L20 Flipper with Linear Silver Strike Carbon Fiber and Zirconium (Ceramic IKBS) - CTS-XHP - LEFT HANDED

Product Description for L20 Flipper with Linear Silver Strike Carbon Fiber and Zirconium (Ceramic IKBS) - CTS-XHP - LEFT HANDED

Maker: André E. Thorburn (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 101896
** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind **
Blade length: 3.80 in.
Cutting edge length: 3.70 in.
Total length: 8.75 in.
Blade height (at heel): 0.91 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.12 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.12 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.05 in.
Item weight: 4.40 oz.
Shipment weight: 6.6 oz.
Blade: Satin finished CTS-XHP stainless steel, hardened to 61 Hrc
Bolster: Textured, engraved and heat colored zirconium
Handle: Nickel wire carbon fiber
Sheath: Padded pouch
Style: Ceramic IKBS flipper with locking liner
Description: South African knifemaker André Thorburn creates an exceptional folder. This is one of only a handful of left handed knives that Thorburn has made to date. We are encouraging him to make more! The blade is perfectly centered with silky smooth action. When combined with the IKBS ball bearing system, the action is exceptional! The Ikoma Korth Bearing System (IKBS) was originally designed to fit balisong knives and uses ball bearings to create exceptional action with no blade play. This special folder is made with ceramic ball bearings. Generally IKBS bearings are made either from tool steel or from stainless steel. Stainless steel can wear away, resulting in uneven action over time. Tool steel bearings can oxidize making the action rough. Ceramic bearings are the best of all worlds -- extremely hard and wear resistant, they are also inert and will not oxidize. Thorburn is a master of the IKBS pivot and the action on this flipper is as smooth as a knife gets!
The blade is formed from Carpenter's CTS-XHP stainless steel. This US-made steel is a new air hardening, high carbon, high chromium, corrosion resistant alloy. At 61 Hrc, this knife will have exceptional edge holding! The blade is hollow ground for an easy to maintain edge.
The scales are formed from nickel wire carbon fiber. Aluminum wires move through the woven carbon strands. Jimping on the thumb ramp provides a comfortable, secure grip. The gently rounded handle feels sturdy and fills the hand perfectly.
Zirconium bolsters are hand engraved, textured, and anodized by Marietjie Thorburn, ensuring a positive grip. Zirconium is a transitional metal that is primarily mined in South Africa and Australia. It is highly resistant to corrosion and scuffing. Fileworked titanium liners are blue anodized and surround a black G10 backbar. The 3D machined titanium pocket clip with ceramic retention ball is mounted for left handed, tip-up carry.
Excellent work throughout!
BladeGallery.com is proud to be the exclusive distributor and recommended repair shop in the United States for André Thorburn's knives!


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