Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820GSD Damascus Blade Titanium Damascus Handle Folding Knives
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Artisan Cutlery Proponent ATZ-1820GSD Damascus Blade Titanium Damascus Handle Folding Knives

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Quick Verdict

The Artisan Cutlery Proponent is an uncompromising, overbuilt EDC folder designed by Dirk Pinkerton. This substantial folding knife features a chunky Wharncliffe blade in Damascus steel with smooth ceramic ball bearing action and a large flipper tab. The beefy titanium Damascus frame lock handle provides excellent rigidity, though the substantial construction makes it heavier than typical EDC folders.

What We Like

  • Premium Damascus steel blade with excellent edge retention (HRC59-61)
  • Smooth ceramic ball bearing pivot for effortless deployment
  • Substantial titanium Damascus frame lock handle for maximum rigidity
  • Hardened steel lock pin for added security
  • Collaboration with renowned designer Dirk Pinkerton

Considerations

  • Heavy for EDC at 170g
  • Chunky profile may not suit all carry preferences
  • Premium pricing

Overview

Design By Dirk Pinkerton Description The Proponent can be summarized in one word, uncompromising. This substantial knife is the product of a collaboration between Artisan Cutlery and long-time designer Dirk Pinkerton. The Proponent carries on Dirk’s fondness for chunky Wharncliffe style blades but takes it a few steps further with smooth ceramic bearings, a large flipper tab, and a beefy frame. To add an extra layer of assurance we have included a hardened steel pin that can be screwed into the handle frame to lock the knife in the opened or closed position. This is by far the most overbuilt knife in the Artisan line and we could not be happier with the results.   Specifications Blade Length 3"(76.17mm) Blade Thickness 0.12"(3.2mm) Blade Finish Acid Etch Blade Grind Flat Blade Material Damascus Blade Hardness HRC59-61 Blade Style Wharncliffe Overall Length 7"(178.17mm) Closed Length 4"(102mm) Handle Material Titanium Damascus Clip Material Titanium Damascus Pivot Assembly Ceramic Ball Bearing Weight 6oz/170g Lock Type Frame Lock

Technical Specifications

8 specs
Category Knives
Weight 170g (6.0 oz)
Material Titanium
Blade Steel Damascus
Blade Length 3mm
Blade Shape Wharncliffe
Lock Type Frame Lock
Opening Type Flipper

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