{"product_id":"critical-strike-tl505-bkbw","title":"Critical Strike ZULU TL505-BKBW – 2.91″ VG10 Folding Knife, Black G10","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCritical Strike ZULU Folding Knife (TL505-BKBW)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-BKBW) is an EDC folding knife built for everyday pocket carry. Its 2.91\" black stonewash VG10 blade is hardened to 59–61 HRC for a strong balance of edge retention and toughness, paired with a CNC-machined black G10 handle. At 132g it stays solid in hand while remaining easy to carry as a daily pocket knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVG10 blade\u003c\/strong\u003e at 59–61 HRC for a great edge-retention-to-toughness balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eG10 handles\u003c\/strong\u003e in a durable black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.91\" blade\u003c\/strong\u003e, 8.11\" overall, 132g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack stonewash finish\u003c\/strong\u003e with an EDC-ready folding design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCritical Strike\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZULU (TL505-BKBW)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKnife type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFolding knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVG10 (59–61 HRC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e74mm (2.91\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Stonewash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e206mm (8.11\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eG10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e132g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat blade steel does the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-BKBW) use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-BKBW) uses a VG10 stainless blade hardened to 59–61 HRC, giving it a strong balance of edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long is the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-BKBW) and is it a good EDC knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-BKBW) has a 2.91\" (74mm) blade and an 8.11\" (206mm) overall length at 132g, making it a practical everyday carry folding pocket knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do you close the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-BKBW)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo close the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-BKBW), keep your fingers clear of the blade path, fold the blade back into the handle, and confirm it is fully seated before pocketing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do you sharpen the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-BKBW)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSharpen the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-BKBW) on a whetstone or guided sharpener at the factory edge angle; VG10 responds well to a fine diamond or ceramic stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it legal to carry the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-BKBW)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFolding-knife carry laws vary by state and city, so check your local regulations before carrying the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-BKBW).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-BKBW)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can buy the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-BKBW) at Going Gear — Going Gear is an authorized Critical Strike dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Critical Strike","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41890019246115,"sku":"TL505-BKBW","price":34.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/9736\/2020\/files\/tl505-bkbw-front-view.jpg?v=1782739321","url":"https:\/\/goinggear.com\/products\/critical-strike-tl505-bkbw","provider":"Going Gear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}