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Boker Plus Kalashnikov AKS-74 Automatic Knife - 3.25" D2 Black Drop Point Plain Edge Blade - Black Aluminum Handle (01KALS99 / 01KALS99N)
Product Description
Deploying an everyday carry folder into high-volume slicing chores, camp utility tasks, or unexpected defense situations requires lightning-fast operational readiness and unyielding frame security. Standard manual pocket knives introduce dangerous lag times when users must manage dual-handed thumb studs or rigid frame locks with slick, wet, or heavily gloved hands. Furthermore, traditional lightweight synthetic folders can flex precariously under intense palm torque, which compromises cutting precision and risks structural failure. The Boker Plus Kalashnikov AKS-74 Automatic (01KALS99) definitively eliminates these field liabilities. Paying direct tactical homage to the legendary engineering simplicity and structural reliability of Mikhail Kalashnikov's iconic assault rifle family, this hard-use automatic workhorse pairs snappy side-opening response with a rugged, highly contoured aluminum chassis engineered to absorb absolute punishment.
The technical foundation of this Kalashnikov automatic centers on a versatile 3.25-inch drop point blade precision forged from high-wear D2 tool steel. Globally respected by armory technicians for its rich concentrations of carbon and chromium, this high-performance alloy yields phenomenal micro-grain edge longevity and exceptional slicing capability through stubborn mediums. The blade is treated with an ultra-durable, non-reflective black finish designed to seamlessly mask superficial jobsite scuffs and trail scratches, executed with a clean, razor-sharp plain edge for precision shaving, slicing, and carving tasks. This capable steel fires out from an ultra-rigid handle chassis machined from solid 6061-T6 aluminum, hard-coat powder finished in deep tactical Black and molded with signature structural finger grooves that mimic the handguards of the AK-47 rifle series.
Functionally, the AKS-74 delivers an extraordinarily fast, highly authoritative mechanical experience driven by its heavy-duty internal coil spring engine. Pressing the recessed, flush-mounted firing button instantly unleashes the blade, locking it into place with a crisp, intimidating acoustic snap. For worry-free and completely safe pocket carry, the mechanical firing switch is paired with an integrated slide safety lock on the spine to fully disable the button when navigating dense or crowded environments. The handle perimeter features specialized texture stippling inside the finger corridors to guarantee an unshakeable, slip-resistant purchase under heavy downpours, complete with an integrated lanyard hole and a heavy-duty stainless steel pocket clip positioned for secure tip-up right-hand carry.
*Armorer Bench Notes & Safety Compliance:*
As a high-velocity, coil-spring driven side-opening automatic knife, the Boker Kalashnikov is subject to regional automatic compliance statutes. Ensure you verify your local and state regulations prior to carrying. Thanks to its robust and straightforward open-backed framework construction, clearing out trail debris, adhesive tape residue, or pocket lint is incredibly simple, ensuring a lifetime of zero-fail function. Avoid flooding the pivot assembly with thick firearm oils or greases, which actively capture abrasive dust particle clusters; instead, occasionally blow out the action tracks with compressed air and apply a single drop of high-speed dry lubricant directly to the coil spring interface to preserve its lightning-fast manual kinetics.
Key Features
- **AK-47 Tactical DNA:** Masterfully designed to capture the structural spirit and field-proven reliability of the world-famous Kalashnikov rifle family, matching rugged simplicity with rapid deployment.
- **High-Wear D2 Tool Steel:** The 3.25-inch flat-ground drop point blade leverages advanced high-carbon chemistry to deliver elite edge life and immense structural impact toughness.
- **Tactical Blackout Aesthetics:** Coated in an ultra-durable matte black blade finish paired with a matching deep black anodized aluminum chassis to eliminate reflections and resist abrasions.
- **Snappy Push-Button Automatic:** Premium spring-loaded push button controls instant side-opening kinetic deployment single-handedly with an authoritative tactile response.
- **Molded Black Aluminum Handle:** Precision cast from aerospace-grade aluminum and finished in a rugged black powder coat, utilizing ergonomic rifle finger grooves for a slip-free purchase.
- **Integrated Slide Safety:** Features an intuitive spine safety switch that locks the firing trigger mechanism, preventing accidental deployment inside your tactical pack or uniform pocket.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Boker Plus Knives
- Line: Kalashnikov Series (AKS-74 Automatic)
- Model: Kalashnikov Blackout Drop Point Plain Edge
- MPN: 01KALS99 / 01KALS99N
- UPC: 788857836002
- Country of Origin: Taiwan (Components processed in Solingen, Germany)
- Blade Length: 3.25 Inches (82.6 mm)
- Closed Length: 4.25 Inches (107.9 mm)
- Overall Length: 7.50 Inches (190.5 mm)
- Blade Thickness: 0.120 Inches (3.0 mm)
- Blade Material: D2 Tool Steel
- Blade Hardness: 58-60 HRC
- Blade Style: Drop Point
- Blade Grind: Flat
- Blade Finish: Black Coating
- Edge Type: Plain Edge
- Handle Material: 6061-T6 Aluminum (Molded Finger Grooves)
- Handle Color/Finish: Black Powder Coated
- Lock Type: Button Lock / Push-Button Automatic
- Safety Assets: Spine-Mounted Manual Slide Safety Lock
- Deployment Mechanism: Coil-Spring Firing Button
- Pocket Clip: Stainless Steel Deep-Carry (Tip-Up, Right Hand Carry Only)
- Weight: 3.60 oz (102.1 g)
