reasons I bought this knife, there are very few other edc knives that meet all my requirements as perfectly as this one does. I wanted an EDC with a deep carry pocket clip, check. Guard so you never have to worry about what you're doing, your fingers won't slip up on the blade, check. Super high quality blade steel, check. Super lightweight, can barely notice it in the pocket, check. Great feel when held for any kind of use you could need an EDC for, check. Also I want to note that the grips feel really grippy and have a great feeling texture. The way they did the intentions really works well for holding it in any position with confidence. As far as the cons, they're only preferences of mine, but I do have a few. First off for my large hands the size could be slightly larger. It is near perfect but definitely on the smaller side, but I'd say it doesn't matter much as far as the overall practicality of using the knife. The only other slight complaint I have is that since the handle is so lightweight the heavy-ish blade makes it feel a little imbalanced. You might find yourself having to grab the handle harder than normal because if you flick it hard enough the handle can be harder than normal to keep ahold of. Now that I'm used to it though it's not much of an issue. Given that I already had a SOG edc beforehand I did a lot of shopping other brands, but ultimately SOG pulled me back in. In my opinion you can't find better designed knives from a usability standpoint than what SOG makes. Keep em coming! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing all around! *by H***R on November 14, 2023* This is by far my favorite edc, I've been carrying it for a month now and have been very happy. I love how light it is, but it's not so light that you forget it's in your pocket anymore. The handle is also extremely comfortable, and can still fit a full grip despite not being overly big. An additional benefit is the XR lock. This knife is very fun to open/close, and feels very "flowy" in the process. All in all, there is nothing bad I can say about this knife! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ So, I already have a Kiku XR knife *by M***D on August 24, 2024* That one's in the "Satin" color (sort of a greenish Linen Micarta grip and a soft "satin" finish on the blade) and I love it, it's one of the most beautiful knives in my collection. When I saw the LTE version, I wanted it, too but I wanted it to be in a different color/finish as my first one. This one is "Blackout". I already have a black SOG knife, the Seal XR but I have to say that I like the finish on this Kiku XR LTE more. It's softer, a bit more subtle, almost a matte satin finish dark charcoal grey on the modified Tanto blade. The Linen Micarta grip is earthier than a true black color, it's muted and, again, subtle. This is a great looking knife! The blade is every bit as gorgeous as the one on my Kiku XR, which makes sense as it's the same blade. Speaking of the blade, this modified Tanto blade was made by traditional Japanese blade smiths and it shows. The grip has the same great feel in the hand and the texture of the Linen Micarta scales makes the handle very grippy. Now to the part that I'm still making up my mind about. Yes, this is appreciably lighter than the Kiku XR due to replacing the steel frame with carbon fiber (which maintains the same strength and structural integrity as the steel). That being said, holding both versions, I see the point that some of the other reviewers have mentioned β€” that this knife isn't very well balanced (though I think that with enough handling, I'll get used to it). The original Kiku XR is an impeccably balanced knife and, honestly, if I didn't have that one, I may not have found this one to be as lacking in terms of balance. Like all SOG knives, and especially the Kiku XR knives, this knife has an impeccable finish and is extremely well thought out and executed. I've attached three photos, two of the knife closed with each side of the scales, including the clip. The third photo shows the Blackout Kiku XR LTE on the left next to the Satin Kiku XR on the right, both open so that you can see the gorgeous blades on both. Now, I think I prefer the Kiku XR to this knife but I'm keeping it. In fact, I'm going to buy another Kiku XR LTE just like this one to give to my brother for Christmas this year. ## Frequently Bought Together - SOG KIKU XR LTE Lightweight Outdoor Ambidextrous Large-Format Folding Knives | CTS XHP Steel Blade | XR Locking Mechanism - SOG High-Performance Duty S35VN Steel Ambidextrous Carry EDC 3.9" Sharp Blade Seal XR --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/290171363-kiku-xr-lte](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/290171363-kiku-xr-lte) --- *Product available on Desertcart Panama* *Store origin: PA* *Last updated: 2026-05-06*