Damasteel HBP80 Front Flipper

Product for Damasteel HBP80 Front Flipper

Maker: Des Horn (click to see more by this maker)

Price: $1,500.00

Item num: 107939

*** This is handmade and one-of-a-kind ***
Blade length: 3.20 in.
Cutting edge length: 3.00 in.
Total length: 7.10 in.
Blade height (at heel): 0.66 in.
Blade thickness (near bolster): 0.09 in.
Blade thickness (at midpoint): 0.08 in.
Blade thickness (near tip): 0.03 in.
Item weight: 1.20 oz.
Shipment weight: 2.6 oz.
Blade: Double tempered, cryogenically quenched stainless damascus by Damasteel
Handle: Hardened Damasteel stainless damascus
Sheath: Leather pocket pouch
Style: Linerlock front flipper

: Des Horn is one of the fathers of the South African knife industry. His influence can be clearly seen in other South African’s work, but also extends into knives made around the world. Whether put to a daily carry folder or an art knife, his attention to detail and skill is legendary. This Damasteel Model HBP80 Front Flipper is an exceptional example of why Des’ knives are legendary! The HBP80 was designed in conjunction with renowned scrimshander Hilton Purvis (now retired).
The blade is Swedish Damasteel which has been double tempered and cryogenically treated in liquid nitrogen. This style of heat treatment results in an incredibly long lasting edge, and high resistance to chipping. The blade is perfectly centered and has smooth action. It is easily opened using the front flipper mechanism. This style of flipper doesn’t catch on things in the pocket and is designed to be opened with a rotating motion of your thumb or index finger, though it can be ‘flicked’ with practice. The inlaid lock bar is grade V titanium with a silicon nitride detent ball (Hrc 93!).
The handle is hardened Damasteel surrounding a Damasteel backbar. By hardening the scales and backbar, Des ensures they are harder to scuff and scratch from carry. It also ensures a cleaner, more consistent etch.
To protect the knife during storage and transportation, a black leather pocket pouch is included.
Excellent work throughout!

Availability: In stock. Usually ships in 1-2 business days