The 'Big Ratel' - Camelthorn

Paul Baleta

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Hi Folks
Here is a recently finished 'Big Ratel'. It is essentially the Ratel EDC/Hunting profile but with nearly an inch longer and slightly thicker blade.
This one is in N690 stainless with tapered tang, jimping and a Camelthorn handle with brass fittings..

SPECIFICATIONS
- Blade: Bohler N690 stainless steel (+/- 61 HRC)
- Blade thickness: 3.6mm (0.14")
- Blade depth: 31mm (1.2")
- Blade length: 120mm (4.7")
- Overall length: 240mm (9.4")
- Weight: 162g (5.7oz)
- Weight with sheath: 238g (8.4oz)
- Handle material: Oiled Camelthorn with vulcanized fibre liners
- Fittings: Brass Corby bolts, pins and lanyard tube

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420 GBP

Free shipping for Bladeforum members.

Also in my webshop with a few more pics: Big Ratel - Camelthorn

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Thanks for looking!
Paul
 
Amazing work, Paul! Screams high end craftsmanship. Been biding my time, gonna wait for something a bit chunkier. Always interested in your next post...

Keep 'em coming.
 
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