Kubey Hound Knife Jade G10, Stonewashed 14C28N by Maksim Tkachuk (KU172G)

Hound Jade G10, Stonewashed is a precision-engineered everyday carry folder created by renowned designer Maksim Tkachuk. Featuring a durable blade made of high-quality Sandvik 14C28N steel, it offers excellent corrosion resistance and is easy to sharpen. The handle is made of lightweight yet durable G10 composite. This material provides a secure grip, even in wet conditions. The intuitive Crossbar Lock mechanism guarantees safety during use and easy one-handed operation. The versatility and robustness of its construction make the Hound knife ideal for a wide range of everyday applications. The combination of practicality, aesthetics, and precision craftsmanship underscores its exceptional quality, which meets the demands of even the most discerning users.

Kubey Knife is an independent knife company whose motto is “An Edge Above The Rest” (The edge comes first). It produces top-quality knives at an affordable price in a wide range of materials with excellent fit and finish, as well as super-smooth operation. Kubey Knife offers the best knife tools available on the market, guaranteeing exceptional value for money. These knives will serve you for many years!

Maksim Tkachuk - graphic artist and industrial designer, one of the most recognizable Ukrainian knife makers. He uses his experience and skills to create functional and aesthetically pleasing knives. In his work, Maksim is guided by the principle “less is more.”

14C28N - martensitic chromium stainless steel is the latest achievement in the range of knife steels produced by the Swedish steelworks Sandvik. Its optimized chemical composition, featuring a unique combination of elements, ensures the highest quality, excellent edge performance, high hardness, and corrosion resistance. By reducing the carbon content to 0.62% (C) and increasing the chromium content to 14.0% (Cr), as well as adding nitrogen at 0.11% (N), corrosion resistance has been significantly enhanced. Considered an improved version of 13C26 steel. Unbeatable in the price/quality category!

Vacuum & Cryogenic - 14C28N steel has undergone a specialized heat treatment process involving two key stages. Vacuum Heat Treatment - the steel is heated in a vacuum environment, which minimizes oxidation and ensures more uniform metal properties. This process increases the steel’s strength and structural integrity. Cryogenic Treatment: After heating, the steel is rapidly cooled to extremely low temperatures, often below -100°C (-148°F). This transformation converts residual austenite into martensite, significantly increasing hardness, wear resistance, and overall durability. Thanks to these advanced processes, 14C28N steel delivers exceptional performance, offering both razor-sharp edge retention and remarkable blade durability.

Crossbar Lock - a crossbar that moves horizontally within longitudinal slots in the steel side plates of the Handle frame. When the knife is opened, the locking bar engages from above with the rear portion of the blade, preventing it from moving backward. This bar is held in place by two springs. Unlocking occurs by pulling the locking bar backward; its ends are accessible through notches in the handle grips. In the closed position, the bar presses against a cam surface at the rear of the blade, preventing it from opening on its own. The advantages of the Crossbar Lock include resistance to debris, practical insensitivity to dynamic loads, ease of operation with both the right and left hand, and smooth operation.

Blade - Clip Point type, finished with the Stonewashed method, which masks scratches and prevents glare. The long cutting edge, relative to the blade length, tapers toward the needle-sharp tip of the knife. The blade thickness ensures high strength, while the high, flat grind provides excellent cutting edge geometry and extreme cutting performance. Ceramic ball bearings ensure smooth and seamless operation of the knife’s opening mechanism. A double-sided thumb stud on the blade allows for quick and effortless opening by both right- and left-handed users. On the blade spine, upper jimping provides a textured thumb rest. A small choil facilitates sharpening. The entire blade is secured by an intuitive Crossbar Lock.

Handle - consists of two pieces of G10 composite, a material that is extremely mechanically durable and virtually completely resistant to weather conditions and chemicals, textured to improve grip, and screwed to the knife’s steel frame. The beveled edges of the covers eliminate sharp edges for comfort and improve grip. A series of holes in the handle adds visual lightness and reduces the knife’s weight. A solid backspacer provides the desired rigidity and durability of the design. The simple, reliable construction ensures years of use. A deep fore finger groove improves grip. The pivot pin is decorated with the stylized Kubey Knife logo. The two-position (right/left) deep carry clip allows you to discreetly carry the knife in your pocket in the tip-up position (blade tip up).

Technical data:

Product number: KU172G
Product name: Hound Jade G10, Stonewashed

Overall length: 203.0 mm / 7.99“
Blade length: 87.0 mm / 3.43”
Blade thickness: 3.1 mm / 0.12"
Handle length: 116.0 mm / 4.56“
Handle thickness: 12.0 mm / 0.47”
Weight: 102.0 g / 3.6 oz

Blade material: Sandvik 14C28N
Blade hardness: 60-62 HRC
Blade grind: Flat
Blade finish: Stonewashed

Handle material: G10
Handle finish color: Jade
Backspacer material: G10
Backspacer color: Black

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

Pivot mechanism: Caged Ceramic Ball Bearing (Ceramic ball bearings)
Lock: Crossbar Lock
Opening method: Manual, thumb studs
Additional accessories: None

Designer: Maksim Tkachuk (Максим Ткачук)
Brand: Kubey Knife
Manufacturer: Kubey Knife
Country of origin: P.R.C.

Compiled by: Sharg® company