Description
Verdant Reaper is the plain working karambit. A D2 hawkbill in a soft matte grey satin that throws no glare, olive green canvas Micarta cut with finger grooves, brass pins, and an integral steel ring. Nothing on it is decorative and nothing on it minds the weather.
The inward-facing edge hooks material into the cut instead of pushing it away, so rope, cord, webbing and packaging part with very little pressure. The ring keeps the knife in your hand wet, cold or gloved.
| Overall Length | 8.7 inches |
|---|---|
| Blade Length | 3.6 inches (measured along the curve) |
| Blade Steel | D2 tool steel |
| Blade Finish | Matte grey satin |
| Blade Style | Curved karambit hawkbill |
| Handle Material | Olive green canvas Micarta, contoured with finger grooves |
| Finger Ring | Steel finger ring, integral |
| Fittings | Brass pins |
| Tang | Full tang |
| Sheath | Handmade oxblood leather belt sheath with stud closure (included) |
Built for: everyday carry, camp and utility cutting, farm and workshop work, and self-defence training. This is the one to buy if you intend to actually use it and not fuss over it.
Care: D2 is a semi-stainless tool steel — highly rust resistant but not rust proof. Wipe the blade dry after use and oil it lightly before long storage. Micarta and G10 need almost nothing — soap and water and they are done. The brass pins will darken slightly with age. Do not store the knife inside the leather sheath for long periods.
FAQs
What is a karambit knife used for?
It started as a farming tool in Southeast Asia — the curved blade follows the shape of a tiger claw and was used for cutting roots, twine and rope. Today it is carried as a utility and self-defence knife: the hook shape pulls material into the edge instead of pushing it away, so it cuts rope, cord, webbing, boxes and hide with very little force.
What is the finger ring for?
Retention. Your index finger goes through the ring, so the knife cannot be pulled or knocked out of your hand even with wet or gloved hands, and you can let go of the grip entirely without dropping it. It also lets you switch between forward and reverse grip in one movement.
Is the leather sheath included?
Yes. The deep oxblood leather sheath with a brass stud shown in the photograph is moulded to this blade. It ships with the knife at no extra cost.
Is a karambit legal to carry?
It is treated as an ordinary fixed blade in most places, but blade-length and carry rules vary widely by state and country, and a few jurisdictions restrict curved or ring-handled knives specifically. Check your local law before carrying it.
How good is D2 for an everyday knife?
Very good. D2 runs around 58–60 HRC and holds a working edge far longer than the stainless most utility knives use. It is semi-stainless rather than fully stainless, so keep it dry.
How tough is Micarta?
Extremely. Micarta is layered canvas set in resin: it will not swell, crack, warp or rot, it shrugs off water, oil and solvents, and its texture grips better when wet.
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