SNSFBL8CF: Field Grade Les George ASTOR Folding Knife - Carbon Fiber/Black G10
Spartan Blades
The ASTOR is Spartan's first folding knife collaboration with prolific custom knifemaker Les George. The ASTOR was built as a robust "Work Horse" of a knife! From its carbon fiber/G10 composite scales, thick liner-lock, and high ground premium 154CM blade steel, the ASTOR is the perfect knife for those jobs requiring an extra bit of toughness. The deep carry pocket clip can be configured for left-hand carry by switching to the left side and using the dual thumb studs. All at an affordable price!
All Spartan Blades Bronze (Field) Grade folders incorporate their "Oil-Infused Bronze Bushing System" or "OIBBS"! These sintered bronze bushings are impregnated with oil which reduces the friction on the blade, thus giving you a tight but smooth blade opening. This system is especially useful for slow speeds, intermittent use, and uneven loads such as are found on folding knives.
Carbon Fiber Handles
Very strong and lightweight material. Provides an upscale and modern feel.
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.
Customer Reviews
Spartan Blades Field Grade Les George ASTOR Folding Knife 3.625" CTS-XHP Stonewashed Blade, Textured Carbon Fiber/Black G10 Handles (5 reviews)
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Spartan Blades Field Grade Les George ASTOR Folding Knife 3.625" CTS-XHP Stonewashed Blade, Textured Carbon Fiber/Black G10 Handles
Cons: Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Lock Ease of Use
Uneven secondary bevels
Overall the knife was designed by a great knife maker. However my edges were all uneven and I had to reprofile and resharpen the knife. The action can be improved with a little TLC. I don’t like how thin liner lock is because it’s a bit uncomfortable to disengage.
Spartan Blades Field Grade Les George ASTOR Folding Knife 3.625" CTS-XHP Stonewashed Blade, Textured Carbon Fiber/Black G10 Handles
Outstanding steel used in this blade. This is the first CTS-XHP knifesteel I have used before. Seems very similar to the S30V I have in another blade. Love the stainless characteristics it has.Another first with this knife is the carbon fiber handles. These are smoothish with a little tack but the kicker is the nice look with the checkering it offers. The pocket clip has been swapped over to accommodate the left hand draw from the left pocket.In the past I had mainly owned liner lock folders but more recently been using Axis style locking knives. It’s been no problem using this liner lock model although my tastes have grown to favor the Axis system.Not being familiar with Les George I must say that he has made a very nice knife that fills the palm nicely-it is a perfect size with good weight and balance and can go right to work and look good doing it.
Spartan Blades Field Grade Les George ASTOR Folding Knife 3.625" CTS-XHP Stonewashed Blade, Textured Carbon Fiber/Black G10 Handles
Jason
Holland, Mi
Feb 14, 2023
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Disappointed
I really wanted to like this knife. Great blade but it's very tough to flick it out. Hard to work in. incredibly difficult to flick with thumb or finger. Carbon fiber handle is nice, not too aggressive and will not tear up your pocket. Jimping on spine is good. It's so hard to open I wish it had a flipper on the back. When I use the thumb studs to open or reverse flick I have to use so much wrist to get it open. Oiling it did not help at all. Good weight and jimping on the handle feels good. Liner lock is smooth. Pocket clip is small and works great, feels good in the pocket. Way too stiff and hard to actuate. Looks good but if you can't get the blade out....
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