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Home Products Astra Brass

Astra Brass

by Anso, Jens

SKU 1062089

Date Added 04/01/2024

# Available This product is out of stock

Original price $200.00

Price $175.00

Overview

Please note this is a handle only! You can match this with a blade of your choosing, screws and a kydex sheath to create a full Astra 

The Astra Standard Issue or ASI, in short, is a knife that fits equally well in a colonial marine´s medic bag on the USS Sulaco or on an architects' desk for sharpening pencils and cutting out scale models.

 

Since launching the ASTRA in December, I have experienced an enormous interest in this fixed blade concept and have since developed ideas for various limited runs like this batch of handles in brass.

Here you can get the ASTRA handle in brass. The handle pattern on these is called "ARA" and is made from 5mm/ . 200" brass that has been patinated for a nice glow. 

The ASTRA is a small utilitarian fixed blade built in a modular design that allows to interchanges blades and handles of your liking and need. Transports and stays safe in a small kydex sheath that allows for dropping the knife in the bottom of a jacket pocket, ride on your belt or maybe installing on the hul of your kayak. In short the perfect little blade for whatever you need it for.

The handle has weight reducing, grip enhancing milled slots. The blade attaches via two 6/40 titanium screws. Not included.

Comes with original packaging. Excellent condition.

 

Product Details

Overall Length 3.75

Weight (oz) 1.2

Source Previously owned

Additional Specs

Knife Type Full Tang

Handle Material Metallic

About the Maker

Anso, Jens
Anso, Jens

"I have been a knife maker since 1988 and have been full time since 2001. I started making knives in 1988 after reading an article in an old issue of Popular Mechanics and I made my first knife out of a big file using a bench grinder and a drill press as the only powertools. It was big and crude but I was very proud. Since then I have been hooked on knife making. My knowledge in knife making comes from reading books and magazines about knife making, corresponding with other knife makers and not the least learning by trial and error. I also credit the various forums about knives and knife making both for information, customers and friends. I have always had a great interest in craftsmanship and get inspired by all sorts of things ranging from traditional Japanese carpentry to modern architecture. I have a master degree in Industrial Design which has helped me a lot in refining my knife designs. After graduating I decided to become a full time maker and although it has been hard at times I have never looked back. I like being able to do what I like the most and enjoy being my own boss. I feel very fortunate that I can make a living of something I love so much. My workshop is my cave. I love being in the shop surrounded by tools and materials. Being able to do creative work everyday is a blessing."