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SHOP CASE KNIVESThe Curtiss Custom Knives F3 Compact Framelock Flipper Folding Knife is a high-performance tool built with precision and durability. Featuring a 2.75" CPM Magnacut stainless steel Wharncliffe blade, this knife is designed for optimal slicing with excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance. The two-tone finish on the blade enhances its rugged appeal, adding both style and function to the design.
As a manual folder, the F3 Compact is equipped with a blade flipper that operates on a smooth IKBS ball-bearing pivot, ensuring quick and easy deployment. The framelock mechanism provides solid, reliable lockup when the blade is open, allowing you to work with confidence in demanding environments.
The handle features striking Frag-patterned purple and bronze titanium, offering both a secure grip and a unique aesthetic. The titanium hardware and titanium tip-up pocket clip, with a Curtiss logo cutout, add to the knife's robust build while providing practical features for everyday carry. At just 3.75" closed, it’s compact enough to be easily carried without sacrificing functionality.
Each F3 Compact comes with a certificate of authenticity, a Curtiss Custom Knives sticker, and a black zippered nylon pouch for secure storage and transport. Designed by David Curtiss and proudly crafted in the USA, this knife exemplifies the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.
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.