Rarer original Katz Knives Chandler A.Z. USA Fixed Blade Knife with Silver Blade and Black Handle with original Cordura Sheath (The newer models have a different handle texture and finish)
The model is the XT70 Fixed Blade and made in the 1990's
Commisioned by Katz Knives in the USA and made in Japan.
This Model is in almost mint condition. Never used, handled or sharpened.
*Please read full description and see detailed images which form part of the description.
BRAND: Katz Knives USA
PATTERN: Silver Fixed Blade
Model #: XT70 Fixed
C.O.M: Japan
LENGTH 27.31cm
BLADE LENGTH: 16.51cm
BOLSTERS: Stainless Steel
HANDLES: Black Sculptured G10 Anti-Slip with Lanyard Hole
BLADE: Straight Silver Finish
Blade Steel: 9Cr18MoV stainless
FRONT TANG STAMP: Katz CHANDLER USA
REAR TANG STAMP: XT70 STAINLESS STEEL MADE IN JAPAN
CONDITION: Almost mint unused older Stock. (Couple of very minor age marks as can be seen in the detailed images)
Keith Derkatz is the founder and President of Katz Knives Inc. The company was formed in 1991, to design and implement high quality knives, axes and accessories, All the knives are designed by Keith personally and contracted out, to high quality manufacturers in Japan and Spain. High standards in quality are number one in the manufacturing of these knives.
Katz Knives take great pride in producing one of the highest quality factory knives on the market today, giving the user a lifetime of pleasure and satisfaction. Katz Knives rivals competitors and customs made knives, with a reasonable and fair price. We represents a good investment in fine cutlery with very impressive styling and industrial design. In the few short years of this company, Katz has introduced over 125 different models and variations, including fixed, folding, survival and pocket knife models.
XT80 & XT70 Stainless Steel is a proprietary type of steel used by Katz. XT80 tests at 58-59 on the Rockwell “C” scale, and XT70 tests at 56 on the Rockwell “C” scale. With the resilience of this excellent Stainless Steel, it hold and retains an edge to the high standard for which Katz Knives is known for
All Katz Knives fixed blade hunting models are constructed with a full 4 or 5mm blade thickness, which make these knives the strongest in the industry today. Blades are hollow ground with a satin finish and full tang construction.
The model is the XT70 Fixed Blade and made in the 1990's
Commisioned by Katz Knives in the USA and made in Japan.
This Model is in almost mint condition. Never used, handled or sharpened.
*Please read full description and see detailed images which form part of the description.
BRAND: Katz Knives USA
PATTERN: Bob Kat Cherrywood Folding Knife
Model #: XT70
C.O.M: Japan
LENGTH 12.5cm
BLADE LENGTH: 5.5cm
BOLSTERS: Stainless Steel
HANDLES:
BLADE: Straight
LINERS: Stainless Steel
FRONT TANG STAMP: Katz CHANDLER USA
REAR TANG STAMP: XT70 STAINLESS STEEL MADE IN JAPAN
CONDITION: Mint unused (older Stock)
SOS#003950
We also have a KATZ Folding Knife in Gift Tin which can be seen in the final image and at this link:
https://www.sportingoutbacksupplies.com.au/katz-knives-small-bob-kat-cherrywood-locking-folding-knife-with-gift-tin