L36S Flipper with Carbon Fiber, Zirconium and Damasteel (Ceramic IKBS)

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Product Description for L36S Flipper with Carbon Fiber, Zirconium and Damasteel (Ceramic IKBS)

Maker: André E. Thorburn (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 98523
*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 3.25 in.
Cutting edge length: 3.10 in.
Total length: 7.30 in.
Blade height (at heel): 0.90 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.11 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.10 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.05 in.
Item weight: 3.40 oz.
Shipment weight: 5.0 oz.
Blade: Stainless damascus forged by Damasteel
Bolster: Engraved and anodized zirconium
Handle: Carbon fiber
Sheath: Fleece lined cordura pouch
Style: Ceramic IKBS flipper with locking liner
Description: South African knifemaker André Thorburn creates an exceptional folder. The blade is perfectly centered and has silky-smooth action. The flipper opening is easy to use for quick deployment. 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. Andre is a master of the IKBS pivot and this is as smooth as a knife gets!
The clip point blade is formed from stainless damascus forged by Damasteel in Sweden. The high contrast pattern is revealed in the grinds. The flats are mirror polished. The blade is hollow ground for an easy to maintain edge.
The scales are carbon fiber that have been nicely domed and polished. Jimping on the thumb ramp provides a comfortable, secure grip. Engraved, anodized zirconium bolsters provide a steadfast grip that is also very beautiful. Zirconium is a transitional metal that is primarily mined in South Africa and Australia. It is highly resistant to corrosion and scuffing. Titanium liners rest against red fiber spacers and have been fileworked and anodized. A black G10 backspacer helps keep the knife light, yet strong. The machined titanium pocket clip is mounted for right handed, tip-up carry.
A stellar everyday carry piece for any occasion! 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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