Extrema Ratio Selvans Expeditions Desert Forprene, Dark Stone N690 by Daniele Dal Canto (04.1000.0129/EXP)

Selvans Expeditions  Desert Forprene, Dark Stone the demand from professionals prompted Extrema Ratio to design a versatile survival tool that works in all conditions. Selvans Expeditions is a field knife, strong and heavy despite its compact size. Collaboration with Daniele Dal Canto, a professional survival techniques instructor with a Master Advancet title at F.I.S.S.S. (Italian Federation of Sports and Experimental Survival) resulted in a perfectly designed and made outdoor knife.

An extremely durable, versatile knife with a blade that can withstand 150-pound bending loads without fear of breaking. The easy-to-sharpen tanto shape maintains a high sharpness of the cutting edge and penetration ability, regardless of the intensity of wear. Thanks to its weight and balance on the blade, the Selvans Expeditions Dark Stone is an excellent knife for battlefield use and is suitable for heavy field work. Solid handle, easy to replace in case of damage.

Expedition Series is the new range of tools dedicated to professional explorers. The Expedition Series knives offer the same reliability and high quality as any other Extrema Ratio tactical tool provided to the military special forces and law enforcement.

N690 - corrosion-resistant, high-carbon 1.07% (C), martensitic chromium steel 17.30% (Cr) with the addition of 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. Achieves a hardness of 58 HRC. Manufactured by Böhler Edelstahl in Kapfenberg, Austria.

Blade - a modified Tanto, with a thickness of 6.3 mm. The blade was derived smooth plain blade grind (Flat grind). For additional protection against corrosion, the steel is covered with a chemically polished, non-reflective MIL-C-13924 BURNISHING coating and a stone washed surface treatment - Dark Stone finish.

Handle - a longer enable enhanced chopping and cutting action. Anti-slip linings with rubber-like properties, made of Forprene thermoplastic elastomer (flexible return, softness, resistance to chemicals), guarantee a secure grip even with wet hands.

Sheath - thigh sheath made of abrasion-resistant, waterproof cordura in sand color with the possibility of attachment under the straps of the M.O.L.L.E. (Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment) system. The holster allows the knife to be carried on a belt or on a vest compatible with the MOLLE system. The lower part of the sheath with Velcro fastening, allowing attachment to the thigh. On the side of the sheath a flint attachment (included), in the pouch paracord and flammable material for lighting a fire with a flint.

Technical data:
Product number: 04.1000.0129/EXP
Name: Selvans Expeditions Dark Stone

Overall length: 312.0 mm / 12.3"
Blade length: 160.0 mm / 6.3"
Handle length: 152.0 mm / 5.98"
Blade thickness: 6.3 mm / 0.25"
Thickness of handle: n.d.
Weight: 430.0 g / 15.2 oz

Blade material: Böhler N690
Blade hardness: 58 HRC
Blade grind: Flat
Blade finish: Dark Stone

Handle material: Forprene
Handle finish color: Desert

Sheath (holster): Cordura
Additional accessories: Firesteel, paracord, fire starter

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

Developed by: Sharg® company