Description
This Great Eastern Cutlery Northfield #38 SPECIAL is a classic pocket knife design that displays great eye appeal. This fine pocket knife features a single 1095 carbon steel blade and Indian Paint Brush Jig Bone handle scales. The curved and rounded design allows it to slide in and out of your pocket and be carried very easily. It is a simple pocket knife made with quality materials and expertly crafted for years of service. It is a great general purpose, gentleman's fine pocket knife at a price that makes it a great value. Made with pride in Titusville, PA. We are an authorized Great Eastern Cutlery Dealer and purchased this new knife direct from them.
The Blade(s):
This #38 SPECIAL features one 1095 steel clip point blade. This blade offers good versatility whether using it for peeling an apple, cutting rope or whittling a stick. The blade has a cutting edge of 2.625" and has a nail nick for opening. The blade finish is polished with "NORTHFIELD UN-X-LD" logo etched on it. There is no half stop.
The Handle Construction:
The handle length allows for a solid four finger hold for most people. The handle scales are Indian Paint Brush Jig Bone and the attaching pins and liners are brass. The "pinched" and grooved bolsters, inlay shield and "pinched" and grooved end caps are nickel silver giving the knife a classy look. The handle scale edges are rounded and flush with the outside perimeter making the knife pleasant to hold. The fit and finish are excellent and the blade action is crisp when opening and closing.