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The Kiridashi is the original Japanese utility knife. Traditionally carried in the sleeve pocket of one's kimono by both Samurai and peasant alike. The Kiridashi is now used by practically everyone in Japan from children to master craftsmen! In many ways, it's the fixed blade equivalent of the western pocket knife. Because of its innate practicality, it's used for everything from whittling, carving, paring, and nearly every conceivable cutting chore. Now Cold Steel has updated this famous classic utility knife by making a folding knife version! The Kiridashi folder offers a razor-sharp classically shaped blade made from 4034 stainless steel that's mated to a handsome, comfortable Griv-Ex grip that will never rot, crack, warp or mildew. To guard your fingers, it comes with the Tri-Ad Locking mechanism, proven time and time again to be the strongest, safest locking mechanism available. Light in weight, thin and handy, the Kiridashi is a joy to carry clipped to a pocket. And it's bargain-priced and a tremendous value to boot!
Zytel Handles
A nylon polymer that is lightweight and extremely durable, Zytel can be shaped and textured to provide excellent grip.
Pocket Clip
Includes a pocket clip for easy accessibility and a more secure carry.
Lockback
The lockback system has been used for many decades. It can usually be found on the knife spine and it provides a strong lockup that will wear well.
Great size and design. It's nice to see Cold Steel making some smaller knives. Only two issues with this one: 1.) The blade steel could be a bit better. 2.)The integrated FRN clip comes across as bit cheap and seems as if it were designed by a third grader. All in all, I'm willing to overlook a couple of flaws for what is otherwise a really well thought out knife.
I love the black handles on this knife. It fits perfectly in my medium sized female hand the the handles and warm to the touch and shaped perfectly to fit in my hand. I don't even feel the pocket clip in my hand when I hold this knife, which is perfect for cutting boxes, paper, string, or an emergency defensive weapon. the only thing I don't like is the plastic pocket clip. I wish Cold Steel and Civivi would start putting wire pocket clips on their knives, like Spyderco. All in all, I like this knife and can see why its a Japanese favorite.
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