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Emerson Iron Dragon Black G-10 Stonewash SF Frame Lock Knife
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Introducing the Iron Dragon model, featuring a sleek black G-10 handle and a stonewash finished blade with a plain edge. This knife pays homage to the renowned martial arts expert Richard Bustillo, who was an original student of Bruce Lee and played a significant role in popularizing Filipino Martial Arts worldwide. Bustillo, the Jeet Kune Do teacher of Ernest Emerson, gifted him his first bali-song knife, igniting Emerson's lifelong passion for knife-making.
The Iron Dragon is a robust and versatile everyday carry (EDC) folder, boasting several innovative features not commonly found in Emerson knives. It boasts a titanium frame lock, a replaceable stainless steel lock bar inset and stop pin, and a smooth ball-bearing pivot for effortless operation. The G-10 handle front offers a textured grip and is equipped with a lanyard hole and a wide stainless steel pocket clip. Additionally, Emerson's standard wave opener ensures swift one-handed blade deployment.
Specifications
- Blade Steel: 154 Cm
- Model Number: SF
- Lock Type: Liner Lock
- Blade Thickness: 0.13 inches
- Handle Thickness: 0.45 inches
- Blade Length: 3.75 inches
- Open Length: 8.875 inches
- Weight: 4.9 ounces
- Blade Edge: Plain
- Finish Color: Stonewash
- Style: Clip Point
- Clip Type: Tip Up
- Clip Position: Tip Up
- Handle Material: G10
- Use Case: Tactical
- Origin: USA
Pros vs Cons
Based on online reviews from verified buyers around the web.
- Excellent ergonomics and comfortable grip
- Good cutting properties due to blade shape and sharpening
- Quick opening mechanism with patented 'Wave opening feature'
- High-quality materials including Aerospace Titanium and G-10
- Robust design suitable for tactical use
- Impressive stabbing properties
- Good overall reliability of the design
- Locking mechanism may not withstand heavy impacts
- Blade tip is weak and prone to breaking under stress
- Wave opening may require practice to master
- Clip design may not be suitable for left-handed users
- Knife sticks out of pocket due to clip placement
- Weight may be considered heavy for some users
