{"title":"DPx HEST\/F 4.0","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe HEST\/F 4.0, short for Hostile Environment Survival Tool\/Folder, embodies DPx Gear's unwavering commitment to superior craftsmanship and continuous improvement. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the company celebrates its 16th year in operation, this new release reaffirms its dedication to creating products that are better, stronger, and more durable than ever before.  These new models hit the market with CPM Magnacut blade steel paired with a new flipper and bearing set up.  Two configurations lead the release; a Milspec model with Black G10 scales and stonewashed blade and a Micarta model featuring Green Canvas Micarta and a stonewashed blade and hardware.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRobert Young Pelton, founder of DPx Gear and renowned conflict journalist, states, \"The HEST\/F 4.0 is the culmination of years of real-world testing and user feedback. It's more than just a knife; it's a companion, a talisman, and a piece of history that's designed to last a lifetime.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe HEST\/F 4.0 builds upon the legacy of Pelton's original fixed blade survival knife design, which he created for ESEE Knives circa 2008. It maintains the core principles of being compact, tough, affordable, and meticulously engineered, while incorporating innovative features that set a new standard in the industry, like 7\/16” hardwares, reversible pocket clips, pot holder\/cap lifter and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Additions to Three Generations of Proven Design Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the 4.0s reflect many of the enduring design features of previous folding knives, some unique changes are welcomed, including flippers and bearings across all models, and new U.S. made CPM Magnacut blade steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe new models retain classic hard use features like its 7\/64” hardware, reversible pocket clip, and stainless steel lockbar inserts, a patented blade notch that can be used as a quick open feature, pot holder and cap lifter; heavy jimping that doubles as wire strippers for the three major gauges of household, detonation and automotive electrical wire; and a 1\/4“ hex driver\/lanyard hole at the butt of the knife. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn all Pelton has designed the go to, last forever pocket knife for a lifetime of adventure. DPx Gear has partnered with LionSteel in Maniago Italy to ensure the vision of quality and toughness is delivered. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“We have watched LionSteel grow and perfect the manufacture of no compromise blades since we were their first customer back in 2010,\" Pelton remarks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The DPx HEST\/F 4.0 series is the latest product to deliver the benefits of Pelton’s continuous drive for perfection to demanding customers. It has my name on it. It better make me smile every time,\" Pelton quips.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/dpxgear.shop\/collections\/dpx-hest-f-4-0.oembed","provider":"DPx Gear by Straack","version":"1.0","type":"link"}