Paul Baleta
Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider
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Hi Folks
And here is the second of the pair of Ratels in Cru-Wear that I've just finished...
The 'Ratel' - a general purpose EDC or hunting knife. On this design I have gone back to basics to provide a compact and lightweight workhorse for everyday or in the field. The 4" blade is big enough for most tasks and with a drop point is excellent for dressing game. At just under 3mm thick at the spine (under 1/8") it is light-weight, has a fine geometry and cuts superbly. The handle scales are secured with two Corby bolts and it has a useful lanyard loop at the back. A practical tool with a functional finger guard, sharpening notch and jimping on the spine. Like it's namesake, the 'Ratel' (pronounced Rah-tel) or Honey Badger is a compact, tough, no nonsense tool that will serve you well for many years.
This 'Ratel' is crafted in CPM CruWear high-alloy steel with a stonewash finish and has canvas Micarta scales, white liners and stainless steel fittings. A veg-tanned leather sheath made by my hands with saddle stitching and some toolwork compliments the piece and will keep your Ratel secure and at-hand.
- Blade thickness: 2.9mm (0.12")
- Blade height: 31mm (1.2")
- Blade length: 97mm (3.8")
- Overall length: 214mm (8.3")
- Weight: 146g (5.2oz)
- Weight with sheath: 214g (7.6oz)
- Handle material: Canvas Micarta with vulcanized fibre liners
- Fittings: Stainless steel Corby bolts and lanyard tube










SOLD Euro
Also in my webshop with a few more pics and a video: The 'Ratel' EDC/Hunter - Micarta
Thanks for looking!
Paul
And here is the second of the pair of Ratels in Cru-Wear that I've just finished...
The 'Ratel' - a general purpose EDC or hunting knife. On this design I have gone back to basics to provide a compact and lightweight workhorse for everyday or in the field. The 4" blade is big enough for most tasks and with a drop point is excellent for dressing game. At just under 3mm thick at the spine (under 1/8") it is light-weight, has a fine geometry and cuts superbly. The handle scales are secured with two Corby bolts and it has a useful lanyard loop at the back. A practical tool with a functional finger guard, sharpening notch and jimping on the spine. Like it's namesake, the 'Ratel' (pronounced Rah-tel) or Honey Badger is a compact, tough, no nonsense tool that will serve you well for many years.
This 'Ratel' is crafted in CPM CruWear high-alloy steel with a stonewash finish and has canvas Micarta scales, white liners and stainless steel fittings. A veg-tanned leather sheath made by my hands with saddle stitching and some toolwork compliments the piece and will keep your Ratel secure and at-hand.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Blade: CPM CruWear (+/- 62 HRC) high-alloy steel- Blade thickness: 2.9mm (0.12")
- Blade height: 31mm (1.2")
- Blade length: 97mm (3.8")
- Overall length: 214mm (8.3")
- Weight: 146g (5.2oz)
- Weight with sheath: 214g (7.6oz)
- Handle material: Canvas Micarta with vulcanized fibre liners
- Fittings: Stainless steel Corby bolts and lanyard tube










SOLD Euro
Also in my webshop with a few more pics and a video: The 'Ratel' EDC/Hunter - Micarta
Thanks for looking!
Paul
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