Knife "Scorpion": description, application. Advantages of the grinding system

Over the years, a skillfully made knife is used by mankind in a peaceful setting as a tool indispensable for cooking. On hunting, fishing and in hiking trips to perform the often more difficult tasks are applied cutting products larger. One of the blades, proved to be effective both in the kitchen and in extreme situations, is the "Scorpion" knife.

Producer - OOO PP "Kizlyar"

Today, knives made at this enterprise are very popular among consumers. Especially they are appreciated by connoisseurs and fans of cold steel. Among the wide variety of different knife models produced by Kizlyar, the "Scorpion" knife stands out for its undeniable advantages.

Design

High-quality electrochemical etching is used in the manufacture of the knife. With the application of this procedure, various floral ornaments and a scorpion image characteristic of this model are applied to the blade. The very shape of the blade is very similar to the sting. The company "Kizlyar" used certain elements of this knife to decorate its logo.

Knife "Scorpion": product description

The total length of the product is 322 mm. A blade with a concave sharpening can be represented in two ways:

• Polished blade is processed using sanding tools and pastes;
• Dark blade.

Processing a dark blade

The surface of the dark blade is subjected to three procedures:

• Copper plating (the very first layer);
• White chrome plating (second layer);
• Black chrome plating (third finishing layer).

A dark blade with an existing galvanic coating is characterized by high resistance to corrosive processes.

Knife "Scorpion" with a dark blade has a low coefficient of light reflection, as a result of which the appearance of glare is eliminated during its operation. The applied anti-corrosion coating has one drawback - it is not resistant to abrasion. This must be taken into account during the operation of the knife.

Parameters, shape

Main settings:

• The length of the blade is 182 mm;
• Thickness - 3.6 mm.

The shape of the blade is curved, on the concave bevel of the butt there is an additional sharpening, which is intended for cutting the bones. In the training section for a similar purpose is a special file.

Knife "Scorpion" in its shape resembles a plate, which is riveted to the shank.

The set includes a leather sheath.

Manufacturing of handles

In the production of handles for these knives used walnut. Wood is processed, which is impregnation in vacuum with linseed oil. Also, to increase the strength, a special compound and polymerization is used. As a result, nut products acquire moisture resistance and hardness. Handles do not deteriorate when exposed to water or as a result of falling.

Any piece of wood requires care. Also require careful treatment of wooden knife handles. It is possible to cope with the task of caring for the knife handle yourself. To do this, it is enough to purchase carnauba wax, which, if necessary, it is easy to rub the wooden surface of the product. This tool is also suitable for furniture. Experienced owners of knives do not recommend covering the handles with lacquer.

Where is it used?

Knife "Scorpion" is meant for hunting. Since this blade is a cold weapon and belongs to the category of hunting numbered knives, the purchaser must present the original permit for possession of hunting firearms for his purchase.

Than to sharpen?

Any knife, depending on the characteristics of the steel, requires periodic grinding. For this purpose, it is recommended to use a special grinding system, which can be used for both professional and home use. Such a system is a sharpener for knives "Scorpion". Compactness, accuracy and simplicity of design ensure its reliability and ease of operation. The sharpener is designed for ten years. The simplicity of the design allows for self-repair, if necessary, which mainly consists in the periodic replacement of parts that have exhausted their life. This device allows you to grind blades that have any configuration.

Advantages of grinding system "Scorpion"

The main advantages of the system:

• The design has a convenient system for fastening and turning over sharpened blades. The adaptive clamp used fixes the knife well without force clamping in the shoe part. This prevents possible damage to the blade or thread on the clamps.
• The simplicity of the design allows for dismantling - the assembly itself, without the use of instructions.
• The system has a light weight (up to two kilograms) and compact dimensions, which makes it easy to transport in disassembled form.

• To manufacture the sharpener duralumin D16T and stainless steel, which positively affects the rigidity, accuracy and durability of the product.
• For sliding assemblies, the tolerance is 0.02 mm and there is no backlash.
• A square tube of aluminum is used as the abrasive. To its four sides a thin cloth tape is attached to the emery, which has a different grit. They can sharpen the knife no worse than on the stone.
• The presence in the system of various options for fixing abrasives, fixing any types of forms or stones. This makes it possible to sharpen the blades having the concave curvature of the cutting edge.
• Knife sharpener "Scorpion" allows you to sharpen and other cutting tools.
• By using stainless steel and bronze, the wear of the slide assembly is prevented.
• The design of the sharpener makes it possible to fasten the circular forms necessary for sharpening knives with a concave curvature of the cutting edges.

What is completed with a grinding machine?

To the sharpener for knives "Scorpion" are attached:

• Adaptive clamps for blades (2 pieces);
• Main unit with rotary frame;
• Stainless steel rod for fixing abrasives;
• Two bearings required to create a slide assembly;
• Standard clamps;
• Allen key.

Among hunters large quantities of cold steel are in great demand. Irreplaceable in the hike is a large hunting knife "Scorpion" ("Kizlyar"). The price of the product ranges from 3,200 to 3,400 rubles. If you have the necessary permission, this knife can be purchased at hunting stores.