Finding a gentleman’s wildlife folding knife that balances serene natural artwork with a sleek, low-profile carry can be challenging. Many commemorative knives rely on thick, bulky frames and basic clip points that feel awkward in a pocket and lack refinement in hand. The Elk Ridge ER-A2001SN solves that with an ultra-slim stainless steel chassis showcasing an embossed, panoramic illustration of Japanese red-crowned cranes in flight over rippling water and lotus flora. Paired with a slender trailing point satin blade and fast spring-assisted flipper deployment, it delivers graceful avian craftsmanship and agile everyday utility.
Built around a 3.40-inch 3Cr13MoV stainless steel trailing point blade, this folder provides reliable corrosion resistance, edge retention, and easy field maintenance. The blade features a clean satin finish engineered with an extended curved belly for slicing and an upswept tip for precise piercing tasks. Constructed from solid stainless steel, the handle scales display a 3D embossed relief depicting Japanese red-crowned cranes gliding over lotus waters in slate grey, ivory, and soft gold tones, delivering structural durability alongside an ultra-slim 4.20-ounce total weight.
Engineered for rapid access, the blade opens smoothly via an extended flipper tab powered by an internal spring-assisted mechanism that acts as an integral finger guard when deployed. Extending to an overall length of 7.90 inches, a heavy-duty liner lock engages firmly along the steel inner frame to secure the blade during use. The 4.50-inch closed handle includes a jimped spine ramp, a pommel lanyard hole, and a satin-finished skeletonized stainless steel pocket clip configured for right-hand tip-down carry.
Product Benefits
- Embossed Flying Cranes Relief: Features stainless steel handle scales detailed with an embossed, full-wrap landscape depicting Japanese red-crowned cranes gliding over lotus waters in shades of slate grey, ivory, and soft gold.
- Slender Satin Trailing Point Blade: Equipped with a 3.40-inch 3Cr13MoV stainless steel upswept trailing point blade buffed in a clean satin finish, providing an extended curved slicing belly and needle-sharp piercing tip.
- Ultra-Slim Stainless Steel Chassis: Engineered with an all-metal low-profile build that slips effortlessly into dress pants or pocket seams without creating unwanted bulk.
- Instant Spring-Assisted Opening: Powered by an extended flipper tab backed by an internal spring mechanism for smooth, lightning-fast one-handed blade deployment.
The Elk Ridge ER-A2001SN features a 3.40” 3Cr13MoV stainless steel plain trailing point blade with a Fine Satin finish. It’s a spring-assisted opening folder with an extended flipper tab and Liner Lock. The handle is All-Stainless Steel with a 3D Embossed Flying Cranes Graphic Wrap, jimping spine ramp, pommel lanyard hole, and a satin stainless steel pocket clip (tip-down carry). It’s 4.50” closed, 7.90” overall, and weighs 4.20oz.
SMKW—your trusted source for wildlife collectible folders, gentleman's pocket knives, and spring-assisted outdoor gear. Add Japanese crane artwork and satin stainless steel to your pocket or display case by ordering the Elk Ridge ER-A2001SN from Smoky Mountain Knife Works today.
