{"product_id":"north-mountain-blade-2407-zrdm-titanium-damascus-tanto-folding-knife","title":"North Mountain Blade 2407-ZRDM Zirconium \u0026 Titanium Damascus Tanto | SLD-Magic Steel | Button Lock Folding Knife","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_6ta1u_30\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_6ta1u_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"2\"\u003eThe 2407 ZRDM. Engineered Without Compromise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_chunkWrapper_6ta1u_30\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_6ta1u_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"0\"\u003eThe North Mountain Blade \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_6ta1u_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"25\"\u003e2407-ZRDM Zirconium \u0026amp; Titanium Damascus \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_6ta1u_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"65\"\u003eEdition is a premium folding \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_6ta1u_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"94\"\u003eknife built for collectors and serious \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_6ta1u_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"133\"\u003ecarry enthusiasts who demand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_6ta1u_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"162\"\u003eboth structural excellence and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_6ta1u_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"193\"\u003evisual distinction. Every element — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_6ta1u_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"229\"\u003efrom the blade steel to the handle \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_6ta1u_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"264\"\u003earchitecture — has been selected and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_animating_6ta1u_10\" data-newtext-seq=\"301\"\u003eengineered with purpose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSLD-Magic Steel. A Blade Built to Perform.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eAt the heart of the 2407-ZRDM is a Tanto-ground blade crafted from SLD-Magic, a high-performance tool steel produced by Hitachi Metals in Japan. SLD-Magic is a refined evolution of D2-class steel, engineered for superior toughness, exceptional wear resistance, and outstanding edge retention. It holds a working edge through demanding use and responds well to stropping and field touch-ups — making it equally at home in a collection display or on a hard day's work.\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\u003eA Handle Built Differently.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eMost folding knife handles are assembled from multiple independent components. The 2407-ZRDM takes a different approach. The handle is CNC-machined from a single structural system of 7075 aluminum alloy — one of the highest-strength aluminum grades available — composed of two precisely fitted sections with an integrated backspacer built directly into the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe interior is extensively hollowed to eliminate unnecessary weight without sacrificing rigidity. Fewer components mean fewer points of movement, resulting in a handle that feels solid, stable, and built to stay that way over years of use.\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\u003eTitanium Damascus Inlays. Every Knife Unique.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe handle inlays are crafted from Zirconium and Titanium Damascus — a material that combines vivid, heat-developed color with the layered depth of traditional Damascus patterning. Each set of inlays displays its own naturally occurring pattern. No two 2407-ZRDM knives look exactly alike. This is not a printed finish or an applied coating — it is the material itself, shaped and revealed through the forging process.\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\u003eButton Lock. Confidence On Demand.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe 2407-ZRDM deploys and locks via a precision button lock mechanism, delivering a secure, positive lockup with a clean, intuitive release. The included pocket clip is configured for tip-up carry and ships uninstalled, allowing you to set it up exactly how you carry.\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\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e3.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eClosed Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e4.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSLD-Magic (Hitachi Metals, Japan)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBlade Shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eTanto\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle Frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eCNC-Machined 7075 Aluminum Alloy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eHandle Inlays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eZirconium \u0026amp; Titanium Damascus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLocking Mechanism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eButton Lock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePocket Clip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIncluded, Tip-Up Carry (ships uninstalled)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eIntegrated Backspacer, Weight-Reduced Internal Frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes SLD-Magic steel different from standard D2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSLD-Magic is Hitachi Metals' advanced evolution of D2-class tool steel. It offers improved toughness and refined carbide structure compared to conventional D2, which translates to better edge stability, reduced chipping risk, and easier maintenance — especially on a Tanto grind where the secondary tip point can experience concentrated stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Titanium Damascus finish durable or will it wear off?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe color and patterning in Titanium Damascus is not a coating or surface treatment — it is the result of the metal's natural oxide layer developed through heat. The pattern is inherent to the material itself. While the surface can develop wear over time with heavy use, the pattern does not peel or flake the way anodized or painted finishes can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the pocket clip ship uninstalled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe clip is included and configured for tip-up carry, but ships uninstalled so you can mount it to your preferred side without any factory-installed hardware getting in the way. It takes under a minute to install with a standard screwdriver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the integrated backspacer improve the knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTraditional backspacers are installed as separate components, which introduces an additional point of potential movement or misalignment over time. On the 2407-ZRDM, the backspacer is machined directly into the handle frame — creating a unified structural element that improves rigidity and eliminates that variable entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this knife legal to carry in my state?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFolding knife carry laws vary by state, county, and municipality. We recommend checking your local regulations before carrying the 2407-ZRDM. As a button-lock folding knife with a 3.5-inch blade, it falls within legal carry parameters in the majority of US states, but it is your responsibility to verify local laws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the MAP price and where can I purchase?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2407-ZRDM carries a Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) of $280. It is available through authorized North Mountain Blade dealers and directly at northmountainblade.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"North Mountain Blade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43180427444259,"sku":"2407-ZRDM","price":280.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/9736\/2020\/files\/north-mountain-blade-2407-zrdm-titanium-damascus-folding-knife-overall.jpg?v=1782322907","url":"https:\/\/goinggear.com\/products\/north-mountain-blade-2407-zrdm-titanium-damascus-tanto-folding-knife","provider":"Going Gear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}