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Ontario OKC Black Joe Pardue Utilitac II JPT 3 R 3 5 Folding Knife 08904
Ontario
The Utilitac II is a knife designed by Joe Pardue and produced by the Ontario Knife Company (OKC). It is a lightweight and well-balanced folding knife. The blade is made of AUS-8A stainless steel, which is known for its durability and hardness (56-58 HRC). The knife has a liner lock construction, ensuring that the blade stays securely in place during use. The handle is made of black textured Zytel scales, providing a comfortable grip. It also has a removable pocket clip that can be attached for both left and right-handed users. The blade has a satin finish, with dual thumb studs for easy opening. It features a flat grind at 40 degrees, making it sharp and efficient. The blade deployment is smooth and effortless, allowing for easy opening and closing. Overall, the Utilitac II is a high-quality knife that offers great value for its price.
Specifications
- Blade Steel: Aus
- Model Number: 8904
- Lock Type: Liner Lock
- Blade Thickness: 0.12 inches
- Handle Thickness: 0.53 inches
- Blade Length: 3.5 inches
- Open Length: 8 inches
- Weight: 5.6 ounces
- Blade Edge: Plain
- Finish Color: Satin
- Style: Clip Point
- Clip Type: Tip Up Tip Down
- Clip Position: Reversible
- Handle Material: Zytel
- Use Case: Tactical
- Origin: Taiwan
Pros vs Cons
Based on online reviews from verified buyers around the web.
- Lightweight and well-balanced design
- Blade deployment is smooth with no resistance
- Extremely sharp out of the box
- Solid lockup with no play in the blade
- Good action for opening and closing
- Deep carry pocket clip
- Easy to disassemble and reassemble
- Great value for the price
- Blade made of AUS-8A steel, which some consider not the best
- Recurve belly of the blade can be difficult to sharpen
- Weight may be a concern for some users
- Received version may differ from advertised 'First Production Run'
- Medium quality pocket clip
