Blaze Orange Griptillian

[ARNG ret.]

Having noted a lot of kudos for Griptillians I am considering buying one with the orange grips; I own a lot of knives and really like my full sized Dejavoo; does the Griptillian measure up to the Voo? Have no problems with large folders but wonder whether th min or full sized is the handiest. Any infor would be appreciated (also wonder where they are available, many site have them but not in orange).

 

[JD Mandrell]

I like full size Griptilians better, the smaller ones are just a little to small for me.

 

[poopdot]

With the grind on the Grip,it seems like a stronger blade.

 

[derrickd803]

I like both sizes, although for normal EDC use I prefer the mini. The orange grip is only offered in full size (551ORG) currently. I do hope they make an orange mini soon though!
Heres a pic comparing a 551 and a 556:

 

[bobnery]

I would definitely try and handle one first. The handles are hollow and cheap feeling. They are strong but I could never adjust to the feel

 

[pedicabdriver]

I would definitely try and handle one first. The handles are hollow and cheap feeling. They are strong but I could never adjust to the feel

The Mini-grip feels much stronger and less plastic-y than the full size, IMO.

 

[KeithAM]

I have both large and mini Grips and prefer the large. To me the large is a medium size knife. If you're comfortable with the full-size Dejavoo the large Grip will feel fine.

 

[einsteinjon]

I would definitely try and handle one first. The handles are hollow and cheap feeling. They are strong but I could never adjust to the feel

^^ Ditto

Also as an FYI, it is not exactly "blaze orange." It is more of a "soft pumpkin" so to speak. A little paler than you might expect.

For the price point though, the Grip is a great knife. I personally like the satin PE 551...I wish they would come out with a G10 version already without having to spend an extra $150 on Wilkins Grips.