Description
The Large Inkosi Black Canvas Micarta LIN-1012 is a 9.1 cm blade length knife with a 12.2 cm closed length and a 21.3 cm overall length. The blade is made of S45VN stainless steel and has a hardness of 60-62 RC. The handle is made of 6A14V titanium with black canvas micarta inlays. The knife is made in the USA.
The Inkosi is a family of folding knives that will claim the position of Chief alongside the iconic Sebenza. This design continues to push the characteristics of the Integral Lock, blade strength, pivot and lock tolerances as well as overall ergonomics. This model features the Insingo blade, meaning "razor" in Zulu, and is a Chris Reeve adaptation of the traditional Wharncliffe blade, a utility blade with excellent slicing capabilities.
A carefully developed hollow grind, strengthened pivot, and sturdy lock up were the starting points for this family of Inkosi folding knives. While challenging the standards of the Integral Lock, the Inkosi is the most overbuilt knife of its kind, a true testament of strength. Using a ceramic ball as an interface for the lock bar to the blade tang, it ensures a lifetime of consistent lock up.
This is the first time Chris Reeve has been able to use twin, oversized washers with an Integral lock. The washer diameter is wider than the blade securing zero sideways play. With larger lubrication holes there is even less surface area of friction. With the Large Hollow Grind technology, they use a shallow radius to add more strength to the blade, making it halfway between a flat grind and a standard hollow grind.
Specifications
Blade Length:9.14 cm
Closed Length:12.19 cm
Overall Length:21.33 cm
Blade Material: Magnacut
Blade Thickness:3.5 mm
Blade Hardness: 63-64HRC
Blade Style: Drop Point
Blade Grind: Large Hollow
Blade Finish: Stonewash
Handle Material: Sandblasted 6Al4V Titanium with Black Canvas Micarta Inlays
Locking Mechanism: Frame Lock
Pivot Assembly: Washers
Pocket Clip: Titanium (Tip-Up, Right Carry)
Double Thumb Lug: Titanium
Stop Pin, Pivot Pin, Backspacer: Stainless Steel
Designer: Chris Reeve
Made in the USA
Parallel Import: No
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