What blade steel does the Nieto 160-S use, and how does it perform during outdoor tasks?

The Nieto 160-S folder features a 90 mm drop point blade crafted from high-grade Böhler N695 stainless steel with a 3 mm thickness. This steel delivers elevated hardness, strong wear resistance, and reliable corrosion protection, making it well-suited for wet outdoor conditions, food preparation around camp, and light game processing.

Is the Nieto 160-S suitable for heavy bushcraft tasks like batoning and chopping?

No, the Nieto 160-S is a manual lockback folding knife designed specifically for light-to-medium utility cutting, slicing, and basic carving. Reviewers and field testers note that heavy batoning, prying, or chopping tasks exceed its operational limits and require a fixed-blade knife like the Nieto 184G Combat.

How do I maintain the natural Thuja wood handle scales during prolonged outdoor trips in the Australian outback?

The handle features polished natural Thuja wood scales that require standard periodic oil conditioning to prevent moisture damage and drying out over prolonged exposure to harsh outback conditions. Keeping the Böhler N695 blade clean and lightly oiled after food prep or exposure to humidity will also ensure long-term longevity.

Are there any specific Australian legal compliance regulations I need to be aware of when carrying this locking pocket knife?

While the Nieto 160-S is fully legal to import and purchase in Australia as a manual locking pocket knife, individual state and territory legislations enforce strict regulations regarding the public carry of locking knives. You must ensure you have a lawful excuse, such as active hunting, camping, or fishing, when carrying it in public areas.

Camp Knife - Nieto N-160S

The Nieto 160-S Campaña Bloqueo 9cm Thuja Folder is a traditional manual folding knife manufactured in Albacete, Spain, designed for outdoor cutting, camp food preparation, and general utility. It combines an artisan-finished aesthetic with modern materials, pairing natural Thuja wood burl scales over stainless steel liners with a flat-ground drop point blade. Built with a positive rear lockback mechanism, the Nieto 160-S provides blade security during push cuts and camp chores while maintaining a portable footprint suited for outdoor recreation.

Key Features

Böhler N695 Stainless Steel: Features high wear resistance and corrosion protection, maintaining a keen edge during wet outdoor conditions and food preparation.
Lockback Safety Mechanism: Employs a positive rear lock (*sistema de cierre de bloqueo*) that holds the blade open during medium-duty cutting tasks.
Natural Thuja Wood Handle: Fitted with polished Thuja burl scales (*Madera de Tuya*) fastened over robust stainless steel liners.
Artisan Spanish Filework: Showcases detailed decorative filework along the spine and back spring, crafted in the traditional cutlery centre of Albacete.
Classic Manual Deployment: Operates with a standard nail nick on the blade and includes an integrated lanyard hole with a leather cord.

Specifications

Blade Material: Böhler N695 stainless steel
Blade Length: 90 mm (9 cm)
Blade Thickness: 3 mm
Blade Grind / Profile: Flat grind, drop point
Handle Material: Natural Thuja wood over stainless steel liners
Lock Type: Back lock (lockback)
Overall Length (Open): Approx. 205 mm – 210 mm
Handle Length (Closed): Approx. 115 mm – 120 mm
Weight: Approximately 100 g – 120 g
Deployment: Manual nail nick
Accessories: Integrated lanyard hole with leather lanyard cord

Who is the Nieto 160-S Campana Bloqueo 9cm Thuja Folder for?

Campers and backpackers — delivers reliable camp meal prep and cordage slicing in a lightweight locking pocket folding knife package weighing between 100 g and 120 g.
Hunters — requires corrosion resistance and rigid edge retention for light game processing, supported by a 3 mm thick Böhler N695 stainless steel blade.
Outdoor enthusiasts — balances traditional Spanish craftsmanship with working reach, utilising a 90 mm drop point locking pocket folding knife blade for precise utility cuts.

Less suitable for: Heavy batoning, prying, or chopping tasks; heavy-impact structural work exceeds the mechanical limits of a folding lockback and requires a full-tang fixed-blade knife.

SKU	NO40296LP
Model #	N-160S
Brand	Nieto
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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