Smith & Sons Apex Darkened D2 Blue & Black G10 Multi Purpose Fixed Blade
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The Apex from Smith & Sons is at the top of the fixed blade food chain. This knives has evolved to be a multi purpose power house functioning in the roles of field craft, hunting, self-defense and EDC cutting tool. The pistol grip handle design is intuitive and secure in the hand and allows for powerful leverage during use. A compact, drop point blade of D2 tool steel offers a plenty of belly and a full flat grind for slicing performance while the harpoon tip enhances durability for piercing tasks. If you need a "go anywhere, do anything" fixed blade the Apex is an excellent choice.
Brand new directly from Smith & Sons, proudly Made in the USA.
The Blade: A robust, full tang D2 Tool Steel construction gives the Apex durability without sacrificing cutting performance, with a tall and utilitarian drop point profile with harpoon swedge. The blade sports a Darkened, acid washed and tumbled finish that hides wear well with a satin finished spine for contrast. The scoop of the spine behind the harpoon tip makes for a great place to naturally index the thumb for added power during strenuous work.
The Handle: The layered Blue & Black G10 scales are contoured and fluted with a significant taper toward the pommel. The negative angle puts the point of the blade inline with the wrist for a more ergonomic design and allows for greater clearance of the fingers enabling the Apex to be used for food prep. The Apex has a comfortable and hand filling handle design that is still compact and easy to carry. The installed paracord lanyard extends the handle and gives a solid anchor for drawing the knife for use. Hollow brass pins secure the scales to the full tang of the blade.
The Sheath: Includes a Horizontal carry Brown Leather belt sheath..
Specifications
Overall Length | 6.94" |
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Blade Length | 3.00" |
Sharpened Length | 2.69" |
Blade Thickness | 0.145" |
Blade Material | D2 |
Blade Type | Carbon |
Handle Thickness | 0.50" |
Handle Material | G10 |
Weight | 4.60 oz. |
Sheath Material | Leather |
Sheath Weight | 2.10 oz. |
Country of Manufacture | United States |