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Drop + Eric Ochs Lynx Titanium Liner Lock Knife

Drop + Eric Ochs Lynx Titanium Liner Lock Knife

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Small in stature and big on function, the Lynx is our second collaboration with knifemaker Eric Ochs. It’s made with premium materials and comes in six sleek styles.

A Dream in the Hand, An Afterthought in the Pocket

Custom knifemaker Eric Ochs is no stranger to the outdoors. A childhood spent in the Oregon countryside helped him learn the utility of a good knife in the field, which ignited a passion for making them himself. Our second collaboration with Ochs, the Lynx is a compact titanium liner lock with a premium RWL34 steel blade and a G-10 handle—the same materials found in the larger Orca folding knife. Measuring 6.9 inches long, the Lynx is far smaller than the Orca, but it has plenty of size for daily cutting tasks, like opening boxes, piercing through packaging, cutting food, and more. Opening the knife is smooth and easy, courtesy of the flipper tab, dual thumbstuds, and caged ceramic bearings. Rounding out the Lynx is a curved titanium pocket clip that mimics the contours of the handle, and matching anodized titanium liners and hardware. 

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.

Due to the sensitive nature of shipping knives internationally, we can only ship this knife to select countries. It is the responsibility of the buyer to know and comply with all importation regulations and local laws. Click here for additional information.

Drop + Eric Ochs Lynx Titanium Liner Lock Knife
Drop + Eric Ochs Lynx Titanium Liner Lock Knife
Drop + Eric Ochs Lynx Titanium Liner Lock Knife

Curves You Can’t Cut by Hand

One of the main reasons Ochs’ work has struck a chord in the knife community is thanks to his emphasis on handle design. The Lynx doesn’t stray from that mentality: the knife is machined with an intricate S curve in the G-10 scales—a design element that Reate is able to machine with greater accuracy than is possible by hand. In addition to their aesthetic appeal, the curves make for excellent grip retention in any orientation. For tasks that require a little more control and power, there’s a large choil at the base of the blade, perfect for an index finger. And when you do need to choke up, the Lynx’s deep hollow grind provides a keen easy-to-work-with edge. Also notable is the crowned spine for added comfort.

Drop + Eric Ochs Lynx Titanium Liner Lock Knife
Drop + Eric Ochs Lynx Titanium Liner Lock Knife
Drop + Eric Ochs Lynx Titanium Liner Lock Knife

A Closer Look at RWL34 Stainless Steel

RWL34 is named after iconic knifemaker Bob Loveless, who popularized the hollow-ground drop-point blade and the use of full-tapered tangs and screw-type handle scale fasteners. Loveless originally employed ATS34 ball-bearing steel to meet the demands of his custom knives, but knew it could be improved further. Similar to ATS34, but made through Damasteel's state-of-the-art Rapid Solidified Powder process, RWL34 is a tribute to Loveless’s legend. It performs best at high hardness, takes a wicked sharp edge, and can be sharpened with relative ease—all while maintaining excellent toughness and strength.

Drop + Eric Ochs Lynx Titanium Liner Lock Knife

The Eric Ochs Philosophy

“If you don’t have a good handle, you don’t have a good knife. If you can't hold on to a knife, you can't cut very well." Growing up in Oregon against a backdrop of rivers, valleys, and forests, Eric Ochs understood this from an early age. In fact, that age was six, when his father gave him his first pocket knife. A year later, Ochs got his first Swiss Army Knife, and today he can’t remember a day without a folder by his side. A self-taught talent, Eric started making knives in 2007. His designs have become known for their blend of simplicity, balance, and function. He’s also an avid hunter, fisherman, and kayaker, so he has ample opportunity to field test his knives—which is testament to why they’re so useful for a wide range of tasks.

Drop + Eric Ochs Lynx Titanium Liner Lock Knife

Reate: A Story of Precision Craftsmanship

A small and highly respected original equipment manufacturer in China, Reate was founded in 2012 by David Deng, a longtime knife enthusiast with a background in mechanical design and manufacturing. Since starting the business, Deng has expanded its capabilities to offer key services like wire EDM precision cutting, laser engraving, CNC milling, low-temperature tempering, custom hand finishing, and more. Owing to the company’s impressive work, Reate has earned the opportunity to work with knifemakers around the world, including names like Liong Mah, Tashi Bharucha, David Mosier, and Todd Begg.

Drop + Eric Ochs Lynx Titanium Liner Lock Knife

Carbon Fiber Upgrade Models

If you're looking for a real statement piece, go for an upgraded version with carbon fiber and blue or purple Moku-Ti hardware. Featuring carbon fiber scales and a matching backspacer, these are lighter and just as strong as the G-10 versions. To make them really pop, the clip and pivot collar are made from Moku-Ti: a multi-layer titanium alloy that is forged by hand in Mississippi at Nichols Damascus, then carefully heat treated, resulting in a swirled mosaic of blue and orange or silver tones.

Drop + Eric Ochs Lynx Titanium Liner Lock Knife
Drop + Eric Ochs Lynx Titanium Liner Lock Knife

Handle / Blade Options

Specs

  • Designed by Eric Ochs
  • Produced by Drop
  • Manufactured by Reate
  • Country of Origin: China
  • Blade steel: RWL34 stainless steel
  • Blade profile: Drop-point
  • Blade grind: Hollow saber
  • Finish / coating: Stonewashed / stonewashed PVD
  • Handle material: G-10 or carbon fiber
  • Open mechanism: Thumb studs and flipper tab
  • Lock mechanism: Liner lock
  • Pivot: Caged ceramic bearings, hardened steel washers
  • Pocket clip: Milled titanium
  • Hardware: Torx 8
  • Blade length: 2.98 in (7.5 cm)
  • Blade thickness (at spine): 4 mm
  • Blade thickness (at 1 mm behind apex): 0.5 mm
  • Handle length: 3.93 in (9.9 cm)
  • Handle width: 0.55 in (1.4 cm) without clip, 0.68 in (1.7 cm) with clip
  • Overall length: 6.91 in (17.6 cm)
  • Weight, G-10 models: 3.6 oz (102 g)
  • Weight, carbon fiber models: 3.47 oz (98 g)

Included

  • Carrying pouch
  • Cleaning cloth

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Shipping Disclaimer

Due to the sensitive nature of shipping knives internationally, we can only ship this knife to select countries. It is the responsibility of the buyer to know and comply with all importation regulations and local laws. Click here for additional information.

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.

Shipping

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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