TRC Knives Mini Drop Point Signature Custom Edition DLC Vanadis 4 Extra Kydex

TRC Knives Mini Drop Point Signature Custom Edition DLC Vanadis 4 Extra Kydex knife is a small EDC blade from the workshop of a Lithuanian manufacturer. Blades from the “Mini” family have various blade shapes (drop point, tanto, wharncliffe) and finishes and are produced extremely rarely, basically only when producing specific, larger knives from this manufacturer.

TRC Mini Drop Point is a knife of small size but with large possibilities. Despite its minimalist design, it will perform full-size tasks. It is perfect for everyday use, both in the office as a letter opener and in the warehouse when you need to unpack a larger package. It will be a perfect helper during a trip or a lonely evening by the fire when, after nightfall, we are left alone with our thoughts, silence and a piece of whittling stick. Mini Drop Point – mini but maxi!

The current edition of the Mini Drop Point knife is a custom signature edition, with the creator’s sign on the blade. The edition is distinguished by very durable Vanadis 4 Extra steel in a black DLC coating with extraordinary hardness (approx. 90 HRC on the hardness scale, where diamond is 100 HRC), hollow grind improving the cutting properties of the blade. The knife comes with a black Kydex holster.

TRC Knives – World Quality from Lithuania

Lithuanian brand founded by knifemaker Andrius Tricius. The manufactory located in Ukmerge is the workplace of a small but experienced TRC team. Individual works in many cases are carried out manually by qualified team members, the subsequent stages with the use of machines take place under the watchful eye of specialists. All this to maintain the highest standards of manual, precise craft production. By definition, production is limited, and the quality of workmanship is the highest priority of the brand and its founder. The TRC Knives offer includes knives for survival, bushcraft, general outdoor, everyday use (EDC) and tactical tasks made of the best materials available on the market. Knives made by TRC present great usability, and more or less limited editions are desirable in the world of collectors.

Standards of Workmanship – Quality Control

The process of making each knife is meticulous and very critical. Any member of the small TRC team during any of the production stages has doubts and notices even a minimal deviation from the established standard – the knife does not leave the workshop. This means that all cuts, roundings, gluing are made with maximum precision and TRC is more likely to agree to a delay in delivery than to “release” an unpolished copy.

Mini Drop Point Knife – Mini Tool for Full-Size Tasks

Steel for Demanding Tasks

Mini Drop Point is a knife with a full tang design, where the steel runs the entire length and width of the handle to which the covers are attached. Full-tang construction is the most durable type of construction found in fixed blade knives.

The material base of the knife is the great Vanadis 4 Extra steel. It is an extremely hard and durable steel resistant to overloading, abrasion and chipping. The hardening of the steel is also of great importance in this case and has been carefully matched to the size of the knife (more about the hardening standards at TRC Knives can be found in the conversation with Andrius Tricius, which you can read here).

The blade has been covered with a black DLC coating (Diamond Like Carbon – a carbon coating with a hardness of almost diamond ~ 90 HRC*), strengthening the blade, chemically non-reactive to acids and alkalis, protecting against corrosion and enhancing the masking effect (at night it does not reflect light, i.e. it has anti-reflective).

*Diamond has the highest hardness on a scale that reaches a value of 100 HRC.

Universal Drop Point Blade

The blade made in the drop point style is generally very universal. The hollow grind design enhances the cutting properties of the small blade. Despite its minimalist design, the Mini Drop Point will ensure efficient and effective cutting of even the most demanding materials.

The ergonomic handle with a skeleton structure fits securely in the hand. All edges on it have been precisely rounded to make the grip completely comfortable. The holes in the skeleton body, apart from aesthetic impressions, are useful for attaching the included paracord.

Holster Attached to the Belt or Neck

The knife comes with a holster made of hand-formed Kydex material in black. The holster can be attached to the belt thanks to the included grommet, so that the knife waits in full readiness directly at the height of the lowered hand. The attached rope allows you to alternatively carry the knife around your neck (as a neck knife) when you want the knife to be even more accessible and immediately ready for action. When carrying this method, remember to additionally secure the knife, e.g. with paracord or string, to avoid the knife falling out of the holster.

Kydex material is highly resistant to impacts and scratches, has low moisture absorption, and is resistant to various weather conditions and many chemicals. Holsters made of it can be used comfortably and for a long time

Specifications

• Blade: fixed (full tang), drop point profile with flat grind, plain cutting edge
• Steel: Vanadis 4 Extra (60-61 HRC), finish: black DLC
• Handle: skeletonized
• Sheath: black Kydex holster
• Contents: knife, holster, TRC sticker, certificate, packaging box
• Dimesnions: total length: 126 mm | 4.96″, blade length: 56 mm | 2.20″, handle lenght: 70 mm | 2.76″, blade thickness: 4,0 mm | 0.16″
• Weight: 41 g | 1.44 oz without holster,  69 g | 2.43 oz with holster
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• Producer: TRC Knives, 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.