Fox Chronos Black PVD Aluminum Knife, Blue HW, Black PVD MagnaCut by Stefan Merk (FX-552 AL)

Chronos Black PVD Aluminum, Blue HW, Black PVD, a compact knife with a strong construction designed by Stefan Merk. Ergonomic handle made of aluminum, is not only durable, but also extremely stylish. The blade is made of what is considered to be the best knife steel today, CPM MagnaCut, which is known for its strength, long sharpness retention and incredible corrosion resistance. A Frame Lock type lock ensures safety during use. Whether you're an avid knife enthusiast or just looking for a sturdy EDC tool, this knife is sure to meet your expectations.

CPM MagnaCut - Powdered stainless steel manufactured using the Crucible® Particle Metallurgy (CPM) process hardened to 60.5-62.5 HRC. The high content of vanadium 4.0% (V), molybdenum 2.0% (Mo) and niobium 2.0% (Nb) guarantees accuracy and purity unmatched by more “conventional” steels. Designed and developed specifically for blade production by Larrin Thomas, it meets all the requirements of knife enthusiasts. With CPM MagnaCut succeeded in creating a steel that combines the unique properties of knife steels like no other. The result is a blade material that offers a remarkable balance of wear resistance, strength and corrosion resistance. There is no other steel on the world market today that offers a comparable combination of superior properties. This exceptional steel is produced at Crucible® Industries' U.S. steel mills.

PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) a vacuum deposition method used to deposit thin films by condensing an evaporated form of the desired material onto the surface of a 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, coated with black PVD coating. The solid thickness of the wedge combined with a high, flat grind gives excellent cutting edge geometry and extreme cutting performance. Smooth and smooth opening is provided by a fast flipper flipper (index-finger flipper). When opened, the flipper forms a mini-guard to prevent the hand from slipping on the blade. The knife can also be opened with a hole in the blade. A notched section of the Blade's back, the spine jimping positions the thumb, giving solid support, making it easier to operate the knife. The entire blade is locked with the proven and popular frame lock with a steel inlay to prevent wiping of the lock face.

Handle - grips made of aluminum. Perfectly milled with CNC machine tools, with a distinctive pattern of triangles on the Handle. in addition to visual appeal, the texture helps to maintain a firm grip. The massive backspacer gives the whole structure the desired rigidity. The simplicity and sturdiness of the construction give assurance of many years of use. Blue accents contrast beautifully with the black PVD coating. Single-position (right) clip, allows the knife to be carried in tip-up position. Above the clip a lanyard hole, a hole for threading a decorative or safety cord.

Additional accessories - a pouch for carrying and storing the knife.

Technical data:

Product number: FX-552 AL
Product name: Chronos Black PVD Aluminum, Blue HW, Black PVD

Overall length: 200.0 mm / 7.87”
Blade length: 90.0 mm / 3.54”
Blade thickness: 4.0 mm / 0.16”
Handle length: n.d.
Handle thickness: n.d.
Weight: 130.0 gr / 4.59 oz

Blade material: CPM MagnaCut
Blade hardness: 62-64 HRC
Blade grind: Flat
Blade finish: Black PVD coating

Handle material: Aluminum
Handle finish color: Black PVD
Backspacer material: Titanium
Backspacer color: Black PVD

Clip: Right, Tip-Up
Clip material: Titanium

Pivot mechanism: n.d.
Locking mechanism: Frame Lock
Opening method: Manual, flipper, thumb hole
Additional accessories: Pouch

Designer: Stefan Merk
Brand name: Fox
Manufacturer: Fox Cutlery, Italy
Country of origin: Italy

Developed by: the Sharg® company