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SHOP CASE KNIVESThe Ocaso Strategy is a no-nonsense EDC built for reliability, control, and everyday muscle. Designed by custom knifemaker Mike Wallace, this linerlock folder strikes the balance between hard-use durability and streamlined comfort. The 3.5" clip point blade is crafted from Bohler K110 steel—equivalent to D2—for impressive edge retention and rugged toughness. A black PVD-coated finish adds corrosion resistance and a low-profile look that’s all business. The blade rides on stainless steel caged bearings, opening fast and clean with a flick of the flipper tab.
The handle is constructed from textured black carbon fiber, offering a secure grip with a lightweight, ergonomic feel. At 4.3" closed and 4 ounces, the Strategy carries with confidence and comfort, ready to ride in your pocket without weighing you down. Ocaso’s signature fold-over deep carry pocket clip is fully ambidextrous, so left- or right-handed users get the same secure tip-up carry and quick access.
From warehouse floors to daily carry routines, the Strategy delivers rock-solid performance wrapped in a sleek, modern profile. Every detail—blade geometry, grip texture, lock feel—has been fine-tuned to work hard and look sharp doing it. For those who demand versatility and strength in one pocketable package, the Strategy earns its name.
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