Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Persian Folding Knife

We’re excited to officially introduce the Drop + Terzuola Cyrus Folding Knife. Designed in collaboration with legendary knifemaker Bob Terzuola, it sports a premium S35VN blade and a handle in your choice of canvas micarta, linen micarta, or marbled carbon fiber. Carry one yourself and let us know if you’re as pleased with it as we are.

The handle on a folding knife is just as important as the blade. Choosing the right material can be a challenge, but we’re confident in our three choices. The first material you’ll find on this folder is linen micarta. A man-made material created by layering linen and thermosetting plastic, it has a durable composition and a fabric-like feel. Next is canvas micarta, which is made the same way, using canvas instead of linen. In comparison, it’s a little stickier and more rugged. Both materials are mainstays on high-end custom knives and fixed blades, and we think they’ll look and feel great on this folder. The last material we’ve selected is marbled carbon fiber. If you’re looking for a way to really set your knife apart, you can’t go wrong with this lightweight, strong, and downright stunning handle material.

The Persian has been on our radar for quite some time. With its upswept blade and keen tip, this blade shape is excellent for a wide range of tasks, and it packs a lot more effective cutting edge than a typical blade, without adding extra length. Recently, the Persian has peaked in popularity. Knifemakers like Eric Ochs, Ferrum Forge, and Emerson have made their own faithful versions of this ancient design, fetching thousands of dollars online. With such great makers leading the charge, we know our take on the Persian can be nothing short of stellar—which is why we’re working with Bob Terzuola, the godfather of the tactical folder. After our first collaboration with Bob on the Compact Tactical Folder, we knew he would make a great partner. Bob’s been making Persians for a while now, and his knowledge has been extremely helpful in getting this project off the ground. Though we’re still in the initial phases of design, we want to keep you up to date along the way. Stay...