North Mountain Blade LuckyDog 2524-TAN – SLD-MAGIC steel blade, Tan and black G10 handle, Crossbar Lock

The North Mountain Blade LuckyDog 2524-TAN EDC folding knife is a large folding knife with a decidedly utilitarian design. Its 10.2 cm blade and generously curved handle create a silhouette that resembles a fixed-blade knife more than a small EDC knife.
This Tan-colored version combines sand and black tones, with contrasting layers that highlight the contours of the handle.

The blade is marked “SLD-MAGIC” and features a contrasting finish, with a wavy line running along the edge. Its gradually rounded belly tapers to a fine point. The knife can be opened manually using the thumb buttons on either side of the blade, or by using the Crossbar Lock, depending on your preference or mood.

The handle is one of the LuckyDog’s most distinctive features; its pronounced indentation accommodates the index finger, while the central section widens before tapering toward the back. The bevels follow this curve and highlight the different layers of color.

The Crossbar Lock can be operated from either side of the handle. Combined with a reversible clip, it makes this model suitable for both right- and left-handed users. A lanyard hole is also provided at the heel.

North Mountain Blade cites the Mad Dog knives—particularly the ATAK—as a source of aesthetic inspiration. However, the LuckyDog remains an independent creation by North Mountain Blade, marketed under its own brand.

Technical specifications of the North Mountain Blade LuckyDog 2524-TAN folding knife:
Part Number: 2524-TAN
Model: LuckyDog
Total length when closed: 12.7 cm
Blade length: 10.2 cm
Total length when open: 22.9 cm
Steel: SLD-MAGIC
Edge: smooth
Blade appearance: contrasting finish with wavy line
Handle: Tan and black, with contoured and beveled edges
Opening: manual via dual thumb buttons
Lock: Crossbar Lock
Clip: reversible for right- or left-handed use
Lanyard hole: yes

Tellknives Review:
We appreciate the design choices made with this LuckyDog: a large blade, a handle that visually invites you to grab it, and a silhouette that stands out among crossbar-lock folding knives. The Tan version particularly highlights the curves of the handle.

This is a model worth considering for anyone looking for a generous and striking folding knife; its 22.9 cm open length clearly places it in the category of large pocket knives, a factor that contributes as much to its appeal as it does to its future owner’s choice.
Its XL construction will also ensure reliability in any situation!