{"product_id":"critical-strike-tl505-grbw","title":"Critical Strike ZULU TL505-GRBW – 2.91″ VG10 Folding Knife, Gray G10","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCritical Strike ZULU Folding Knife (TL505-GRBW)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-GRBW) is an EDC folding knife built for smooth, reliable everyday 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 gray G10 handle. At 132g it carries a balanced, confident feel that makes it an easy everyday 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 gray finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.91\" blade\u003c\/strong\u003e, 8.11\" overall, 132g balanced weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack stonewash finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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-GRBW)\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\u003eGray\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-GRBW) use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-GRBW) 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\u003eIs the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-GRBW) a good EDC pocket knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — with a 2.91\" blade, 8.11\" open length, and a grippy 132g G10 handle, the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-GRBW) is well suited to everyday carry as a folding pocket knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do you close the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-GRBW)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFold the blade of the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-GRBW) back into the handle channel, keeping your fingers clear of the edge path until it seats fully closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do you sharpen the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-GRBW)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSharpen the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-GRBW) on a whetstone or guided sharpener at the factory edge angle; VG10 takes a fine edge and responds well to a ceramic or diamond stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it legal to carry the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-GRBW)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFolding-knife carry laws vary by state, city, and country, so check your local regulations before carrying the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-GRBW).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-GRBW)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can buy the Critical Strike ZULU (TL505-GRBW) at Going Gear — Going Gear is an authorized Critical Strike dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Critical Strike","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41890019311651,"sku":"TL505-GRBW","price":34.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/9736\/2020\/files\/tl505-grbw-front-view_95d9d8c7-b1c2-44e7-9010-e9330d5502cf.jpg?v=1782739405","url":"https:\/\/goinggear.com\/products\/critical-strike-tl505-grbw","provider":"Going Gear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}