Kubey Drift Crossbar Lock Tiff blue Folding Knife [KUB509B]

A compact drop point for recurring cutting tasks

The Drift combines Kubey's short drop-point blade with a shaped folding handle and thumb-stud deployment. Its curved working edge gives it a different cutting profile from the straight-edged Rook. The clip supplies the pocket attachment with the edge enclosed during carry.

Blade, handle and carrying size

• Blade: 2.96" (75 mm) D2 tool steel; satin finish
• Handle: Tiffany blue G10
• Mechanism: Crossbar Lock
• Pocket size: 3.94" (100 mm) closed

Materials and cutting character

The drop-point profile combines a curved cutting belly with a lowered tip, giving it a versatile outline for slicing and controlled point work.

G10 is a fiberglass-and-resin composite. Its layered construction gives the scales a durable structure, while the actual machining and surface texture determine how the grip feels in hand.

After cutting, clean and dry the blade before storage. A light protective oil is particularly useful for this steel when the knife will be exposed to moisture or left unused for a while.

Crossbar Lock explained

A transverse bar engages the blade to hold it open. Pulling the bar back releases the blade for folding; the release sits near the pivot rather than along the cutting-edge channel.

Construction details

• Clip placement: The reversible pocket clip lets you change the carrying side. That affects pocket placement; it does not by itself change the lock-release design.

Specifications