Fallkniven A1 Pro CoS: unboxing and first impressions

A1 pro field test! :    • New Fällkniven A1 PRO: Field test   The regular Fallkniven a1 was my favourite survival knife so I just had to get the pro version! New and improved Pro series specification Pro series of F1, S1 and A1 differs from its predecessors in the following important details: 1. The laminated VG10 steel is replaced with a laminate cobalt steel (lam. CoS) which, amongst other things, ensures a durable edge and improved edge retention. 2. The blades are consistently thicker causing an increased torsional rigidity - they will withstand even greater external forces than before. 3. The tapered tang is wider and thicker and thus significantly stronger. 4. The crossguard is made of stainless steel and permanently mounted to the tang. 5. The convex edge has been refined to improve the cutting properties. 6. The zytel sheaths are redesigned meaning they are more durable and are better suited to the Molle attachment system. 7. The knives are supplied with our most valued combination whetstone, the DC4. It offers both a diamond whetstone and a ceramic stone for field sharpening. 8. The knives are packed in shock-resistant, waterproof boxes that can be used for storage of smart phones, GPS, documents, survival gear and much more. Understandably these knives fall into a higher price category. However, considering the unparalleled quality they are by no means over priced. A professional survival knife should be able to be relied upon in the all-weather and we really mean all weather. It should also be pleasant, safe and comfortable to handle whether it’s fine or rough work, summer heat or winter cold. We have considered everything in the design of this quite superb knife and we, therefore, offer a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship. PRODUCT DETAILS A1pro Total length (mm) 283 Blade length (mm) 160 Blade thickness (mm) 7 Blade profile Convex Tang Broad, protruding Weight (knife) 363g Steel Lam.CoS Hardness (HRC) 60 Handle material Thermorun Sheath Zytel ~-~~-~~~-~~-~ Please watch: "Battle of the Ultimate Chopping Knives! Which is the Best!??"    • EXTREME Battle of the Ultimate Chopping Kn...   ~-~~-~~~-~~-~