Viper Knives Handy 2 Tactical Fixed Blade Knife - 3.25" Böhler M390 Steel - Green Canvas Micarta Handle (VT4050CG)
Product Description
When executing modern utility, rescue, or everyday field tasking, traditional drop-point or clip-point hunting knives frequently present an unnecessary safety risk. An aggressive, swept tip can easily puncture deep into vital organs when dressing game, slice too deep during fine wood processing, or inadvertently pierce nearby gear or clothing under high-leverage push cuts. The Viper Knives Handy 2 Fixed Blade directly solves this problem by updating the compact, full-tang field profile of its predecessor with a highly controlled, flat-ground sheepsfoot architecture. Designed by celebrated master craftsman Fabrizio Silvestrelli, this versatile tool provides maximum downward slicing pressure and structural confidence while drastically minimizing the risk of accidental tip penetration.
Meticulously manufactured to aerospace tolerances in Maniago, Italy, the technical foundation of the Handy 2 relies on a robust 0.16-inch thick slab of premium Böhler M390 stainless steel. This cobalt-enriched European super steel is globally renowned among tactical armorers for its spectacular wear resistance, extreme micro-grain edge stability, and immense corrosion defense at a rockwell hardness of 59-61 HRC. The 3.25-inch blade is executed with a non-reflective, rock-tumbled stonewashed finish that completely eliminates glare and masks surface scuffs from hard field work. This indestructible full tang is wrapped in hand-finished, 3D-machined Green Canvas Micarta handle scales, structurally milled with complex deep-groove ergonomics to remain unyielding against hand fatigue and wet conditions.
Functionally, the Handy 2 acts as a seamless and powerful mechanical extension of the operator's hand. The iconic sheepsfoot profile features a subtle top swedge that shifts mass closer to the user's thumb, paired with extensive jimped thumb ramps across the spine for unmatched tactile feedback. The handle geometry includes a highly pronounced forward index finger choil and a deeply flared pommel that mechanically locks into a full four-finger purchase, ensuring your hand never slips forward onto the plain edge during high-force cutting cycles. For effortless transport and immediate deployment readiness, the knife includes a precision-molded black Kydex belt sheath that ensures a crisp, rattle-free friction click and adapts easily to horizontal or vertical placement on a standard gear rig.
*EDC Bench Notes & Pocket Care Guidance:
While the Böhler M390 super steel blade and stonewashed finish offer exceptional near-proof defense against harsh atmospheric corrosion, basic routine maintenance ensures this premium tool functions flawlessly for a lifetime. After hard field exposure to moisture, dirt, or organic material, always wash the blade down with fresh water and wipe it completely dry. The 3D-machined Green Canvas Micarta handles will naturally absorb natural skin oils and darken over time, building a unique, personalized character; if you prefer to restore the original bright factory hue, simply scrub the scales gently with warm water, mild soap, and a soft nylon brush. Regularly verify that your Kydex sheath belt mount hardware remains snugly torqued down.
Key Features
- **Fabrizio Silvestrelli Design:** Masterfully engineered by industry icon Fabrizio Silvestrelli to combine sleek, fluid Italian styling with real-world hard utility performance.
- **Böhler M390 Super Steel:** Features a 3.25-inch premium stainless sheepsfoot blade optimized for extraordinary edge longevity and near-absolute rust immunity.
- **Tactical Sheepsfoot Profile:** Engineered with a straight, high-efficiency cutting edge that concentrates maximum downward leverage right down the slicing plane while safeguarding the tip.
- **3D Machined Micarta Scales:** Ergonomically contoured Green Canvas Micarta handle scales absorb structural shocks and become increasingly high-traction when exposed to wet, slick, or muddy conditions.
- **Rugged Stonewashed Finish:** Features a non-reflective, heavy stonewash texture that diffuses surface glare and effortlessly conceals abrasions sustained during heavy tasking.
- **Precision Kydex Carry Sheath:** Included custom-fit black Kydex sheath provides secure friction retention and features highly adaptable hardware for vertical or horizontal belt carry.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Viper Knives
- Line: Handy 2 Series
- MPN: VT4050CG
- UPC: 871373614756
- Designer: Fabrizio Silvestrelli
- Country of Origin: Italy (Maniago)
- Blade Length: 3.25 Inches (82.6 mm)
- Overall Length: 7.00 Inches (177.8 mm)
- Blade Thickness: 0.160 Inches (4.0 mm)
- Blade Material: Böhler M390 Stainless Steel
- Blade Hardness: 59-61 HRC
- Blade Style: Sheepsfoot / Wharncliffe Hybrid
- Blade Grind: Flat
- Blade Finish: Stonewashed
- Edge Type: Plain
- Handle Material: 3D Machined Canvas Micarta
- Handle Color: Green
- Tang Structure: Full Tang
- Sheath Included: Yes (Black Kydex)
