{"product_id":"north-mountain-blade-ultra-g10-3-sld-magic-steel-drop-point-blade-jade-g10-handle","title":"North Mountain Blade Ultra G10 - 3\" SLD-Magic Steel Drop Point Blade, Jade G10 Handle","description":"\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"1:1-1:126\"\u003eThe \"Ultra\" designation conveys a sense of surpassing the ordinary and achieving the ultimate, with a concise and modern feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:77\"\u003eNorth Mountain Blade's Classic Japanese knife style finish graces this model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:171\"\u003eThe blade steel is SLD-Magic, a high-quality Japanese steel with a chemical composition very similar to American D2. This provides excellent hardness, tested to 60-61 HRC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:330\"\u003eWhat truly distinguishes these knives is North Mountain Blade's unique hand-applied surface treatment. Each blade is meticulously crafted with stunning layered patterns or intricate textures—a level of artistry rarely seen in knives at this price point. Hand-polished finishes like theirs are virtually unheard of for under $200.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:291\"\u003eAs a passionate enthusiast of Japanese swords, the designer crafts his blades to reflect the aesthetics of traditional samurai sword patterns. The variations in luster and texture are authentic and dynamic, achieved through careful hand polishing, rather than artificial coatings or etching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:143\"\u003eThis knife has a 7-inch overall length, with a 3-inch blade and a 4-inch closed length. This compact folding knife is ideal for everyday carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:406\"\u003eNorth Mountain Blade describes this knife as pure and simple. The blade features their Classic Japanese knife-style finish, constructed from three-layer steel, similar to a sandwich. Each blade is handcrafted, resulting in unique colour tones and a polished, near-mirror finish that is visually appealing. It is also exceptionally sharp, capable of easily cutting through most materials (excluding metal).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"15:1-15:240\"\u003eThe knife opens smoothly with ceramic bearings, and the main pivot screw on the handle is hidden. A liner lock with a shallow lockup ensures long-term use without compromising the locking mechanism. The handle is skeletonised on the inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"17:1-17:175\"\u003eNorth Mountain Blade emphasises the knife's simplicity, practicality, and straightforward design, acknowledging that it doesn't necessarily have any single \"standout\" feature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosed Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7\u003c\/span\u003e inches \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSLD-Magic Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 60\u003c\/span\u003e-61HRC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Drop Point\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eG10 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePocket Clip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"417\" height=\"741\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2Y7fWot63ms\" title='North Mountain Blade Ultra G10 - 3\" SLD-Magic Steel Drop Point Blade, Jade G10 Handle'\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title='North Mountain Blade Ultra G10 - 3\" SLD-Magic Steel Drop Point Blade, Jade G10 Handle' src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OsYMPMqjzgc\" height=\"741\" width=\"417\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North Mountain Blade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50056765014331,"sku":"Ultra G10 Jade","price":189.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/4042\/7323\/files\/UltraG10Jade1.webp?v=1740532539","url":"https:\/\/bladeforgx.com\/products\/north-mountain-blade-ultra-g10-3-sld-magic-steel-drop-point-blade-jade-g10-handle","provider":"Blade Forge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}