The knife industry is constantly pushing the envelope searching for, and testing, higher performance blade steels. ZDP189 is rapidly asserting itself as an up-and-coming steel. It's a powdered metal made by Hitachi that has phenomenal chemistry with 3% carbon. The hardness is around 64Rc and edge retention is exceptional. This solid ZDP-189 steel blade is the hottest, hardest and highest performing steel in the knife industry today. Because it is such a high performing product, there are limited quantities available.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Blade Length: 2 7/8"
Length Closed: 4 1/4"
Overall Length: 7 1/8"
Weight: 2.5 oz.
Blade Style: Modified Clip Point
Blade Finish: Satin
Edge: Plain
Blade Steel: ZDP-189
Rockwell Hardness: 65-67
Locking Mechanism: Lockback
Handle Material: British Racing Green FRN
Liners: Stainless Steel
Fittings: Stainless Steel
Pocket Clip: R/H or L/H, Tip Up or Tip Down
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The knife industry is constantly pushing the envelope searching for, and testing, higher performance blade steels. ZDP189 is rapidly asserting itself as an up-and-coming steel. It's a powdered metal made by Hitachi that has phenomenal chemistry with 3% carbon. The hardness is around 64Rc and edge retention is exceptional. This solid ZDP-189 steel blade is the hottest, hardest and highest performing steel in the knife industry today. Because it is such a high performing product, there are limited quantities available.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Blade Length: 2 7/8"
Length Closed: 4 1/4"
Overall Length: 7 1/8"
Weight: 2.5 oz.
Blade Style: Modified Clip Point
Blade Finish: Satin
Edge: Plain
Blade Steel: ZDP-189
Rockwell Hardness: 65-67
Locking Mechanism: Lockback
Handle Material: British Racing Green FRN
Liners: Stainless Steel
Fittings: Stainless Steel
Pocket Clip: R/H or L/H, Tip Up or Tip Down