Description
VP5985ZI: Jesper Voxnaes Katla Folding Knife - Zircote Wood
Viper Knives
The Katla, designed by Jesper Voxnaes, is a liner lock folding knife with a relatively compact size yet tactical tanto profile that we find very appealing. The Bohler M390 steel blade, hardened at 59-61HRC, provides excellent cutting qualities and opens smoothly with ball bearings and the thumb stud or nicely designed flipper. The action is crisp and authoritative and Jesper put a small finger choil on the blade for fine detail work. The smooth, flat scales allow for easy access in and out of the pocket. The Katla is available in a number of different versions, all of which include a real bronze pivot ring and backspacer in addition to a titanium clip that allows for comfortable and discreet carry.
Specifications
- Blade Length: 3.25"
- Cutting Edge: 3.125"
- Closed Length: 4.50"
- Overall Length: 7.75"
- Blade Material: Bohler M390 Stainless Steel
- Blade Thickness: 0.150"
- Blade Hardness: 59-61HRC
- Blade Style: Tanto
- Blade Grind: Flat
- Blade Finish: Satin
- Handle Material: Smooth Zircote Wood
- Handle Thickness: 0.51"
- Liner Material: Stainless Steel
- Locking Mechanism: Liner Lock
- Pivot Assembly: Thrust Bearings
- Pocket Clip: Titanium (Tip-Up, Right Carry)
- Weight: 4.20 oz.
- Designer: Jesper Voxnaes
- Made in Italy
Pocket Clip
Includes a pocket clip for easy accessibility and a more secure carry.
Wood Handles
Provides a traditional, natural look and feel to a modern tool. Wood absorbs shock well and is popular in axe handles.
M390
A go-to option for premium knives. Made by Bohler-Uddeholm, this 3rd generation powder-metal alloy offers high edge retention and excellent stainless properties.
Viper Knives Vox Katla Flipper Knife 3.25" M390 Satin Tanto Blade, Smooth Zircote Wood Handles with Bronze Backspacer
(2 reviews) 5.0 out of 5 stars
Viper Knives Vox Katla Flipper Knife 3.25" M390 Satin Tanto Blade, Smooth Zircote Wood Handles with Bronze Backspacer Sloanla
San Pedro, Ca
Jun 26, 2025
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality
Cons: None
Fantastic wood, good action and build quality
Companies tend to struggle to make wood handles that look and feel good without making them overly treated and plastic feeling. This is a beautiful execution of Zircote wood with nice bronze accents that work well with the deep richness of the wood colors. Action on this knife is very good, feels like a different brand than my Viper Vale with smooth and easy opening. Only considerations is just too many logos on the blade and just over 3" if you have length laws in your area.
Viper Knives Vox Katla Flipper Knife 3.25" M390 Satin Tanto Blade, Smooth Zircote Wood Handles with Bronze Backspacer
Pros: Blade Material, Blade Sharpness, Ease of Opening, Handle Feel, Handle Material, Lock Ease of Use, Lock Type, Overall Quality, Pocket Clip
Cons: None
Amazing Knife
The materials used are top quality and the craftsmanship is stunning. The action of the knife is amazing as well.
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