Lionsteel Ago Santos wood M390
Code: AG01 STRelated products
Product detailed description
The latest addition to the lionSTEEL fixed blade knife series for 2024 is the compact Ago model, designed for everyday carry (EDC). The slim, elegantly tapered silhouette looks light, yet provides high strength when working. The knife comes with a precision-crafted leather sheath that allows for discreet carrying in your pocket while protecting the edge and surface of the blade.
The M390 powder steel blade with a fine satin finish excels in exceptional resistance to wear and corrosion. The hardness of the material, combined with precise grinding, ensures long-term stable sharpness and a smooth cut. The handle, made using SOLID® technology from a single piece of material, provides exceptional rigidity and aesthetic purity. The titanium nut at the end of the handle serves not only as a structural element, but also as a functional guard that contributes to a secure grip during both delicate and forceful work.
The narrow shape of the handle allows for variable grip positions – from precise cuts to a universal grip for outdoor use. Each handle variant reflects the Italian sense of detail and material culture. Gianluigi "Wilson" Simonella, an experienced custom knife maker, master metalworker, and founding member of the Italian Cutlers' Corporation (CIC), contributed to the design. The combination of his craftsmanship philosophy and technological innovation creates a tool that combines functionality, aesthetics, and durability in a harmonious whole.
Total length: 17.7 cm
Blade length: 7.9 cm
Steel: M390
Weight: 85 g
Handle: wood
Sheath: leather
Additional parameters
| Category: | Army fixed knives |
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| Blade material: | M390 |
| Blade length: | 7 to 8 cm |
| Handle material: | wood |
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LionSteel was founded in 1969 in Maniago, an Italian town known for knife making as deeply rooted as the tradition found in Solingen. The founder Gino Pauletta built the company on precision manufacturing and deep respect for steel, values that shaped its early development. Initial production focused on contract manufacturing for other brands, allowing extensive technical experience and process knowledge to grow. In time, original designs appeared and the LionSTEEL brand was born, inspired by the stone lion standing in front of the factory and by the strength of the materials used. Clean mechanics and refined construction remain key characteristics of the brand.
During the late 1990s, the founder’s sons John, Daniel and Maximus joined the business and introduced a modern manufacturing approach. The adoption of digitally controlled machinery marked a major step forward in consistency and finish. By combining CNC technology with skilled manual inspection, LionSteel achieved a distinctive balance between innovation and craftsmanship. Each knife reflects careful design choices aimed at reliability, ergonomics and long-term use.
Today LionSteel operates as a compact manufacturer with full control over every stage of production. Products reach markets across Europe and the United States, while the commitment to exclusive Italian manufacturing without Asian components remains absolute. This philosophy ensures traceable materials, stable quality and knives built for lasting performance, representing a modern expression of traditional Italian knife making.
| Manufacturing company : | LionSTEEL (Pauletta s.r.l.) |
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