Fox Knives Chilin folding knife
Description
Shilin Cutters knives are handmade by a family member of the Chiu family. The history of these knives began their legacy in 19th Century China and were taught to a select few. Some of these makers migrated to Taiwan where they continued to produce these infamous knives. As time progressed, many of these makers ceased production and only two families in Taipei have been making these in recent times. Today, the doors of the house of Chiu are currently closed and it is unknown if they will reopen.
- Blade Steel: M398 Stainless steel
- Hardness: HRC 60-62
- Blade Coating: stone washed
- Handle: canvas Micarta OD Green
- Clip: wireclip - reversible
- Blade Length: 8 cm
- Overall Length: 19 cm
- Blade Thickness: 4 mm
- Weight: 212 gr
Fox Knives
Around 40 years ago Oreste Frati established Fox Coltellerie, which is today known as Fox Knives. After years of experience in production as well as in distribution he founded his business in 1977, which is running as a family business since then. With a great deal of innovation, by constantly testing new materials and techniques, Fox has been one of the leaders on the knife market. Next to manufacturing traditional and elegant knives, the concept of producing tactical knives for police and military is an essential component for Fox Knives. The official certification as a supplier of the NATO shows seriousness, with which Fox is pursuing the lines and making it perfect with the section FMKD. Fox Knives offers for almost every taste and every use the appropriate knife.