Sliwkosky Knives Kephart | Elmax | Convex Grind | Green Canvas Micarta

Sliwkosky Knives Kephart | Elmax | Convex Grind | Green Canvas Micarta is a knife that draws on the philosophy of camping, Horace Sowers Kephart, an American popularizer of spending time in nature, who lived at the beginning of the 20th century. Kephart is a knife with a fairly simple structure and a nicely profiled blade. Particularly noteworthy in its construction is the type of grind made on the blade, the so-called: “convex grind”. It is a cut that facilitates splitting or baring the wood. In combination with the Sleipner steel used in the knife, known for its resistance to chipping and resistance to overload, a durable and universal tool for the forest has been created.

Sliwkosky Knives Kephart | Elmax | Convex Grind | Green Canvas Micarta is a knife designed for use in the bosom of nature.

Sliwkosky Knives Kephart | Elmax | Convex Grind | Green Canvas Micarta features a clear, glass-blasted Elmax steel blade, Green Canvas Micarta grips, orange G10 liners and a green Kydex sheath.

About Sliwkosky Knives

Sliwkosky Knives makes knives of various styles. Regardless of their use, be it outdoor or kitchen, it produces knives according to its individual concept, design and material consistent with the intended purpose of each of them. In this way, products of very high quality and accuracy of workmanship are created. All work is done manually using machines adapted to his needs. Production stages, such as cutting the knife shape, hardening, grinding, sharpening, processing the material on the handle and holster, take place in his workshop. The final product is refined with its shape and color and is a solid tool for the future user.

Premium Elmax steel as the core of the knife construction

The knife is made of the high quality Elmax steel (chrome-vanadium-molybdenum powder steel). Elmax is one of the few steels available on the market in the absolute top quality of materials used in the production of premium knives. The Elmax blade is extremely resistant to overload, stays sharp for a long time (wears very slowly) and has excellent anti-corrosion properties.

Universal blade for any task

The blade is made in the style of drop point, with a convex grind (subtly derived grind), ensures smooth cutting and performing various tasks (planing, baring, grubbing, cutting trees, pruning branches, etc.). We have a 138 mm blade at our disposal, the spine of which is deliberately sharpened, allowing for efficient work with the flint.

Robust and ergonomic Micarta handle

Grips are made of micarta, material resistant to moisture, temperature changes, most solvents and acids, with high resistance to mechanical damage. Micarta, known for its excellent properties, also visual (it can be styled like a natural material), has a non-slip, rough structure. Under the micarta covers there are spacers made of G10 composite. The knife is equipped with a handguard that prevents the hand from slipping on the blade.

Kydex sheath

The knife has a holster made of hand-formed Kydex material characterized by high impact and scratch resistance, characterized by low moisture absorption, resistant to various weather conditions and many chemicals. In the presented model, the holster is made of green material.

We attach the holster to the belt with a webbing eyelet made of durable nylon. To backpacks, harness elements, we attach it with a string or paracord threaded through the holes in the holster, which can also be used to attach additional accessories (e.g. tinder, etc.).

Specification

• Blade: fixed blade (full tang); drop point blade style with convex grind; plain cutting edge
• Steel: Elmax (59-60 HRC); glassblasted finish
• Handle: Green Canvas Micarta + orange G10 liners
• Sheath: green Kydex
• Contents: knife,  Kydex sheath, certificate, packaging box
• Dimensions: total length: 260 mm | 10.24″; blade length: 138 mm | 5.43″, blade thickness: 4,1 mm | 0.16″; handle length: 122 mm | 4.80″
• Weight: 249 g | 8.78 oz without sheath, 359 g | 12.66 oz with sheath
• Producer: Sliwkosky Knives, Poland

Warranty

Knives are covered by a lifetime warranty. This warranty provides protection against defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty applies to both the knife and its sheath. If the product covered by this warranty fails due to a manufacturing defect the producer will repair it without charge, or replace it, at our discretion. Only original, unaltered and unmodified items are covered by this warranty.

The warranty does not cover damage caused by accident, improper care, negligence, normal wear and tear, or the natural breakdown of colors and materials over an extended period of time and use. Damage not covered under the warranty may be repaired for a reasonable rate. In such cases, a fee will be also charged for shipping.

If you have any questions please contact us.

Maintenance

1. Remember! Every of our knives are extremely sharp, so be careful when handling them!
2. Do not use your knife for something besides it’s intended purpose! Do not use the knife as a can opener, screwdriver, chisel, hammer, crowbar etc.
3. After using your knife with sea water, blood, fruits or other corrosive mediums, always rinse the knife with fresh water and dry it off.
4. Do not wash the knife with harder chemicals or in the dishwasher. This may damage or destroy the knife.
5. Before storing your knife, apply thin film of high-quality gun oil or special knife oil or wax to knives. We recommend that you always keep your knife and sheath clean and dry when not in use.
6. Always keep your knife sharp, so it can always take care of you.