*PLEASE USE CODE FT12 WITH THIS ITEM*
Flytanium BEEF Tenderizer Crossbar Lock 3.50 Inch Sandvik 14C28N Stonewash Blade Gray Knurled Steel Handle FLY1386TZ UPC 645490983848
Product Description
The Flytanium® BEEF – Tenderizer (SKU: FLY-1386TZ / UPC: 645490983848) takes Flytanium's flagship hard-use folding platform into an unapologetically heavy-duty tier of EDC dominance. Engineered for users who demand substantial heft, absolute mechanical reliability, and structural rigidity in hand, the Tenderizer pairs a stout 3.50-inch blade profile with an ambidextrous crossbar locking mechanism. Built to pound through demanding utility, workshop, outdoor, and daily cutting chores, this folder provides uncompromising lockup strength and rapid one-handed deployment.
At the mechanical heart of the Tenderizer is a robust 0.135-inch thick blade crafted from Swedish Sandvik 14C28N stainless steel, heat-treated to an optimal 58–60 HRC range. Renowned for its fine carbide microstructure, 14C28N provides an exceptional balance of razor apex stability, acute impact toughness, and remarkable corrosion resistance that outperforms standard budget steels. The drop point geometry features a 4.6-degree primary flat grind for efficient slicing geometry backed by rugged tip strength, while the tumbled stonewash finish sheds surface wear, minimizes reflectivity, and masks hard-use abrasions.
The chassis architecture sets the Tenderizer apart from ordinary production folders. Weighing in at nearly half a pound, the handle utilizes solid-steel scales aggressively machined with a distinctive knurled meat-tenderizer diamond pattern that anchors firmly into bare hands or tactical work gloves. Nested structural steel liners support the crossbar lock interface, while steel ball bearings within polymer cages yield a glass-smooth glide on the pivot. Complete with all-T8 Torx hardware, reinforced thumb studs, and a reversible deep-carry tip-up pocket clip anchored by flush flathead screws, the BEEF Tenderizer delivers relentless leverage in the field.
*Bladesmith Bench Notes & Field Maintenance Guidance:*
Deployment, Carry & Metallurgy Advisory: The BEEF Tenderizer utilizes an ambidextrous crossbar lock operating on internal twin omega springs, paired with a caged steel ball-bearing pivot and Sandvik 14C28N stainless steel. While 14C28N exhibits high resistance to pitting and environmental oxidation, the heavy all-steel handle construction and nested lock cavities require standard preventive care. Always maintain the factory 23-degree per side sharpening angle when touching up the apex on ceramic or diamond stones. Use proper T8 Torx drivers for all fasteners to avoid mechanical cam-out, and never flood the lock track with viscous grease that attracts abrasive pocket debris.
- Verify the blade path and work area are completely clear of obstructions, keeping fingers clear of the blade track and locking bar path during initial inspection.
- Inspect the pivot tension and crossbar engagement for smooth glide, removing any excess factory shipping grease with low-pressure compressed air or an isopropyl alcohol wipe.
- Select your preferred carry orientation (right-hand or left-hand tip-up) and secure the reversible deep-carry clip using a quality T8 Torx driver with a medium-strength blue threadlocker compound applied to the flush flathead fasteners.
- Apply a single drop of premium light synthetic lubricant directly to the caged pivot bearings and crossbar interface tracks, wiping the 14C28N stonewashed blade with a micro-thin film of corrosion inhibitor.
- Perform final lockup verification by cycling the blade smoothly to check for centered blade alignment, instantaneous lockbar detent return, and absolute zero horizontal or vertical blade play.
Key Features
- Sandvik 14C28N Drop Point Blade: High-performance 3.50" Swedish stainless steel blade with a 0.135" stock thickness, delivering razor edge retention, exceptional toughness, and a wear-masking stonewash finish.
- Knurled Steel Tenderizer Scales: Solid-steel handle construction featuring an aggressive CNC meat-tenderizer diamond knurl pattern for unyielding grip traction and maximum operational mass.
- Smooth Caged Bearing Crossbar Lock: Fully ambidextrous crossbar lock mechanism paired with caged steel ball bearings for instantaneous deployment and bank-vault lockup security.
- All-T8 Hardware & Flush Deep-Carry Clip: Unified T8 Torx fasteners throughout the chassis, beefed-up steel thumb studs, and a reversible tip-up deep-carry pocket clip with snag-free flathead screws.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Flytanium®
- Model/Series: BEEF – Tenderizer
- MPN / SKU: FLY-1386TZ / FLY1386TZ
- UPC: 645490983848
- Blade Length: 3.50" (88.9 mm)
- Blade Thickness: 0.135" (3.43 mm)
- Overall Length (OAL): 8.20" (208.3 mm)
- Closed / Handle Length: 4.68" (118.9 mm)
- Blade Steel: Sandvik 14C28N Stainless Steel (58-60 HRC)
- Blade Style / Grind: Drop Point / Flat Grind (4.6° Primary Grind)
- Blade Finish / Color: Stonewash
- Edge Type: Plain
- Handle Material / Color: Knurled Steel / Stonewash Gray
- Locking / Action Mechanism: Ambidextrous Crossbar Lock / Dual Thumb Studs
- Pocket Clip / Sheath: Reversible Deep-Carry Tip-Up Pocket Clip (T8 Flathead Screws)
- Weight: 7.19 oz (203.8 g)
- Country of Origin: China
