Fox Jupiter Black Titanium, Stonewashed PVD M390 by Denis Simonutti knife (FX-555 TIBR)

Jupiter Black Titanium, Stonewashed PVD, designed by renowned Italian knifemaker, Denis Simonutti. This compact EDC folding knife is a true work of art. The ergonomic handle, made of titanium, is not only durable, but also extremely stylish. The blade is Böhler M390 stainless steel, which resists corrosion and maintains sharpness for a long time. With the innovative Fingers Safe Opening System, this unique opening method makes the knife extremely easy to use, even with one hand. However, what really sets this knife apart is its design. The titanium black, decorated with milling, gives it a sophisticated and elegant look. Whether you're an avid knife lover or simply looking for a sturdy EDC tool, this knife is sure to meet your expectations.

Denis Simonutti, born in 1986 in Maniago, is an Italian designer and knifemaker from Friuli. He has been in the knifemaking business since 2010 and is known as the inventor of the Fingers Safe Opening System locking system. His passions are mountaineering and photography, which he combines with his design skills to create knives with unique design and functionality. He works with the Fox brand for which he designed the "The Claw" series of Karambit knives, combining oriental style with practical use.

M390 - martensitic high-performance chrome steel produced by powder metallurgy. Due to the alloy concept, it has extremely high wear resistance and high corrosion resistance. Due to its high wear resistance, it adequately maintains the shape of the edge, so the blade stays sharp for a very long time (requiring minimal maintenance). Another of the advantages is resistance to the formation of "wire" during sharpening. The steel has a high chromium content of 20.0% (Cr) doped with 1.9% carbon (C), vanadium 4.0% (V), and is hardened between 59-61 HRC. This super steel is comparable to Carpenter's CPM 20CV or CTS-204P steels. Manufactured by Böhler Edelstahl in Kapfenberg, Austria.

Fingers Safe Opening System - the blade opens by gently pressing a button and then sliding it into a milled half circle. The blade is closed by sliding the button in the opposite direction. Thanks to the design, our fingers will never get in the way of the blade. The locking mechanism is operated by a slider located within reach of the thumb on the side of the knife's handle.

PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) - the resistance of the surface of the blade and the cutting edge is enhanced by a vacuum deposition method used to deposit thin films by condensing an evaporated form of the desired material onto the surface of the workpiece. The coating method involves a purely physical process such as high-temperature vacuum evaporation followed by condensation. The applied coating has a very high hardness which significantly increases the resistance of the blade to rust and abrasive wear.

Blade - Sheepsfoot type blade, subjected to a bath in fine Stonewashed pebbles and then coated with black PVD coating. The knife is opened with a peg in the Handle sliding in a milled semicircle. The solid thickness of the blade, combined with a high, flat grind (Flat Grind), gives excellent cutting edge geometry and extreme cutting performance. The entire blade is locked with the intuitive Fingers Safe Opening System lock.

Handle - is thick pieces of 6AL4V titanium subjected to a bath in fine Stonewashed pebbles and then coated with black PVD coating, beautifully milled using CNC machine tools. A solid titanium backspacer gives the whole structure the desired rigidity. The simplicity and solidity of the construction give the assurance of many years of use. The single-position clip (right), made of titanium, allows the knife to be carried in tip-up position. Above the clip a lanyard hole, a hole for threading a decorative or security cord.

Additional accessories - Sheath made of high-quality leather for carrying and storing the knife.

Technical data:
Product number: FX-555 TIBR
Product name: Jupiter Black Titanium, Stonewashed PVD

Overall length: 195.0 mm / 7.68"
Blade length: 78.0 mm / 3.07"
Blade thickness: 4.0 mm / 0.16"
Handle length: n.d.
Handle thickness: n.d.
Weight: 150.0 gr / 5.29 oz

Blade material: Böhler M390
Blade hardness: 59-61 HRC
Blade grind: Flat
Blade finish: Stonewashed PVD

Handle material: Titanium 6AL4V
Handle finish color: Black
Backspacer material: Titanium 6AL4V
Backspacer color: Black

Clip: Right, Tip-Up
Clip material: Stainless Steel

Pivot mechanism: phosphor bronze washers
Locking mechanism: Fingers Safe Opening System
Opening method: Manual, thumb stud
Additional accessories: Sheath made of leather

Designer: Denis Simonutti
Brand name: Fox
Manufacturer: Fox Cutlery, Italy
Country of origin: Italy

Developed by: the Sharg® company