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SHOP CASE KNIVESThe Antonini Old Bear Classical XS Folding Knife is a compact yet capable everyday carry tool, handcrafted in Maniago, Italy, by the renowned Antonini srl. Built for versatility and portability, it’s designed to handle light utility work, quick cutting tasks, and food preparation with ease—all in a size that fits effortlessly into a pocket or small pack. With its warm walnut handle and wave-serrated stainless steel blade, this knife combines traditional styling with reliable, practical performance.
The 60 mm (2.36 in.) blade is made from stainless steel W 1.4060 and finished with a clean satin polish. It’s heat-treated through tempering, cryogenic treatment, and hardening, reaching a Rockwell hardness of 58 HRC ±1 for excellent durability and edge retention. The clip point design offers control for precise cuts, while the wave serration provides aggressive slicing ability for rope, cord, produce, and other fibrous materials. Each blade is artisanally sharpened and deburred by hand, and marked on the front with the “Old Bear” logo via electrolytic process.
The handle is crafted from natural walnut wood, shaped for comfort and grip, then treated with technical vaseline oil to enhance its resilience and protect against moisture. It’s paired with the Old Bear’s signature OT58 brass safety ring, which securely locks the blade in both open and closed positions. This locking ring is treated through pickling, de-leading, and passivation for improved corrosion resistance and smooth operation.
Opening is a traditional two-handed process using the nail nick, maintaining the Old Bear’s classic folding knife style. The adjustable Torx T8 pivot—treated with saline nitrocarburation and post-oxidation—ensures lasting smoothness and strength, and the knife comes with an L-Type Torx T8 key for maintenance.
At just 35 grams (1.23 oz.) unpackaged, the XS model is the most portable size in the Old Bear line, making it perfect for those who want a lightweight knife they can carry daily without bulk. With a closed length of 90 mm (3.54 in.) and an overall open length of 150 mm (5.91 in.), it’s discreet, elegant, and functional. Packaged in an “Old Bear” branded black box, it’s well-suited as a gift, collectible, or everyday companion. Shop this detail handcrafted Italian folding knife at SMKW today!