Spyderco Delica 4 FRN ZOME GREEN PLAIN folding knife (C11ZFPGR)

Delica 4 FRN Zome Green, the fourth generation of the legendary knife Delica with hand-dyed multicolored handle - Zome Green. With the improvement of manufacturing processes and availability of materials, Spyderco knives, are subject to the principle of C.Q.I. (Constant Quality Improvement) i.e. continuous quality improvement. Reinforced fully demountable skeleton design makes it easy to clean and adjust the folder. Attached in 4-way clip positions. With improved ergonomics and design, the knife has gained in rigidity, functionality and aesthetics.

In 1990, Spyderco launched two models of knives Delica and Endura, thus creating demand for lightweight, one-handed opening folders at an affordable price. These products have become bestsellers. Thanks to their small size and low weight, they are an excellent choice as everyday knives EDC.

Zome zoh-May> a classic Japanese method of hand-dyeing fabrics, closely related to many aspects of the country's culture and history. Family of knives Zome spyderco company includes unique, hand-dyed handles from FRN. The facings are first molded in a light base color and then individually hand-colored by experienced Japanese artisans. In this painstaking method, different colors of dye are hand-brushed to create a distinctive, one-of-a-kind pattern of green hues that permeates the FRN material.

Head - with profile Clip Point, thickness 2.5 mm, made of Japanese stainless steel VG-10 (easy to sharpen, holds sharpness well). Blade hardened between 59-61 HRC. Plain blade Plain was derived by grinding full flat (Full Flat Grind) for excellent geometry and durability. On the back of the head notched ramp (jimping / crosshatching) positions the thumb, gives solid support and makes it easier to operate the folder. Round 13 mm cutout SpyderHole (Spyderco patent) allows you to open the knife with one hand using your thumb. Blade lock type Back-Lock with additional cutout Boye Detent, preventing accidental release of the lock when the knife is firmly gripped.

Handle - hand-dyed multicolored facings Zome Green. Bi-Directional Texturing anti-slip facings (Bi-Directional Texturing) and notched notches on the back of the handle (Spine Jimping) strengthen the grip. Covers are made of plastic FRN (Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon), glass fiber reinforced nylon. Metal hourglass clip with four-way clip positions (up/down, right/left) 4-way clip positions. In the back of the handle, a hole (lanyard hole) on the line.

Skeleton - two steel plates with holes cut out to which the cladding is attached. This ensures high durability and stiffness with the light weight of the knife. Reinforced fully demountable bolted construction torx. Phosphor bronze washers make it easier to open and close the pocket knife.

Technical data:
Product number: C11ZFPGR
Name: Delica 4 FRN Zome Green

Type of steel: VG-10
Blade length: 74.0 mm / 2.9"
Blade thickness: 2.5 mm / 0.098"
Overall length: 182.0 mm / 7.15"
Compound length: 108.0 mm / 4.25"
Weight: 68.0 g / 2.4 oz

Type of cutting edge: Plain (smooth)
Grind type: Full Flat Grind
Lock type: Back-Lock
Handle type: FRN, Bi-Directional Texturing
Clip: 4-position ambidextrous, Tip-Up/Down

Country of origin: Japan
Manufacturer: Spyderco, U.S.A.