Official survival knife of Swedish Air-Force pilots since 1995, the F1 now comes in powder-metallurgy Elmax. Cryo-treated to −190 °C and double-tempered to HRC 61/62, this Swedish super-steel pairs exceptional edge retention with the legendary toughness Fällkniven is known for.
| Steel | Elmax powder stainless |
|---|---|
| Hardness | 61 – 62 HRC |
| Blade / total length | 98 mm / 213 mm |
| Blade thickness | 4.5 mm |
| Weight (knife) | 149 g |
| Handle | Thermorun elastomer |
| Edge grind | Convex |
| Finish | Satin |
| Sheath options | Zytel (double-lock) or leather |
Elmax combines high chromium, vanadium and molybdenum for stainless properties and “super-steel” edge life, yet its fine powder grain lets Fällkniven’s famous convex grind take a razor polish without chipping.
A family firm from Norrbotten, Sweden, Fällkniven has crafted world-class knives since 1987 and has supplied His Majesty the King of Sweden since 1999.