Cruz Flipper with 3D Machined C-Tek and Black G10 (IKBS)

Product Description for Cruz Flipper with 3D Machined C-Tek and Black G10 (IKBS)

Maker: JD van Deventer (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 96256
*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 4.00 in.
Cutting edge length: 3.80 in.
Total length: 8.80 in.
Blade height (at heel): 1.05 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.12 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.12 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.10 in.
Item weight: 5.20 oz.
Shipment weight: 6.6 oz.
Blade: Bohler M390 stainless steel
Handle: Machined, stacked blue C-Tek and black G-10
Style: Folding liner lock with IKBS
Description: Johann van Deventer, better known as JD, aims to produce unique knives of the highest degree of craftsmanship. He took up knife making in 2005 and became a member of the Knifemaker’s Guild of Southern Africa by 2007. He works in a one man shop and even builds most of his machines himself! He is clearly a maker to keep an eye on.
This Cruz flipper is a tactical folder with absolutely exceptional action. The blade is perfectly centered and silky smooth -- easily opened with one hand using the discreet and ambidextrous flipper toggle. It uses the IKBS (Ikoma Korth Bearing System) pivot system. This mechanism, which was originally designed to fit balisong knives, uses ball bearings to create smooth action with no blade play.
The blade is formed from premium M390 powdered stainless steel for the extreme edge retention, high strength, and the toughness that a hard-use knife demands. Because of its uniform microstructure and stainless properties, M390 is often used in surgical cutting instruments and other applications that require a high finish. The blade is hollow ground for an easy to maintain edge and has been satin finished in the grinds while being mirror polished on the flats.
Stacked layers of black G-10 and blue C-Tek are 3D machined for a sure, comfortable grip. C-Tek resin infused aluminum honeycomb is a material that has been "in the works" since 1995. The material is absolutely stunning in its appearance and its ability to reflect light and gives a whole new depth to the knife making art. A titanium backbar and liners keeps the knife strong and light. The textured titanium pocket clip is mounted for tip-up, right-handed carry.
Excellent fit and finish throughout!


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