BARK RIVER BRAVO VORTEX RAMPLESS KNIFE, A2 STEEL, GREEN CANVAS MICARTA, SHEATH for Sale

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BARK RIVER BRAVO VORTEX RAMPLESS KNIFE, A2 STEEL, GREEN CANVAS MICARTA, SHEATH For Sale

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BARK RIVER BRAVO VORTEX RAMPLESS KNIFE, A2 STEEL, GREEN CANVAS MICARTA, SHEATH:
$276.00

BARK RIVER BRAVO VORTEX, A2 BLADE

GREEN CANVAS MICARTASCALES

*** INCLUDES LEATHER SHEATHWITH SAFETY RETENTION STRAP***

*** ORIG. PRICE $269.95AS SHOWN ON BOX ***

“TheBark River Bravois far and away the all-time best selling knife for BRKT.The reasons why are many but to truly understand you need to carry one! Designed specifically for Force Recon,Bravo knives have a near cult following by civilians as well.

(See Bravo Vortex specifics below.)

The magnificence of this knife’s design shines through as soon as you put it in your hand. As beefy and stout as it is, you will be amazed how remarkably well balanced and nimble it is. Painstakingly hand crafted one at a time by American craftsmen, the Bravo is built like a tank yet handles like a Ferrari.

The brave men and women that protect us and keep us safe at night routinely carry a Bark River Bravo knowing that their life may well depend on this great blade.Thankfully, most of us will not need a Bravo for such a serious reason.

This rock-solid beast makes a great field knife and works exceedingly well around the campsite, in the bush or even for bushcrafting. Like all Bark River Knivesit is covered by a lifetime warranty that is as good as any in the business and can be sent in for factory sharpening as long as you own it.

IMPROVEMENTS IN BRAVO VORTEX:

The Bark River Bravo Vortex in A2 tool Steel is quite possibly the optimal size and configuration in theBark River Bravo Knivesseries. With a blade well in proportion with the overall geometry and handle, this slightly longer version of the legendary Bravo balances on your index finger, making the knife fast and nimble in your hand.

At .228” thick in ultra-tough A2 Tool Steel (see A2 details below), there isn’t a knife task this blade can’t handle. Chores from batoning kindling to breaking down and quartering an elk are all in this knife’s wheelhouse. The blade is slightly longer than the original Bravo, making it much more useful than the original for camp and bushcraft chores inaddition to hunting and skinning.Theadditionallength improves the Bravo Vortex\'s capability in batoning, firewood prepand even chopping, making this a \"one-tool-solution\" that can still withstand years of hard work in the harshest of conditions.

Did we mention the Bravo series of handles are among the most comfortable on the market, with an ergonomic palm swell and integral self guard for added security when field dressing or making plunge cuts?In addition, the Vortex features “thumbprint” indentations on the front sides of each handle scale, to allow for secure grip and thumb indexing when turning the blade laterally, choking up for finer work, or for use while wearing gloves.

When you’re looking for a heavy use premium field knife, the Bark River Bravo Vortex in A2 Tool Steel is about as close to perfection as you can get. It has the legendary utility anddurabilityof the original Bravo 1, but with a longer, better-balanced blade more suited to hunting, bushcraft, and nearly any other chore you can throw its way.

This is a knife you will never regret carrying, never be tempted to leave behind, and never want to give up - until you pass it down to the next generation of hunters and woodsmen who follow you.

Bark River Bravo knives include a deluxe leather sheathand are proudly

100% Made in the USA!”

***INA NUTSHELL, THIS KNIFE IS FANTASTIC FOR BUSHCRAFT, HUNTING, HIKING AND CAMPING, SEARCH AND RESCUE, AND HEAVY WORK. IT IS PERFECT FOR COLLECTORS OR FOR OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS WHO APPRECIATE THE QUALITY OF A FINELY-CRAFTED KNIFE MADE IN THE USA WITH PREMIUM MATERIALS.***

About A2 ToolSteel (from Spex1.com)

A2 steel is a versatile and robust material.It’s known for its unique combination of strength, toughness, and wear resistance.At the heart of A2 steel’s composition is its carbon content, which typically ranges between 0.95% and 1.05%. This high carbon content is responsible for the steel’s ability to achieve remarkable hardness levels and maintain its edge in cutting tools. The carbon content contributes to the overall strength and wear resistance of the material, making it an excellent choice for tools and parts that must withstand constant use and stress.

Another critical element in A2 steel’s composition is chromium, typically ranging from 4.75% to 5.50%. Chromium enhances wear resistance, hardness, and overall toughness. It also imparts a moderate level of corrosion resistance, an attribute that is particularly useful for applications exposed to mildly corrosive environments or where better rust protection is necessary.

A2 steel contains a variety of otheralloying elementsthat work together to improve its overall performance. These elements include manganese, molybdenum, silicon, and vanadium. Manganese, for instance, helps improve the steel’s hardenability and wear resistance, while molybdenum and vanadium contribute to increased strength, toughness, and high-temperature stability. Silicon, on the other hand, boosts the steel’s overall hardness.

One of the best properties of A2 steel is its hardness, which typically falls within the range of 57-62 HRC (Rockwell C) after heat treatment. A2’s hardness is why it has excellent wear resistance and the ability to retain sharp cutting edges. Furthermore, it ensures the steel can withstand heavy loads and maintain its shape under various conditions, a vital quality for dies, punches, and other tools subjected to significant stress.

In summary, A2 steel offers a well-balanced set of properties that make it useful for a wide range of applications. Its excellent wear resistance ensures that tools and components made from A2 steel can endure heavy use and abrasive conditions without significant wear, leading to a longer service life.

MADE IN AMERICA.

* ORIGINAL BOX, LEATHER SHEATH w/SAFETY RETENTION STRAP

Overall Length:10.5\"

Blade Length:5.5\"

Blade Thickness:0.228\"

Blade Steel:A2

Handle Thickness:0.96\"

Country of Origin:USA

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