Fox Italicus Liner Lock Black Folding Knife [FOX540B]

Antonio Di Gennaro’s compact-grip brief

Antonio Di Gennaro developed the Italico, sold here under the Italicus name, around two priorities: a very compact folder and a grip that would feel substantial in the hand. Fox’s published account of the first sketches places ergonomics at the beginning of the design process.

The resulting knife pairs a comparatively short blade with a pronounced handle shape. It is an everyday folder whose character comes from the relationship between those two elements, rather than from adding blade length.

This edition

This Italicus Liner Lock Black Folding Knife configuration has a 2.50" blade made from Bohler N690 stainless. The grip uses black textured FRN. Closed length is 3.5" (8.89cm).

Construction and carry

The mechanism is Linerlock. A pocket clip provides the carrying attachment. The handle also has a lanyard opening.

Specifications