Pre-order | Artisan Cutlery Beest Liner Lock Front Flipper&Thumbs Hole Knife Gold Aluminum Handle (3.65'' Black PVD Coating AR-SFII Blade) 1878P-GL
Quick Verdict
Pre-order | Artisan Cutlery Beest Liner Lock Front Flipper&Thumbs Hole Knife Gold Aluminum Handle (3.65'' Black PVD Coating AR-SFII Blade) 1878P-GL
What We Like
- AR-SFII blade steel with good edge retention
- Smooth ceramic ball bearing pivot assembly
- Lightweight aluminum handle at 98g
- Versatile drop point blade profile
- Front flipper and thumb hole dual opening options
Considerations
- PVD coating may wear with heavy use
- Aluminum handle less grippy than G10 or Micarta
- Pre-order item with shipping delay
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Technical Specifications
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