FOX Core Tanto Black FRN, Black Top Shield N690Co Folding Knife by Jesper Voxnæs (FX-612 BB)

Core Tanto Black FRN, Black Top Shield

One of the best knives for everyday use with two ways to open the blade, using a flipper or oval hole, now with a modified head tanto. A folder you can always rely on thanks to its sturdy, durable blade equipped with a strong tip for penetration and a sharp main grind. Design by respected Danish knifemaker Jesper Voxnaes owner VoxDesign. The perfect folder E.D.C.

N690Co - rich in cobalt 1.65% (Co) corrosion-resistant, high-carbon 1.07% (C), martensitic chromium steel 17.30% (Cr) with the addition of molybdenum 1.10% (Mo), vanadium 0.10% (V). Developed to provide better wear resistance compared to original steel Böhler N690, but with a higher cobalt (Co) content in its composition. Features exceptionally high corrosion resistance and long edge retention. One of the best tool steels in the world today. Hardened to between 58-61 HRC. Manufactured by Böhler Edelstahl in Kapfenberg, Austria.

Head - wide, type Tanto finished with scratch-masking Stone Washed and coated with Top Shield®. It uses a mixed grind, with a high concave grind in the back for cutting and precision work known as the "Hollow Ground Primary Bevel" Hollow Ground Primary Bevel. On the front end, we have a high, flat ground to reinforce the tip Flat Ground. To improve piercing capabilities, an unsharpened false blade was brought out in the upper part. Ball bearings support the opening of the blade with a quick flippera (index-finger flipper) when opened acting as a intestine. We can also open the knife using the oval hole in the blade (thumb hole). The whole thing is locked with the proven and popular locking device liner lock.

Handle - linings of FRN (Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon), lightweight plastic, insensitive to weather conditions, resistant to chemicals and mechanical damage. Chamfered cover edges eliminate sharp edges and textured surfaces improve grip security. The massive backspacer to which the cladding is attached guarantees the rigidity and strength of the entire structure. A two-position (right/left) lightweight wire clip allows the knife to be carried in the tip-up position tip-up, with the tip of the blade upwards. Above the clip, a hole for threading a safety or decorative cord.

Technical data:
Product number: FX-612 BB
Product name: Core Tanto Black FRN, Black Top Shield

Overall length: 190.0 mm / 7.48"
Blade length: 97.0 mm / 3.82"
Blade thickness: 4.0 mm / 0.16"
Handle length: b.d.
Handle thickness: b.d.
Weight: 135.0 g / 4.76 oz

Blade material: N690Co
Blade hardness: b.d.
Blade grind: Mixed
Blade Finish: Black Top Shield

Handle material: FRN
Handle finish color: Black
Backspacer material: Aluminum
Backspacer color: Black

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

Pivot mechanism: Ball Bearing (ball bearings)
Lock: Liner Lock
Opening method: Manual, flipper, thumb hole
Additional accessories: none

Designer: Jesper Voxnæs
Brand name: Fox
Manufacturer: Fox Cutlery, Italy
Country of origin: Italy