Is the Nieto Chaman Micra suitable for people with larger hands during extended field dressing tasks?

The handle is designed for a three-finger or choked-up pinch grip, making it very comfortable for small to medium hands. However, reviewers and product specs note that users with hand sizes exceeding a size 9 glove will find the compact grip cramped during extended heavy use.

Can I use the 6 cm blade of the N-136MK for heavy camp tasks like batoning and log splitting?

No. Due to its 6 cm blade limit and compact 85 g weight, the Chaman Micra is engineered for high-precision cutting, caping, and feather-sticking rather than heavy-duty work. It is completely unsuited for heavy chopping, log splitting or batoning, or quartering large game carcasses.

What are the legal requirements for carrying the Nieto Chaman Micra fixed-blade neck knife in public spaces in Australia?

While legal to purchase, own, and import across Australia with an 18+ age verification at checkout, state-specific carriage laws apply. You must have a reasonable excuse or lawful purpose—such as hunting, camping, or bushcraft—to carry a fixed-blade knife in public spaces.

How does the AN-58 stainless steel and canvas micarta handle hold up in harsh outback conditions?

The AN-58 stainless steel blade and black canvas micarta scales with red fibre liners are entirely impervious to moisture, blood, humidity, and sub-zero outdoor conditions. The materials will not warp, crack, or corrode when exposed to harsh Australian bush environments.

Neck Knife - Nieto N-136MK Chaman

The Nieto 136-MK Chaman Micra is a compact fixed-blade neck knife designed by Manuel de la Torre and manufactured in Albacete, Spain. Built with a robust full-tang construction, it features a 6 cm drop point blade made from satin-finished AN-58 stainless steel with a thick 4.2 mm spine. Weighing 85 g with an overall length of 12.4 cm, the knife combines close-quarters cutting precision with all-weather black canvas Micarta handle scales and red fibre spacers. It includes a moulded black Kydex neck sheath equipped with a USA paracord carry loop and a breakaway safety connector for field carry.

Key Features

Full-Tang Construction: Built from AN-58 stainless steel with a 4.2 mm spine thickness to provide structural strength in a compact frame.
Ergonomic Micarta Scales: Fitted with contoured black canvas Micarta handle scales and red liners to maintain grip traction when exposed to moisture or blood.
Precision Blade Profile: Features a 6 cm satin-finish drop point blade engineered for controlled caping, skinning, and detailed carving.
Kydex Neck Sheath: Includes a friction-fit black Kydex sheath with a paracord lanyard and breakaway connector for secure, accessible neck carry.
Integrated Lanyard Hole: Machined opening at the base of the handle allows for custom lanyards or extended grip attachments.

Product Specifications

Blade Length: 6 cm (approx. 5.7–6.0 cm / 2.25 in)
Blade Thickness: 4.2 mm
Overall Length: 12.4 cm
Bare Knife Weight: 85 g (approx. 158 g boxed with sheath)
Blade Steel: AN-58 Stainless Steel (Satin finish)
Blade Profile: Drop point
Handle Material: Black canvas Micarta with red fibre liners
Sheath: Moulded black Kydex with breakaway paracord loop
Country of Origin: Spain

Who is the Nieto Chaman Micra for?

Hunters — requires a compact fixed-blade knife with a short 6 cm blade and a high-strength 4.2 mm spine for precise blade control during field dressing, caping, and small game skinning.
Bushcraft Practitioners — delivers an 85 g backup fixed blade suitable for carving, cord cutting, and feather-sticking without adding bulk to a primary pack.
Outdoor Enthusiasts — provides a total length of just 12.4 cm and a secure Kydex neck sheath for low-profile, weather-resistant everyday carry in outdoor environments.

Less suitable for: Users with hand sizes exceeding a size 9 glove who experience cramping from the compact 12.4 cm overall length during extended heavy use, or tasks requiring heavy chopping, batoning, and quartering large game carcasses, which are better served by a full-sized fixed-blade field knife with a longer blade and larger grip profile.

SKU	NO40287LP
Model #	N-136MK
Brand	Nieto
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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