Model 450 Ultra-Light with Damasteel and Blue/Silver Carbon Fiber

Product Description for Model 450 Ultra-Light with Damasteel and Blue/Silver Carbon Fiber

Maker: Des Horn (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 97097
Blade length: 2.75 in.
Cutting edge length: 2.75 in.
Total length: 6.50 in.
Blade height (at heel): 0.65 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.11 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.09 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.04 in.
Item weight: 1.20 oz.
Shipment weight: 1.8 oz.
Blade: Stainless damascus by Damasteel, hardened, sub-zero quenched, and double tempered by Des for excellent edge retention
Handle: Blue/silver carbon fiber
Style: Folding front flipper with liner lock
Description: Des Horn is one of the fathers of the South African knife industry. His influence can be clearly seen in other South African's work, but also extends into knives made around the world. Whether put to a daily carry folder or an art knife, his attention to detail and skill is legendary.
The blade on this Model 450 Ultra-Light is stainless damascus forged by Damasteel. A cryogenic liquid nitrogen sub-zero quench and double tempering ensures a keen, long lasting edge.
The blade is perfectly centered and has smooth action. It is easily opened using the front flipper mechanism. This style of flipper is not designed to be flicked open, but instead is rotated with the thumb. The lock bar is grade V Titanium with a silicon nitride detent ball (Hrc 93!). The gently rounded handle feels comfortable in the hand, despite being so inobtrusive.
Exceptional fit throughout! The Model 450 is extremely light, stainless and high performing!


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