Extrema Ratio Shrapnel OG Black Forprene, Black N690 (04.1000.0160/BLK)

SHRAPNEL OG Black, this is a compact (back-up) knife with a fixed blade and full-tang construction. In expert hands this knife is incredibly fast. Well-balanced with above-average strength, a typical tool for professionals.

N690 - corrosion-resistant, high-carbon 1.07% (C), martensitic chromium steel 17.30% (Cr) with molybdenum 1.10% (Mo), vanadium 0.10% (V) and cobalt 1.50% (Co) for structural uniformity. Features exceptionally high corrosion resistance and long edge retention. One of the best tool steels in the world today. It achieves a hardness of 57-60 HRC. Manufactured by Böhler Edelstahl in Kapfenberg, Austria.

Blade - massive with a modified Leaf Shaped profile, about 6.3 mm  thickness. The blade was covered with a mat, non-reflective coating MIL-C-13924 BURNISHING. Smooth blade (Plain type) was made with high full cut (Flat Grind) with excellent cutting parameters. At the base of the blade was placed one-sided steel hand-guard, protect the hand from slipping during work.

Handle -  3.9 inch, covered with non-slip textured linings with rubber-like properties, made of Forprene thermoplastic elastomer (elastic return, softness, resistance to chemicals), guarantee a secure grip even with wet hands. On the back of the handle was placed a textured thumb ramp. Steel head with enlarged oval gap (lanyard hole) can be used as a hammer or be used to break glasses.

Sheath - made of hardened nylon, in black color, enables safe carrying and quick knife picking. Three options for setting the angle of transport (horizontally, vertically and diagonally at an angle of 45 °). The holster is equipped with a single, automatic, pressure-activated safety device for quick gripping and cutting of the knife. Attaching the case allows it to be quickly clipped / unfastened, fits most straps with a width of 32-46 mm. In order to prevent the sheath from sliding on the belt, the handle has two adjustment screws.

Technical specification:
Product number: 04.1000.0160/BLK
Name: Shrapnel OG Black 

Overall length: 213.0 mm / 8.40”
Length of the blade: 110.0 mm / 4.33” 
Thickness of the blade: 6.3 mm / 0.25"
Thickness of handle: n.d.
Weight: 204.0 g / 7.02 oz

Blade material: Böhler N690
Blade hardness: 58 HRC
Blade grind: Flat
Blade finish: MIL-C-13924 Burnishing

Handle material: Forprene
Handle finish color: Black

Sheath: Nylon

Designer: Extrema Ratio
Brand name: Extrema Ratio
Manufacturer: Extrema Ratio, Italy
Country of origin: Italy

Created by: Sharg® Company