Folding knife 'RNGR ST-2' made of stainless steel thinner than 4 coins
If you bring a knife, it is a little dangerous when cutting hard objects such as wood unless the blade is thick and sturdy to some extent, but the stronger the knife, the larger the grip and case, and the heavier it becomes. The knife that solves such dissatisfaction is ' RNGR ST-2 '. The RNGR ST-2 has a blade thickness of about 1.6 mm (0.62 inch), which is almost the same as a general foldable folding knife, but when folded, the grip thickness is about 3.2 mm (0.62 inch) and weighs. Approximately 39.7 grams (1.4 ounces), an easy-to-carry, rust-resistant knife made entirely of stainless steel.
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The RNGR ST-2 is not only thinner than a knife of the same blade thickness, but also very thin compared to a typical knife.
Although the blade thickness is about 1.6 mm (0.62 inch), which is almost the same as a general folding knife, it is only about 3.2 mm (0.62 inch) thick including the grip, so it is a general one. The thinness is obvious when compared.
Click the image below to play the GIF movie and get a feel for the thickness of the folded RNGR ST-2 in one shot.
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The blade made of stainless steel with a blade length of about 56.0 mm (2.2 inches) and a blade thickness of about 1.6 mm (0.62 inches) is necessary and sufficient for cutting wood.
You can feel the feeling of taking out the RNGR ST-2 in your pocket and opening the blade by clicking the image below and picking it up with a GIF movie.
The folded body with a thickness of about 3.2 mm (0.62 inches) can't store a knife with the same blade length, in a double pocket of jeans ...
It doesn't stand out even if you put it in a thin, tight-fitting trouser pocket ...
You can also put it in your wallet.
Because it is thin, it does not get in the way even if you put it in the outer pocket, and you can quickly take it out when you want to use it.
There is a hole in the folding hinge part, and you can hang it like a key chain by passing it through the ring. By folding it, you don't have to worry about getting injured by the blade. In addition, since the length of the blade is 2.2 inches (about 5.8 cm), there is a high possibility that it does not fall
With a weight of about 39.7 grams, even if you don't plan to use it outdoors, you can attach it to a carabiner and use it to 'take one for the time being' without using space and physical strength.
By attaching an optional clip, it can also be hooked in a pocket or the like. However, note that in this case, the thickness of the main body will increase.
Detailed specifications include a weight of approximately 39.7 grams (1.4 ounces), a blade length of approximately 56.0 mm (2.2 inches), a blade thickness of approximately 1.6 mm (0.62 inches), and a thickness including grip of approximately 3.2 mm (0.62 inches). The material is SUS440C stainless steel for both the blade and grip. No bolts or screws are used in the body.
The parts are made of only two stainless steel plates, so you don't have to worry about rusting. Therefore, it is okay to use it at sea or near the water.
The blade can be easily removed by turning it in the opposite direction to the opening direction, so if it becomes dull, replace it with a new blade, or if you are traveling a long distance, bring only the grip on board at the airport and then transport the replacement blade separately. Or you can use it to purchase it while traveling.
Click the image below to play a GIF movie and see how to remove the blade in one shot.
The mechanism by which this RNGR ST-2 can easily remove the blade part has been patented under the name 'Fly Off', and this technology is an application of
Nate Barr, the creator of RNGR ST-2, is a person who studied mechanical engineering and has experience working at a product design company, and has the goal of making 'Made in America' products and revitalizing the American manufacturing industry. It is said that it is. In the past, he has successfully completed as many as six projects on Kickstarter, including WildCard, a card-type folding knife.
Such RNGR ST-2 is also looking for investment at Kickstarter, a crowdfunding site. The target amount was 15,000 dollars (about 1,662,000 yen), but by the time 11 days are left until the deadline, it is already 1.6 times more than the target amount, 24,600 dollars (about 2,725,600 yen) Is collecting.
If you want to get RNGR ST-2, the investment plan has the following structure.
・ $ 44 (approx. 4900 yen): RNGR ST-2 x 1, shipping $ 15 (approx. 1700 yen) Product shipping schedule: March 2018
・ $ 54 (approx. 6000 yen): RNGR ST-2 x 1, clip x 1, shipping $ 15 (approx. 1700 yen) Product shipping schedule: April 2018
・ $ 59 (approx. 6500 yen): RNGR ST-2 x 1, clip x 1, shipping $ 15 (approx. 1700 yen) Product shipping schedule: April 2018 * Supporter B plan
・ $ 69 (approx. 7700 yen): RNGR ST-2 x 1, clip x 1, spare blade x 2, shipping $ 15 (approx. 1700 yen) Product shipping schedule: April 2018 * Early Bird C Plan
・ $ 79 (approx. 8800 yen): RNGR ST-2 x 1, clip x 1, spare blade x 2, shipping $ 15 (approx. 1700 yen) Product shipping schedule: April 2018 * Supporter C plan
A separate shipping fee of $ 15 (1700 yen) to Japan is required for each plan. The deadline for investing in RNGR ST-2 is until 13:59 on February 1, 2018 (Thursday) in Japan time, and the product is scheduled to be shipped from March 2018 to April 2018.
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