Xi-Kar- 188BGTC Extreme Tactical Folder With Titanium Liner Lock, Aluminum Frame-XI 188 BGTC

XI KAR- Xi 188 BGTC -Extreme Assisted Opening Folding Pocket Knife ( 3" Stainless Steel Blade ) Launched this spring during the knife industry's largest annual event known as the SHOT Show, the Xi-188 Extreme is generating some extreme attention in the marketplace -- so says knife designer Scott Almsberger, vice president and product designer for the company. "This gentlemen's tactical is a must-have for both the everyday connoisseur and the serious knife collector," Almsberger stated. "It is smooth, slim, light and ergonomic." With an open length of 188mm (7.37 inches), the Extreme is the company's largest folder yet. However, weighing in at just 3.5 oz., the Extreme carries like a much smaller knife. "I have carried the knife for a few weeks and it is amazingly light and slim -- I really don't notice it. This is unusual for such a big knife, " says Dave Boeckel, General Manager for Chesapeake Knife & Tool, one of the country's largest knife retailers. The XI-188 Extreme is XIKAR's fourth entry in the world of ergonomic, precision knives. It follows the successful launch of the 118 Elan, 138 Excel and most recently, the 158 Excursion. The 188 Extreme is constructed with an anodized aircraft aluminum frame, and Z60 stainless blades hardened to HRC 58. The blade is available in either razor or combo edge, with optional Black Teflon coating, The knife features a titanium liner and clip, and handle options of G10, coco bolo or ambuina. "I love the Xi-188 Extreme for its ergonomics and precision," said Almsberger. "It shows that a big knife can be comfortable and smooth."