First - this folder is made by Moki. I have never handled a product from them that wasn't top notch. This one does not disappoint.
Fit and finish of the whole assembly is fabulous. The G-10 scales are well-contoured at the edge providing a very comfortable grip. Grinds and thumb ramp serrations are all perfectly executed. The only noticeable issue here is that I was able to get the liner to play when exerting a high force level on the spine (I am not whacking it here in my office however
) Blade is perfectly centered. The pivot has teflon washers and the feel on the opening and close is much like a Sebenza - firm and controlled - smooth but not slick.
It is a small knife - with the cutting edge just less than 2-3/4 inches (measured straight). At 3.1 oz - is feels very stout, and perhaps a bit heavy for its size, due to the dual liners. If you like the feel of a heavier knife, you will like the Nomad.
The finger choil is pretty snug for my index finger - a tad smaller than the Spyderco Native finger choil. Main grip on the handle is very comfortable with the pinky resting on the upturn at the rear of the grip. There is a nice downturn on the back of the handle provides firm support for the ring finger. Thumbstuds are tall - but I find that they open the blade very well. Theyh work well right or left hand. They are bit clumsy if you are shifting the knife in your hand or diving your hand into your pocket.
The clip is mounted below the pivot, so the concealment level is poor. The clip works well, so well in fact against the grippy G-10 that you may want to invest a few pairs of pants for future replacement! The clip has a matte finish - which I prefer over polished.
I am not certain what the protrusion on the pivot end is for. Apparently, if you need to bust coconuts - well this folder is for you. I personally find that most knives that clear you palm do a fine job without a point for icebreaking and such.
Finally, the blade shape - a flat ground spearpoint is just plain beautiful. It looks like it would make a great little utility blade. The thumb ramp is well placed.
Overall (not cutting yet, of course) - take the same fit and finish and design and give me a blade that is an inch longer. Make the finger choil a little bigger. The whole package is so robust, it kind of cries out for a bigger blade to support.
Fit and finish of the whole assembly is fabulous. The G-10 scales are well-contoured at the edge providing a very comfortable grip. Grinds and thumb ramp serrations are all perfectly executed. The only noticeable issue here is that I was able to get the liner to play when exerting a high force level on the spine (I am not whacking it here in my office however
) Blade is perfectly centered. The pivot has teflon washers and the feel on the opening and close is much like a Sebenza - firm and controlled - smooth but not slick.It is a small knife - with the cutting edge just less than 2-3/4 inches (measured straight). At 3.1 oz - is feels very stout, and perhaps a bit heavy for its size, due to the dual liners. If you like the feel of a heavier knife, you will like the Nomad.
The finger choil is pretty snug for my index finger - a tad smaller than the Spyderco Native finger choil. Main grip on the handle is very comfortable with the pinky resting on the upturn at the rear of the grip. There is a nice downturn on the back of the handle provides firm support for the ring finger. Thumbstuds are tall - but I find that they open the blade very well. Theyh work well right or left hand. They are bit clumsy if you are shifting the knife in your hand or diving your hand into your pocket.
The clip is mounted below the pivot, so the concealment level is poor. The clip works well, so well in fact against the grippy G-10 that you may want to invest a few pairs of pants for future replacement! The clip has a matte finish - which I prefer over polished.
I am not certain what the protrusion on the pivot end is for. Apparently, if you need to bust coconuts - well this folder is for you. I personally find that most knives that clear you palm do a fine job without a point for icebreaking and such.
Finally, the blade shape - a flat ground spearpoint is just plain beautiful. It looks like it would make a great little utility blade. The thumb ramp is well placed.
Overall (not cutting yet, of course) - take the same fit and finish and design and give me a blade that is an inch longer. Make the finger choil a little bigger. The whole package is so robust, it kind of cries out for a bigger blade to support.
