MA-4/II 5.25" Tactical Knife
"I love these knives, they are probably the best I have had the pleasure of using. They are fine pieces of steal. "
-- Spc. Joshua Goheen, A CO 1st BN 502nd Infantry
MA-4/II XBOND Limited Numbered Series
Born Out of a Powerful Explosive Detonation...
Explosion Bonded Titanium and CPM S30V stainless steel (XBOND): The MA-4/II XBOND 5.25Ó Tactical Knife
is theÊultimate tactical edged weapon andÊis an ideal knife for both the collector and the professional.
Only 25 knives were made of the Explosion Bonded Titanium and CPM 230V. These 25 knives represent the first and only time
stainless steel was Explosion Bonded with titanium for any application, not just knives - this is a proprietary aerospace
manufacturing process - a true Space Age material.
"The explosion bonding manufacturing process permanently fuses otherwise incompatible metals at the molecular level." - PA&E
Titanium and S30V stainless steel is formed into a true metallurgical bond as a result of a powerful
explosive detonation, creating robust, yet lightweight construction.
Shown in the first photo (left) is the raw, and very hot, MA-4/II blade material shortly after the bonding detonation. The first MA-4/II prototype knives were made from this particular piece of material in April - May 2007.
The explosives are place directly on top of the two pieces of material. The blast marks are visible and the material is warped from the extreme force and heat of the explosion.
In the second photo (right), a magnified cross-section view of a different piece of bonded material shows the layers of different metals now one.
XBOND is the proprietary technology of Pacific Aerospace & Electronics, Inc. (PA&E)
http://www.pacaero.com
MA-4/II ADVENTURE READY VERSATILE SHEATH
Heavy-Duty construction using G10, Concealex® and Kydex®, includes a diamond sharpener, our MA Versatile Clip for secure and easy attachment, and an additional secure safety that is easy to release or engage single-handedly whenever you remove or replace the knife.
Two Safeties: Protected from accidental and unauthorized release. Both safeties automatically lock when the knife is inserted into sheath for a secure and convenient carry.
Safety Release: To release knife from sheath, press release button, from any grip position, left or right handed.
Clip: Adjustable/Removable stainless steel wire clip.
Note: XBOND has black clip, S30V model has plain clip.
Diamond Sharpener: 25 micron - fine grit.
U.S. MSRP:
SPECIFICATIONS
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