Persian Folder with Petrified Coral and Mokume

Product Description for Persian Folder with Petrified Coral and Mokume

Maker: Mel Nishiuchi (click to see more by this maker)
Item num: 98746
*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 3.00 in.
Cutting edge length: 2.90 in.
Total length: 7.25 in.
Blade height (at heel): 0.71 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.09 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.07 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.03 in.
Item weight: 4.20 oz.
Shipment weight: 4.6 oz.
Blade: ATS-34 stainless steel with a hand rubbed satin finish, Hrc 59-60
Bolster: Mokume gane forged by Devin Thomas from brass, nickel silver and copper
Handle: Petrified coral from Indonesia
Style: Folding liner lock
Description: This Mel Nishiuchi Persian inspired folder is a spectacular knife!
The upswept blade is formed from ATS-34 stainless steel. It features and heirloom quality satin finish. The blade has smooth action and is easily opened with the thumb disc. It was heat treated by Paul Bos with a sub zero quench.
The scales are petrified coral from Indonesia. This beautiful coral is mined from a mountainside in Sumatra rather than being found in the sea.
Mokume gane bolsters were forged from brass, nickel silver, and copper by Devin Thomas. They are dovetailed to the stone scales for a perfect fit. Mel's skill in working with stones is truly exceptional. This, combined with his seemingly infinite store of rare gemstones, allows him to make some of the most unique knives to be found anywhere! The 6AL4Vtitanium liners and backbar are anodized.
Smooth, consistent action with a well centered blade. This is the 341st knife that Nishiuchi has made. Exceptional fit and finish throughout!


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