ANI 3.2 FRAMELOCK FOLDING KNIVES
This pair of folding knives was meticulously designed around the robust properties of titanium, a beloved material used extensively for high performance aerospace hardware. Like a space shuttle effortlessly withstanding the conditions of atmospheric re-entry, these knives were designed to withstand the test of time and terrain.
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GYUTO:
High Carbon Steel Core, Damascus Clad San-Mai, & Stabilized Blue Maple Burl
52100 High Carbon Steel Core, 1084/15n20 Damascus Clad SanMai (62 HRc), Stabilized Blue Maple Burl, and Carbon Fiber Liners, Copper Dovetailed Bolsters, and Corby Bolt.
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Through the iridescent abalone-like Damascus patterns, a visual interstellar journey is etched on this knife—a testament to its capacity to endure beyond a lifetime of use.
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An otherworldly piece with monotone Damascus patterns reminiscent of atmospheric storms on Jupiter, perfect for a knife that can withstand conditions as unforgiving as space itself.
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Experimental combination of copper and damascus steels in a classic gyuto silhouette.
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A fossilized material so rare and ancient, artfully sculpted into a pocketable and versatile folding knife.
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A very unique collector’s knife set featuring antique war-time plastics.
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A classic shape based on a knife I made for the Fifth King of Bhutan.
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About Balete Blades
I create every blade by hand from my workshop in the Philippines. My story of knifemaking began 10 years ago.
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