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Kit Carson, designer of the M16® Series, became famous for his titanium
frame M16 customs. True to Kit's custom design in all details, the
production M16T models have been taken a step further with the addition
of our exclusive patented* AutoLAWKS™ safety, which automatically turns
the folders into virtual fixed blades when the blade is opened and
locked.
The handles, which form the open-build frame, are CNC machined from
6AL4V titanium. The result is a better strength-to-weight ratio than
steel or aluminum, and an almost indestructible frame. The titanium
frame is minimally ceramic bead-blast finished to enhance grip. The
single 420J2 stainless steel locking liner with friction grooves
provides positive locking.
The blade is AUS 8 stainless steel, chosen for edge retention and
durability, in non-reflective fine bead blast finish, with a Combined
Razor-Sharp and Triple-Point™ Serrated edge. This steel can handle the
most rugged cutting tasks and still be field sharpened.
Of course, it also features the signature "Carson Flipper" extension to
the blade, which aids opening and acts as an additional blade guard.
The "Big Dog" M16®-14T is a hefty, full-size working knife with a dual
grind modified Tanto-style blade.
One-hand opening and closing is quick and smooth, the result of lubrous
washers at the blade pivot. The ambidextrous thumb stud with checkered
surface provides instant access in any circumstance. It features a
removable stainless steel clothing/gear clip.
Faithful replicas. Premium quality. Precise. Smooth. Amazing value for
those who want the ultimate M16. Kit Carson still marvels at how well
our production titaniums compare to his customs.
*U.S. Patent Nos. 5,596,808 and 7,437,822
About the Knife Designer
Kit Carson of Vine Grove, Kentucky, is a retired professional soldier,
rising to the level of Sergeant Major. He has made knives for 30 years
and has been a full-time knifemaker since 1993. He is a voting member of
the Knifemakers’ Guild. Kit has been an avid hunter and fisherman for
over 40 years, growing up enjoying the woods and trout streams in the
mountains of north Georgia. About his philosophy of knife design, he
says: “I strive to follow form and function in the knives I design and
build. My reputation has been built around solid working knives, both
fixed blade and folders. All the time spent outdoors as a young man and
the time spent around the world with the Army has strongly influenced
the knives I create.” Nothing reflects this approach more than the
Carson Design of our M16 series, which is built for function, not to
follow fads. This highly successful knife series was named one of the
Top 10 Factory Tactical Folders of the Decade by Blade magazine. The
M16-14M recently won a comparison test conducted by Germany’s Messer
magazine.
Specifications
Dimensions
Open Overall Length: 9.25 inches
Closed Length: 5.375 inches
Weight: 5.7 ounces
Blade
Length: 3.875 inches
Thickness: 0.14 inches
Material: AUS 8
Blade-HRC: 58-59
Finish: Bead-Blast
Grind: Hollow
Style: Tanto
Edge: Triple-Point Serrations
Handle
Material: Titanium
Liner: 420J2
Lock
Type: Locking Liner
Safety System: AutoLAWKS
Carry
Carry System: 1 Position Clip
Features
Flipper: Yes
Patent: U.S. Patents 5,596,808 7,437,822
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