Firebird FH922 Folding Knife D2 Blade G10 Handle 196mm EDC Tool Description
The Firebird FH922 Folding Knife D2 Blade G10 Handle 196mm EDC Tool is a pocket-sized folding knife designed for everyday carry, ideal for camping, fishing, and outdoor activities. For example, its sharp D2 steel blade can slice through rope or prepare food during a camping trip, ensuring reliable performance in various scenarios. With a durable G10 handle and a flipper lock, it offers secure and comfortable handling. Featuring a 1-year warranty, this Firebird FH922 for Outdoor Use suits campers, anglers, and EDC enthusiasts.
Precision Cutting for EDC and Outdoor Use
The Firebird FH922, produced by Ganzo, features a drop-point blade made of D2 stainless steel with a hardness of 60 HRC, offering excellent edge retention, corrosion resistance, and durability for tasks like cutting cord or preparing food. The blade measures 86mm in length and has a flat grind, providing a versatile profile for slicing and piercing, though D2 steel may chip if used for heavy prying, requiring careful use for cutting tasks only. The blade's satin finish reduces glare, making it suitable for outdoor use, and its drop-point shape ensures precision for detailed work. The knife opens via a flipper with a ball-bearing system, allowing smooth deployment, and is secured by a liner lock, which ensures safety but may require a break-in period for smoother operation. This makes the FH922 a practical choice for EDC and outdoor use, though users should avoid prying and be prepared for a break-in period to ensure optimal performance.
Durable and Compact Design
The Firebird FH922 features a G10 handle, available in colors like black, green, grey, and orange, providing a lightweight and durable grip that ensures comfort during use. The G10 material, a composite fiberglass, is highly resistant to moisture, corrosion, and wear, with a textured surface to prevent slipping even in wet conditions, making it suitable for outdoor activities like fishing or camping, though some users find the texture could be more aggressive for a better grip in extreme conditions. The knife weighs 109g, offering a balanced feel for EDC, and its total length of 196mm (closed length 110mm) ensures a compact, pocket-friendly size. The handle includes a lanyard hole and a reversible pocket clip for tip-up carry, allowing discreet storage, though some users note the clip may not be deep-carry, which can affect concealment. This makes the FH922 a durable choice for outdoor activities, though users should ensure a firm grip in wet conditions and adjust carry for secure storage.
Designed for Outdoor and EDC Use
The Firebird FH922 Folding Knife for Outdoor Use is tailored for campers, anglers, and EDC enthusiasts needing a reliable folding knife for everyday tasks, outdoor adventures, or emergencies. For example, its drop-point blade can handle tasks like preparing food at a campsite or cutting materials during a hike, offering precision for various scenarios, while the liner lock ensures safety by preventing accidental closure, though some users note the lock's initial stiffness can make disengaging it challenging, and the flipper opening may require practice for smoother action. The knife's 109g weight and 196mm length make it a manageable tool for EDC, often praised for its "perfectly centered blade" and "fantastic action" that opens easily and falls shut with a shake, fitting well in hand for daily tasks. The FH922's D2 steel and G10 handle make it a high-quality, budget-friendly option for outdoor use, often lauded for its sharpness, smooth action, and excellent value, offering a balance of utility and portability, though users should be prepared for occasional maintenance of the blade and clip adjustments for secure carry.
Key Features and Specs
The Firebird FH922 Folding Knife D2 Blade G10 Handle 196mm EDC Tool is built for performance. It features a D2 stainless steel drop-point blade with a hardness of 60 HRC, a corrosion-resistant satin finish, an ergonomic G10 handle with a textured grip, a liner lock for safety, a reversible pocket clip, a lanyard hole, a flipper with a ball-bearing system for smooth opening, and a lightweight design, with a 1-year warranty for reliability. Its total length of 196mm and weight of 109g make it a practical choice for EDC users. This knife excels for fishing, camping, or everyday carry, providing reliable cutting performance for various tasks.
Specifications Overview
- Type: Folding Knife
- Purpose: Everyday Carry, Camping, Fishing
- Lock Type: Liner Lock
- Blade Edge: Plain
- Blade Shape: Drop Point
- Blade Material: D2 Stainless Steel
- Blade Hardness: 60 HRC
- Blade Color: Satin Finish
- Blade Length: 86mm (3.39 inches)
- Blade Thickness: Not Specified
- Handle Material: G10
- Handle Color: Black, Green, Grey, Orange
- Total Length: 196mm (7.72 inches)
- Closed Length: 110mm (4.33 inches)
- Weight: 109g (3.84 oz)
- Warranty: 1 Year
Package Contents
The package includes:
- Firebird FH922 Folding Knife (Color Variant)
- Soft Storage Pouch
- User Manual
Note: The knife is not submersible; clean and dry after use to prevent corrosion of the D2 steel blade, which, despite being corrosion-resistant, can chip if used for prying, so use for cutting tasks only. Regularly sharpen the blade to maintain cutting performance, and apply light lubrication to the pivot if the liner lock feels stiff initially. The clip is not deep-carry, so adjust carry for secure storage.
