Condor Crotalus knife
Condor Crotalus knife
The blade is made of German 1075 high carbon steel and is heat treated and annealed to a hardness of approximately 56-58 on the Rockwell scale. The edge is hand-finished and polished to razor sharpness. The blade has a black traction powder coating. It is a non-reflective textured powder coating, designed for tactical applications, resistant to rust and abrasion. Micarta handles improve both appearance and functionality while providing indestructible phenolic performance.
Designed by Joe Flowers
Joe Flowers is responsible for many interesting blade designs throughout the Condor range. Joe writes for countless magazines and publications and regularly contributes to the outdoor community, focusing on wood crafts and primitive living. His knowledge of outdoor equipment has led to consultation on equipment design and function for many companies. Joe has a degree in zoology with a specialization in entomology, and has extensively researched all things outdoors. Joe Flowers also teaches outdoor skills and survival classes throughout the United States. Locally, she teaches fitness, martial arts, and in her free time organizes youth camps. Joe is an avid naturalist, hunter, fisherman, herpetologist, videographer, beekeeper, knife thrower, guide and regularly travels around the world in search of knife knowledge and unique animals.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Blade material: high-carbon steel 1075
- Blade finish: Black powder coating
- Handle material: Micarta
- Scabbard: Kydex MOLLE compatible
- Designed by Joe Flowers
- Blade length: 139.7 mm
- Overall length: 273 mm
- Thickness: 5.0 mm
- Weight: 444.5 g
- Manufactured in El Salvador
- Manufacturer number: CTK257-5.5HC