Spyderco Ark, H-2, PlainEdge

Ark™

The ARK™—or “Always Ready Knife”—was conceived by U.S. Army combat veteran John Shirley and his friend Sam Owens as a lightweight self-defense tool that could be carried anywhere. Also suited to daily utilitarian use, its deeply curved clip point blade packs impressive cutting power into a compact envelope. The ARK’s ultra-corrosion-resistant PlainEdge™ blade is hollow ground from H-2 steel and paired with a durable fiberglass-reinforced-nylon (FRN) handle. Molded directly onto the tang, it features a Bi-Directional Texture™ pattern to guarantee a non-slip grip, even with wet hands. The ARK includes an injection-molded polymer sheath with an integral retention tab and a breakaway ball chain.

SPECS

• Overall Length: 4.98in 126mm
• Closed Length: in mm
• Blade Thickness: .08in 2mm
• Tip Carry Position: N/A
• Sheath: Polymer
• Blade Length: 2.56in 65mm
• Edge Length: 2.1in 53mm
• Handle Material: FRN
• Lock Type: N/A
• Origin: Japan
• Steel: H-2
• Knife Weight: .9oz 26g
• Clip Position: N/A
• Grind: Hollow