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Description
The QSP Baby Viper QS178-B2 is a compact fixed blade knife engineered for everyday carry and outdoor tasks. Featuring a 10Cr15MoV stainless steel blade—equivalent to VG10—it delivers excellent corrosion resistance and edge retention at an affordable price point. The clip-point design measures 2.80 inches with a hardness of 59-61 HRC, providing reliable cutting performance. The glow-in-the-dark Micarta handle ensures secure grip and visibility in low-light conditions. At just 97 grams and 6.06 inches overall, this knife balances portability with functionality. While 10Cr15MoV lacks the enhanced hardness of cobalt-bearing alternatives, it remains highly effective for standard culinary and everyday carry applications, though it may require more frequent sharpening under heavy use.
10Cr15MoV Blade Introduction
10Cr15MoV is a high-carbon stainless steel widely recognized for delivering an excellent balance of affordability, corrosion resistance, and edge retention. Enriched with molybdenum and vanadium, it achieves a commendable level of hardness and wear resistance, making it highly effective for standard culinary and everyday carry tasks. However, unlike its cobalt-bearing sibling 10Cr15CoMoV, it lacks the enhanced hardness and peak edge longevity that cobalt provides. Its primary drawbacks include a susceptibility to micro-chipping under high-impact conditions and a moderate difficulty in sharpening compared to lower-carbon steels.
SPECIFICATIONS
Category : FIXED BLADE KNIFE
Mechanism : Fixed blade
Name: Baby Viper
Blade: 10Cr15MoV ( equal to VG10 )
Handle: Glow-in-the-Dark Micarta
Overall: 6.06'' (154mm)
Handle: 3.26''(83mm)
Blade: 2.80" (71mm)
Blade thickness: +/-2.9mm
Blade shape: Clip point
HRC: 59-61 ( blade with coating will be around 1-2HRC less )
Net Weight: +/-97g (3.42oz)
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Delivery and Shipping
In-stock orders will be shipped in 48 hours except weekend and holidays.
Pre-orders pls subject to the indicated Pre-order shipping dates.
From China warehouse: Estimated delivery in 15–21 business days