Description
The Kubey Dheo KU378D is a versatile EDC button lock flipper knife designed by Johan Jordaan. Featuring a 3.15" Sandvik 14C28N Wharncliffe blade with a rugged blackwash finish, paired with a lightweight beige G10 handle, this knife offers strength, precision, and smooth performance. Compact, stylish, and easy to carry, the Dheo is built to handle everyday cutting tasks with ease.
Blade Performance
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Steel: Premium Sandvik 14C28N stainless steel, vacuum & cryogenically heat treated to HRC 60–62 for edge retention and toughness.
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Shape: Wharncliffe profile provides precision control for slicing, detail work, and utility cutting.
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Length: 3.15" blade balances cutting reach with EDC-friendly size.
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Finish: Blackwash treatment hides wear and adds a tactical, rugged look.
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Grind: Flat grind ensures consistent cutting performance.
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Deployment: Flipper tab with caged ceramic ball bearings for smooth, fast action.
Handle & Locking Mechanism
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Material: Durable beige G10 scales provide lightweight strength and a secure grip.
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Lock Type: Button lock allows for secure operation with easy one-handed use.
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Construction: Full stainless steel hardware and G10 backspacer reinforce durability.
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Ergonomics: Comfortable 4.13" handle with 0.51" thickness ensures control without bulk.
Carry & Everyday Utility
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Pocket Clip: Stainless steel, reversible tip-up clip for left- or right-hand carry.
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Compact Design: At just 7.28" overall length and 3.64 oz, it carries light and slim in-pocket.
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Purpose: Ideal as a daily utility knife, work knife, or collector’s piece with modern style.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Model | Kubey Dheo KU378D |
| Blade Steel | Sandvik 14C28N |
| Blade Length | 3.15 in (8.0 cm) |
| Overall Length | 7.28 in (18.5 cm) |
| Closed Length | 4.13 in (10.5 cm) |
| Blade Thickness | 0.14 in (3.5 mm) |
| Handle Material | Beige G10 |
| Handle Thickness | 0.51 in (1.3 cm) |
| Blade Hardness | HRC 60–62 |
| Blade Shape | Wharncliffe |
| Blade Finish | Blackwash |
| Grind | Flat |
| Lock Type | Button Lock |
| Opener | Flipper (Caged Ceramic Ball Bearings) |
| Pocket Clip | Stainless Steel, Tip-up (L/R) |
| Backspacer | G10 |
| Weight | 3.64 oz (103 g) |
| Designer | Johan Jordaan |
| Country of Origin | China |
Feature Highlights
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3.15" Wharncliffe blade made from Sandvik 14C28N stainless steel.
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Blackwash finish reduces glare and hides wear.
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Vacuum & cryogenic heat treated to HRC 60–62 for durability and edge retention.
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Button lock mechanism provides secure and easy one-handed use.
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Beige G10 handle scales offer grip, strength, and lightweight performance.
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Smooth ball-bearing flipper action ensures fast deployment.
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Reversible tip-up clip supports left- or right-hand carry.
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Compact, lightweight build for perfect everyday carry.
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Designed by Johan Jordaan for modern EDC functionality.
