Blade steel – H12MF:
This Russian tool alloy is known for its outstanding hardness (61-62 HRC) and excellent wear resistance. Due to its high chromium and molybdenum content, X12MF holds its sharpening well and is resistant to nicks even during intensive work. The high hardness makes the knife particularly effective for cutting hard and fibrous materials, but it requires careful handling – the steel edge, despite its strength, can be vulnerable to strong lateral loads.
Resistance to moisture and corrosion:
Due to the addition of alloying elements, X12MF demonstrates good, but not absolute, corrosion resistance. To prevent corrosion, it is recommended to wipe the blade regularly after use and avoid prolonged contact with moisture.
Ease of maintenance:
The X12MF sharpening is best trusted by experienced owners and professionals, since high hardness requires the presence of carbide or diamond abrasives. The basic care is simple: rinse, wipe and regularly lubricate the blade and lock mechanics.
Handle – acrylic, brown:
Acrylic is a modern composite material with a smooth and pleasant-to-touch surface. The material is not afraid of moisture, is not susceptible to swelling and cracking. Due to its ergonomic shape, the handle fits well in the hand, does not slip even during prolonged use, and the stylish brown color gives the product a spectacular, aesthetic appearance.
Blade Shape – Drop Point:
The Drop Point is a versatile shape that is perfect for most household, hiking, and hunting tasks. This geometry ensures the strength of the tip, ease of cutting and pricking, high handling and control during operation.
Mechanics and safety:
The Liner-lock is characterized by the reliability of locking the blade in the open position and the ease of folding with one hand. This makes the knife safe and convenient for daily use.
Main application scenarios
Optimal tasks:cutting products, cutting soft and medium-hard materials, camping, hiking, picnicking, hunting, fishing, EDC (daily wear).
The field of collecting:knives with such spectacular designs and materials are often in demand among collectors who appreciate beauty and reliability.
Lower fitness:It is not recommended to use the knife for heavy household tasks (levering, planing hard dry branches, throwing), as well as in conditions of prolonged contact with an aggressive environment (salt water without subsequent care).
Unique moments and advantages
The use of manual heat treatment of X12MF steel guarantees long—term preservation of cutting properties.
The acrylic handle combines aesthetics, moisture resistance and dirt resistance — the knife is comfortable even with a wet hand.
The lightness and reliability of the folding mechanism with the Liner-lock lock ensure safe use.
Packed in a leather sheath, it is protected during transportation, emphasizing the individual style of the owner.
Restrictions and recommendations for care
Do not use it as a chisel or lever — the blade is designed for cutting, not for heavy impact load.
Avoid prolonged contact with moisture, especially in aggressive environments — despite the inherent level of corrosion protection, this will prolong the service life of the blade.
Clean, rinse and dry the knife regularly; lubricate the lock mechanism.
For sharpening, use medium and high hardness abrasives (stones, diamonds, ceramics) — this will keep the sharpness without losing the properties of the steel.
The acrylic handle is not afraid of humidity, but it is worth avoiding strong impacts and contact with aggressive chemicals.
Summary of the final recommendation
This model is the perfect choice for those who are looking for a compact, reliable and stylish folding knife for everyday use, hiking or hunting. High-quality X12MF steel, ergonomic acrylic handle and proven mechanics make the knife an indispensable companion in a variety of life situations. For collectors, it is interesting for its combination of aesthetics and handwork, for practitioners — for its functionality and durability. It is not recommended as a heavy tool for construction and extreme work — the best qualities are revealed precisely in the cutting, not in the impact load!
