Spartan-Ronin
Five Rings Project Fire Damascus Pandia
Fire is
motion made intentional. The first release in the Spartan–Ronin Five Rings
Project, FIRE is a collaboration between Spartan Blades and Tu Lam of Ronin
Tactics, built on our new Pandia titanium-framed folding knife. Inspired by The
Book of Five Rings by Miyamoto Musashi, FIRE embodies decisive
engagement—closing distance, taking initiative, and controlling rhythm.
In Musashi’s
teaching, Fire is the element of direct action: commit without hesitation,
pressure forward, and win the exchange through timing and momentum. This knife
is built to echo that mindset—fast in hand, clean in carry, and ready when the
moment demands movement.
The 6AL4V
titanium frame and hardware deliver exceptional strength in a thin, lightweight
form. A precision-machined monolithic titanium pocket clip integrates
seamlessly into the handle, preserving the Pandia’s clean, uninterrupted
silhouette.
FIRE carries
a distinctive visual signature: the titanium frame features an image of Tu Lam,
portrayed as a stylized samurai in a modern context—a tribute to the enduring
warrior ethos translated into today’s world: disciplined, adaptive, and always
forward.
This edition
is equipped with a Chad Nichols Damascus blade—layered, dynamic, and
unmistakable. Its flowing pattern mirrors the character of fire itself:
constantly moving, alive with energy, and shaped by the hand of a master. The
spear point blade with a high flat grind enhances slicing performance for
smooth, precise cuts with minimal effort, while a thoughtfully placed
sharpening choil helps ensure the edge can be maintained flawlessly over time.
Deployment
is immediate and fluid. The flipper mechanism, equipped with the well-known
IKBS bearing system, provides smooth, repeatable action that knife enthusiasts
recognize and trust.
Designer:
Curtis Iovito
Overall
Length: 8.25"
Blade
Length: 3.25"
Blade
Material: Chad Nichols Damascus
Blade Style:
Folding Frame Lock, Spear Point
Grind: High
Flat Grind for Optimal Slicing Performance
Frame: 6AL4V
Titanium
Pocket Clip:
Monolithic Titanium
Weight: 4 oz
