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Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife

Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife

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Our second collaboration with Bob Terzuola—known as the godfather of the tactical folder—the Cyrus takes its name from Cyrus the Great, the founder of the first Persian Empire. Based on Terzuola’s custom design, our version is about 1.8 inches shorter to save pocket space Read More

Our Pocket-Friendly Take on an Ancient Blade

Our second collaboration with Bob Terzuola—known as the godfather of the tactical folder—the Cyrus takes its name from Cyrus the Great, the founder of the first Persian Empire. Based on Terzuola’s custom design, our version is about 1.8 inches shorter to save pocket space. As the name alludes, the Cyrus features an upswept Persian-style blade made from premium S35VN stainless steel, arguably the most balanced steel on the market. Press the flipper tab and the blade deploys effortlessly thanks to the caged bearings. To keep the blade securely locked open, the titanium lockbar is fitted with a hardened steel insert. Equipped with your choice of linen micarta, canvas micarta, or carbon fiber handle scales, the Cyrus is as handsome as it is effective.

Note: This item is in stock and will ship within 1 business day. Your payment method will be charged after checkout. Cancellations are accepted up to 2 hours after checkout. 

Because this product ships from our international warehouse, please allow 4 to 8 weeks for delivery. We appreciate your patience.

Micarta is a natural material that is not UV stable. The grain and appearance of each scale will vary and may change over time. 

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Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife
Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife
Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife
Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife

Balanced, Effective & Rich With History

The Persian-style blade can be traced back to the 17th century. Originally used to bypass chainmail worn by armored soldiers, it excels at piercing, and the triple-bevel hollow-ground blade on the Cyrus offers considerable slicing performance to boot. The blade on this folder measures 3.3 inches long, but given its large belly, it actually has a 3.5-inch cutting edge. The handle is available in multiple materials. No matter what you choose, it has titanium liners (anodized to match the clip) for secure lockup. Rounding out the Cyrus’s contoured handle is a titanium pocket clip with no-show hardware for tip-up carry on the right side.

Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife
Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife

About Bob Terzuola

Bob Terzuola is one of the most respected designers in the world of custom knives. After growing up in Brooklyn and graduating from NYU, he joined the Peace Corps and worked in Panama. He then moved to Guatemala, where he trained as a jade carver and eventually began making knives for soldiers. Terzuola’s first designs were heavy-duty fixed blades for the line of duty and dense jungles of Central America. Soon, however, he saw the need for a knife with just as much utility that could be carried discreetly. The result? The first-ever tactical folding knife, made with a spine-mounted thumb disc, micarta scales, and a titanium liner lock. Later, as his career took off and his following grew, Terzuola went on to write a book on the construction of the liner-locked tactical folder. Today, he enjoys a significant following, thanks to his incomparable craftsmanship and unmistakable aesthetic. 

Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife
Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife

A Closer Look at S35VN

Developed by Crucible Industries (one of the leading manufacturers of specialty steels for the cutlery industry) and Chris Reeve (pioneer of the integral frame lock), S35VN is perhaps the most balanced blade steel ever created in terms of all-around performance. It’s made through a process known as Crucible Powdered Metallurgy, which results in near-perfect consistency in the distribution of carbides. Compared to conventional melting practices, the CPM process produces a steel characterized by superior dimensional stability, grindability, and toughness.

Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife
Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife
Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife

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Specs

  • Designed by Bob Terzuola
  • Manufactured by WE Knife
  • Produced by Drop
  • Blade: CPM-S35VN stainless steel
  • Grind: Triple-bevel hollow grind
  • Handle: Linen micarta, canvas micarta, or marbled carbon fiber
  • Hardware: Torx T8 for pivot, Torx T6 for handle and lockbar insert
  • Hardened steel lockbar insert, stop pin, and pivot barrel
  • Opening mechanism: Flipper tab
  • Lock: Liner lock
  • Pivot: Caged bearings
  • Titanium pocket clip for tip-up carry on the right side
  • Blade length: 3.3 in (8.4 cm)
  • Cutting edge: 3.5 inch (8.8 cm)
  • Blade thickness: 4.15 mm
  • Blade thickness (1 mm behind apex): 0.3 mm
  • Closed length: 4.4 in (11.3 cm)
  • Handle width without clip: 0.5 in (1.3 cm)
  • Handle width with clip: 0.66 in (1.7 cm)
  • Overall length: 7.6 in (19.4 cm)
  • Weight: 3.3 oz (94 g)

RETURNS—NO QUESTIONS ASKED

We get it. Sometimes what you ordered just doesn’t work out. If that’s the case for you, don’t fret! All customers (both US and international) may return this item in new, unused condition within 30 days of delivery.

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Estimated ship date is Sep 21, 2020 PT.

Payment will be collected at checkout. Cancellations are accepted up to 2 hours after checkout for in-stock items, or up until pre-order ships.

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What is the best way to sharpen and care for this?
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Don't let the sweeping curve of this blade deter you from buying it. Since it's not a recurve, you can generally use any means you would normally use to repair then regrind or just hone an edge...Read More
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How practical is this knife for EDC?
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GaryZero
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I feel the same way too nice to scar up for me. Doesn’t feel or look like a daily user?Read More
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What colour is the clip on the marbled carbon version? Blue, like the liners?
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Yes, it is anodized blue line the liners. If you search TERZUOLA CYRUS on YouTube there is a nice close up video of it. Beautiful knife.Read More
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