Spyderco Ikuchi Folding KnifeSatin Blade Carbon Fiber. Designed by Paul Alexander a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and a lifelong knife enthusiast the Ikuchi (pronounced ee-koo-chee and named after a mythical Japanese sea monster) has an elegantly curved handle crafted with full skeletonized stainless steel liners and stunning carbon fiber/G-10 laminate scales. In the closed position the handles narrow open-backed profile completely contains the knifes blade - except for a small textured section of the tang that serves as a flipper opener. Stroking this section of the blade with an index finger or thumb provides leverage to swiftly pivot it into the open position where locks securely via Spydercos patented Compression Lock mechanism. The satin-finished CPM S30V stainless steel blade is full-flat ground for exceptional edge geometry and cutting performance and has an acute scalpel-like point for detailed work. To ensure discreet carry while keeping the Ikuchi instantly accessible its handle includes a low-profile deep-pocket wire clip that is reversible for left or right-side tip-up carry. Specifications for Spyderco Ikuchi Folding Knife: Manufacturer: Spyderco Blade Length: 3.26 in Closed Length: 4.35 in Blade Material: 8Cr13MoV Knife Application: Folding Blade Overall Length: 7.61 in Handle Material: Carbon Fiber Blade Finish: Satin Blade Thickness: 0.098 in Lock Type: Compression Blade Grind: Full-Flat Sheath Material: No Sheath Handle Color: Black Weight: 2.1 oz Package Contents: Spyderco Ikuchi Folding Knife Spyderco C242CFP: Ikuchi Folding KnifeSatin Blade Carbon Fiber
