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The Xcaliber-Batangas
5 1/4" Closed
9" Overall
3 3/4" Blade
440 Stainless Steel Blade.
Stainless Steel Handle with Rosewood Inserts
Made in China.
Weight: 0.50 lbs
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The Balisong, called a Butterfly knife in the West, and sometimes known as a Batangas knife, is a form of folding pocket knife with two handles that counter-rotate around the tang such that, when closed, the blade is concealed within grooves in the handles. In the hands of a trained user, the knife blade can be brought forth quickly using one hand. Manipulations (flipping) are performed for art or amusement and require great skill. Translated from Tagalog, the word "Balisong" means "Broken Horn" (literally, "baling sungay") as the original Balisongs were made from carved animal horns and recycled knife blades. The name butterfly knife is a term coined in the United States much like "drumbox" for the kahon.
The history of the butterfly knife is uncertain, though three main ideas persist:
* The knife may actually have been invented by the French. The book "Le Perret" shows an obvious sketch of a balisong knife, and is dated 1710 A.D. The book itself suggests the balisong was developed in the late 1600's or early 1700's A.D.
* The knife dates back to around 800 A.D. and is a traditional weapon of the Filipino fighting art of Eskrima; however, it is not actually a prominent weapon in the art.
* The knife was invented around 1900 A.D. in the Philippines and spread by American soldiers returning from World War II.
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Parts
Bite Handle
The handle that closes on the sharp edge of the blade.
Kicker
Area on the blade that prevents the sharp edge from contacting the inside of the handle and suffering damage.
Latch
The standard locking system, which holds the balisong closed. Magnets are occasionally used instead.
Latch, Batangas
A latch that is attached to the bite handle.
Latch, Manila
A latch that is attached to the safe handle.
Safe Handle
The handle that closes on the non-sharpened edge of the blade.
Latch gate
A block inside the channel of the handles stopping the latch from impacting the blade
Tang
The base of the blade where the handles are attached with pivot pins.
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