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SHOP CASE KNIVESThe Curtiss Custom Knives F3 Compact Framelock Folding Knife is a true testament to precision engineering and quality materials. Featuring a 2.75" CPM Magnacut Wharncliffe blade, this knife offers exceptional edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance. The blade’s two-tone finish—partially stonewashed, partially polished—adds a refined yet rugged touch, making it an eye-catching tool that performs as good as it looks.
This manual folder opens smoothly with a blade flipper, thanks to the IKBS ball-bearing pivot system. The framelock design ensures secure blade lockup, so you can count on the F3 Compact when you need it most. The smooth bronze titanium handles are as durable as they are visually striking, offering both a solid, ergonomic grip and a unique aesthetic that stands out in any collection. Paired with the titanium hardware and a titanium tip-up pocket clip featuring the Curtiss logo cutout, this knife is built to last and designed for ease of carry.
At 3.75" closed, the F3 Compact is compact enough for everyday carry, making it an ideal choice for those who need a dependable blade without the bulk. Each knife comes with a certificate of authenticity, a Curtiss Custom Knives sticker, and a black zippered nylon pouch, further adding to its premium status.
Designed by David Curtiss and proudly crafted in the USA, the F3 Compact reflects the high standards of craftsmanship and innovation that Curtiss Custom Knives is known for.
CPM Magnacut Stainless Tool Steel is one of the newest and most innovative steel types in the world, combining unsurpassed toughness and undefeatable resistance. Magnacut steel was formulated to eliminate chromium carbide in the heating process, making it especially resilient against chipping and breaking.