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Kosie Steenkamp
I was very fortunate to begin working with several South African Knife Makers many years ago, I am continually impressed with the Quality of their knives and the value they offer. In my journey as a knife dealer several SA Makers have introduced me to other SA Makers and the list of quality knives that I sell from that country continues to grow.
The newest addition to my website is South African Knife Makers Guild member Kosie Steenkamp.
Kosie is one of the most personable SA Makers I have met, he is a stickler for detail and strives for perfection. He has a passion for the craft that he exhibits in every knife he makes.
Fort Henry Custom Knives is proud to be a Dealer for Kosie Steenkamp
Direct from the Maker from the Blade Show 2013
This is Kosie’s simplest knife but like all the blades he creates he has given this one attention to detail ~ this is a great value for a custom Friction Folder
A Friction Folder is the oldest of folding knife designs, ancient Friction Folders have recently been discovered in Rome where they were a standard item for men of wealth and privilege! |
The blade of this friction folder was hand ground from Bohler Uddeholm N690 Stainless steel. It has a very high Hollow Grind, a Distal Taper and enough belly for any small skinning chore.
N690 steel is quickly gaining popularity with American knife Makers, it is a very clean Austrian steel with a nice amount of Chromium to make it nearly maintenance free.
Kosie added a Stainless Liner to his newer design of Friction Folder, this gives each Screw more purchase and creates a stout feeling non-Locking Folder that will handle most any chore.
Kosie has the action just right on this knife, the pivot can be loosened or tightened but this one is perfect the way it is. The Tang used to open the blade sits one half recessed into the handle when open and creates a gentle Thumb Ramp with Custom Ridges.
The shape and size of the handle allows for a full secure grip. The Low Rider Pocked clip allows for discreet carry.
Kosie also included an imitation Leather Pouch Sheath.
A quality package direct from the Maker.
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