Microtech Hawk Automatic Karambit Stonewashed M390 Smooth Black Aluminum 166-10

The Microtech Hawk Auto revives the iconic 1996 design with 21st Century updates and aesthetics for a sleeker finish and increased functionality. This version features a piercing Karambit-style Hawkbill blade of Stonewashed M390 stainless steel and Smooth Black aircraft grade aluminum handles without black traction inserts.

Brand new, direct from Microtech Knives, USA.

Blade: The Hawk sports a claw-like 3.95-inch blade of stonewashed, Bohler M390 stainless steel with killer good looks. Grind, upper swedge and spine supply the attitude while the flats feature weight-reducing cutouts with a futuristic vibe. The point-tapering grind offers an excellent combination of range and cutting performance while the tip offers powerful piercing capabilities while retaining a high level of toughness. The blade opens lightning quick via the large, high traction button actuator.

Handle: Constructed of durable, smooth hard anodized aluminum handles that are both light weight and tough, matte finished for a discreet look. A finger choil and arched back deliver security in the hand in any position along with a jimped thumb ramp and jimping along both the top and bottom of the tapered pommel end. The same button that deploys the blade also disengages the rock solid plunge lock that delivers security in use. The Hawk is completed with Torx Hardware, pocket clip and hardened steel glass breaker insert.

Carries via a right hand, tip-up stainless steel pocket clip.

Bohler M390: Bohler M390 has become an extremely popular choice for high-end user grade knives thanks to its extreme edge retention. M390 also has a good corrosion resistance, meaning most users can avoid problems by simply wiping off their blade after each use. Another great feature of this steel is its ability to resist burr formation during sharpening. Comparable steels are CTS-204P and Duratech 20CV.