The Civivi Chiro C23046-DS1 Damasteel Carbon Overlay Black G10 is a tough-looking, robust pocket knife. The first thing you'll notice is the damascus-steel blade, the angled design and the recess in the blade. The hollow shape of the blade's spine offers extra grip, making it easy to apply some force during use.
Damascus blade
The blade of this Chiro is made from damascus steel. It's beautiful and incredibly stylish, but also designed for use. Damascus is created by welding different types of steel together and folding them multiple times, all at very high temperatures and with exceptional craftsmanship. This steel combines ancient techniques with modern skill. The manufacturer doesn’t provide much information about the type of steel, so we can't say with certainty how corrosion-resistant this particular steel is. Therefore, it’s advisable to keep the blade clean and regularly apply a few drops of oil. It wouldn't hurt to apply that piece of advice to your other knives too.
Carbon-fibre handle
The handle of this Caetus is made of carbon fibre, and measures 11.5 cm in length. Carbon fibre is an incredibly strong material. For the handles of pocket knives, carbon fibre sheet material is used. The carbon fibres, often first woven, are pressed into a strong resin under high pressure. The result is a super strong, lightweight material. It is no coincidence that this type of carbon fibre is also very popular in the construction of sports cars and racing cars, as well as in the aerospace industry.
Carbon fibre is a fantastic material for a knife handle, as it keeps the handle nicely lightweight without having to compromise on strength. Moreover, carbon fibre looks amazing. The layers in the material give carbon fibre a high-tech look.
About Civivi Knives
Civivi produces amazing knives for amazing prices. It is a sub-brand of WE Knife, so many of the designers and design styles are similar. Where WE Knife opts for the high-end, premium knives, Civivi is an affordable alternative accessible to everyone. With over ten years of experience producing knives for other brands, WE Knife and Civivi really know what they're doing. The quality is therefore fantastic!
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