{"product_id":"cudeman-fab-micarta-negra","title":"Cudeman FAB Black Micarta","description":"\u003carticle\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCudeman FAB (298-M): the survival classic now dressed in black Micarta\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRough country shows no mercy and demands tools that can take mud, fluids and relentless punishment without giving an inch. The \u003cstrong\u003eCudeman FAB (298-M)\u003c\/strong\u003e was conceived precisely as a tactical, rugged answer to that challenge. The lineage began in 2010 with the legendary \u003cstrong\u003eFAB I\u003c\/strong\u003e, developed alongside the enthusiasts of the Foro de Armas Blancas and first introduced with white Micarta scales. The next stage of its evolution called for a companion built to get dirty without hesitation, and that is how this dark-toned version came about: black was chosen for how easy it is to clean and maintain out in the field, finished off with striking red spacers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe generational leap is not limited to the materials; it also reaches the geometry. The old curved machining gave way to a flat grind that is more modern, more biting and especially effective when working wood. Made piece by piece by Cudeman in Albacete, this knife is positioned as an ally for those who feel at home in the backcountry and refuse to compromise on uncompromising performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes it the right fit for you\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResistance to the elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e the dark synthetic handle hides signs of use, sheds dirt and keeps performing consistently no matter how grimy it gets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefined cutting and penetration:\u003c\/strong\u003e the new flat-grind profile speeds up demanding work on wood, lowers friction and makes resharpening simpler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStriking capability:\u003c\/strong\u003e the solid pommel striker at the rear adds extra uses around camp, letting you pound or crush without putting the main edge at risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSteel and edge behaviour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart of this piece is the formidable \u003cstrong\u003eBohler N-695\u003c\/strong\u003e steel, given a heat treatment that brings it to a hardness of 59\/60 HRc. It is a high-end alloy that offers outstanding edge retention through long days of chopping or shelter building. Its satin finish, combined with the flat-grind profile, slices through material with notable ease. On top of that it provides good defence against corrosion, although that same high hardness makes it advisable to reach for quality diamond or ceramic stones to bring back its original bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConstruction and durability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReliability in the field comes from a seamless structure. This is a fully full-tang knife: a 5-millimetre-thick steel plate with a 3.5-centimetre blade width runs through the tool from the tip to the pommel. Its 270 grams are joined together with precision by thick stainless steel Allen screws and internal brass-threaded bushings. It is a block built to absorb abuse, though it pays to respect its survival logic: the drop-point tip is designed to cut and pierce, not to pry against granite rocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandle and control in real use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen fatigue sets in, the grip makes all the difference. The scales are machined from industrial-grade black satin \u003cstrong\u003eMicarta\u003c\/strong\u003e, a material that neither swells nor rots and that delivers a firm hold even with hands wet from rain or sweat. To reinforce safety when applying force in one direction, the spine features a pronounced jimping that locks the thumb firmly in place. The set is rounded off with a lanyard hole located in the pommel striker, securing retention during demanding manoeuvres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSheath and carry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carry system on this model has been refined over time. The basic sheath of the earliest versions was left behind to make way for a black leather multi-position sheath, with sturdy loops and snaps. True to the brand's craft tradition, this piece is made in-house by Cudeman, cut and assembled by its own artisans. The model is offered in two configurations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e298-M:\u003c\/strong\u003e black leather multi-position sheath, plain and ready to go straight onto the belt either vertically or horizontally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e298-MC:\u003c\/strong\u003e the complete set, with a black leather multi-position sheath that adds a front adapter holding a sharpening stone, signal mirror, fire steel and red 550 paracord, forming a full survival kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere it shines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntensive bushcraft, with extended cutting sessions to process firewood or gather tinder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTactical survival and rescue, making the most of its resistance to the elements and its impact capability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick set-up of camps and shelters in very wet or muddy environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the blade with soap and water to remove sap or mud, and thoroughly dry the Bohler N-695 steel before storing it in the sheath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Micarta scales are synthetic and very stable against moisture; they need no conditioning, a quick brushing is enough to restore their look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the tightness of the Allen screws from time to time if you subject the knife to heavy impacts while cutting wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the jimping on the spine free of caked-in dirt so the thumb does not slip when pressing down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the end of the season, take the knife out of the leather sheath to prevent condensation during prolonged storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCudeman FAB (298-M)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a knife with history that was not made for a display case but for real use. 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