Fox Vulpis Brass, Black Top Shield M390 Pocket Knife (FX-VP130 OTB)

Are you tired of Swiss design? Do you desire something new, fresh, yet elegant? If so, then the Vulpis Brass, Black Top Shield, winner of the 2023 European Product Design Award is just for you! This knife, part of the new Fox Knives Vulpis series, is a true masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship. Fox Vulpis is not just a knife, it is a multifunctional tool that is sure to satisfy your needs. Made of good steel, it is small, versatile and extremely durable. But that's not all! Fox Vulpis is available in several variants, depending on the choice of tools, materials used and colors of the grips. Its blade is made of Böhler M390 stainless steel, which is extremely hard and corrosion-resistant. As a result, the Fox Vulpis is not only elegant, but also extremely practical. Are you ready for a change? Are you ready for Fox Vulpis Brass, Black Top Shield. If so, don't delay! Try the Italian elegance and experience the difference. Fox Vulpis is waiting for you!

Number of blades (1), number of tools / functions (1).

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.

Blade - with Sheepsfoot profile, 2.0 mm thick, made of M390 stainless steel, hardened between 59-61 HRC. It has been coated with a black Black Top Shield® coating. It should be mentioned here that the use of branded steel so highly hardened is something unusual, as even reputable companies usually use the simplest stainless steels. The Plain blade is derived with a Full Flat Grind, which, combined with the slight thickness of the blade, provides above-average cutting properties. The blade opens with a nail nick on the Blade. And here is another innovation, instead of a troublesome notch we have a hole in the wedge thanks to which opening is much easier.

Handle - grips made of brass, which patinates in a unique way during use, creating one-of-a-kind patterns. The simple shape fits perfectly in any hand. In the back a wide hole for threading a belaying or decorative cord.

Blades / functions
1. main blade 55.0 mm

Technical data:
Product number: FX-VP130 OTB
Product name: Vulpis Brass, Black Top Shield

Overall length: 130.0 mm / 5.12"
Blade length: 50.0 mm / 1.97"
Blade thickness: 2.0 mm / 0.08"
Handle length: 76.0 mm / 3.04"
Handle thickness: n.a.
Weight: 55.0 g / 1.94 oz

Blade material: Böhler M390
Blade hardness: 59-61 HRC
Blade grind: Flat
Blade finish: Black Top Shield

Handle material: Brass
Handle finish color: Brass
Backspacer material: Stainless Steel
Backspacer color: Black

Number of blades: 1
Number of tools/functions: 1

Pivot mechanism: n.d.
Locking mechanism: Slip Joint
Opening method: Manual, nail nick
Additional accessories: none

Designer: Fox
Brand: Fox
Manufacturer: Fox Cutlery, Italy
Country of origin: Italy

Developed by: the Sharg® company