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Nightshade® TH - Shilin Cutter - Liner Lock Knife (3.26" Nitro-V Blade & Micarta Handle) - NSTH32NWMK
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Quick Verdict
The Nightshade TH Shilin Cutter is an impressive EDC folder with a quality Nitro-V blade at an attractive price point. The flat ground leaf-shaped blade excels at slicing tasks, while the Micarta handle provides a secure, comfortable grip. The caged ceramic ball bearing action is smooth and satisfying.
What We Like
- Quality Nitro-V steel blade at competitive price
- Smooth drop-shut action with caged ceramic bearings
- Comfortable Micarta handle with ergonomic finger groove
- Lightweight at 91.6g for everyday carry
- Thoughtful design with jimping and crowned spine
Considerations
- Non-reversible pocket clip limits left-handed carry
- Limited colorway options for the handle
- No additional opening mechanisms beyond thumb hole
Overview
THE BLADE
The Nightshade is inspired by the Shilin cutter. Full flat ground leaf shape blade, with a pointy negative angled tip, more than hundreds of knife lovers has proved it to be perfect for slicing, push & draw cut.
THE HANDLE
The handle comes in a bunch of colorways.We've tweaked the finger groove for comfort in hand. Skeletonized steel liners are tucked inside to improve the strength of the handle without adding too much weight.
THE ACTION
Cage ceramic ball bearings for drop-shut smoothness.Fine-tuned detent for snappy action.Non-Slippery milling on the lock release bar. Extra room for the lock release area. Big love for big hands.
THE DETAILS
Crowned spine. Eye-pleasing classy design.Non-rotating pivot screw set. Maintenance made easy.Purposefully placed jimpings on the flipper and the spine, all for confident and secured control over the knife.
Specifications
Model Number: NSTH32NWMK
Overall Length: 7.48" | 190.00 mm
Blade Length: 3.26" | 82.70 mm
Blade Width: 1.21" | 30.70 mm
Blade Thickness: 0.118" | 3.00 mm
Blade Material: Nitro-V
Grind: Flat
Blade Style: Shilin Cutter
Finish: Stonewash
Hardness: HRC 60±2
Handle Length: 4.22" | 107.30 mm
Handle Width: 0.89" | 22.60 mm
Handle Thickness: 0.53" | 13.58 mm
Handle Material: Micarta
Color: Black
Weight: 3.23 oz | 91.60 g
Opener: Thumb Hole
Lock Type: Liner Lock
Pivot Assembly: Caged Ceramic Ball Bearing
Pocket Clip: Non-reversible | Stainless Steel
Carry Position: Tip-up
Knife Type: Manual Folding
Frame/Liner: Stainless Steel
Pivot Collar Material: Copper
Designer: Yue
Technical Specifications
9 specs Brand Vosteed
Category Knives
Weight 91.6g (3.2 oz)
Material Micarta
Blade Steel Nitro-V
Blade Length 3.26mm
Blade Shape Sheepsfoot
Lock Type Liner Lock
Opening Type Thumb Hole