Frank Beltrame Bayonet Honey Horn 23cm switchblade (FB 23/48B)
- Bayonet Honey Horn 23cm. Hand-folded iconic Italian spring knife with natural horn sheath. Folder when opening the blade within hundredths of a second emits a characteristic click that distinguishes it from other automatic knives.
Switch Italian Bayonet Honey Horn 23cm, traditional Italian spring knife with handle, made of natural horn. The opening of the blade must take place within a few hundredths of a second (a feature of Stiletto knives). Completely handmade according to the principles of Italian craftsmanship, the knives from the legendary Frank Beltrame manufactory have become world famous for their extreme lightness and strength. Thanks to its characteristics, the Italian dagger is suitable for use in any environment. Robust, durable construction and a strong opening blade spring are the hallmarks of Frank Beltrame's classic spring knives.
Steel
AISI 420 MA5M (American Iron and Steel Institute) - martensitic stainless steel rich in carbon 0.15% and containing min. 12% chromium. In the annealed condition it has good formability and excellent corrosion resistance. AISI 420 grade has the highest chromium content of all stainless steels 12-14% and hardness in the range of 52-56 HRC.
Blade
Extremely sharp, precision crafted blade with Spear Point/Bayonet profile, 3.5mm thick with short false point for increased piercing ability. Made of AISI 420 MA5M stainless steel, easy to sharpen with high corrosion resistance. Hardened steel 56 HRC. Plain blade with Flat grind for excellent cutting and penetration properties.
Handle
Covered with natural horn cladding for a traditional, exclusive look. The grip covers finished with bolsters made of polished nickel, provide a comfortable, secure grip. Safety of use is increased by ergonomic shape of the handle preventing slipping of the hand during work. Rivets made of brass.
Spring
Special attention is paid to the design of the spring (stainless steel): the opening of the blade must take place within a few hundredths of a second (a feature of Stiletto knives). The Beltrame folder, when opening the blade, emits a characteristic sound (click) that distinguishes it from other spring-loaded knives.
Locking device
Protects against accidental folding or opening of the blade. The automatic knife is opened with a solid button located on the handle.
Technical data:
Product number: FB 23/48B
Name: Switch Italian Bayonet Honey Horn 23cm
Type of steel: AISI 420 MA5M
Rockwell hardness of the blade: 56 HRC
Blade length: 98 mm / 3.86"
Blade thickness: 3.5 mm / 0.14"
Total length: 230 mm / 9.06"
Weight: 108 g / 3.81 oz
Blade: Plain
Blade type: Spear Point/Bayonet
Knife lock: Yes
Handle type: Natural Horn
Designer: Frank Beltrame
Manufacturer: F.LLI Beltrame, Italy
Developed by: Sharg®, the direct importer