1. Are Shokunin USA knives handmade?

Yes. Shokunin USA offers handmade and artisan-crafted knives made with carefully selected materials. Our collection includes pocket knives, hunting knives, fixed blade knives, EDC knives, chef knives, and custom designs.

What types of knives does Shokunin USA offer?

We offer a wide selection of pocket knives, folding knives, hunting knives, fixed blade knives, Bowie knives, EDC knives, chef knives, Japanese knives, Damascus knives, and personalized knives.

Can I personalize or engrave my knife?

Yes. Many Shokunin USA knives can be personalized with custom engraving, including names, initials, dates, short messages, and other text depending on the knife design.

What is Japanese VG10 steel?

VG10 is a Japanese stainless cutlery steel valued for its combination of edge retention, corrosion resistance, and ease of maintenance. We offer Japanese VG10 knives in several folding, pocket, and kitchen knife designs.

What is the difference between Damascus, VG10, D2 and CTS XHP?

These steels have different characteristics. Damascus is especially known for its layered appearance; VG10 combines corrosion resistance with good edge retention; D2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel known for wear resistance; and CTS XHP is a premium stainless tool steel designed to provide strong edge retention and corrosion resistance.

Can I order a custom knife?

Yes. Shokunin USA offers customization and personalization on many designs. Available options vary by product and may include engraving, handle materials, blade styles, and other custom details.

Are personalized knives good gifts?

Personalized knives can make distinctive gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, Father's Day, weddings, groomsmen, graduations, and other special occasions. Adding a name, date, initials, or message can make each piece more personal.

What handle materials does Shokunin USA offer?

Depending on the design, our knives are available with materials such as olive wood, maple burl, exotic woods, resin, antler, bone, carbon fiber, titanium, G10, Micarta, and other premium materials.

Navigator CTS XHP High Performance Stainless Tool Steel Pocket Knife with Clip & G10 Fiber Handle

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Navigator CTS XHP High Performance Stainless Tool Steel Pocket Knife with Clip & G10 Fiber Handle

Navigator CTS XHP High-Performance Stainless Tool Steel Folding Pocket Knife, 7.0” Overall, 3.0” Drop Point Blade, Black G10 Fiber Handle, Pocket Clip, Push-Button Lock, Ball-Bearing Assembly, Leather Sheath, Pro Knife Sharpening & Personalized Engraving

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Free Engraving

Leather Sheath Included

Complimentary Professional Sharpening

Free Domestic Shipping

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Scales & Handle

The handle is constructed from durable black G10 fiber, a high-performance material known for its resistance to moisture, heat, cold, and everyday wear.

Stainless steel pins reinforce the handle construction, while the integrated pocket clip provides convenient everyday carry.

A push-button locking mechanism allows secure blade operation, while the high-tech ball-bearing assembly provides smooth folding action.

Size & Measurements

Material: CTS XHP high-performance stainless tool steel blade with black G10 fiber handle.
Overall length is 7.0" inch.
Blade length is 3.0" inch.
Blade thickness is 2.0 mm.
CTS XHP Blade:
The blade is crafted from CTS XHP, a high-performance stainless tool steel produced by Carpenter Technology Corporation in the USA. This powder metallurgy steel is known for its fine grain structure, strong edge retention, corrosion resistance, toughness, and dependable cutting performance.
CTS XHP combines high hardness with practical sharpenability, making it well suited for premium folding knives designed for everyday carry, outdoor use, hunting, and demanding cutting applications.
The 3.0-inch drop point blade offers a versatile profile with excellent control and strength for a wide range of everyday and outdoor cutting tasks.

What's Included

1x Navigator CTS XHP folding pocket knife.
1x Hand-stitched genuine leather sheath.
1x Pocket knife sharpener.
Free Personalized Engraving.
Free Pro Knife Sharpening.

Complimentary Services & Add-Ons

Complimentary gift messages.
Complimentary personalization & engraving up to 30 characters.
Professional sharpening before shipping.
Gift wrapping service available for a minimal additional fee.

Attributes & Features

CTS XHP HIGH-PERFORMANCE STAINLESS TOOL STEEL: The blade is made from premium CTS XHP powder metallurgy stainless tool steel, offering excellent edge retention, corrosion resistance, toughness, and dependable performance.

DROP POINT BLADE: The versatile 3.0-inch drop point blade provides excellent control, strength, and cutting capability for everyday carry, outdoor activities, and general-purpose use.

ERGONOMIC & WELL-BALANCED: The knife is designed to provide a comfortable balance between the blade and handle, allowing controlled and precise cutting while maintaining a compact everyday-carry profile.

DURABLE BLACK G10 HANDLE: The rugged G10 fiber handle offers excellent resistance to moisture, temperature changes, and wear while providing a secure and comfortable grip.

POCKET CLIP: An integrated pocket clip allows convenient and secure everyday carry.

PUSH-BUTTON LOCKING MECHANISM: The locking system provides secure blade engagement and convenient one-handed operation.

BALL-BEARING ASSEMBLY: The high-tech ball-bearing pivot system helps provide smooth and consistent blade deployment and folding action.

SUPERIOR SHARPNESS: Each blade is professionally sharpened before shipping to provide a clean, razor-sharp edge ready for use.

PERSONALIZED ENGRAVING: Complimentary engraving allows you to personalize the knife with a name, initials, date, or special message, making it an excellent personal piece or memorable gift.

LIFETIME WARRANTY: The Navigator is backed by a lifetime warranty against qualifying defects, providing long-term confidence in its craftsmanship and construction.

The Navigator CTS XHP Folding Pocket Knife combines modern blade steel technology with durable G10 construction and smooth folding performance. Its compact 7.0-inch overall size, 3.0-inch drop point blade, pocket clip, locking mechanism, and ball-bearing assembly make it a practical choice for everyday carry and outdoor use.

Whether carried for daily tasks, hunting, camping, outdoor adventures, collecting, or personalized as a gift, the Navigator delivers a refined combination of performance, durability, and modern folding-knife design.