The Silent Hero knife was originally designed for a specialized unit tackling rhino poaching in Africa, providing a robust mid-large tool for their efforts. Over time, designer Anton recognized the need for a more portable option, leading to the creation of the Silent Hero 4. This scaled-down version maintains the original’s handle and blade shape, making it suitable for a variety of tasks while being easier to carry as an everyday carry (EDC) knife. The Silent Hero 4 features a thinner blade at 1/8” instead of 3/16” and comes with a Kydex sheath instead of leather. Whether as a companion to the original Silent Hero or a preferred shorter blade around 4 inches, the Silent Hero 4 is a valuable addition to any knife collection.