CIVIVI Thug 2 Black G10, Silver Bead Blasted Nitro-V knife by Matt Christensen (C20028C-2)

Thug 2 Black G10, Silver Bead Blasted

Design of a hell of a knife designed by renowned custom knife maker Matt Christensen. Those familiar with the works of Matt, know how difficult it is to get one of his knives. Thug 2 with its aggressive blade tanto is definitely worth buying.

Civivi - sub-brand WE Knife, a company that produces knives of the highest global quality. Production takes place on the same production lines as the EC, so that the highest standard of installation is maintained.

Matthew Christensen - originating from Steger in Illinois uncompromising Knifemaker, whose works are very difficult to obtain! Either you're lucky and managed to buy one, or you'll get a knife exclusively from the secondary market. His handmade custom knives can be recognized by the hard shapes of the blades.

Nitro-V new chromium-based stainless martensitic knife steel introduced by New Jersey Steel Baron (NJSB). The manufacturer used an existing superior knife steel AEB-L and upgraded it with nitrogen and vanadium to improve edge performance and achieve high hardness and extreme corrosion resistance, especially crucial in the marine industry and humid environments. Nitro V can be used in diving knives due to its resistance to staining and corrosion. The recommended working hardness is in the range of 58-62HRC, has very good impact strength compared to other steels. It is harder than stainless powder steels, such as M390, Elmax i S35VN. Therefore Nitro-V will be a good fit for knives that require good durability.

Head - modified tanto. Opening with double-sided pin in the wedge, so it can be used easily by people right and left-handed. The smooth operation of the opening mechanism is responsible for ceramic ball bearings. To facilitate sharpening, the beginning of the cutting edge begins with a small choil. The following was used in this case mixed grind, in the rear part it is a high, concave grinding for cutting and precision work so-called. Hollow Ground Primary Bevel. In the front part we have a high, flat tip reinforcement grinding Flat Ground. To improve piercing capabilities, an unsharpened false blade. The blade was finished using the "Bead Blasted". The whole thing is locked with a proven and popular locking mechanism liner lock.

Handle - beveled plastic facings G10, composite of glass fiber compressed under pressure with synthetic resin in color black, attached to liners stainless steel. Cover surface with tactile texture to improve grip confidence. Simple, sturdy design provides assurance of many years of use. Backspacer is made of the same material as the handle facings. Axis pivot is decorated with a stylized brand logo Civivi. Metal two-position deep left / right ascetic clip deep carry allows you to carry the knife discreetly in your pocket in the tip-up (blade tip up). In the backspacer cavity, lanyard hole, place for the line.

It comes with elegant pouch for carrying/storing the knife.

Technical data:
Product number: C20028C-2
Product name: Thug 2 Black G10, Silver Bead Blasted

Overall length: 164.6 mm / 6.48"
Blade length: 68.4 mm / 2.69"
Handle length: 96.2 mm / 3.79"
Blade thickness: 3.0 mm / 0.12"
Handle thickness: 12.0 mm / 0.47"
Weight: 103.9 g / 3.66 oz

Blade material: Nitro-V
Blade hardness: 58-60 HRC
Blade Grip: Compound With Hollow Ground Primary Bevel & Flat Ground Tip
Blade Finish: Bead Blasted

Handle material: G10
Handle finish color: Black
Backspacer material: G10
Backspacer color: Black

Clip: Left/Right, Tip-Up
Clip material: Stainless steel

Pivot mechanism: Caged Ceramic Ball Bearing
Lock: Liner lock
Opening method: Manual, double thumb stud
Additional accessories: pouch

Designer: Matthew Christensen
Make: Civivi
Manufacturer: WE Knife Co., Ltd
Country of origin: P.R.C.