What type of steel is the blade made out of?

Research indicates these knives are possibly made under contract by Kershaw, that means the type of steel since it is manufactured in China in their factory will likely be 8Cr13mov or possibly 420HC. Having used several of these bought locally, my guess is the 8Cr13mov, both have some toughness when tempered, the 420HC is a little better & usually more expensive, though that may be a matter of opinion. I always look at the price to performance ratio, & the Milwaukee Fastbacks are great value per dollar.

Whats the point in this blade style?

As an electrician at Intel, this is the ONLY blade style allowed on property. Only curved end type blades. Anything else will get you walked off the property and fired. This is a great stripping knife for stripping wire, especially very large gauge wire.

Where can I find replacement blades?

From my understanding you just need to replace the whole knife. These blades are not interchangeable.

Would this cut through 5mm thick 12 ounce hardened (thick hard shoe sole) leather, fairly easily slice up a hide?

It's just a knife with a hawkbill blade so if a regular knife will then this will. But I do love mine I carry it 7 days a week.

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🔪 Cut sharp, carry smart — the Fastback Hawk Bill is your pocket powerhouse.

LOCK IN SAFETY - Blade locks firmly when folded, ensuring safety on and off the job site.
SLEEK PORTABILITY - Thin wire belt clip and lanyard hole keep your knife accessible without bulk or damage.
POINTED TIP CONTROL - Securely jab and hold surfaces for unmatched cutting accuracy and grip.
ONE HAND PUSH FLIP - Quick, safe blade deployment with a smooth push-and-flip mechanism for fast jobs.
PRECISION CURVED BLADE - Effortlessly slice with the hawk bill design that pulls cuts cleanly and safely.

The Milwaukee 48-22-1985 Fastback Hawk Bill Folding Knife features a 4-inch curved blade designed for precision cutting with a pointed tip for secure surface grip. Its lightweight metal handle includes a wire belt clip and lanyard hole for convenient, damage-free portability. The push-and-flip opening mechanism allows quick one-handed use, while the blade locks safely when folded, making it an essential tool for professionals who demand efficiency and safety on the go.

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Manufacturer	Milwaukee
Part number	48-22-1985
Item Weight	130 g
Product Dimensions	2.29 x 8.46 x 22.94 cm; 129.84 g
Item model number	48-22-1985
Size	Pack of 1
Color	stainless
Style	Modern
Material	Metal
Shape	shape
Power source type	Manual
Item Package Quantity	1
Number Of Pieces	1
Handle Material	Metal
Blade Length	4 Inches
Measurement System	Metric
Special Features	Foldable
Specific uses	specific_uses_for_product
Included components	Knife Blade
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	No

Milwaukee48-22-1985 Fastback Hawk Bill Folding Knife w/Belt Clip and Lanyard Hole

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