Timberline Vallotton-Ochs Designed Kickstart Combo Edge Knife - GATCO Sharpeners

The GATCO Sharpeners 1141 Timberline Vallotton-Ochs Designed Kickstart Combo Edge Knife is a professional-grade utility tool meticulously crafted through the collaboration of renowned knife designers Butch Vallotton and Charles Ochs. This folding knife combines a robust assisted opening mechanism with durable materials, ensuring reliable performance for a variety of demanding industrial and automotive applications.

Key Features

• Vallotton Assisted Opening (Kickstart™): The advanced Kickstart™ mechanism provides swift and smooth blade deployment, offering immediate access in critical situations. Butch Vallotton is known for his expertise in automatic and assisted opening knife technology.
• Expert Collaboration: Designed by Butch Vallotton, celebrated for his precision opening mechanisms, and Charles Ochs, recognized for the enduring "Black Knife" design, this tool integrates proven tactical performance with practical utility.
• AUS-8 Stainless Steel Blade: The 3.25" (82 mm) combo edge blade is constructed from AUS-8 stainless steel, delivering a balance of strength, corrosion resistance, and edge retention crucial for professional tasks.
• Durable Zytel® Handle: The 4.62" (117 mm) handle is crafted from Zytel®, providing a secure and comfortable grip that enhances control and robustness in challenging work environments.
• Versatile Combo Edge: Featuring both a plain and serrated edge, the blade is capable of precise cuts on various materials as well as efficiently managing fibrous substances.
• Teflon Coated Pocket Clip: A stainless steel, Teflon-coated pocket clip allows for secure, tip-down carry and reduces friction for easy retrieval.

Applications

This knife is well-suited for a broad spectrum of professional applications. It can efficiently handle tasks such as cutting hoses, electrical wiring, zip ties, packaging, and general utility cutting commonly encountered by technicians and mechanics in automotive repair, industrial maintenance, and field service operations. Its sturdy construction ensures consistent performance in demanding conditions.

Specifications

• Blade Material: AUS-8 stainless steel
• Blade Length: 3.25" (82 mm)
• Handle Material: Zytel®
• Handle Length: 4.62" (117 mm)
• Overall Length: 7-15/16" (200 mm)
• Weight: 4.9 ounces (.14 kg)