The Samuel Riner Kephart combines American-made custom craftsmanship with dependable materials and a traditional outdoor-inspired design. Featuring a stonewashed 80CrV2 carbon steel blade, white canvas Micarta scales, and a tapered tang, this fixed blade delivers a distinctive blend of practical performance and clean, contrasting finishes. Measuring 8.75 inches overall with a 4.5-inch blade, it's designed for outdoor enthusiasts, hunters, and knife collectors who appreciate quality materials and functional construction. The combination of a subdued blade finish and bright white handle gives the Samuel Riner Kephart a distinctive appearance that stands apart from more traditional earth-toned outdoor knives.
The 4.5-inch blade is crafted from 80CrV2 carbon steel, a popular choice among custom knife makers for its toughness, impact resistance, and ability to take a sharp edge. Known for its dependable performance in working knives, this steel is well suited to a variety of outdoor cutting tasks. Whether you're preparing kindling, cutting cordage, or handling routine chores around camp or the workshop, the blade offers practical versatility. The stonewashed finish gives the steel a subdued, textured appearance that complements the knife's straightforward design while helping disguise minor scratches and signs of use. Like other carbon steel blades, it benefits from regular cleaning and thorough drying to help prevent corrosion.
The white canvas Micarta handle scales provide a crisp visual contrast against the darker blade. Micarta is valued for its durability and stability, making it a practical choice for knife handles intended for regular use. The canvas construction adds subtle texture and character, while the white finish gives the Kephart a clean, modern look. This combination of materials creates a balanced design that pairs traditional outdoor utility with a distinctive custom aesthetic.
A tapered tang adds another thoughtful detail to the knife's construction, narrowing toward the handle's end to reduce unnecessary weight while maintaining a purposeful structural design. Combined with its 8.75-inch overall length and 4.5-inch blade, this configuration contributes to a balanced profile suited to outdoor utility. The fixed-blade construction keeps the design simple and direct, without the moving parts associated with a folding knife.
As an American-made custom knife from Samuel Riner Custom Knives, the Samuel Riner Kephart brings together proven carbon steel, durable Micarta, and practical proportions. It's an appealing choice for users who value dependable materials and distinctive styling, whether it's added to an outdoor kit or a collection of American-made custom knives.
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