The James Brand enhances Barnes Integral Knife with a stormy, icy aesthetic: Arctic Allure edition.
Portland-based knife manufacturer, The James Brand, has unveiled the Barnes Arctic Storm + Stainless, a limited-edition version of their flagship knife. This collaboration with Lithuanian carbon fiber specialists, Fatcarbon, offers a visually captivating handle treatment, showcasing striking blues, blacks, and grays on the titanium surface.
The Barnes has always been synonymous with technical expertise and minimalist design. As The James Brand's first integral folder, it set a high standard for the brand, boasting a single-billet titanium construction that instantaneously became their marquee product. The new iteration builds upon this foundation, embodying the premium nature of the Barnes with its carbon fiber handle treatment.
What truly distinguishes the Barnes is its integrated construction. As opposed to traditional knives assembled from separate pieces, the integral design means the entire handle is machined from a single piece of metal. This results in fewer potential failure points, cleaner lines, and a unique feel in hand. The Arctic Storm variant retains this integral construction in 6AL-4V titanium, complemented by a frame lock mechanism and an absent display of visible hardware, allowing the carbon fiber inlay to take center stage.
The Barnes' aesthetic appeal is accompanied by robust performance. The blade, measuring 3.5 inches, is crafted from Boehler M390, a "super steel" highly regarded for its all-around properties. The blade glides smoothly on ceramic bearings, offering effortless deployment. Additional features include a machined titanium pocket clip with The James Brand's signature Clovis point detail, ambidextrous thumb studs, and a paracord lanyard. Each knife even comes with The James Brand's first-ever challenge coin, a nod to an old superstition about gifting knives.
- Blade Length: 3.5 inches (8.9 cm)
- Blade Steel: Boehler M390 stainless steel
- Overall Length: 7.8 inches (19.8 cm)
- Handle Material: 6AL-4V titanium with Arctic Storm Fatcarbon inlay
- Lock Type: Integral frame lock with hardened steel lock face insert
- Weight: 4.6 ounces (132 g)
- Pivot: Ceramic bearings
- Clip: Deep-carry machined titanium
- Production Quantity: 24 pieces (limited edition)
The James Brand Barnes Arctic Storm + Stainless is available now on the company's website for $799, with only 24 units produced. Interested buyers are encouraged to act swiftly due to the limited quantity.
[1] Limited Availability: The extremely limited production of 24 units for the James Brand Barnes Arctic Storm + Stainless suggests that it won't be available for long (Enrichment Data).[3] Price and Purchase: The James Brand Barnes Arctic Storm + Stainless can be purchased exclusively on the company's website for $799 (Enrichment Data).
The James Brand Barnes Arctic Storm + Stainless, a limited-edition knife, showcases a unique style with its carbon fiber handle treatment, complementing its premium technology and smart-home devices-like gadget quality. The new iteration retains the blade's robust performance, maintaining its single-billet titanium construction and Boehler M390 stainless steel, while elevating its aesthetic appeal.
