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-A2001SWG 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 blade finished in brilliant gold titanium nitride 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 lustrous gold titanium nitride (TiNite) 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 gold TiNite 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 Gold TiNite Trailing Point Blade: Equipped with a 3.40-inch 3Cr13MoV stainless steel upswept trailing point blade coated in a lustrous gold titanium nitride 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-A2001SWG features a 3.40” 3Cr13MoV stainless steel plain trailing point blade with a Gold TiNite 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, jimped spine ramp, pommel lanyard hole, and a gold TiNite 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 gold titanium steel to your pocket or display case by ordering the Elk Ridge ER-A2001SWG from Smoky Mountain Knife Works today.
