Bark River
The Bark River Mini Squad Leader is a compact, fixed-blade EDC (Every Day Carry) knife featuring a design scaled down from the larger Squad Leader series. This specific variant (BR-MINSL-389) is part of the 1st Production Run, meaning it features a commemorative "1st Production Run" etching on the back side of the blade.
Bark River Mini Squad Leader ~Sheep Horn ~Red Liner ~ 1st Production Run ~ 2022
$499.99
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Bark River Mini Squad Leader ~Sheep Horn ~Red Liner ~ 1st Production Run ~ 2022
This specific combination is paired with a Sheep Horn Firesteel to complete the set.
Design and Aesthetics
This model combines rugged construction with high-end handle materials suitable for both use and collection.
- Sheep Horn Handles: The handle features genuine sheep horn scales, often characterized by natural caramel and butterscotch tones.
- Red Liners: Bright red liners are installed between the sheep horn scales and the full tang, providing a distinct color contrast.
- Sheep Horn #4: Refers to a specific grading or style of the horn material used in this production batch.
- Full Tang Construction: The steel extends the full length and width of the handle for maximum strength.
Technical Specifications
- Blade Material: Typically crafted from CPM S45VN stainless steel (approx. 60 RC), known for superior corrosion resistance and edge retention.
- Overall Length: 7.125 inches.
- Blade Length: 3.25 inches.
- Blade Thickness: 0.125 inches.
- Weight: Approximately 3.4 oz.
- Blade Style: Drop point with a convex grind, a signature of Bark River Knives for improved cutting geometry.
Performance and Inclusion
- Sheath: The knife includes a high-quality leather belt sheath as standard.
- EDC Utility: Described as an "ideal pocketable size" with a handle that fits snugly even in larger hands.
- Collectibility: As a 1st Production Run item, it is considered more desirable by collectors since these marked runs are only produced once for each model launch.
- Never used ,carried or sharpened
- Box & sheath & Firesteel
- Condition is mint
