el cardenal

Introducing El Cardenal, an contemporary take on an old-school friction folder crafted from exquisite materials. This knife has no locking mechanism, making it legal to carry in many countries, including Germany, where it complies with the §42a rule. The pivot tension can be easily adjusted with a Torx screwdriver.

Each knife comes with a handmade, vegetable-tanned leather sheath.

El Cardenal is meticulously crafted, featuring stainless steel liners and beryllium spacers for the pivot—a perfect blend of durability and elegance. Depending on the version you choose the knife features Damasteel, stainless, or carbon steel blade. Robust stainless hardware and premium scale materials are ergonomically designed for both comfort and style.

Each blade has undergone cryogenic hardening to optimise grain structure, resulting in a durable and exceptionally sharp cutting edge.

Specs

Specs:

  • Weight: 115-130 grams

  • Total length (open): 190 mm

  • Closed length:  111 mm

  • Blade length: 75 mm

  • Blade Thickness 3 mm

  • Blade steel: Different options

  • Full flat grind: hand-polished and/or tumbled

  • Hardness: 62 Hrc

  • Handle material: Different options

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