The Acies2 -- that's the correct style -- is a beautiful, pocket-size version of the original Acies frame lock. The larger-size Acies is sold-out and discontinued.
Here is the new model:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42I6TU_qc6Y
It features:
-- A 2.99 inch drop point blade made of Japanese ZDP 189 steel. The original has a 3 5/8 inch blade.
-- Ti handle, open pillar construction and deep-pocket clip.
-- Hinderer stabilizer.
-- Angled, dual thumb studs and jimping on the spine.
-- Closed length is a compact 3 3/4 inches and weight is listed at 2.9 oz.
The original Acies is beautiful but big -- about the size of a large Sebenza and too large for me to comfortably pocket-carry.
Acies2 is easier to EDC and, at $295, is easier on your wallet than the Acies, which was $385 when available. These are street prices -- A.G. Russell does not discount.
Acies2 is about the size and weight of a small Sebenza. I prefer the aesthetics and the wider blade of Acies2.
My brand new Acies2 is smooth opening and closing, but not quite as smooth as the Sebenza. Like the first Acies, 2 needed a bit of break-in and Tuf Glide lubricant. After that, it opens and closely easily, one-handed.
And like the original, 2 comes with a shiny pocket clip to match the polished blade. I would prefer a darker clip to match the handles.
Acies2 feels great in my hand. The size and ergos are just about perfect.
This is an exciting and beautiful design, one that is likely to become more popular than the original. I look forward to using it -- and showing it off!
A.G. the man is to be congratulated for this latest design.
Here is the new model:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=42I6TU_qc6Y
It features:
-- A 2.99 inch drop point blade made of Japanese ZDP 189 steel. The original has a 3 5/8 inch blade.
-- Ti handle, open pillar construction and deep-pocket clip.
-- Hinderer stabilizer.
-- Angled, dual thumb studs and jimping on the spine.
-- Closed length is a compact 3 3/4 inches and weight is listed at 2.9 oz.
The original Acies is beautiful but big -- about the size of a large Sebenza and too large for me to comfortably pocket-carry.
Acies2 is easier to EDC and, at $295, is easier on your wallet than the Acies, which was $385 when available. These are street prices -- A.G. Russell does not discount.
Acies2 is about the size and weight of a small Sebenza. I prefer the aesthetics and the wider blade of Acies2.
My brand new Acies2 is smooth opening and closing, but not quite as smooth as the Sebenza. Like the first Acies, 2 needed a bit of break-in and Tuf Glide lubricant. After that, it opens and closely easily, one-handed.
And like the original, 2 comes with a shiny pocket clip to match the polished blade. I would prefer a darker clip to match the handles.
Acies2 feels great in my hand. The size and ergos are just about perfect.
This is an exciting and beautiful design, one that is likely to become more popular than the original. I look forward to using it -- and showing it off!
A.G. the man is to be congratulated for this latest design.
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