What steel is used in the Nieto 669 Caza blade and how does it hold an edge during field-dressing?

The Nieto 669 Caza features a 9 cm blade forged from proprietary AN-58 stainless steel, which is hardened to approximately 58-60 HRC. This Spanish steel is specifically selected for hunting applications to offer a reliable balance of corrosion resistance and edge retention, allowing you to process medium game in the field without frequent resharpening.

Can I use the Nieto 669 folding knife for heavy tasks like batoning wood at camp?

No, batoning or heavy prying must be avoided due to the folding knife construction and back-lock design of the N-669. For heavy camp tasks requiring wood splitting, you should use a full-tang fixed-blade knife such as the Nieto 184G Combat instead.

Is the Nieto 669 Caza legal to carry and own in Australia?

Yes, the Nieto 669 is legal to import and purchase in Australia as it is a manual lockback folding knife rather than an automatic, gravity, or assisted-opening flick knife. However, state and territory knife-carry legislations require you to have a legitimate lawful reason, such as hunting, camping, or fishing, when carrying it in public.

How comfortable is the handle for extended use during a full-day hunt?

The N-669 features an ergonomic, contoured handle made of stabilized, resin-impregnated stamina wood scales paired with polished brass bolsters. With an overall open length of 20 cm and a manageable weight of 192 g, it provides a secure and traditional grip for prolonged field-dressing and skinning tasks.

Hunting Pocket Knife - Nieto N-669

The Nieto 669 Caza 9cm Folder is a traditional manual folding hunting knife manufactured by Miguel Nieto in Albacete, Spain. Designed for field processing and camp utility, it combines an AN-58 stainless steel blade with polished brass bolsters and resin-impregnated stamina wood scales. A mechanical back-lock system secures the 9 cm blade in place during slicing, skinning, and general cutting tasks, opening to a total length of 20 cm.

Key Features

AN-58 Stainless Steel Blade: Proprietary Spanish stainless steel hardened to approximately 58–60 HRC delivers high corrosion resistance against moisture and field fluids.
Lockback Safety Mechanism: Features a traditional back-lock design that secures the blade against accidental closure during forward push-cutting tasks.
Stamina Wood Handle: Constructed with weather-resistant stabilized wood composite pinned to brass bolsters for a contoured grip during field dressing.
Field Carry Profile: Weighs 192 g with a closed length of 11 cm, making it suitable for pocket or belt-pouch carry on day hunts.

Specifications

Blade Material: AN-58 Stainless Steel (approx. 58–60 HRC)
Blade Length: 9 cm (90 mm)
Overall Length (Open): 20 cm (200 mm)
Closed Length: 11 cm (110 mm)
Total Weight: 192 g
Handle Material: Stamina wood (stabilized wood composite) with brass pins
Bolsters: Polished brass
Lock Type: Back-lock (lockback)
Deployment: Manual mechanical opening

Who is the Nieto 669 Caza 9cm Folder for?

Hunters processing medium game in the field — Requires corrosion resistance and edge retention during dressing, provided by this lockback folding knife's 9 cm AN-58 stainless steel blade hardened to 58–60 HRC.
Campers requiring a traditional pocket utility knife — Benefits from an 11 cm closed footprint and a total carry weight of 192 g that fits standard belt pouches while unfolding to a full 20 cm overall working length.

Less suitable for: High-impact batoning or heavy prying tasks that exceed the mechanical limits of a folding pivot, which require a full-tang fixed-blade hunting knife instead.

SKU	NO40336LP
Model #	N-669
Brand	Nieto
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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