ESEE Knives Expat Medellin II Crossbar Lock Folding Knife - 3.50" CPM-S35VN Stonewashed Drop Point Blade - OD Green Canvas Micarta Handle (MEDELLIN02)
Product Description
When ESEE set out to update the popular Expat Medellin folding knife, they didn't just tweak a few details—they gave it a complete ground-up overhaul to build a true heavy-duty everyday carry workhorse. The ESEE Medellin II replaces the original frame lock with a smooth, fully ambidextrous Crossbar Lock mechanism and upgrades the steel to premium American CPM-S35VN powder metallurgy stainless steel.
The core of the Medellin II is its 3.50-inch drop point blade, featuring a versatile flat grind and a rugged stonewashed finish that hides everyday scratches and scuffs with ease. Upgraded to CPM-S35VN, this blade offers a huge leap forward in edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance compared to standard budget steels. Dual thumb studs allow for snappy, manual deployment, while the smooth Crossbar Lock mechanism lets you open and close the knife easily with either hand without putting your fingers in the blade's path.
The handle is built for hard work and all-weather comfort, featuring contoured OD Green Canvas Micarta scales mounted over skeletonized stainless steel liners. Micarta is famous for providing a warm, organic feel in hand that actually gains extra grip when wet or sweaty. Outfitted with a reversible deep-carry stainless steel pocket clip for tip-up carry, the ESEE Medellin II is a tough, reliable daily cutter designed to handle field work, jobsite tasks, and backcountry chores with ease.
*Bench Notes & Care Guidance:*
The Medellin II pairs premium CPM-S35VN stainless steel with textured canvas Micarta handle scales. CPM-S35VN provides excellent rust resistance, making it low-maintenance for daily carry. The OD Green Canvas Micarta handle will naturally absorb oils from your hands over time, darkening slightly and developing a rich, unique patina. If you ever want to restore the handle's original lighter green look, simply scrub the scales gently with warm water, mild dish soap, and a soft nylon brush, then let them air dry.
Key Features
- **Ambidextrous Crossbar Lock:** Smooth, high-strength locking mechanism provides rock-solid lockup and allows safe, single-handed closing.
- **CPM-S35VN Super Steel:** High-performance American powder metallurgy stainless steel delivers outstanding edge longevity, high toughness, and rust resistance.
- **OD Green Canvas Micarta Scales:** Textured handle scales offer an ergonomic, slip-resistant purchase that gains traction in wet or sweaty conditions.
- **Hard-Working Drop Point Profile:** Versatile 3.50-inch stonewashed blade with a flat grind handles everything from heavy slicing to detail utility cuts.
- **Dual Thumb Stud Deployment:** Ambidextrous thumb studs allow for fast, intuitive manual blade opening.
- **Deep-Carry Pocket Clip:** Reversible stainless steel clip buries the knife comfortably low in your pocket for tip-up left- or right-hand carry.
Product Specifications
- Brand: ESEE Knives / Expat Knives
- Model: Medellin II (Medellin 2)
- MPN: MEDELLIN02 / MEDELLIN-02
- UPC: 811328026098
- Blade Length: 3.50 Inches (88.9 mm)
- Closed Length: 4.80 Inches (121.9 mm)
- Overall Length: 8.30 Inches (210.8 mm)
- Blade Thickness: 0.12 Inches (3.0 mm)
- Blade Material: CPM-S35VN Stainless Steel
- Blade Hardness: 59-61 HRC
- Blade Style: Drop Point
- Blade Grind: Flat Grind
- Blade Finish: Stonewashed
- Edge Type: Plain Edge
- Handle Material: OD Green Canvas Micarta
- Liner Material: Skeletonized Stainless Steel
- Lock Type: Crossbar Lock
- Deployment Mechanism: Dual Manual Thumb Studs
- Pocket Clip: Stainless Steel Deep Carry (Tip-Up, Left/Right Reversible)
- Weight: 4.10 oz (116.2 g)
