What blade steel does the Nieto Chisquero use and how does it perform in the field?

The Nieto Chisquero N-1045M features an 11.5 cm blade crafted from DIN 1.4116 MoVa stainless steel with a satin finish and a Scandi-style grind. Tempered between 54 and 58 HRC, this steel offers an optimal balance of toughness and corrosion resistance while remaining easy to sharpen using standard field stones during multi-day bushcraft trips.

Is the Nieto 1045M suitable for heavy chopping or splitting firewood?

No, with its 11.5 cm blade length and 315 g total weight, the Chisquero is built for camp craft, feather-sticking, notch cutting, and game processing rather than heavy wood processing. For splitting large logs or heavy chopping, you should rely on a dedicated camp axe, hatchet, or machete.

What are the legal requirements for carrying this fixed blade knife in public across Australia?

While ownership of the Nieto Chisquero is legal throughout Australia and purchasers must be 18 years or older, public carry without a lawful excuse is strictly prohibited under state summary offences and weapons acts. When transporting it to your campsite or hunting grounds, it should be securely packed away in its included leather belt sheath within your gear.

How should I maintain the black Micarta handle and steel blade after outback use?

The textured black canvas Micarta handle scales, complemented by contrasting red fiber liners, provide a secure grip in wet weather and require virtually no maintenance beyond wiping clean of moisture and dirt. To maintain the DIN 1.4116 stainless steel blade after game processing or exposure to outback elements, wash it with mild soapy water, dry thoroughly, and apply a light coat of protective oil before storing.

Bushcraft Fixed Blade - Nieto N-1045M

The Nieto 1045M Chisquero Black Micarta Fixed Blade Knife is a heavy-duty cutting tool manufactured in Albacete, Spain, engineered for bushcraft, field dressing, and wilderness utility tasks. Built with a full-tang profile, the knife features a 11.5 cm DIN 1.4116 Molybdenum-Vanadium (MoVa) stainless steel blade with a satin finish. The blade is ground in a Scandi/saber style, delivering structural stability for camp carving and processing tasks. Textured black canvas Micarta handle scales are mounted over contrasting red fibre liners, providing a secure grip during wet-weather outdoor use. A fitted leather sheath and an integrated pommel lanyard hole are included for standard belt-carry in the field.

Key Features

Full-Tang MoVa Steel Construction: Employs DIN 1.4116 Molybdenum-Vanadium stainless steel tempered between 54–58 HRC, combining corrosion resistance with straightforward field-sharpening properties.
Ergonomic Micarta Handle: Textured black canvas Micarta scales with red fibre accent liners provide positive traction in cold or wet conditions.
Dedicated Bushcraft Profile: Features a robust Scandi/saber grind suitable for wood carving, feather-sticking, and notch cutting.
Secure Field Carry: Includes a fitted leather belt sheath alongside a pommel lanyard hole for retention.

Specifications

Model Code: N-1045M / 1045-M
Blade Length: 11.5 cm
Overall Length: 23.5 cm
Total Weight: Approximately 315 g
Blade Steel: DIN 1.4116 MoVa Stainless Steel
Blade Finish: Satin
Blade Grind: Scandi / Saber
Tang Construction: Full tang with red fibre liners
Handle Material: Black canvas Micarta
Sheath: Leather belt sheath

Who is the Nieto 1045m Chisquero Black Micarta Fixed Knife for?

Bushcraft Practitioners — Need a solid full-tang bushcraft knife measuring 23.5 cm overall with a 315 g weight to generate the leverage required for notch cutting, feather-sticking, and sustained camp woodworking tasks.
Hunters — Rely on an 11.5 cm DIN 1.4116 MoVa stainless steel blade for field dressing game, benefiting from balanced corrosion resistance and edge geometry that can be maintained in the field.

Less suitable for: Heavy log splitting and primary wood chopping exceeding the capability of a 11.5 cm blade, which require a dedicated camp axe, hatchet, or machete; or fine, surgical detail cape work better served by a sub-3-inch folding or scalpel blade.

SKU	NO40264LP
Model #	N-1045M
Brand	Nieto
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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