Imvubu Front Flipper with Carbon Fiber - Nitrobe 77

Product Description for Imvubu Front Flipper with Carbon Fiber - Nitrobe 77

Maker: Des Horn (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 105673
** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind **
Blade length: 3.75 in.
Cutting edge length: 3.75 in.
Total length: 8.50 in.
Blade height (at heel): 0.10 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.15 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.13 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.05 in.
Item weight: 4.40 oz.
Shipment weight: 5.0 oz.
Blade: Very rare Nitrobe 77 martensitic stainless, Hrc 62
Handle: Carbon fiber set on anodized titanium liners
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 Imvubu Front Flipper is Nitrobe 77 martensitic stainless. This powder based alloy represents a revolutionary combination of corrosion resistance and edge strength -- setting it apart from all other knife steels. Nitrogen replaces carbon as the martensite initiator in the hardening process. It is made from Rapid Solidification Powder (RSP) to reduce the sizes and quantities of unfavorable solidification structures. Finally, it undergoes a complicated triple tempering cycle including four cryogenic quenches in liquid nitrogen to give greater strength and a finer edge capability (finer grain structure) than the best high tech steels. The performance of this knife is at a totally different level!
The blade is perfectly centered and has silky smooth, drop shut action. It is easily opened using the front flipper mechanism.
Carbon fiber scales rest on hand fileworked blue anodized titanium liners, keeping this knife as light as it comes. A carbon fiber backbar matches the scales and keeps the knife light. An elevated, jimped thumb ramp provides for a secure thumb purchase. The machined titanium pocket clip is mounted for right-side, tip-up carry and has been anodized to match the liners.
Exceptional fit throughout.


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