Baltic Blades Varnas “Toxic Storm” | Satin Elmax FatCarbon Black Kydex

Baltic Blades Varnas “Toxic Storm” | Satin Elmax FatCarbon Black Kydex

“Varnas” means “raven” in Lithuanian, and it’s the name given to this knife by Baltic Blades. Designed for camping and bushcraft, the Varnas is a reliable, versatile, and handy tool made for outdoor adventures. With an overall length of 225 mm (8.85″), it features a comfortable handle and a blade spine specifically designed for efficient use with a firestarter. Paired with a practical Kydex sheath, this knife is an excellent choice as a primary tool for all kinds of outdoor activities.

Baltic Blades: Exquisite Craftsmanship from Lithuania’s Finest

Baltic Blades! That’s the brand under which the works of talented knifemaker from Lithuania, Paulius Jančiukas, are hidden. The energetic and brilliant creator has been honing his craft for several years, surprising with ever newer creations. From kitchen knives to hunting, bushcraft, outdoor, and everyday knives, to ingenious accessories useful for their users. Experimenting with designs, types of steel finishes, handle materials – that’s the realm where the knifemaker feels like a fish in water. The effects of these experiments surprise, delight, and work because as Paulius says: “Ultimately, knives are made for work, not posing.” Hence, despite the great appearance, various steels used (Becut, M390, Elmax, etc.), different handle materials (stabilized wood, micarta, G10, carbon fiber, and FatCarbon, etc.), and sheath tailored to the final knife style (leather or Kydex), ultimately, its usability is what counts.

Varnas Toxic Storm – Classic Elegance

Tough Elmax Steel as the Backbone

The knife is constructed with a full-tang design, meaning it is made from a single piece of steel that runs the entire length and width of the handle, with the handle scales securely attached. This design is one of the most durable available for fixed-blade knives.

The blade is crafted from premium Elmax steel, a material renowned worldwide for its exceptional quality, originating from UDDEHOLM group’s European steel mills. Elmax blades offer outstanding features: long-lasting sharpness, corrosion resistance, and exceptional durability, including high wear resistance and strong resistance to mechanical damage.

Versatile and Effective Blade

The knife features a drop point blade, making it highly versatile and easy to use. At the spine, near the handle, jimping (textured grooves) provides a solid spot for thumb placement, enhancing control during cutting tasks. This jimping is particularly useful for cuts requiring more pressure or precision.

Exclusive FatCarbon Handle

The slim, elegant oval shape of the handle fits comfortably and securely in the hand, with a subtle contour that helps prevent your hand from slipping onto the cutting edge. The rounded spine, protruding slightly from all sides of the handle, ensures a firm and comfortable grip.

The ergonomic, oval-shaped handle scales are made from premium FatCarbon carbon fiber* with black G10 composite liners. G10 is highly resistant to moisture, temperature changes, most solvents and acids, and mechanical damage. The material features a textured pattern that prevents the handle from slipping in your hand, ensuring a secure grip even in challenging conditions. The scales are fastened with steel screws finished to match the blade’s appearance, maintaining a cohesive design.

At the base of the handle, there is an oval-shaped lanyard hole designed for attaching additional cordage. This can act as a safety feature to prevent the knife from being dropped during use or serve as a pull loop for easier sheath retrieval. A length of paracord, color-matched to the knife’s design, is included for convenience.

*FatCarbon produced in Lithuania is known as a supplier of various types of carbon fiber to global manufacturers.

Kydex Sheath

For carrying and storing the knife, a Kydex sheath with a nylon loop is provided, offering flexibility during crouching and other user movements. The sheath has holes that can be used for threading paracord or attaching custom mounting solutions.

Kydex is known for its high impact resistance, scratch resistance, low moisture absorption, and resistance to various weather conditions and many chemicals.

Specifications

• Blade: fixed (full tang), clip point with flat grind, plain cutting edge
• Steel: Elmax (~62 HRC), satin finish
• Handle: Toxic Storm FatCarbon + black liners
• Sheath: black Kydex sheath
• Package Contents: knife, sheath, different additions depending on the execution, manufacturer’s packaging
• Dimensions: overall length: 225 mm | 8.85″, blade length: 110 mm | 4.33″, blade thickness: 3.5 mm | 0.14″
• Weight: 173 g | 6.10 oz (without sheath), 235 g | 9.25 oz with sheath
• Producer: Baltic Blades, Lithuania

Warranty

Knives are covered by a lifetime warranty. This warranty provides protection against defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty applies to both the knife and its sheath. If the product covered by this warranty fails due to a manufacturing defect the producer will repair it without charge, or replace it, at our discretion. Only original, unaltered and unmodified items are covered by this warranty.

The warranty does not cover damage caused by accident, improper care, negligence, normal wear and tear, or the natural breakdown of colors and materials over an extended period of time and use. Damage not covered under the warranty may be repaired for a reasonable rate. In such cases, a fee will be also charged for shipping.

Maintenance

1. Remember! Every of our knives are extremely sharp, so be careful when handling them!
2. Do not use your knife for something besides it’s intended purpose! Do not use the knife as a can opener, screwdriver, chisel, hammer, crowbar etc.
3. After using your knife with sea water, blood, fruits or other corrosive mediums, always rinse the knife with fresh water and dry it off.
4. Do not wash the knife with harder chemicals or in the dishwasher. This may damage or destroy the knife.
5. Before storing your knife, apply thin film of high-quality gun oil or special knife oil or wax to knives. We recommend that you always keep your knife and sheath clean and dry when not in use.
6. Always keep your knife sharp, so it can always take care of you.