The Chaves Blue Label Redencion 229 carries Ramon Chavez’s unmistakable overbuilt design into a full-sized folder built for serious everyday use. Inspired by the popular full titanium Redencion, this version keeps the bold profile, excellent ergonomics, and rugged construction that have made the design so respected among knife enthusiasts and hard-use EDC fans.
The blade is a versatile drop point crafted from premium ELMAX steel and finished in a clean satin grind that highlights the precision of its machining. The drop point profile offers outstanding utility with a strong, controllable tip and a long cutting edge that performs beautifully in slicing tasks. ELMAX steel is known for its excellent edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance, making it a dependable performer for demanding daily work. A thumb stud opener combined with a ball bearing pivot ensures fast, smooth one-handed deployment with an action that’s crisp and satisfying every time.
The handles feature OD green G-10 scales over sturdy steel liners, giving the knife a lightweight but extremely tough frame. The textured G-10 provides a secure grip in a variety of conditions, while the earthy OD green color gives the knife a rugged field-ready appearance. The liner lock delivers reliable lockup, keeping the blade solidly in place during use and reinforcing the knife’s dependable feel in hand.
For carry, the knife includes a tip-up pocket clip set up for right-side carry and comes with both a traditional clip and the signature Chaves skull clip so you can customize the look. For users who prefer left-side carry, the liner comes pre-drilled and the reverse scale includes subtle guide divots that allow for easy clip relocation while maintaining the knife’s clean design.
The Chaves Blue Label series brings Ramon Chavez’s iconic overbuilt knives to a broader audience while maintaining premium blade steel, durable materials, and the hard-use performance the design is known for.
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