Description
KUV3619C3: Vanguard V3619C3 Azo Drop Bear - Micarta
Kizer Cutlery
The Kizer Drop Bear features a slim and sleek design while showcasing an aggressive drop point profile with an intriguing reverse bevel near the tip of the blade. The 154CM blade is a workhorse and will perform extraordinarily well in-between sparse sharpening sessions. The handles consist of a rough Micarta with skeletonized stainless steel liners. The blade snaps open with ease thanks to the double thumb studs and bearings, ensuring that the blade is ready the moment you are. The real showstopper here is Kizer's Clutch Lock, which is a different take on the familiar crossbar or AXIS lock providing excellent power and ease of use.
Vanguard Series
The Vanguard Series brings excellent value to high-quality designs. Since the start of Kizer Cutlery, they have focused on the high end of the knife market with their impeccable quality and premium materials. This has earned them a place in the hearts of their fans. To increase the accessibility of Kizer brand products, they took the designs of the Bladesmith and Prime Series, and while keeping the quality at the same high level, re-forged them using materials that bring extra value for the money spent. Kizer uses only materials that have stellar performance, such as VG10 for the blades and G10 or stainless steel for the handles. This way, Kizer products are available at all budget levels but still maintain that incredible quality of construction.
Tools share a common goal and purpose. That purpose is performance, reliable to the end. Kizer brings you the Vanguard Series created with the purpose of distilling the essence of the Bladesmith and Prime Series into tools that excel in being used. This may not be your only knife, but this will be the knife you carry and use every day!
Specifications
- Blade Length: 2.97"
- Cutting Edge: 2.94"
- Closed Length: 4.10"
- Overall Length: 7.13"
- Blade Material: 154CM Stainless Steel
- Blade Thickness: 0.11"
- Blade Style: Drop Point
- Blade Grind: Flat
- Blade Finish: Stonewash
- Handle Material: Black Micarta
- Liner Material: Skeletonized Stainless Steel
- Locking Mechanism: Clutch Lock
- Pocket Clip: Tip-Up, Right/Left Carry
- Weight: 3.70 oz.
- Designer: Azo
- Made in China
UPC Code: 6973755035983
Micarta Handles
Micarta is a compressed layered composite sealed within a thermosetting plastic which creates a strong, attractive material that is impervious to water.
Pocket Clip
Includes a pocket clip for easy accessibility and a more secure carry.
154CM Stainless Steel
A quality stainless steel made in the USA by Crucible Industries that offers a solid balance of edge retention, stainlessness, and toughness.
Kizer Cutlery Vanguard Azo Drop Bear Clutch Lock Folding Knife 2.97" 154CM Stonewashed Drop Point Blade, Black Micarta Handles
(4 reviews) 5.0 out of 5 stars
Kizer Cutlery Vanguard Azo Drop Bear Clutch Lock Folding Knife 2.97" 154CM Stonewashed Drop Point Blade, Black Micarta Handles Happykat
Austin, Tx
Jan 10, 2025
Pros: None
Cons: Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Weight
One of my favorite knives in my 550 + knife collection
I love the Kizer Drop Bear and this is my third one I've purchased. I like it better than the aluminum handled one because its less heavy and has micarta scales. I prefer it many times over the cheapest version with the purple plastic scales, which feels cheap. THIS IS MY PERFECT KNIFE! The clutch lock is effortless, the micarta scales feel great to hold, the blade is ultra sharp and flips out effortlessly and closes almost without effort with the clutch lock. I recommend buying this knife that doesn't have any flaws. I only wish this knife came out with the same scales with magnacut, S35V or S90VN steel.
Kizer Cutlery Vanguard Azo Drop Bear Clutch Lock Folding Knife 2.97" 154CM Stonewashed Drop Point Blade, Black Micarta Handles Mike
Warren, Nj
Aug 20, 2024
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Weight
Cons: None
Awesome EDC from Kizer
This has become my new EDC. I have a couple Real Steel Huginns, but always get some looks when I open it up to use. This Drop Bear is a less dangerous looking option and just skirts under the 3" line so no potential for issues with the law. Great crossbar action, easily flicks open and drops shut. Blade was perfectly centered, nicely ground and very sharp. Did a little box cutting moving a kid into college dorm, and knife performed great and still sliced paper after. Will be getting one or two more for sure.
Kizer Cutlery Vanguard Azo Drop Bear Clutch Lock Folding Knife 2.97" 154CM Stonewashed Drop Point Blade, Black Micarta Handles
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality
Cons: None
Quickly became a preferred carry
Absolutely love this knife. It’s comfortable in the hand, super sharp, sturdy, and the lock tension is customizable. Micarta is grippy and the whole knife feels solid. 154CM is always a plus, too.I have tons of other knives to carry, but I keep reaching for this one. At the price I don’t feel like I need to hold back on beating on it, either.Huge value of a knife.
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