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OKAPI KNIFES
OKAPI KNIFES
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Crafted for versatility and built to last, this new Okapi Folding Knife features a premium N690 stainless steel blade for outstanding edge retention and corrosion resistance. Choose between a modern GFN handle or a classic wood finish - both offering durability and ergonomic comfort. With its sleek, new-age design suited for everyday carry, the Swiss have Army... but Africa has Okapi!
An Okapi knife is a durable, affordable folding or fixed-blade knife, famous in Africa for its ruggedness, with roots in German colonial trade, now a cultural staple known for its simple design, carbon steel blade, and iconic ratchet lock, available in various styles like folding pocket knives and large machetes for bush work.
- Origin & History: Introduced in 1902 from Solingen, Germany, for African colonies, production later shifted to South Africa, becoming deeply ingrained in local culture.
- Design: Simple, robust, and functional, often featuring traditional hardwood or bright plastic handles (orange, green, black).
- Blade: Typically made from high-quality carbon steel (like 1075), known for being tough, easy to sharpen, and holding an edge well.
- Locking Mechanism: The folding models often use a distinctive ratchet lock, providing secure blade retention with a satisfying "click".
- Variety: Ranges from small folding pocket knives (like the 907E) for everyday carry (EDC) to large machetes (Latin, Jungle, Bowie) for heavy-duty outdoor tasks
