{"product_id":"reate-vk-frok-ti-darkwashed-handle-elmax-darkwashed-blade","title":"Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed – 3.2″ Darkwashed Elmax Drop Point, Darkwashed Titanium, Frame Lock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eReate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed – 3.2\" Darkwashed Elmax Drop Point Titanium Folding Knife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed is a Steven Kempa (VULPEX)-designed EDC folding knife featuring a 3.2\" darkwashed Elmax drop point blade and a Ti-Darkwashed titanium handle. The titanium frame lock provides reliable one-hand operation, and the knife opens to 7.8\" while weighing just 5.78 oz. Going Gear is an authorized Reate dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoppers searching for a titanium folding knife with premium Elmax steel, or for Reate knives in general, will find the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed delivers the fit, finish, and action Reate is known for in a frame lock package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVK-FROK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTi-Darkwashed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVK-FROK-Ti-Darkwashed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall Length (open)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElmax\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDarkwashed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlade Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrop Point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTitanium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTi-Darkwashed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLock Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTitanium Frame Lock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePivot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTitanium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWashers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enone (titanium pivot hardware)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTitanium pocket clip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackspacer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTitanium backspacer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.78 oz (164 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesigner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteven Kempa (VULPEX)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelease\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJune 2026\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\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the blade length of the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed has a 3.2\" Elmax drop point blade. Open, the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed measures 7.8\" overall with a 4.6\" handle, and it weighs 5.78 oz (164 g).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat steel is used in the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed uses Elmax, a powder metallurgy stainless steel from Bohler-Uddeholm with high chromium and vanadium content. Elmax gives the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed excellent edge retention and corrosion resistance with better toughness than most high-wear stainless steels, which is why it is a favorite on premium folders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Elmax a good knife steel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — Elmax is one of the better all-round premium knife steels. It sits close to M390 in corrosion resistance and edge holding while being easier to sharpen and a bit tougher, so the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed holds a working edge through weeks of EDC cutting and touches up easily on ceramic or diamond stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat handle material does the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed features a Ti-Darkwashed titanium handle. Titanium is light, strong, and corrosion-proof, and the Ti-Darkwashed finish on the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed hides wear while giving the handle a dry, secure grip. A titanium pocket clip and titanium backspacer complete the build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat lock type does the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed uses a titanium frame lock. A frame lock uses the titanium handle frame itself as the lock bar, so there are fewer parts and a very strong lockup; push the bar outward to release the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho designed the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed was designed by Steven Kempa (VULPEX) for Reate Knives as part of the VK series. Reate manufactures the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed to the designer's pattern with its own titanium hardware, Elmax blade, and hand-tuned action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Reate a good knife brand, and where are Reate knives made?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReate Knives is a premium production knife brand founded in 2012 by David Deng and based in Guangdong, China, where the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed is manufactured. Reate is known for tight tolerances, smooth action, and collaborations with designers like Steven Kempa, and its knives are a benchmark for value in the premium titanium folder market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed is available at Going Gear, an authorized Reate dealer. Going Gear carries the Reate lineup with fast shipping and expert customer support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed a good EDC knife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed pairs a 3.2\" Elmax blade with a titanium frame lock, a titanium pocket clip, and a 5.78 oz carry weight. For an everyday carry knife that balances premium materials, Reate build quality, and a Steven Kempa design, the Reate VK-FROK Ti-Darkwashed is an easy pick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Reate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44065244381219,"sku":"VK-FROK-Ti-Darkwashed","price":330.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0096\/9736\/2020\/files\/vk-frok-ti-darkwashed-front-view_5717726a-cfd5-41f8-b234-380eb55a3d7d.jpg?v=1792608116","url":"https:\/\/goinggear.com\/products\/reate-vk-frok-ti-darkwashed-handle-elmax-darkwashed-blade","provider":"Going Gear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}