{"title":"GEO Knife Cirex","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eDesigned by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/edcmall.cn\/collections\/fabian-hobbelen-design\"\u003eFabian Hobbelen\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/edcmall.cn\/collections\/geo-knife-cirex\"\u003eGEO Knife Cirex series\u003c\/a\u003e merges functional geometry with robust mechanical precision for modern everyday carry. These premium Folding Knives feature a razor-sharp M390 stainless steel blade, delivering exceptional wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and edge retention for demanding daily tasks. Built with lightweight, textured G10 handle scales and an intuitive Crossbar Lock mechanism, the GEO Knife Cirex guarantees a slip-resistant grip, rock-solid lockup, and effortless ambidextrous deployment. Elevate your EDC gear collection with the visionary styling and dependable performance of GEO Knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"geo-knife-cirex-geo2601a","title":"GEO Knife Cirex GEO2601A M390 Blade G10 Handle Crossbar Lock Folding Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/edcmall.cn\/collections\/geo-knife-cirex\"\u003eGEO Knife Cirex\u003c\/a\u003e GEO2601A combines exceptional craftsmanship with outstanding performance. Featuring a premium Bohler M390 stonewash blade—a powder-metallurgical stainless steel renowned for edge retention and corrosion resistance—this folding knife delivers reliability for outdoor and daily carry use. The ergonomic G10 handle ensures a secure, intuitive grip in any position, while the crossbar lock mechanism provides dependable blade security. With a 3.5-inch blade, titanium hardware, and ambidextrous design, this 83.5g EDC knife balances ultralight utility with durability. Ideal for camping, hiking, and everyday cutting tasks, the GEO2601A represents the perfect choice for discerning knife enthusiasts seeking superior performance and build quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"product-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM390 Blade Introduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/edcmall.cn\/collections\/m390\"\u003eM390\u003c\/a\u003e is an advanced powder-metallurgical stainless steel utilizing high chromium and vanadium content to deliver exceptional wear resistance and industry-leading corrosion resilience. It excels at retaining a razor-sharp edge under prolonged use; however, this extreme hardness renders the blade notably difficult to sharpen or reprofile without diamond abrasives. Additionally, its fine microstructure, while offering superior edge stability, sacrifices some structural toughness and may be more prone to chipping under heavy lateral stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel: GEO2601A\u003cbr\u003eProduct Type: Folding Knife\u003cbr\u003eBrand: GEO\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 8.0 inch \/ 205mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 3.5 inch \/ 89mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle Length:  4.5 inch \/ 116mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 0.48 inch \/ 12.1mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Width: 1.2 inch \/ 30 mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 0.1 inch \/ 3.1mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Bohler M390\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeat Treatment: Vacuum \u0026amp; Cryogenic\u003cbr\u003eBlade Hardness: HRC60-62\u003cbr\u003eBlade Type: Clip Point\u003cbr\u003eBlade Finish: Stonewash\u003cbr\u003eBlade Grind: Flat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: G10\u003cbr\u003eLock Type: Crossbar\u003cbr\u003eDexterity: Ambidextrous\u003cbr\u003eWashers Material: \u003cspan\u003eBronze Washers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBack Spacer: N\/A\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClip Material: 6AL4V Titanium\u003cbr\u003eClip Position: Tip-up, Right\u003cbr\u003ePivot Cap: 6AL4V Titanium \u003cbr\u003ePivot Collar : Titanium\u003cbr\u003eScrews Material: 6AL4V Titanium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Weight: 2.95 oz \/ 83.5 g\u003cbr\u003eDesigner: Fabian Hobbelen\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Origin: China\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601A - Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GEO Knife Cirex GEO2601A folds Bohler \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/m390\"\u003eM390\u003c\/a\u003e performance into a slim crossbar-lock chassis designed by Fabian Hobbelen for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/geo-knife\"\u003eGEO Knife\u003c\/a\u003e. The Black G10 scales keep the knife at 2.95 oz, while the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/m390\"\u003eM390\u003c\/a\u003e blade - vacuum and cryogenically hardened to 60-62 HRC in a clip point profile - holds its edge through weeks of cardboard, rope and food prep. A phosphor-bronze washer pivot, titanium clip hardware and the fully ambidextrous \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/crossbar-lock-knives\"\u003ecrossbar lock\u003c\/a\u003e make deployment silent and fumble-free from either hand, and the whole package sits comfortably inside the premium tier of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/folding-knives\"\u003efolding knives\u003c\/a\u003e. Carry it daily as an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/edc-all-products\"\u003eEDC\u003c\/a\u003e tool, and it will outlast folders costing twice as much.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601A - Bohler M390 Blade Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM390 is the headline act here. Bohler's third-generation powder-metallurgy \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/m390\"\u003eM390\u003c\/a\u003e mixes high chromium with dense vanadium and molybdenum carbides, so it resists wear like a tool steel while shrugging off corrosion like a true stainless. The trade is sharpening difficulty - budget for diamond or CBN stones - and a modest willingness to chip under prying loads. In exchange you get one of the longest-lasting working edges in the production knife world, heat-treated here with a vacuum and cryogenic cycle for full carbide development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601A - Core Selling Points\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBohler M390 blade at 60-62 HRC - exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack G10 scales over a full titanium hardware set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully ambidextrous crossbar lock - the strongest folder lock class in production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhosphor-bronze washer pivot for a smooth, damped, gritty-day action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5 inch \/ 89 mm blade in clip point profile, stonewash finish, flat grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6AL4V titanium tip-up pocket clip, pivot cap and screws throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight at 83.5 g with a slim 11-12 mm handle profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabian Hobbelen design with vacuum + cryogenic heat treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601A - Where It Earns Its Pocket Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaily package duty\u003c\/strong\u003e - Case-hardened edge life for a work pocket that opens boxes, tape and shrink wrap all week without a touch-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRange bag resident\u003c\/strong\u003e - The ambidextrous crossbar action works gloved, and the blackwash or glow finish is easy to find on a bench in low light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCamp kitchen second\u003c\/strong\u003e - The 3.38-inch modified Wharncliffe slices onions, salami and cord cleanly with its full-length straight edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrban EDC\u003c\/strong\u003e - A 7.96-inch overall footprint with chamfered edges rides flat and quiet; the titanium or GITD scale keeps it looking dressy at dinner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector display\u003c\/strong\u003e - Limited to 200 pieces (K1099V11) with Munko Knives design language, copper-tone hardware and quasar-inspired chamfers that photograph beautifully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the crossbar lock easy to close one-handed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes - pull the lock bar sideways with your index finger and let the blade fall or guide it shut. Your fingers never cross the blade path, which is why crossbar locks are a favorite with both left- and right-handed users.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow tough is Bohler M390 in daily use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAt 60-62 HRC M390 holds an edge roughly twice as long as mid-range stainless, but it prefers slicing to prying. Use it within its design envelope and it will go months between touch-ups.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat washers run the blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003ePhosphor-bronze washers give the Aska and Cirex a smooth, damped swing that shrugs off pocket grit far better than bare metal-on-metal pivots.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the knife come with a pocket clip?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes - a 6AL4V titanium clip set for tip-up, right-side carry. The Aska adds a ring pommel, so many owners also run it on a lanyard or in a pouch.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Aska a wharncliffe or a drop point?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe spec sheet lists the Aska as a drop point with a long straight edge - functionally a hybrid that slices like a wharncliffe but keeps a stronger tip. The Cirex is a true clip point.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601A - Steel Comparison Table\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSteel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical HRC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEdge Retention\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCorrosion Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eToughness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSharpening Ease\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBohler M390\u003c\/strong\u003e (this knife)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60-62\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExceptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficult (diamond)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPM-20CV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExceptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPM-S35VN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58-60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBetter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14C28N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Easy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58-61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFair (oil it)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGlossary of Key Terms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBohler M390\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA third-generation powder-metallurgy stainless from Bohler loaded with chromium, vanadium and molybdenum carbides. At 60-62 HRC it holds a working edge longer than almost any other production knife steel and still resists corrosion like a true stainless.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrossbar Lock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA spring-loaded steel bar that spans the handle and wedges behind the blade tang. It is fully ambidextrous, keeps your fingers out of the blade path on closing and is among the strongest folder locks in production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6AL4V Titanium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Ti-6Al-4V aerospace alloy used for GEO's scales, clip, pivot cap and screws. It is roughly 45 percent lighter than steel, completely corrosion-proof and takes a hard, wear-resistant anodized surface.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBronze Washers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhosphor-bronze pivot washers that give a smooth, controlled opening and shrug off pocket grit far better than bare titanium-on-steel contact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrop Point\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA convex spine that sweeps down toward a strong, controllable point - the default all-round blade profile for hard-use EDC.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlat Grind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlade flats that taper in a straight line from the spine to the edge. It slices better than a hollow grind and stays much tougher behind the apex.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum and Cryogenic Heat Treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA two-stage quench: vacuum hardening prevents decarburization and scale, then a deep cryogenic cycle converts retained austenite so the steel reaches its full hardness and dimensional stability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness C scale: the industry standard for reporting blade hardness. Higher numbers mean a harder, more wear-resistant edge that is also less forgiving of lateral load.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStonewash Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA blade finish achieved by tumbling (stonewash) or successive hand-lapped abrasives (hand-rubbed satin); both hide carry wear and kill glare better than a mirror polish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601A - Who Should Buy \/ Who Should Skip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Should Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel-first buyers who want M390 performance at a mid-three-figure price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eG10 loyalists who want a light, grippy, weatherproof scale instead of titanium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft-handers - the crossbar lock and washers make it completely ambidextrous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors tracking the GEO Knife lineup; the Cirex is the brand's new value M390 line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants M390, titanium hardware and a crossbar lock without paying flagship prices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Should Skip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou pry or baton with your EDC - 60-62 HRC M390 chips under lateral abuse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a sub-3-inch legal-carry blade; the Cirex runs a 3.5-inch blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou hate diamond stones - M390 reprofiling on ordinary aluminum-oxide is miserable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer warm, hand-filling handles; the Cirex slabs are slim and flat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want titanium scales at this price - the G10 keeps the cost down instead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601A - Care \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the blade dry after every use - M390 is stainless, not stain-proof, and pocket humidity will still speckle it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne drop of quality knife oil at the pivot and crossbar contact points monthly, then cycle the action to spread it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlow pocket lint out of the handle channel with compressed air before oiling so grit never grinds inside the pivot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen on diamond or CBN plates; at 60-62 HRC conventional aluminium-oxide stones barely cut this steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse light, consistent strokes and finish on a fine ceramic or leather strop - heavy pressure chips a hard apex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse with warm water and mild dish soap when it gets grimy, then dry thoroughly before it goes back in the pocket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever pry, twist or use the tip as a screwdriver; hard steel trades impact toughness for wear resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the crossbar track clean; a lint-packed omega spring channel is the number one cause of a sluggish action.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-torque clip and body screws with the correct Torx driver - titanium hardware gall if you overtighten it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GEO Knife","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50533159338181,"sku":"GEO2601A","price":95.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0584\/0699\/4117\/files\/01_-_2.jpg?v=1790243369"},{"product_id":"geo-knife-cirex-geo2601b","title":"GEO Knife Cirex GEO2601B M390 Blade G10 Handle Crossbar Lock Folding Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/edcmall.cn\/collections\/geo-knife-cirex\"\u003eGEO Knife Cirex\u003c\/a\u003e GEO2601B exemplifies premium EDC craftsmanship with its exquisite design and exceptional performance. Featuring a Bohler M390 stonewash blade—a powder-metallurgical stainless steel offering unparalleled wear resistance and edge retention—this folding knife delivers superior cutting performance. The blade's HRC60-62 hardness ensures lasting sharpness, while the tiffany blue G10 handle provides an ergonomic, secure grip suitable for any environment. Its crossbar lock mechanism guarantees reliable blade security during demanding tasks. Built for outdoor enthusiasts and daily carry, the knife combines ultralight utility with sophisticated aesthetics. Weighing just 83.5g and measuring 8 inches overall, it represents the ideal choice for those seeking durability, performance, and style in a compact EDC solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"product-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM390 Blade Introduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/edcmall.cn\/collections\/m390\"\u003eM390\u003c\/a\u003e is an advanced powder-metallurgical stainless steel utilizing high chromium and vanadium content to deliver exceptional wear resistance and industry-leading corrosion resilience. It excels at retaining a razor-sharp edge under prolonged use; however, this extreme hardness renders the blade notably difficult to sharpen or reprofile without diamond abrasives. Additionally, its fine microstructure, while offering superior edge stability, sacrifices some structural toughness and may be more prone to chipping under heavy lateral stress.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel: GEO2601B\u003cbr\u003eProduct Type: Folding Knife\u003cbr\u003eBrand: GEO\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 8.0 inch \/ 205mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Length: 3.5 inch \/ 89mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandle Length:  4.5 inch \/ 116mm\u003cbr\u003eHandle Thickness: 0.48 inch \/ 12.1mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Width: 1.2 inch \/ 30 mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Thickness: 0.1 inch \/ 3.1mm\u003cbr\u003eBlade Material: Bohler M390\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeat Treatment: Vacuum \u0026amp; Cryogenic\u003cbr\u003eBlade Hardness: HRC60-62\u003cbr\u003eBlade Type: Clip Point\u003cbr\u003eBlade Finish: Stonewash\u003cbr\u003eBlade Grind: Flat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandle Material: G10\u003cbr\u003eLock Type: Crossbar\u003cbr\u003eDexterity: Ambidextrous\u003cbr\u003eWashers Material: \u003cspan\u003eBronze Washers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBack Spacer: N\/A\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClip Material: 6AL4V Titanium\u003cbr\u003eClip Position: Tip-up, Right\u003cbr\u003ePivot Cap: 6AL4V Titanium \u003cbr\u003ePivot Collar : Titanium\u003cbr\u003eScrews Material: 6AL4V Titanium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem Weight: 2.95 oz \/ 83.5 g\u003cbr\u003eDesigner: Fabian Hobbelen\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Origin: China\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601B - Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GEO Knife Cirex GEO2601B folds Bohler \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/m390\"\u003eM390\u003c\/a\u003e performance into a slim crossbar-lock chassis designed by Fabian Hobbelen for \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/geo-knife\"\u003eGEO Knife\u003c\/a\u003e. The Tiffany Blue G10 scales keep the knife at 2.95 oz, while the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/m390\"\u003eM390\u003c\/a\u003e blade - vacuum and cryogenically hardened to 60-62 HRC in a clip point profile - holds its edge through weeks of cardboard, rope and food prep. A phosphor-bronze washer pivot, titanium clip hardware and the fully ambidextrous \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/crossbar-lock-knives\"\u003ecrossbar lock\u003c\/a\u003e make deployment silent and fumble-free from either hand, and the whole package sits comfortably inside the premium tier of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/folding-knives\"\u003efolding knives\u003c\/a\u003e. Carry it daily as an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/edc-all-products\"\u003eEDC\u003c\/a\u003e tool, and it will outlast folders costing twice as much.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601B - Bohler M390 Blade Performance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM390 is the headline act here. Bohler's third-generation powder-metallurgy \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/m390\"\u003eM390\u003c\/a\u003e mixes high chromium with dense vanadium and molybdenum carbides, so it resists wear like a tool steel while shrugging off corrosion like a true stainless. The trade is sharpening difficulty - budget for diamond or CBN stones - and a modest willingness to chip under prying loads. In exchange you get one of the longest-lasting working edges in the production knife world, heat-treated here with a vacuum and cryogenic cycle for full carbide development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601B - Core Selling Points\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBohler M390 blade at 60-62 HRC - exceptional edge retention and corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiffany Blue G10 scales over a full titanium hardware set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully ambidextrous crossbar lock - the strongest folder lock class in production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhosphor-bronze washer pivot for a smooth, damped, gritty-day action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3.5 inch \/ 89 mm blade in clip point profile, stonewash finish, flat grind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6AL4V titanium tip-up pocket clip, pivot cap and screws throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight at 83.5 g with a slim 11-12 mm handle profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabian Hobbelen design with vacuum + cryogenic heat treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601B - Where It Earns Its Pocket Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaily package duty\u003c\/strong\u003e - Case-hardened edge life for a work pocket that opens boxes, tape and shrink wrap all week without a touch-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRange bag resident\u003c\/strong\u003e - The ambidextrous crossbar action works gloved, and the blackwash or glow finish is easy to find on a bench in low light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCamp kitchen second\u003c\/strong\u003e - The 3.38-inch modified Wharncliffe slices onions, salami and cord cleanly with its full-length straight edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUrban EDC\u003c\/strong\u003e - A 7.96-inch overall footprint with chamfered edges rides flat and quiet; the titanium or GITD scale keeps it looking dressy at dinner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector display\u003c\/strong\u003e - Limited to 200 pieces (K1099V11) with Munko Knives design language, copper-tone hardware and quasar-inspired chamfers that photograph beautifully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the crossbar lock easy to close one-handed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes - pull the lock bar sideways with your index finger and let the blade fall or guide it shut. Your fingers never cross the blade path, which is why crossbar locks are a favorite with both left- and right-handed users.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow tough is Bohler M390 in daily use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAt 60-62 HRC M390 holds an edge roughly twice as long as mid-range stainless, but it prefers slicing to prying. Use it within its design envelope and it will go months between touch-ups.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat washers run the blade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003ePhosphor-bronze washers give the Aska and Cirex a smooth, damped swing that shrugs off pocket grit far better than bare metal-on-metal pivots.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the knife come with a pocket clip?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes - a 6AL4V titanium clip set for tip-up, right-side carry. The Aska adds a ring pommel, so many owners also run it on a lanyard or in a pouch.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Aska a wharncliffe or a drop point?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe spec sheet lists the Aska as a drop point with a long straight edge - functionally a hybrid that slices like a wharncliffe but keeps a stronger tip. The Cirex is a true clip point.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601B - Steel Comparison Table\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSteel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical HRC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEdge Retention\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCorrosion Resistance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eToughness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSharpening Ease\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBohler M390\u003c\/strong\u003e (this knife)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60-62\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExceptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficult (diamond)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPM-20CV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExceptional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCPM-S35VN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58-60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBetter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14C28N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e59-61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExcellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Easy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58-61\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery Good\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFair (oil it)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGlossary of Key Terms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBohler M390\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA third-generation powder-metallurgy stainless from Bohler loaded with chromium, vanadium and molybdenum carbides. At 60-62 HRC it holds a working edge longer than almost any other production knife steel and still resists corrosion like a true stainless.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrossbar Lock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA spring-loaded steel bar that spans the handle and wedges behind the blade tang. It is fully ambidextrous, keeps your fingers out of the blade path on closing and is among the strongest folder locks in production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6AL4V Titanium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Ti-6Al-4V aerospace alloy used for GEO's scales, clip, pivot cap and screws. It is roughly 45 percent lighter than steel, completely corrosion-proof and takes a hard, wear-resistant anodized surface.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBronze Washers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhosphor-bronze pivot washers that give a smooth, controlled opening and shrug off pocket grit far better than bare titanium-on-steel contact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrop Point\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA convex spine that sweeps down toward a strong, controllable point - the default all-round blade profile for hard-use EDC.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlat Grind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlade flats that taper in a straight line from the spine to the edge. It slices better than a hollow grind and stays much tougher behind the apex.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum and Cryogenic Heat Treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA two-stage quench: vacuum hardening prevents decarburization and scale, then a deep cryogenic cycle converts retained austenite so the steel reaches its full hardness and dimensional stability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHRC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRockwell Hardness C scale: the industry standard for reporting blade hardness. Higher numbers mean a harder, more wear-resistant edge that is also less forgiving of lateral load.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStonewash Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA blade finish achieved by tumbling (stonewash) or successive hand-lapped abrasives (hand-rubbed satin); both hide carry wear and kill glare better than a mirror polish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601B - Who Should Buy \/ Who Should Skip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Should Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel-first buyers who want M390 performance at a mid-three-figure price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eG10 loyalists who want a light, grippy, weatherproof scale instead of titanium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft-handers - the crossbar lock and washers make it completely ambidextrous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors tracking the GEO Knife lineup; the Cirex is the brand's new value M390 line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants M390, titanium hardware and a crossbar lock without paying flagship prices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Should Skip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou pry or baton with your EDC - 60-62 HRC M390 chips under lateral abuse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a sub-3-inch legal-carry blade; the Cirex runs a 3.5-inch blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou hate diamond stones - M390 reprofiling on ordinary aluminum-oxide is miserable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer warm, hand-filling handles; the Cirex slabs are slim and flat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want titanium scales at this price - the G10 keeps the cost down instead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEO Knife Cirex GEO2601B - Care \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the blade dry after every use - M390 is stainless, not stain-proof, and pocket humidity will still speckle it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne drop of quality knife oil at the pivot and crossbar contact points monthly, then cycle the action to spread it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlow pocket lint out of the handle channel with compressed air before oiling so grit never grinds inside the pivot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharpen on diamond or CBN plates; at 60-62 HRC conventional aluminium-oxide stones barely cut this steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse light, consistent strokes and finish on a fine ceramic or leather strop - heavy pressure chips a hard apex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse with warm water and mild dish soap when it gets grimy, then dry thoroughly before it goes back in the pocket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever pry, twist or use the tip as a screwdriver; hard steel trades impact toughness for wear resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the crossbar track clean; a lint-packed omega spring channel is the number one cause of a sluggish action.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-torque clip and body screws with the correct Torx driver - titanium hardware gall if you overtighten it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GEO Knife","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50533232836805,"sku":"GEO2601B","price":95.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0584\/0699\/4117\/files\/01_f994d012-e6d0-49a2-a153-25a7b059854c.jpg?v=1790243687"}],"url":"https:\/\/edcmall.cn\/collections\/geo-knife-cirex.oembed","provider":"EDCMALL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}