(Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip, Sheath, Weight
Cons: None
Unmatched
Superior Japanese Steel and Craftsmanship - Unmatched.
Rockstead REN-ZDP Japanese Folding Knife 3.7" ZDP-189/VG10 Clad Mirror Finish Tanto Blade, Carbon Fiber and Titanium Handles, Frame Lock
Part #: RSRENZDP | Rockstead Knives
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Description
RSRENZDP: REN-ZDP
Rockstead
The REN model has proven itself as a standout release from Rockstead, immediately establishing a reputation for exceptional execution and performance. The blade shape is a "Tanto-Honzukuri" or a "Tanto-convex" blade shape. As you know, they make the "Tanto" blade shape with the CHI model, but this blade shape is "Tanto-Shinogizukuri". That means straight grind. There are only a few knife makers who make this kind of blade shape, but we have never seen a "Tanto-Honzukuri" with a mirror-polished surface. The handle is a combination of carbon fiber for the presentation scale with a titanium frame lock allowing for excellent weight and balance. It may not look like a Rockstead, but the REN is one of the best-performing knives produced anywhere in the world.
With proper maintenance, Rocksteads are known to keep a sharp edge for 2-3 years. Rockstead Knives do come with free sharpening and regrinding. You would be responsible for shipping charges to and from Japan.
Be sure to register your Rockstead Knife here.
Specifications
- Blade Length: 3.70"
- Handle Length: 4.65"
- Overall Length: 8.35"
- Blade Thickness: 0.145"
- Blade Material: VG10 Clad ZDP-189 Stainless Steel
- Blade Hardness: 67 HRC (approximate)
- Blade Style: Tanto
- Blade Grind: Dual Convex
- Blade Finish: Mirror
- Handle Material: Carbon Fiber and Titanium
- Locking Mechanism: Frame Lock
- Pocket Clip: Tip-Up, Right Carry
- Weight: 4.37 oz.
- Made in Japan
UPC Code: 02523510
Related Categories
Rockstead Knives, Rockstead REN Series, ZDP-189 Clad by VG10 Blade Steel, Carbon Handle Material, Folding Knives, Folding Knives Frame Locks, Made in Japan
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Customer Reviews
Gs
Etters, PAJan 08, 2026
Entropy1049
Ocala, FlSep 04, 2021
Pros: Weight, Overall Quality, Blade Sharpness
Cons: None
Absolute perfection.
Super light weight, fit and finish are amazing. Literally no room for improvement.
