{"product_id":"cudeman-fab-cocobolo-pulido","title":"Cudeman FAB Polished Cocobolo","description":"\u003carticle\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCudeman FAB Limited Edition (298-KP): the FAB turned into a collector's piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome knives are built to tame the backcountry, and others are born to crown a brand's legacy. The \u003cstrong\u003eCudeman FAB Limited Edition (298-KP)\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs to the second group: it is the most refined version of one of the most award-winning models in the catalogue. This is a series restricted to just \u003cstrong\u003e300\u003c\/strong\u003e pieces worldwide, conceived as a tribute to a knife that once marked a turning point. The robust soul of the \u003cstrong\u003eFAB\u003c\/strong\u003e remains intact, but here every millimetre of steel and every grain of the natural Cocobolo wood has received a mirror polish applied entirely by hand. The blade bears a special laser-engraved logo, and each unit arrives with a certificate of authenticity carrying its hand-written numbering, your assurance that you own a unique example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Albacete with extreme care, this model is not meant to take a beating among mud and firewood. While it keeps the structural strength that defines the range, its natural home is inside a display cabinet. It is a nod to the most demanding collector, to anyone who appreciates that technical excellence can also be expressed through visual finish and the strictest exclusivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sets this series apart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertified exclusivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e joining the small circle of 300 owners worldwide, with hand-written numbering and a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtisan luxury finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e the striking mirror polish, carried out entirely by hand, raises the reliability of the FAB to the status of a display piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage and prestige:\u003c\/strong\u003e the iconic design of modern survival in a premium version, ideal to pass on to future generations of Spanish knife enthusiasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSteel and edge\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind that flawless polish lies the renowned Bohler N-695 steel. The heat treatment applied by the manufacturer brings it up to \u003cstrong\u003e59\/60 HRc\u003c\/strong\u003e, leaving intact the remarkable edge retention and toughness that made the original model famous. The flat grind produces an edge that cuts with precision from the very first use, finished with the exclusive logo of this limited series. Its cutting ability is formidable, but its display vocation invites you to admire its geometry rather than put the edge to wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConstruction and strength\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegance takes nothing away from the strength of this edition. It is a full tang knife built on a solid plate \u003cstrong\u003e5 millimetres\u003c\/strong\u003e thick with a \u003cstrong\u003e3.5 centimetre\u003c\/strong\u003e blade stock width. Its \u003cstrong\u003e270 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e are firmly held together with stainless steel Allen hardware and internal threaded brass bushings. The whole forms a practically indestructible block finished in a penetrating Drop-Point tip; even so, the logic of collecting advises against using it for prying or batoning, which would ruin the hours devoted to its artisan polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandle and ergonomics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe feel of the piece is an experience in itself. The scales are carved from selected \u003cstrong\u003eCocobolo\u003c\/strong\u003e wood and have undergone an intense polish that enhances every nuance of their natural grain. The ergonomics remain carefully refined and the grip settles into the hand with an unusual warmth. The design features the classic rear lanyard guard and a pass-through hole for a lanyard cord, preserving the tactical and functional silhouette of the FAB while carrying it into the realm of luxury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSheath and references\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn edition of this calibre deserves housing to match, so it comes with the celebrated multi-position sheath in premium brown leather, made in-house by the brand. As this is a purely collector's piece intended for display, the Kydex tactical sheaths and survival kits that accompany other versions of the family have been deliberately left out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere it fits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrestige display in cabinets and private collections of fine sporting knives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA numbered, limited piece from one of the most recognised brands in the sector, with collector value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn institutional or tribute gift for great enthusiasts of hunting, craftsmanship and survival.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle the knife with care and clean the blade only with a very soft microfibre cloth to avoid micro-scratches on the mirror polish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the certificate of authenticity in a dry, safe place, ideally alongside the piece itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor display or long-term storage, keep it out of the leather sheath: the tanning retains ambient moisture that over the years could tarnish or damage the steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCudeman FAB Limited Edition (298-KP)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the rare chance to own a hand-polished version of a Spanish knife-making classic. With only \u003cstrong\u003e300 units\u003c\/strong\u003e spread across the world, it is available at Navajeria for those who want to add a true legend to their collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e","brand":"cudeman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52539832664343,"sku":"298-KP","price":192.15,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/1972\/5591\/files\/298-KP_1_1fa54e5f-bbcc-450d-80d2-b0b87a98c0d1.png?v=1779183807","url":"https:\/\/navajeria.com\/en\/products\/cudeman-fab-cocobolo-pulido","provider":"navajeria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}