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CIVIVI Button Lock Praxis Flipper Knife Aluminum Handle (3.75" Nitro-V Blade) C18026E-3
Quick Verdict
CIVIVI Button Lock Praxis Flipper Knife Aluminum Handle (3.75" Nitro-V Blade) C18026E-3
What We Like
- Nitro-V blade steel at 59-61HRC provides good edge retention for EDC
- Smooth caged ceramic ball bearing pivot for effortless deployment
- Button lock with spring tension prevents accidental opening while allowing easy release
- Aluminum handles provide durability with lightweight construction
- Drop point blade profile ideal for everyday cutting tasks
Considerations
- Aluminum handles lack premium grip texture compared to G10 or Micarta
- Button lock may require two-hand closing for some users
Overview
Specifications:
Model Number: C18026E-3Model Name: Button Lock Praxis Overall Length: 8.62" / 218.9mmWidth: 1.54" / 39mmOverall Height (Include Clip): 0.68" / 17.2mmBlade Length: 3.75" / 95.2mmClosed Length: 4.87" / 123.7mmBlade Thickness: 0.12" / 3mmHandle Thickness: 0.47" / 12mmKnife Weight: 3.94oz / 111.6g Packing Dimension: 15.3*6.5*3.3cmTotal Weight After Packing: 6.55oz / 185.6g Blade Material: Nitro-VBlade Hardness: 59-61HRCBlade Grind: FlatBlade Finish: Satin FinishedBlade Type: Drop Point Handle Material: AluminumHandle Color/Finish: Lime GreenBack Spacer Material: AluminumBack Spacer Color/Finish: Lime Green Pocket Clip: Tip-Up, L/RClip Material: Stainless SteelScrews Material: Stainless SteelPivot Assembly: Caged Ceramic Ball BearingLocking Mechanism: Button Lock*Note that the button lock is designed with a spring under the button to provide just the right amount of tension so that there is enough resistance to avoid accidental opening, while still offering the ideal amount of pressure to release the lock. Designer: CIVIVI
Technical Specifications
8 specs Brand Civivi
Category Knives
Weight 111.6g (3.9 oz)
Material Aluminum
Blade Steel Nitro-V
Blade Length 3.75mm
Blade Shape Drop Point
Lock Type Button Lock
Opening Type Flipper, Button Lock
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