What blade steel does the Nieto 514 Caza use, and how does it perform in the field?

The Nieto 514 Caza features a 9.0 cm blade crafted from AN-58 stainless steel, a proprietary Spanish cutlery steel typically hardened to 58-60 HRC. This steel delivers high corrosion resistance, dependable toughness, and holds a sharp edge while remaining easy to field sharpen during hunting trips.

Is the Nieto 514 Caza legal to carry in public spaces in Australia?

As a manual two-hand opening lockback folder with a 9.0 cm blade, it is not classified as a prohibited import under Australian Border Force regulations. However, state and territory laws require you to have a lawful excuse, such as active hunting, camping, or farm work, when carrying any knife in public.

Can I use this folding knife for heavy tasks like batoning or chopping wood around the campfire?

No, the Nieto 514 Caza uses a traditional rear lockback mechanism and pinned Stamina Wood scales, meaning it is not rated for heavy batoning, prying, or chopping large timber. For heavy bushcraft and survival tasks, a full-tang fixed blade from Nieto's range is strongly recommended instead.

What are the physical dimensions and weight of the Nieto 514 Caza for belt or pocket carry?

This folder has an overall open length of 20.5 cm, a blade length of 9.0 cm, and a total weight of 153 grams. This makes it compact and balanced for comfortable belt pouch or pocket carry during day hikes and outback hunting excursions.

Hunting Folder Knife - Nieto N-514

The Nieto 514 Caza 9cm Folder is a traditional lockback hunting knife handcrafted in Albacete, Spain. Built for outdoor processing and camp utility, it combines an AN-58 stainless steel blade with a brass-bolstered Stamina Wood handle. Measuring 20.5 cm overall when deployed and weighing 153 grams, this manual folding tool provides a stable cutting edge for slicing, skinning, and preparing game in the field.

Key Features

AN-58 Stainless Steel Blade: Features a 9.0 cm clip-point blade tempered to approximately 58–60 HRC, providing corrosion resistance, edge retention, and ease of field maintenance.
Rear Lockback Mechanism: Incorporates a traditional back lock that secures the blade against accidental closure during continuous cutting loads.
Stamina Wood & Brass Handle: Constructed with resin-impregnated wood scales pinned to brass bolsters, offering resistance to moisture, fats, and field washdowns.
Two-Hand Manual Operation: Operates via standard manual opening without internal springs, complying with Australian import regulations for non-prohibited folding pocket knives.

Product Specifications

Blade Length: 9.0 cm (3.54 in)
Overall Length (Open): 20.5 cm
Total Weight: 153 g
Blade Material: AN-58 Stainless Steel
Lock Type: Lockback (Rear Back Lock)
Handle Material: Stamina Wood with brass bolsters and pins

Who is the Nieto 514 Caza 9cm Folder for?

Hunters dressing small to medium game — Requires a controllable 9.0 cm blade and a secure rear lockback mechanism to manage precise skinning, field dressing, and slicing chores without carrying excessive bulk.
Campers and bushcraft enthusiasts — Benefits from a dedicated 153-gram lockback hunting folding knife that delivers a 20.5 cm overall reach for processing camp food, cutting cordage, and carving tasks.

Less suitable for: Heavy-duty timber processing, prying, or batoning; mechanical folding lockbacks and pinned wood scales are not designed for heavy impact loads, which require a full-tang fixed-blade bushcraft knife.

SKU	NO40329LP
Model #	N-514
Brand	Nieto
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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