A versatile tool that has found application in various areas of life, from everyday tasks and cutting food on a hike to use in specialized professions as tactical equipment – penknife. This is a useful pocket tool for military personnel, first responders, hunters, and tourists. And you can order the corresponding model in the PROF1Group online catalog: the assortment includes products of the brands 5.11 Tactical, ANV Knives, Benchmade, Civivi, Leatherman, Ontario Knife Company, Ruike, Swiza, Tops Knives and many other manufacturers at reasonable prices.
Folding knife: types and features
There are several types of products, each of which is designed for specific tasks. An overview of the basic characteristics will help you choose a suitable folding knife:
- Full size. The large blade and handle allows this series to be used for hunting, fishing, camping and even tactical operations or combat missions. In addition, it is worth buying a strong cover or case for ease of carrying.
- Complex. Easily transformable: the blade goes into a special recess inside the handle. Due to this, it was possible to reduce the size of the structure – and it fits even in a small pocket and is easy to take with you. Optimal for any everyday basic tasks.
In this category, multifunctional solutions are also available, which combine a folding knife and paramedical scissors. This is a product with curved blades that allow you to quickly cut bandages, bandages or clothing, which is often necessary when providing first aid to victims, as well as during rescue operations.
Folding knife: how to choose a brand of steel?
This parameter determines the operational characteristics of the product: strength, wear resistance, reliability and resistance to mechanical damage. The following brands of steel are popular:
- 440C. Good combination of strength and corrosion resistance. Such a blade is easy to sharpen and it keeps sharpening for a long time. An excellent option if you need a universal tool.
- 14C28N. Excellent corrosion resistance: the folding knife based on it is optimal for use in conditions where contact with water is unavoidable.
- D2. One of the strongest and most wear-resistant brands. It has excellent impact strength and good ability to retain sharpness. Often used in tactical series.
- Elmax. High-quality steel, which has excellent characteristics: strong, resistant to corrosion and keeps sharpening for a long time.
- 9Cr18MoV. Chinese technology that has received similar characteristics to the popular 440C brand.
- 8CR13MOV. A favorable ratio of quality and cost. This allows you to buy a folding knife even with a small budget. And most importantly, such a tool is designed for a long period of active operation. Available and improved modification of this brand – 8CR14 with good corrosion resistance.
The choice of steel brand depends on the specifics of the intended use of the product, as well as the limit of funds allocated for the purchase. A detailed description of product parameters will allow you to make the right choice.
Folding knife: buy in the PROF1Group online store
Buyers have various payment methods available, including favorable installments. There are discounts and special offers that will help you save a lot on your purchase. If necessary, experienced consultants will help with the selection of an actual model. Thanks to prompt delivery in Ukraine, the products will arrive at the selected post office within 1-3 days: the folding knives will be well packed, which will help to avoid accidental damage during transportation.