Among domestic knives, Knox knives are gaining special popularity today. This is a Russian brand, about which the knifemen speak positively. Let’s take a closer look at what kind of company it is and whether it is worth trusting the quality of its products.
Types of products
This Moscow company began to manufacture knife items in 1998. At first, guns were issued for the military. With the development of production, they began to manufacture products for civilian needs, as well as for travel and hunting.
For all the time of their short existence, the company's specialists mastered the whole gamut of cutlery. Currently, such knives are produced:
- Knox folding knives with one blade;
- folding with many features;
- Finnish designs
- for divers;
- for the military;
- for tourists and hunters;
- machete;
- auxiliary;
- for self defense.
Let us dwell on some products in more detail.
Bagheera. Foldable copy of stylish design and successful design. The handle has plastic pads that prevent slipping. A strong lock prevents accidental opening, and you can open it with a little effort with either hand. Product length 245 mm. Blade 89 mm. Handle 145 mm. Steel 440. Weight 194 grams.
Basmach-M. Belongs to the hunting type. Can be used as a chopper or utility. The handle is fixed in an overhead way. The blade has one and a half sharpening. The length is 200 mm, the blade 110 mm. Steel 440.
"Officer." This is a folding knife for military units. He has a solid blade, a solid lock, there is a fuse. You can open the blade with one hand. Metal surfaces are anti-reflective. The model is popular with law enforcement agencies.
Materials of manufacture
Knox knives are made of various steel:
- stainless 65x13 and 50x14, they are anti-reflective and chrome-plated;
- aviation EP853, featuring a special strength;
- carbon 65G, subjected to chemical oxidation.
The hardness of carbon materials is 58-60, stainless - 56-59.
The strength of the knives is achieved by a special manufacturing technology, during which the blade is cold rolled.
Metal surfaces are coated with anti-reflective layers, as a result of which they acquire a grayish tint.
Handles are made from:
- Bakelite - an artificial material with a special strength;
- PCB;
- craton;
- expensive wood.
Holes are made in the handle to greatly facilitate the design. The scabbard and covers are made of high quality leather.
Is it possible to trust?
Knox knives are regularly exhibited at international exhibitions. This indicates a high quality product in which the company is not inferior to many foreign competitors. In almost every exhibition, products receive high awards.
All developments of the company were initially focused on application in special structures. Knives "Knox" were actively exploited during hostilities in the Caucasus. They performed very well during combat maneuvers. The famous knife called "Smersh" is included in the equipment of "Krapovye berets."
Decent quality of products is confirmed by numerous certificates. Their purpose is defined as household. Therefore, knives are not considered edged weapons, for their purchase does not need special permissions. Any products of this manufacturer can be safely carried in Russia.
Opinions
Knox Knox reviews about themselves get pretty good. Owners note the original style of knife objects, which distinguishes them from products of competing firms.
In addition to an excellent appearance, the knives are comfortable and reliable. This is not surprising. After all, before going on sale, all products pass the most serious tests. Therefore, when buying, you can be sure of the quality of the gun.
A knife is an item that may be needed in any situation. And in travel and hunting, this is an indispensable thing.