{"product_id":"hiker-scales-holdfast-texture","title":"Hiker Scales - Holdfast Texture","description":"\u003cp\u003eGive your Hiker a harder bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eHoldfast Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e scales are the most aggressive handle scales we’ve developed for the Hiker line. They keep the familiar contoured profile of our standard Hiker scales, but add a more pronounced, high-traction surface for a locked-in feel when grip matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are built as direct-fit replacement scales for the \u003cstrong\u003eDauntless Hiker line\u003c\/strong\u003e and are available first in two acrylic options: \u003cstrong\u003eSmoked Bronze Acrylic\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Acrylic\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hiker has always been designed as a compact, capable fixed blade that can be carried hard and used often. These Holdfast scales push that same idea further, giving the handle more purchase without turning it into a blocky or uncomfortable shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contour remains close to our standard Hiker scales, so the knife still feels familiar in hand. The difference is the surface. The Ridgeback Texture gives the handle a more aggressive tactile bite, making it easier to index, control, and retain under hard use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmoked Bronze Acrylic\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the knife a dark, translucent bronze look with a premium, industrial character. \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Acrylic\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps things simple, clean, and purpose-driven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits the Dauntless Hiker line of knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for standard Hiker scales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAggressive Holdfast Texture for increased traction, even when wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContoured profile similar to our standard Hiker scales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable first in \u003cstrong\u003eSmoked Bronze Acrylic\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Acrylic\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned, machined, and finished in-house by Dauntless Manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmoked Bronze Acrylic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dark translucent bronze acrylic with a refined industrial look. It has more depth and character than a flat solid color, giving the Hiker a distinctive appearance without making it flashy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlack Acrylic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean, simple, and utilitarian. Black Acrylic keeps the focus on the knife’s form and function while adding the same aggressive Ridgeback grip pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dauntless Manufacturing","offers":[{"title":"Smoked Bronze Acrylic","offer_id":49280488636659,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Acrylic","offer_id":49280488669427,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/9103\/2819\/files\/IMG_9162.jpg?v=1781888678","url":"https:\/\/dauntlessmanufacturing.com\/products\/hiker-scales-holdfast-texture","provider":"Dauntless Manufacturing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}