North Mountain Blade 2412-CF – SLD San Mai Japanese-Style Tanto 3K Carbon Fiber Folding Knife
The North Mountain Blade 2412-CF is the CHOP 4 flagship that helped pioneer the modern front-flipper movement, with over 50,000 units sold across Asia. It pairs an SLD-Magic Japanese steel blade in a three-layer San Mai construction—hardened to 60–61 HRC with visible wave patterns—with a lightweight 3K carbon fiber handle and fast front flipper. Clean, minimalist, and built purely for cutting performance. Going Gear is an authorized North Mountain Blade dealer.
North Mountain Blade 2412-CF Specifications
Model
CHOP 4 – 2412-CF
Blade Steel
SLD-Magic Japanese Steel
Blade Construction
San Mai (3-Layer)
Blade Style
Japanese-Style Tanto
Hardness
60–61 HRC
Handle Material
3K Carbon Fiber
Opening Mechanism
Front Flipper
Maker
North Mountain Blade
Frequently Asked Questions
What blade steel does the North Mountain Blade 2412-CF use?
The North Mountain Blade 2412-CF uses SLD-Magic Japanese steel in a three-layer San Mai construction, hardened to 60–61 HRC for excellent edge retention and toughness.
What is San Mai construction on the North Mountain Blade 2412-CF?
San Mai means the North Mountain Blade 2412-CF blade is forged from three layers, with a hard cutting core sandwiched between softer outer layers, producing visible wave patterns and a tough, durable edge.
What handle material is on the North Mountain Blade 2412-CF?
The North Mountain Blade 2412-CF has a 3K carbon fiber handle that keeps the knife lightweight yet strong and refined.
How does the North Mountain Blade 2412-CF open?
The North Mountain Blade 2412-CF deploys via a front flipper mechanism for fast, precise, intuitive one-handed opening.
Why is the North Mountain Blade 2412-CF considered iconic?
The North Mountain Blade 2412-CF is the flagship 2412 design that helped pioneer the front-flipper movement and sold over 50,000 units, earning legendary status among enthusiasts.
Where can I buy the North Mountain Blade 2412-CF?
The North Mountain Blade 2412-CF is available at Going Gear, an authorized North Mountain Blade dealer.
