Byrd Lightweight Hawkbill Knife - Black FRN Handle

The Byrd BY22 folder features a distinctive Hawkbill-shaped blade. This curved cutting tool's claw-like tip is designed to excel at slicing through material in its path. As the hook-like blade pulls the material being cut against the sharpened edge, it winds around the material, preventing it from sliding off the tip. The Hawkbill blade's shape is rooted in the commercial fishing industry, with a profile that is ideal for downward, sweeping cuts performed at arm's length and directed away from the body.

The blade's full serrations across its length significantly improve its cutting capacity, allowing it to effectively separate webbing, cardboard, and other coarse or fibrous materials. The hollow-ground blade features jimping (textured grooves) along both the spine and choil, providing enhanced tactile dexterity and control over the cutting edge.

The black fiberglass handle is Bi-Directionally Textured for slip-resistance in any hand position, and the ambidextrous tip-up/tip-down steel pocket clip offers multiple carrying options. Inside the handle, full-length skeletonized steel liners increase the knife's rigidity and strength without adding unnecessary bulk or weight.

The screw-together handle construction allows for easy adjustment and maintenance, while the lanyard hole at the handle's edge accommodates secondary retention through the attachment of a lanyard or thong.

This appropriately-named folding knife, from the innovative cutlery company Spyderco, combines the unique Hawkbill blade design with a range of thoughtful features to create a highly capable and versatile cutting tool. Whether you're in the commercial fishing industry or simply in need of a reliable, high-performance folder, the Byrd BY22 is a compelling choice.

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