KANSEPT Osprey Thumb Hole Knife Lightning Strike Anodized Titanium Handle (2.23'' Damascus Blade) Jonathan Shaw Design - K2087A2

About Designer

As an 18-year-old Canadian knifemaker, Johnathan Shaw is the youngest designer on the Kansept Team. From a very young age Johnathan had a keen interest in knives and tools. When this interest crossed paths with working with his hands, a brand-new fixation was formed: knifemaking. At age 14 he took a headlong dive into the craft and dedicated himself to creating the best knives he could. This lasted for just three years, as Johnathan recently closed his shop to begin a career in the Canadian Armed Forces as an Engineer Officer. While he is currently no longer able to make knives, he plans to return after university and start again. Until then, Johnathan will continue to work with companies like Kansept Knives to bring his designs to market.

About Design

The Osprey was designed to be the most attitude in the smallest package. It features an aggressive recurved hawksbill blade and a prominent front flipper, making this little knife loads of fun. The Osprey offers a great fidget factor with its thumb hole and jimped front flipper, and while the blade is short, it packs a punch.

FEATURES

*Versatile Recurved Hawksbill CPM S35VN or Damascus Blade
-The Osprey features a distinctive recurved hawksbill blade crafted from premium CPM S35VN steel or high-quality Damascus, offering superior performance and edge retention. Its unique shape ensures precise slicing and excellent control, making it ideal for various tasks. With its durable materials, the Sprey delivers both functionality and style in a compact package.
*Full Titanium Handle with a Solid Frame Lock Mechanism
-The Osprey boasts a lightweight full titanium handle with internal milling slots that reduce weight without sacrificing strength. Its Frame Lock mechanism ensures a secure blade lock, providing confidence and reliability during use.
*Ergonomic and Compact Design
-The Osprey is designed for comfort, featuring smooth, flowing lines that fit perfectly in the hand. Despite its compact size, the handle contours to the palm, with all edges rounded and a crowned spine on the blade for a secure, comfortable grip. This thoughtful design ensures a pleasant user experience without any irritation.
*Multiple Deployment Options
-The Osprey pocket Knife offers multiple opening methods, featuring both a thumb hole and a front Flipper for versatile deployment. With caged ceramic ball bearings, the action is incredibly smooth and responsive, ensuring effortless opening every time.

SPECIFICATIONS

The Damascus steel we use is a premium composite of 9Cr and 440C stainless steels, distinguishing it from lower-quality options. This is genuine, layered stainless Damascus—not simply etched or patterned imitations seen in cheaper knives. Unlike traditional high-carbon Damascus, which is prone to rust, this stainless Damascus combines exceptional durability with corrosion resistance, making it ideal for lasting use. Comparable to high-end stainless Damascus like Damasteel, our steel surpasses carbon-based Damascus commonly used in brands like Kershaw in both quality and performance.