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The Tenable Leviathan B1083A1 features a premium D2 blade—a high-carbon, high-chromium steel delivering exceptional hardness and edge retention for demanding tasks. Its 3.9" hawkbill blade with flat grind and gray TiCn coating ensures superior cutting performance and durability. The slate blue G10 handle provides ergonomic comfort and reliable grip, while the liner lock mechanism guarantees secure blade deployment. Weighing just 8.22oz, this 9.6" folding knife balances functionality with portability. Designed by Warhawk Knives, it combines professional-grade materials with tactical versatility, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and EDC users seeking dependable cutting performance and longevity.

D2 Blade Introduction

SPECIFICATIONS

Overall Length	9.6"/243.9mm
Blade Length	3.9"/99.1mm
Blade Thickness	0.125''/3.2mm
Blade Material	D2
Blade Style	Hawkbill
Blade Grind	Flat Grind
Blade Finish	Gray TiCn Coated
Handle Material	G10
Color	Slate Blue G10
Lock Type	Liner Lock
Weight	8.22oz/233g
Model Name	Leviathan
Model Number	B1083A1
Designer	Warhawk Knives

Tenable Leviathan B1083A1 — TiCn-Coated D2 Hawkbill, Slate Blue G10

The B1083A1 is the entry point to the Leviathan family and arguably the smartest buy: the same 9.6-inch, 8.22oz overbuilt frame, a 3.9-inch hawkbill blade in D2 tool steel wearing a gray TiCn (titanium carbonitride) coating for extra surface hardness and corrosion resistance, and slate blue G10 scales that grip like sandpaper and cost nothing to maintain. Designer Daniel Sparhawk of Warhawk Knives built this platform for guys who believe a folding knife should have some meat on its bones. Flipper tab or thumb hole — open it either way — and the liner lock keeps the claw where you put it. See the rest of the Tenable Knives family and our full folding knives selection.

D2 Steel & Hardware Selling Points

• D2 Tool Steel: 58-61 HRC high-wear die steel — edges last through rope, cardboard and wood where budget steels go dull.
• Gray TiCn Coating: Titanium carbonitride plating adds surface hardness, cuts friction and shields the semi-stainless steel from corrosion.
• Hawkbill Profile: The curved claw edge is the best shape in blades for pull-cutting rope, webbing, hose and zip ties.
• Slate Blue G10: Fiberglass laminate handle scales — waterproof, chemically inert, and grippy in any conditions.
• Flipper + Thumb Hole: Dual deployment for bare hands, gloves or quiet openings.
• 3.2mm Blade Stock: Serious steel behind the edge — no blade flex under hard cuts.

Core Selling Points

• 3.9in / 99.1mm TiCn-coated D2 hawkbill blade, flat grind
• Curved claw edge optimized for rope, cord and webbing pull cuts
• D2 tool steel at 58-61 HRC with added TiCn surface hardness
• Slate blue G10 scales — all-weather, zero-maintenance grip
• Flipper tab and thumb hole dual deployment
• Dependable liner lock sized for the big blade
• 9.6in overall, 8.22oz / 233g — the most affordable Leviathan
• Warhawk Knives designer folder under $80

Best Use Scenarios

1. Rope & Cordage Work: The hawkbill pull-cut eats paracord, bank line and dock line for breakfast.
2. Wet-Weather Carry: TiCn coating plus G10 scales shrug off rain that would stain bare steel.
3. Trades & Jobsite: Hose, gasket, flooring and insulation cuts with real leverage.
4. Range & Truck Knife: Big, tough, coated — the knife you leave ready in the console.
5. First Big Folder: The most affordable way into a designer overbuilt platform.

FAQ — Tenable Leviathan B1083A1

Q1. What is TiCn coating?
A: Titanium carbonitride — a hard ceramic-metal plating applied to the blade for extra surface hardness, lower friction and better corrosion resistance.

Q2. Does the coating wear off?
A: It wears slowly at the cutting edge with heavy use — revealing bare D2, which sharpens normally. The coating on flats lasts years.

Q3. Is a hawkbill hard to sharpen?
A: The inside curve needs a round ceramic or tapered diamond rod; the main bevel is standard flat-stone work.

Q4. D2 is semi-stainless — do I need to baby it?
A: The TiCn coating does most of the corrosion fighting. Wipe the exposed edge dry after wet cuts and you are fine.

Q5. How does B1083A1 differ from the other Leviathans?
A: Same frame and size; B1083A1 is the TiCn D2 hawkbill with slate blue G10 — and the lowest price of the family.

D2 Steel Comparison — Same-Price-Class Blade Steels

Steel	Typical HRC	Edge Retention	Corrosion Resistance	Toughness	Sharpening Ease
D2 + TiCn (this knife)	58-61	Excellent	Good (coated)	Moderate	Difficult
8Cr13MoV	57-59	Moderate	Good	Good	Very easy
AUS-8	57-59	Moderate	Good	Very good	Very easy
14C28N	58-60	Good	Excellent	Good	Easy
440C	58-60	Good	Good	Moderate	Moderate
1095 (carbon)	55-58	Moderate	Poor	Excellent	Very easy

Key Terminology

Hawkbill Blade
A claw-shaped blade with a curved edge designed for pull cuts — the go-to profile for rope, webbing and rescue cutting.

D2 Tool Steel
Air-hardening, high-carbon/high-chromium die steel; semi-stainless at 58-61 HRC with outstanding wear resistance.

TiCn (Titanium Carbonitride) Coating
A hard PVD-style plating that increases surface hardness, reduces friction and improves corrosion resistance.

G10
High-pressure fiberglass laminate — waterproof, chemically resistant and grippy; the workhorse of hard-use knife handles.

Liner Lock
Internal locking bar that secures the blade open; slim, proven and one-hand closable.

HRC (Rockwell Hardness)
The hardness scale for blade steel — 58-61 HRC is the sweet spot for hard-use folders.

Who Should Buy / Who Should Skip

Who Should Buy:

• Value-focused buyers who want the full Leviathan platform at the lowest price
• Ranch, marine and trades users who cut rope and webbing regularly
• Anyone working in wet weather who wants a coated blade and G10 scales
• Blue-knife fans looking for a large folder with color personality
• Gift buyers needing a big, serious knife under $80

Who Should Skip:

• Users who mostly slice cardboard and food — a straight edge is more versatile
• Lightweight EDC purists; 8.22oz is a statement
• Those wanting pattern steel or Micarta — look at the B1083A2/A3/A4 variants
• Carriers in jurisdictions restricting blades over 3.5 inches

Care & Maintenance

1. Wipe the exposed edge dry after wet cuts; the TiCn flats handle moisture well but the edge is bare D2.
2. Oil the blade lightly after marine or salty exposure.
3. Sharpen the curved edge with a round ceramic rod; the flat bevel on standard stones.
4. Coating chips at the edge are cosmetic — the D2 underneath sharpens normally.
5. G10 scales clean with soap and water; a stiff brush restores grip texture.
6. Blow lint from the liner lock channel periodically.
7. Oil the pivot every couple of months for smooth deployment.
8. Check body and clip screw tightness after hard use.
9. Store dry; the coated blade makes long-term storage easy with a light oil film.

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