{"product_id":"francois-massyn-3-drop-point-flipper","title":"Francois Massyn 3\" Drop Point Flipper","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eHere's a product description for that knife:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrancois Massyn – 3\" Drop Point Flipper | RWL-34 | Mars Valley Inlay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eCrafted by Francois Massyn, full-time knifemaker and long-standing member of the Knifemakers Guild of Southern Africa, this 3\" drop point flipper represents the refined focus of a maker who has spent decades perfecting his craft on the coast of KwaZulu-Natal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe blade is ground from RWL-34, a premium Swedish powder metallurgy stainless steel prized for its excellent edge retention, corrosion resistance, and ability to take a superb hand-rubbed satin finish — hallmarks of Massyn's finished blades. The drop point geometry offers a versatile, practical profile that balances everyday carry usability with clean, purposeful lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eDeployment is effortless courtesy of Massyn's signature IKBS (Ikoma Korth Bearing System) pivot, a ball-bearing race that gives the blade an almost frictionless, one-handed flip that has become central to his identity as a maker. The linerlock mechanism provides a solid, reliable lockup once open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe handle scales feature a striking Mars Valley FatCarbon inlay — a resin-infused composite material known for its vivid, layered patterning that ensures no two knives look exactly alike. Paired with anodized titanium liners, a carbon fiber backstrap, and a titanium pocket clip engraved with the maker's name, the build reflects the attention to detail and material selection that has earned Massyn a loyal following among collectors and users alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eHandmade in Richards Bay, South Africa. One of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ridgerunner Blades","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52332062605444,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/8999\/2324\/files\/108A1992.jpg?v=1781310217","url":"https:\/\/www.ridgerunnerblades.com\/products\/francois-massyn-3-drop-point-flipper","provider":"Ridgerunner Blades","version":"1.0","type":"link"}