Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 – 3.50" Black PVD ELMAX Tanto Liner Lock Folding Knife
The Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto is an EDC folding knife from Chaves Knives' Blue Label line, featuring a 3.50" ELMAX tanto blade with a black PVD coating — a hard ceramic finish that adds scratch and corrosion resistance and gives a stealthy blacked-out look. Black Micarta scales over steel liners, a steel liner lock and thumb stud opening make it a tough, affordable way to carry a Chaves design every day. Going Gear is an authorized Chaves Knives dealer.
Key Features
- 3.50" ELMAX tanto blade, flat grind, 0.12" thick
- Black PVD blade finish
- Black Micarta scales over steel liners
- Liner lock
- Thumb stud opening
- Swappable scales — remove every screw except the pivot to change them
- Backspacer doubles as a lanyard attachment when rotated 180 degrees
Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Brand |
Chaves Knives |
| Line |
Blue Label |
| Model |
Liberation 229 |
| SKU |
CK-2A2-2C2A-4C1-1B |
| Blade Length |
3.50" |
| Overall Length |
8.00" |
| Blade Thickness |
0.12" |
| Blade Steel |
ELMAX |
| Blade Style |
Tanto |
| Blade Grind |
Flat |
| Blade Finish |
Black PVD |
| Handle Material |
Black Micarta over steel liners |
| Handle Length |
4.50" |
| Handle Width |
0.51" |
| Weight |
6 oz |
| Lock Type |
Liner Lock |
| Opener |
Thumb Stud |
| Knife Type |
Folding Knife |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the blade length of the Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto?
The Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto has a 3.50" tanto blade and a 8.00" overall length when open, with a 4.50" handle. It weighs about 6 oz.
What is Chaves Knives Blue Label?
Blue Label is Chaves Knives' line built to bring high-quality materials at a more affordable price — knives meant to be used hard every day. The Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto uses the same Chaves designs with ELMAX steel, black Micarta scales and a liner lock in place of titanium frame lock construction.
What steel does the Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto use?
The Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto uses ELMAX, a Böhler-Uddeholm powder-metallurgy stainless steel with very good edge retention and corrosion resistance that is still reasonable to sharpen. It is a premium steel for a knife at the Blue Label price point.
What is a tanto blade?
A tanto blade has a reinforced, angular point with a secondary edge leading into the main edge. The thick tip resists breaking during piercing, and the straight primary edge excels at push cuts. The Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto uses a 3.50" tanto blade.
What is the difference between the Liberation 229 and the Liberation Street?
The two are the same Chaves design in different sizes. The Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 has a 3.50" blade, 4.50" handle and 8.00" overall length; the Blue Label Liberation Street has a 3.50" blade, 4.25" handle and 7.75" overall length. In Chaves' lineup, "229" is the larger size and "Street" is the more compact everyday-carry size.
Can you change the scales on the Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto?
Yes — the Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto is designed for swappable scales. Remove every screw except the pivot to take off the black Micarta scales and install a new pair. The backspacer can also be rotated 180 degrees to use it as a lanyard hole.
What lock does the Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto use?
The Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto uses a liner lock: a spring section of the steel liner moves behind the blade tang when the knife opens, holding the blade in place. Push the liner to the side with your thumb to close it. The knife opens with a thumb stud.
Where can I buy the Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto?
The Chaves Knives Blue Label Liberation 229 Black PVD Tanto is available at Going Gear, an authorized Chaves Knives dealer. Going Gear carries the Chaves Blue Label lineup and Chaves integrals with fast shipping and expert customer support.
