CRKT Heron Black Tan — a well-balanced folding knife that's perfect for everyday tasks. The name Heron comes from English and means "heron," which beautifully captures the elegance and efficiency of this knife. Designer Lucas Burnley infused this model with unique visual elements and versatile construction features, making the Heron both visually appealing and highly functional.

The blade is crafted from 8Cr13MoV steel, which is a solid choice for everyday knives. While it doesn't offer extraordinary performance, it delivers respectable characteristics for its price. This steel shows good corrosion resistance, decent wear resistance, and cutting ability, though it falls short compared to pricier alloys.

The handle is made from G10 and carbon fiber. G-10 is a composite material formed from fiberglass and epoxy resin. It’s extremely strong, waterproof, and shock-resistant. It takes well to processing and coloring, which is why it's widely used in modern knives. Carbon fiber is a bit pricier but incredibly strong, lightweight, and resistant to chemical influences. The intertwining of carbon fibers creates unique textures, making carbon fiber a staple in the accessories and gentleman's knife segments. However, it's worth noting that while carbon fibers are nearly impossible to tear, this material can struggle under impact and direct sunlight exposure.

Features

• Knife type: folding
• Edge type: plain
• Lock type: frame lock
• Overall length: 19.5 cm
• Blade length: 8.5 cm
• Handle material: G10 fiberglass
• Steel hardness: 57-58 HRC
• Steel brand: 8Cr13MoV
• Weight: 54 g

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