2412-IW CHOP 4 Front Flipper Folding Knife, Desert Ironwood Handle, SLD San Mai Steel, Japanese-Style Tanto

North Mountain Blade 2412 – Japanese-Style Tanto Front Flipper

The 2412 series is our flagship model, a true pioneer that helped spark the front flipper trend. While front flippers remain a niche choice in the U.S., this knife has achieved legendary status in Asia, with over 50,000 units sold.

It features a Japanese-style tanto blade crafted from premium SLD-Magic Japanese steel, forged in a stunning three-layer San Mai construction with visible wave patterns. The result is not only visually striking but also delivers outstanding cutting performance. With a hardness of 60–61 HRC, the blade offers exceptional edge retention and durability.

Every element of the 2412 series reflects pure design philosophy — clean, functional, and free from unnecessary decoration. It’s a knife that blends elegance with strength, making it a true signature piece in our collection.

Benefits of Desert Ironwood Handles

1. Material Excellence

• Extreme density & hardness: Heavier than water, highly resistant to wear, comparable to stone or metal.

• Natural oil content: Self-lubricating, retains luster without extra treatment, smooth to the touch.

• Exceptional stability: Resists cracking, shrinking, or warping even under extreme climates.

2. Luxury Appearance

• Unique grain patterns: Flame-like, wavy, or cloud-like figures that make every piece one of a kind.

• Rich color palette: From deep browns and purples to near black, often with golden or amber highlights.

• Rare & exclusive: Found only in the Sonoran Desert region of the U.S. and Mexico, strictly limited in supply.

3. Premium Handle Value

• Preferred by master craftsmen: A signature choice for custom and collectible knives.

• Warm tactile feel: Hard as iron yet comfortable and natural in hand, unlike metal or synthetics.

• Collectible & prestigious: Its rarity and beauty elevate a knife from a tool to a luxury item with lasting value.

High-End Positioning

Desert Ironwood is not just a handle material—it’s a mark of craftsmanship, exclusivity, and prestige.