Overview
This Premier Grade Pioneer features a hollow ground, hand-rubbed blade and brown micarta handle. 3/16" blade thickness and 1 1/8" blade depth. Professionally heat treated by MET-TEK with a triple temper and cryogenic soaked to a Rockwell hardness of 59-60. Notched thumbrest."Premier grade knives feature a labor intensive hand rubbed satin finish on the flats of the blade, and a scotch brite finish in the hollow grind, which is then lightly buffed to attain an attractive sheen."
"The micarta handle slabs are adhered to the tang using industrial epoxy, sealing out moister. Titanium tubing is used for its strength, light weight and non-corrosive properties. Not only does it provides a distinct look to the knives, but its prime function is to prevent handle separation during lateral flex of the knife should it occur. The titanium tubing is flared into the micarta under pressure, to provide an indestructible bond."
Excellent fit and finish. Great fit in the hand. Direct from maker. Blade Steel: CPM S30V @ 59-60 RC