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As the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eflagship model\u003c\/strong\u003e that helped ignite the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003efront flipper trend\u003c\/strong\u003e, the CHOP 4 has achieved legendary status in Asia — with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003eover 50,000 units sold\u003c\/strong\u003e — and is now gaining traction among enthusiasts worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003eThe star of the show is the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003e3.5\" Japanese-style tanto blade\u003c\/strong\u003e, crafted from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003eSLD-Magic Japanese steel\u003c\/strong\u003e in a striking \u003cstrong data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003ethree-layer San Mai construction\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003evisible hamon wave pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e is both beautiful and functional, highlighting the precise forging that results in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003eexceptional edge retention (60–61 HRC)\u003c\/strong\u003e and cutting performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003eBlue Ceramic Carbon Fiber handle\u003c\/strong\u003e is lightweight, rigid, and visually striking, perfectly complementing the clean, minimalist design language of the CHOP 4. 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