Winkler Knives Forest Edge - Black Laminate

The Winkler Forest Edge in black canvas laminate is the tactical configuration of Daniel Winkler's compact belt knife. The all-dark profile of the black laminate handle and black oxide blade makes this the Forest Edge that blends into duty gear and dark clothing. The Forest Edge design draws from Winkler's decades of hand-forging blades and translates that experience into a production knife built for daily carry, camp work, and field use.

The blade is 80CRV2 high carbon steel with a black oxide Caswell finish at 57 HRC. 80CRV2 is the steel Daniel Winkler has built his reputation on. It delivers the toughness and edge retention that hard field use demands, and it responds well to a strop or field sharpener when you need to touch up the edge. The spear point profile provides a versatile cutting geometry for slicing, piercing, and detail work. An engraved thumb grip on the spine replaces traditional jimping for secure blade control. Blade thickness is 3/16 inch on a full tapered tang that keeps the knife balanced despite its 7.75-inch overall length.

The black canvas laminate handle is equivalent to micarta and provides a reliable grip in wet, cold, or dirty conditions. The laminate will not absorb moisture or swell, and it develops a smooth feel with use without losing traction. A choiled blade-to-handle transition seats your index finger naturally for controlled cuts. Lanyard holes in the handle accept paracord for wrist retention or camp rigging. The felt-lined Boltaron and leather sheath allows for a quiet draw and includes a spring steel belt clip with multiple carry positions. Weight is 5.9 ounces.

KnifeArt.com is a premium retailer of American-made knives and has carried Winkler products since the hand-forged custom era through the current production Winkler Knives lineup, including several past exclusive models. Every Forest Edge is hand built in Boone, North Carolina. Free US shipping on orders over $150, a satisfaction guarantee, and your order normally ships the same business day from KnifeArt.com.