Kershaw Parley Slipjoint Cleaver Blade Folding Knife (4384)

Description

The Kershaw Parley Slipjoint Cleaver Blade Folding Knife (4384) offers a fresh perspective on the traditional folding knife, blending classic slipjoint functionality with a highly practical cleaver blade. This unique combination makes it an excellent choice for a wide range of everyday cutting tasks, from opening packages to light food preparation. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the Parley features a 3.1-inch 7Cr17MoV stainless steel blade, known for its ability to maintain a good edge and resist wear. The blade’s satin finish provides a timeless aesthetic that complements its overall design.

The handle scales are made from polished canvas micarta, a material celebrated for its comfort, grip, and subtle visual texture. These are beautifully accented by stainless steel bolsters and brass liners, adding both structural integrity and a touch of refined elegance. As a non-locking slipjoint knife, the Parley offers a legal-carry solution in many areas, relying on a robust backspring to keep the blade securely open or closed. Its manual opening via a nail nick and the absence of a pocket clip further underscore its classic pocketknife identity. A lanyard hole with a brass trim ring is included, allowing for alternative carry methods.

KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

• Traditional Slipjoint Design: Offers a non-locking mechanism, relying on spring tension for blade retention, making it suitable for carry in various environments with specific knife regulations.
• Distinctive Cleaver Blade: Features a 3.1-inch blade with a cleaver profile, providing excellent slicing capabilities for diverse tasks, from utility cuts to food preparation.
• Quality Blade Material: Constructed from 7Cr17MoV stainless steel, which ensures reliable edge retention, good toughness, and resistance to corrosion for consistent performance.
• Elegant Micarta Handles: The polished canvas micarta handles provide a comfortable and secure grip, while stainless steel bolsters and brass liners enhance the knife’s classic look and durability.
• Convenient Manual Opening: Equipped with a traditional nail nick for easy, reliable manual blade deployment.
• Lanyard Compatible: Includes a lanyard hole with a brass trim ring, offering an additional secure carry option.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Blade Length: 3.1 in. (7.9 cm)
• Blade Material: 7Cr17MoV
• Blade Finish/Coating: Satin finish
• Blade Thickness: 0.095 in. (2.413 mm)
• Closed Length: 4.1 in. (10.4 cm)
• Handle Material: Micarta, stainless steel bolster
• Handle Thickness: 0.4 in. (10.16 mm)
• Overall Length: 7.2 in. (18.3 cm)
• Weight: 2.8 oz. (79 g)
• Lock Type: Slipjoint
• Included: Kershaw Parley Folding Knife (Model 4384)

HOW TO USE:

• Grip the Handle: Hold the knife handle firmly but comfortably in your dominant hand.
• Locate the Nail Nick: Find the small crescent-shaped indentation (nail nick) on the side of the blade near the pivot.
• Open the Blade: Place your thumbnail into the nail nick and gently pull the blade outward and away from the handle. Continue pulling until the blade is fully extended and the slipjoint spring engages, holding it in the open position. You should feel a distinct “click” or resistance as it locks into place.
• Perform Task: Use the sharp cleaver blade for your desired cutting, slicing, or light chopping task. Always cut away from your body and maintain control of the blade.
• Close the Blade: To close, firmly grasp the handle and use your thumb or fingers to push the back of the blade towards the handle. The slipjoint mechanism will allow the blade to fold back into the handle. Guide the blade carefully until it is fully nested within the handle’s recess.

BENEFITS OF USING KERSHAW PARLEY SLIPJOINT CLEAVER BLADE FOLDING KNIFE (4384):

• Versatile cutting tool with a cleaver blade perfect for both utility and food-related tasks.
• Slipjoint mechanism allows legal carry in more regions, offering flexibility and peace of mind.
• Micarta handle ensures a comfortable, textured grip during extended use.
• 7Cr17MoV steel offers a strong combination of corrosion resistance and edge retention.
• Classic design with premium materials provides a timeless, stylish everyday carry option.

FEATURES:

• Traditional detent mechanism for safe blade positioning
• Blade made from 7Cr17MoV high-carbon stainless steel
• Satin-finished blade provides a clean, refined appearance
• Handle scales crafted from polished canvas micarta for a unique texture
• Integrated stainless steel bolsters on the handle for added strength
• Internal brass liners contribute to the knife’s structural integrity and classic look
• Manual opening via a single nail nick on the blade
• Designed without a pocket clip, emphasizing a traditional pocket carry
• Incorporates a lanyard hole with a decorative brass trim ring
• Overall compact and lightweight build for easy everyday carry