Karambit - Indonesian self-defence knife

The karambit is a small knife with a curved blade and handle, ending in a circle into which a finger is inserted. It was first used by the Minangkabau people, who lived in West Sumatra, and the shape of the knife is said to have been inspired by the claws of large cats. It was initially used as an agricultural tool, but a modified karambit with a more strongly curved blade began to be used - in the Philippines, among others - also as a weapon. The karambit is considered to be the most effective tool for self-defence.

Video showing the capabilities of the Karambit knife: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vi7TPa1eQ8w

Specification:

  • Snake II-SL knife
  • Single-edged knife sharpened on both sides
  • Overall length in a straight line: ≈ 20.5cm / 8.07"
  • Straight length of blade: ≈ 9.5cm / 3.74"
  • Blade length: ≈ 9.8cm / 3.86"
  • Blade thickness: ≈ 3.5mm
  • Handle length: ≈ 10.7cm / 4.21"
  • Blade material: Steel: 440C (Known for years in Europe and the USA, a popular series of steels used in the mid-price class of knives, a class above the 420 series - high mechanical strength of the cutting edge. For 440C steels, the carbon percentage is in the range of 0.95 - 1.2%. They are usually hardened to a hardness of 57 - 59 HRC. It is worth noting that 440C steel is still readily used by master craftsmen who produce knives by hand, usually to individual order. With advanced heat treatment, this steel achieves performance close to ATS-34 / 154CM, and surpasses it in corrosion resistance.
  • Blade finish: Satin
  • Hardness: ≈ 58 HRC
  • Handle (material): G10 (Laminate made from layers of fibreglass embedded in epoxy resin. Durable, impact resistant, resistant to most chemicals and to low and high temperatures. Not electrically conductive. Thanks to etching, engraving or sandblasting processes, non-slip textures with excellent adhesion can be achieved. Used on the handles of high-end fixed-head knives and as an external facing or frame in folding knives).
  • Weight : ≈ 105g / 3.7oz (knife), 86g / 3.0oz (case)
  • Sheath material : Kydex
  • Cover / case included
  • Top quality !!!