L36M Flipper with Blue/Black Carbon Fiber (IKBS)

Product Description for L36M Flipper with Blue/Black Carbon Fiber (IKBS)

Maker: André E. Thorburn (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 93902
*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 3.75 in.
Total length: 8.60 in.
Blade height (at heel): 1.05 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.13 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.12 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.11 in.
Item weight: 5.80 oz.
Shipment weight: 6.6 oz.
Blade: Satin finished Bohler N690 stainless steel, hardened to 59 Hrc
Bolster: Textured and engraved Zirconium
Handle: Blue/black carbon fiber
Sheath: Cordura pouch
Style: Folding flipper liner lock with IKBS
Description: South African knifemaker André Thorburn creates an exceptional folder. 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 is as smooth as a knife gets!
The clip point blade is formed from N690 stainless steel, a super-steel created by Bohler in Austria. It takes an incredibly sharp edge and holds on to it. Increased toughness gives it better resistance to edge chipping. The blade is hollow ground for an easy to maintain edge. By differentially polishing the blade, Andre has emphasized his clean grind lines.
The handle scales are formed from blue/black carbon fiber. The scales nicely complements the engraved zirconium bolsters. Zirconium is a new material to the knifemaking world. It is a transitional metal that is primarily mined in South Africa and Australia. Zirconium is highly resistant to corrosion. Jimping on the thumb ramp ensures a secure grip. The gently rounded handle feels sturdy and fills out the hand perfectly. The handle is completed with blue anodized titanium liners and red fiber spacers. The pierced titanium pocket clip is mounted for tip-up carry.
Exceptional work throughout!


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