RYAN MODEL SEVEN

       Leading California knifemaker Steve Ryan is an absolutely unique knife designer and maker who specializes in tactical folders.  As a student of Okinawan go gyo, Ryan blends his knowledge of the martial arts with the art of knifemaking.  His knives have force of principle, force of design, force of power, typically with unique blade styles and functionally skeletonized handles.  He says, "If I had to make knives that look like everyone else's, I wouldn't make them at all."  There is nothing "traditional" about a Ryan design.
      Ryan's model Seven was inspired by the Filipino barong.  CRKT chose to make a production model of the Model Seven because it is a strong, powerful work knife.  A deep finger choil gives exceptional grip, and the deep bellied blade provides superior cutting power.  Ours is sized slightly smaller than Ryan's custom version, for easier carrying and better daily utility.
      Knife build is our strong Inter-Frame construction, with dual 420J2 stainless steel liners, one locking, and 6061 T6 hard anodized aluminum back spacer.  Torx® fasteners are used throughout.  The black textured Zytel® scales are skeletonized in Ryan's trademark aggressive zig-zag pattern, for exceptional grip with less weight.  This is a work tool that grips you back.
      The blade, of tough AUS 6M stainless steel, is ground to leave maximum metal at the blade center for strength.  It is available in Razor-Sharp and Combination Triple-Point™ and Razor-Sharp edges.  Deep thumb grooves aid grip and tell the hand precisely where the blade is at all times.  It pivots on Teflon bearings.  Special massive oversized dual thumb studs are instantly available without searching.
       To provide the maximum in security, we have incorporated the patented Lake And Walker Knife Safety (LAWKS®), which effectively makes the Model Seven folder into a fixed blade when locked.
       A custom removable Teflon® plated stainless steel clothing/gear clip completes the Model Seven package.
       The Ryan Model Seven:  A forceful design statement.  And one tough, long-lasting work tool.

Ryan Model Seven Specifications:
Blade:   Overall length: 3.50" (8.9 cm)
              Cutting edge: 3.38" (8.6 cm)
              Thickness: 0.12" (0.30 cm)
              Steel: AUS 6M, 55-57 HRC
Handle: Closed length: 4.50" (11.4 cm)
Weight: 5.7 oz. (162 g)
Models:
6803:    Razor-Sharp Cutting Edge
6813:    Combined Razor-Sharp and Triple Point™ Serrated Cutting Edge
Retail: $59.99
LPS Sale Price $47.99 free shipping included!

Also available in with non-reflective Black Teflon Plating.  Same specifications as noted above.
Models:
6803K:    Black T Razor-Sharp Cutting Edge
6813K:    Black T Combined Razor-Sharp and Triple Point™ Serrated Cutting Edge
Retail: $69.99
LPS Sale Price $55.99 free shipping included!