Desert Ant Hunter with Curly Koa and Engraved Titanium - RWL-34

Product Description for Desert Ant Hunter with Curly Koa and Engraved Titanium - RWL-34

Maker: Willie van der Merwe (Ant Knives), J.S. (click to see more by this maker)
Price: $460.00
Item num: 112369
** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind **
Blade length: 3.40 in.
Cutting edge length: 3.40 in.
Total length: 8.10 in.
Blade height (at heel): 1.21 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.11 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.10 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.03 in.
Item weight: 4.20 oz.
Shipment weight: 15.4 oz.
Blade: RWL-34 stainless steel with a hand rubbed satin finish and 24K gold inlay
Bolster: Hand engraved titanium
Handle: Stabilized curly koa set on a distal tapered full tang
Sheath: Pouch style leather sheath
Description: This Desert Ant Hunter is an exceptional daily companion. The slim-profiled knife will be easy to keep close by, yet will have plenty of cutting power. From the premium steel selected, to the gorgeous exotic wood handle, this knife will easily be a prized addition to any serious collection or your favorite companion while out in the field.
The drop point blade is hand ground RWL-34 stainless steel. RWL-34 is a premium powder metallurgy cutlery steel manufactured by Damasteel in Sweden. Because it is manufactured from rapidly solidified powders, the microstructure of the steel is much more uniform. This gives the steel much higher strength and durability while maintaining very high wear resistance. The blade features a meticulous hand rubbed satin finish. A 24K gold ant is inlaid next to Willie's touchmark.
Curly koa handle scales are set on a distal tapered full tang creating a perfect balance in hand. This durable wood is only found on the Hawaiian Islands and is one of the most desired woods used in knifemaking. The wood selected has a gorgeous curly figure with high chatoyancy. The scales are dovetailed to titanium bolsters for a perfect fit. They are hand engraved by Willie's wife, Sunette. A lanyard can be added to the rear of the handle for extra retention.
To keep the knife close at hand, a black pouch style leather sheath is included. The sheath may be removed from the belt loop which allows it to be removed from the belt without taking your belt off or if a smaller profile is desired, it can be carried in a pocket or bag.
Excellent work throughout!


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