![]() ![]() But this is the first time it is appearing on a folding knife in an ongoing, production format. There have been various one-offs and fixed blades throughout the years that have had a Persian blade shape. This isn’t the very first time Strider has experimented with a Persian influence. And another interesting twist compared to its relatives, the KRT’s clip is actually reversible. This first batch of KRTs are made from titanium rather than the G-10/titanium setup of many other Striders. ![]() That being said, the KRT does still have that signature angled butt end that is such a hallmark of Strider’s designs. The bottom side of its handle is scalloped into two large finger grooves, and the spine is curved instead of flat, as it would be on a standard SnG. The KRT’s ergonomics are a noticeable riff on the profiles of its famous predecessors. Strider measures the blade length from the pivot and have it down as 4.5 inches the blade steel, on this first run at least, is CTS-XHP. By and large, Strider knives have avoided a lot of the big knife trends, so it’s not entirely surprising that the KRT, like its stablemates, is not a flipper instead, it opens with a thumb oval, just like the SnG family. It can be best described as a Persian-style tanto, with a pronounced trailing point curving out to an abrupt and sharply defined secondary bevel. The first thing that catches the eye on the KRT is the blade. Strider Knives is devoted to the research and development of knives made for the harshest conditions. Mick Strider’s latest design brings a fresh, bold blade shape into the Strider family, while still carrying forward the company’s design lineage. This one ships in a USA Made black, padded zipper pouch with MSC-XL patch.It isn’t often that we get to see a brand new Strider model, but that’s precisely what released last week, in the form of the KRT. A 3/4 inch slot is cut from the bottom to allow for lanyard customization.įinal touches on the Custom XL is a tip up carry MSC engraved titanium pocket clip and of course Mick's signature inside the large choil of the blade. It also utilizes the Hinderer Lockbar Stabilizer to prevent over-extension of the bar. It works in conjunction with thick phosphor bronze washers to create that silky action. The pivot bolt construction is now titanium as well. Oversized Ti barrel spacers, hardware and internal "closed" blade stop. ![]() Construction on this beast consists entirely of titanium. It's a spectacular combination of bronze/blues/purples you have to see in person to fully appreciate. The "special" coloring Mick creates is heat-sensitive and will change depending on the light. S trider Knives SMF model, CTS-XHP Blade With Custom Digicam Finish, aluminum cerakote top with custom engraving, Titanium lock side with custom Digicam pattern. The Handle: Over 5 inches of orange peel, Magic Mick anodized glorious titanium with carefully grooved edges and textures galore. It operates smoothly via an ambidextrous oval window cutout of the flat with small blade stop protrusions. These light bumps run down the length of the blade all the way to the tip and are reminiscent of the spine or back of any pre-historic reptilian or fantastic creature from classic stories told. A long thumb ramp with familiar deep Strider notching blends into one of the coolest spines you'll ever see known as Mick's dragon scale scallops. The flats have been lightly tumbled with light polish as not to contrast too much with the aggressive grindage. This one features an aggressive tanto point with recurved belly and large upper swedge grinds all left a pristine satin finish. The precision, patience and technique that goes into every one is absolutely astonishing for a knife lover. The Blade: Mick is known for his "Nightmare Grind" as it is as breathtaking as it is exhausting to pull off. This unique XL is a work of hardcore art any collector of the genre would be proud to own.īrand new item direct from Strider Knives, USA. This custom version was handmade by the owner himself, Mick Strider for some of the greatest tactical precision in our industry. The Strider Knives XL model is the yeti of the bunch and not for the faint of heart registering in at nearly a whopping ten inches overall. C (Death on Contact) Killswitch is a custom Mick Strider (Strider Knives)-Anthony Marfione (Microtech Knives) automatic folder that won the Most Innovative. ![]()
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