{"product_id":"herman-knives-sting-folder-m398","title":"Herman Knives Sting Folder - M398","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sting series of knives epitomizes elegance and functionality, perfectly suiting those who appreciate comfort and style. These folding knives are lightweight and compact, making them an excellent choice for everyday use, regardless of the occasion. Their universal character ensures they complement both elegant suits and more relaxed, casual attire seamlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sting series stands out with its wide range of color options and diverse finishes for the handle and blade, catering to varied tastes. Each model in the series is meticulously crafted to meet the expectations of even the most demanding users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Sting series, various high-quality steels such as M390, M398 from Bohler, CPM MagnaCut, Damasteel RWL34, Damascus steel from the same renowned Swedish manufacturer, and Damax from Alleima, another well-known Swedish producer, are used. These materials not only offer an attractive appearance but also ensure durability and reliability in daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe precisely crafted blades offer excellent cutting capabilities, making these knives essential tools for a variety of situations. Sting is an excellent choice for those seeking a practical yet elegant knife, with a toned design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel: \u003cstrong\u003eSting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVersion: \u003cstrong\u003eRight-handed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade steel:   Bohler M398, powder stainless steel,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethickness 3,3 mm (0.1299\"), hardness 62-63 HRC, heat treated with a deep crio (liquid nitrogen),\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium detent,  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType of blade grind: \u003cstrong\u003eFlat grind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade finish:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVery Shiny stonewash ( Almost mirror alike )\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle: Titanium Grade 5 ( \u003cstrong\u003ePattern: Tesseract\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInlay:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClip: Titanium Grade 5 ( \u003cstrong\u003ePattern: Tesseract\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackspacer : Titanium Grade 5 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePivot: 440C stainless steel - \u003cstrong\u003ePolished\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScrews:440C stainless steel - \u003cstrong\u003ePolished\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLock: Titanium Grade 5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBearing system: Custom-made ceramic \u003cstrong\u003ecaged\u003c\/strong\u003e ball bearings by Herman Knives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew improved bearing system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWashers made of M390 powder metallurgy steel further enhance the already exceptional operation of our knives. Every stage of production has been optimized to ensure even greater precision, durability, and, most importantly, the smoothness of our knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWasher manufacturing process:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM390 steel is machined in-house on our Swiss-type lathe Citizen Cincom A20, where the bar stock is processed and pre-drilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWasher dimensions: Inner diameter 5.05 mm, outer diameter 11.95 mm; (for Bee and Micro Sting models: outer diameter 9.95 mm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25 mm-long rods undergo vacuum heat treatment to 60 HRC, reducing material stress and minimizing the risk of deeper blade scratches and ceramic ball fractures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter hardening, washers are machined using EDM (Electro Discharge Machining) on our Mitsubishi MV1200R wire EDM machine, allowing precise inner hole execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are then wire-cut into 0.6 mm-thick slices, and final wire processing minimizes surface roughness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal manual lapping, up to a 4000-grit finish, gives the washers an almost mirror-like surface, ensuring even smoother bearing operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll these processes are carried out entirely in-house by Herman Knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic detent ball\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTungsten carbide insert on the lock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTungsten carbide stop pin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"434\"\u003eThe custom Herman Knives pivot was fully designed and manufactured in our workshop. Built on the TORX T20 system, the construction features a newly developed thread with an increased diameter and reduced pitch, resulting in higher precision and smoother pivot adjustment. This solution minimizes the risk of play and ensures more stable settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eThe component is made of 440C stainless steel, vacuum-hardened to 56–58 HRC. The vacuum hardening process guarantees a uniform steel structure, excellent dimensional stability, and increased wear resistance. Thanks to this, the pivot offers long-lasting durability and retains its properties even under intensive use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe screws are made of vacuum-hardened stainless steel. All three components are produced in-house by Herman Knives on our Swiss-type automatic lathe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBearings with increased stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on years of experience, the new bearings feature \u003cstrong\u003ea caged\u003c\/strong\u003e design with 16 ceramic balls. Their well-thought-out and tested structure effectively prevents ball displacement while ensuring optimal smoothness of operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple, isn’t it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew original box including a microfiber cloth, Pruciak Protector Glide for Herman oil, and a dedicated titanium screwdriver manufactured in-house by Herman Knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 115 g (4.06 oz.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall length: 198 mm (7.80 \")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade length: 84 mm (3.31 \")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFolded length: 114 mm (4.49 \")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade width: 27 mm (1.06 \")\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blade City","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48643641540765,"sku":null,"price":2365.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1054\/1198\/files\/blade-city-herman-knives-sting-folder-m398-1249352841.jpg?v=1784232438","url":"https:\/\/blade-city.com\/products\/herman-knives-sting-folder-m398","provider":"Blade City","version":"1.0","type":"link"}