Benchmade 15017 HUNT is a compact hunting knife for skinning and field work , equipped with a wide blade made of CPM-S30V powder steel , a handle made of stabilized wood and a sheath made of natural leather. Solid construction Benchmade 15017 HUNT is a handy fixed (knife with a fixed blade) with a full tang construction . Knives made of one piece of steel (full tang) are resistant to damage and breakage, which is why they are commonly used for heavier ones by hunters, survival and bushcraft enthusiasts and soldiers. Premium grade steel The knife has a fixed blade 71 mm long , made of American CPM-S30V stainless steel . Powder steel S30V by Crucible Industries is hardened to the optimum hardness of 58-60 HRC , thanks to which it maintains high sharpness for a long time, has adequate mechanical strength, and is also resistant to corrosion. Thanks to the high content of vanadium carbides, the steel is distinguished by high impact strength and abrasion resistance, as well as excellent cutting properties. Therefore, due to high hardening plants and the specificity of CPM-S30V steel, we recommend using diamond sharpening stones for sharpening. When choosing a hard steel knife, you should buy a diamond sharpener, because sharpening with a standard ceramic whetstone can be very laborious and ineffective. The blade has a satin finish (polishing technique) that reduces glare and emphasizes the utility style of the knife. A blade for the hunter The wide, flat-ground blade has a clearly rounded belly , which, combined with the usable drop point profile, ensures excellent cutting parameters and high resistance to damage . On the back and front part of the spine, transverse milling was made, which creates a stable point of support for the fingers . This simple convenience allows for comfortable and accurate operation of the knife , which is crucial for the hunter when gutting the game. The larger size of the blade and the 3 mm thick blade mean that the Benchmade 15017 HUNT can also be used for other outdoor applications, e.g. bushcraft and survival . Classic grip The element that is responsible for the comfort of using the knife is, of course, its handle. The knife has stylish cladding made of stabilized wood attached to the tang with screws . Wood stabilized during processing is impregnated with resin, which provides better material stability, high hardness, resistance to water, changes in humidity and temperature, as well as the action of many solvents and acids. The handle has a beautiful brown and black grain, which perfectly emphasizes the hunting character of the knife. A stable grip of the knife is guaranteed by the profiled shape of the handle and the scaly ribs of the dorsal part of the tang . In the back of the grip there is a hole for a thong or paracord. Leather sheath A sheath made of natural leather, closed with a metal press stud, is used to safely carry the knife at the belt. Basic information Steel hardness [HRC] 58-60 Knife type fixed blade - full tang Steel type stainless - S30V Additional data Cladding material wood Corrosion resistance high Dulling resistance very high Sheath Is Cut type flat Application (destination) hunting Dimensions Total length [mm] 163 Blade length [mm] 71 Blade thickness [mm] 3 weight [g] 80

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