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Pre-order | Artisan Cutlery Beest Liner Lock Front Flipper&Thumbs Hole Knife Gold Aluminum Handle (3.65'' Black PVD Coating AR-SFII Blade) 1878P-GL
Quick Verdict
Pre-order | Artisan Cutlery Beest Liner Lock Front Flipper&Thumbs Hole Knife Gold Aluminum Handle (3.65'' Black PVD Coating AR-SFII Blade) 1878P-GL
What We Like
- AR-SFII blade steel with good edge retention
- Smooth ceramic ball bearing pivot assembly
- Lightweight aluminum handle at 98g
- Versatile drop point blade profile
- Front flipper and thumb hole dual opening options
Considerations
- PVD coating may wear with heavy use
- Aluminum handle less grippy than G10 or Micarta
- Pre-order item with shipping delay
Overview
Pre-order item! Ships March 31st!
Designed By Dusty Rhodes
Specifications
Blade Length
3.65"(92.6mm)
Blade Thickness
0.13"(3.2mm)
Blade Finish
Black PVD Coating
Blade Grind
Flat
Blade Material
AR-SFII
Blade Hardness
HRC59-61
Blade Style
Drop point
Overall Length
8.02"(203.6mm)
Closed Length
4.37"(111mm)
Handle Material
Aluminum
Clip Material
Steel
Pivot Assembly
Ceramic Ball Bearing
Lock Type
Liner Lock
Weight
98g/3.46oz
Technical Specifications
8 specs Brand ArtisanCutlery
Category Knives
Weight 98g (3.5 oz)
Material Aluminum
Blade Steel AR-SFII
Blade Length 3.65mm
Blade Shape Drop point
Lock Type Liner Lock
Opening Type Flipper, Thumb Hole
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