Viper Gianghi Olive Wood, Satin N690 knife by Fabrizio Silvestrellii (V4880UL)

Gianghi Olive Wood, Satin

Versatile and perfectly balanced, extremely durable fixed-head knife designed by Fabrizio Silvestrelli. Gianghi is a transliteration of an ancient Persian word meaning "hunter." which emphasizes that the knife is designed for hunting as well as for all kinds of outdoor activities. Targeted at enthusiasts of bushcraft, survival and hunting.

Design by Fabrizio Silvestrelli the result of cooperation with a respected Italian knifemaker, chairman Corporazione Italiana Coltellinai (CIC), the Italian Knife Guild. His designs are characterized by rounded shapes. Designed by Fabrizio Silvestrelli knife exudes Italian style and solid construction.

N690Co - high-carbon stainless knife steel with added cobalt for structural uniformity. One of the best tool steels in the world today. Coal (C) 1.07% i cobalt (Co) 1.65% make it a very hard steel. It has been hardened in a vacuum atmosphere and then frozen to a hardness of 58-59 HRC. At this level of hardness, it provides good cutting edge retention and excellent wear resistance. so the blades stay sharp longer. Due to the high level of chromium (Cr) 17.3%, blades made of this steel do not rust, even when used in damp, wet or salty environments. Manufactured at the Austrian smelter Böhler-Uddeholm.

Head - wide, solid blade type Drop Point of elegant, satin finish. Despite the thickness, grind full flat provides excellent cutting properties combined with outstanding durability. Low descending garda prevents fingers from slipping on the blade while working. On the back of the blade notching under the finger.

Handle - profiled with undercuts for fingers. Natural wood cladding olive attached directly to the blank. This is the simplest and most secure design that ensures the practical indestructibility of the knife. Olive wood is one of the hardest species, valued for its amazing grain texture. On the back of the handle lanyard hole, hole for belay or decorative rope.

Vagina - extended, protecting the head along with part of the handle. Hand-sewn, made of high quality natural leather in color brown embossed with the manufacturer's logo. The edge of the case was stitched with decorative thread. Fastened with a Prym-type latch. Attaching to a belt or to a mount allows the knife to be carried in an upright position upright or horizontal.

Technical data:
Product number: V4880UL
Product name: Gianghi Olive Wood, Satin

Overall length: 248.0 mm / 9.75"
Blade length: 115.0 mm / 4.50"
Blade thickness: 4.0 mm / 0.16"
Handle length: 133.0 mm / 5.25"
Handle thickness: 17.8 mm / 0.70"
Weight: 240.0 g / 8.46 oz.

Blade material: Böhler N690Co
Blade hardness: 58-62 HRC
Blade grind: Flat
Blade finish: Satin

Handle Material: Olive Wood
Handle finish color: Yellow

Scabbard (holster): Leather
Additional accessories: none

Designer: Fabrizio Silvestrelli
Brand name: Viper
Manufacturer: Tecnocut SNC
Country of origin: Italy