Knife made of exotic Padouk wood

Elegant Everyday Carry Folding Knife with Exotic Padouk Wood Scales

History and Everyday Use

Although the first folding knives were known to the ancient Romans, the linerlock mechanism featured on this knife was not patented until the 1980s by Michael Walker. This invention revolutionized pocket knife safety. This specific Drop Point model is designed as an EDC (Everyday Carry) knife. It is perfectly suited for opening parcels, cutting ropes, preparing snacks on a hike, or performing light camp chores. The knife is opened using a classic nail nick, giving it a traditional, almost gentlemanly character. Thanks to the integrated steel clip, it can be carried comfortably and discreetly on the hem of your pocket or on a belt.

Technical Specifications

Materials and Proper Care

Padouk wood, sourced primarily from Pterocarpus trees in Central and West Africa, has been historically prized for its extreme hardness and beautiful, deep red to reddish-brown colour, which develops a noble dark patina over time. 440 steel is a popular choice among knifemakers due to its excellent corrosion resistance and ability to hold a sharp edge.

How to Care for Your Knife

• Blade and Mechanics: Despite the blade being made of stainless steel, it is necessary to rinse and thoroughly dry the knife after contact with aggressive substances (fruit acids, salt water). We recommend occasionally applying a drop of suitable gun oil to the locking mechanism and blade pivot for a smooth action.
• Handle: The Padouk wood scales will retain their beauty and resistance to cracking if you treat them a few times a year with natural linseed oil or beeswax.

Safety Warnings

This pocket knife is a fully functional, sharply honed tool, not a toy or a prop for contact fencing. Exercise extreme caution during handling. Before every cut, ensure visually and tactilely that the blade is firmly secured by the linerlock. When closing the knife, always remove your fingers from the blade's path before releasing the linerlock spring. This tool must be kept out of the reach of small children. Never use the knife as a pry bar or screwdriver, as this could lead to the tip breaking off or irreversible damage to the locking mechanism.

Recommended Accessories

To maintain the perfect sharpness of your blade, we recommend purchasing a pocket diamond sharpener, and for elegant storage in your backpack, a high-quality leather belt pouch from our range, which perfectly complements the rustic look of the wooden handle.