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The manufacturer's Minimum Advertised Price is $245.00 but I'm willing to consider reasonable offers. Last two there is no lanyard and rayskin scales are unfinished, which I prefer - I like the texture and very grippy.
Citadel's Chantha knife is designed with everyday tasks in mind, the blade is wide with a swedge* making for a nice slicing point. The thumb ramp with rounded jimping comes in handy to enhance grip and control. The handle is just the right size to fill the hand and is quite comfortable in long whittling sessions.
The blade is hand crafted from Bohler N690Co stainless steel with Z40C13 stainless liner lock frame. This knife comes with lightly polished black rayskin scales. A stout lanyard ring is cut into the back spacer, keeping the lanyard out of the way until needed. The back spacer and spine are hand carved. With a little practice the knife can be opened one handed.
A padded nylon canvas pouch with embroidered Citadel logo is included.
Specifications:
Overall: 7"
Blade Length: 2.75" (~ 7 cm)
Handle Length: 4"
Weight: 3.5 oz (~ 99 grams)
Blade Steel: N690Co* (Cobalt Vanadium Stainless Steel ~ 59 HRC)
Handle Material: Rayskin
Citadel's High End Knives are hand-made by master artisans in Cambodia. They combine modern materials with old school hand craftsmanship and traditional techniques to make a superior blade.
These knives are top of the line hand forged, hand crafted by artisans. Citadel is most well known for Japanese swords that retail for well over $2,000.00 and demand always exceeds the supply.
Reviews & Testimonials:
Citadel knows what it’s doing when it comes to building knives. The fit and finish on these folders is impeccable. ~ Tim Stetzer
The workmanship is just phenomenal. - Kutters Knives
Still looks brand new and I've put it through hell. It's also a show piece with family and friends. Thank you for making such a supreme product. I enjoy this knife every day! - DaxComments:
Comments: Originally I only ordered two of these, but liked them so much I immediately ordered the rest in stock. Limited to 50 pieces worldwide, there won't be any more once these sell out. They're beautifully crafted in every detail if you study close-up photos. Recommended. If you're an aficionado and have it in the budget, I don't think you'll be disappointed. A version with rosewood scales is also available and a good deal less expensive, item # 224076755410. And one with bone scales coming soon.
I'm a collector and a weekend warrior, active in the community - I sell locally so I get a lot of feedback from buyers. See my Seller ratings and buy with confidence. Plus I ship fast!
* N690Co Steel is a high-end stainless developed by Bohler and designed for hard use in aggressively corrosive environments. Known for it’s very high hardness (upper 50s HRC) and excellent wear resistance.
* A swedge is a tapered or beveled false edge (Usually not fully sharpened) along the spine of the knife, It reduces the point thickness for improved piercing ability.