It manages to stay so lightweight largely because of its handle material. As mentioned, this knife boasts the same groundbreaking all-aluminum frame lock as its predecessor. But the rest of the handle is also made from that same ultralight OAL super aluminum.
What’s also important is that durability and toughness weren’t sacrificed to manage this. The knife is still exceptionally strong and capable, helping to make it a veritable best of both worlds.
Sting like a bee
A drop-point Nitro-V blade with a PVD coating is mated to the Duron’s ultralight, ultra-tough handle. While not super steel, Nitro-V is a respectable, hard-working steel that should serve users well, even if they put this blade through its paces.
The PVD coating also helps add a bit more style — blacking out the blade — while offering even more durability than it would otherwise have. The combination speaks to the knife’s tactical inspiration.