The WASP   

Howard Viele, a Knifemaker's Guild member for over two decades, ranks right at the top of the list of those making high tech locking liner folders.  As Ken Warner, Editor of Knives '85 said, "Viele knives are handsome knives that look so good, and so often different as well, you can't help noticing.  That's practically a definition of style... [His knives are] possibly the Rolex of the cutlery world." 

 
       The Wasp's blade is premium AUS 118 stainless steel in a frost finish with a titanium handle, completed in a silver/gray bead blast.  The titanium frame is precision machined to create a pocket for the stainless steel locking liner.  The strength of titanium allows an elegant and easily-cleaned open back design.  All fasteners are Torx® for maximum strength, and blade pivot bearings are Teflon®.
       The scales are G10, in a custom laminate of alternating blue and black fiberglass unique to CRKT, contoured to fit the hand, and minimally textured for a sure grip.
       Howard is noted for his special touches.  For example, the blade pivot screws are a specially machined, stepped design.  The thumb stud features another Howard Viele innovation, a soft Kraton® insert, for a perfect soft touch on opening and closing.
       A custom, Teflon plated, removable stainless steel pocket clip completes the package.  Of course, both the pocket clip and blade are identified by Viele's trademark triple holes.
       It's a remarkable personal knife, suitable to collect, yet affordable enough to carry daily.

WASP 8001 & 8011 Specifications:
Blade:   Overall length: 2.87" (7.3 cm)
              Cutting edge: 2.75" (7.0 cm)
              Thickness: 0.12" (0.3 cm)
              Steel: AUS 118, 59-60 HRC
Handle: Closed length: 4.00" (10.2 cm)
Weight: 3.4oz (96 g)
Models:
8001:    Razor-Sharp Cutting Edge
8011:    Combined Razor-Sharp and Triple Point™ Serrated Cutting Edge
Retail Price $114.99
LPS Price $91.99 Sale Price $85.00 free shipping included!

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WASP 8002 & 8012 Specifications:
Blade:   Overall length: 3.13" (8.0 cm)
              Cutting edge: 2.87 (7.3 cm)
              Thickness: 0.12" (0.3 cm)
              Steel: AUS 118, 59-60 HRC
Handle: Closed length: 4.38" (11.1 cm)
Weight: 2.5oz. (71 g)
Models:
8002:    Razor-Sharp Cutting Edge
8012:    Combined Razor-Sharp and Triple Point™ Serrated Cutting Edge
Retail Price $124.99
LPS Price $99.99 Sale Price $90.00  free shipping included!

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