Esee 3 in s35vn in 2020

[Pr3inar]

Didn’t find any threads on this subject, so:

In the 2020 Esee line-up they have the Esee 3 and the new Xancudo fixed blade, both in 3 mm/0.125 inches thick s35vn, hardened to 59-60 hrc. The 3 and Xancudo will both come with the new, 3d-machined scales, similar to the TKC-scales. The scales is also an option on new 4’s, 5’s and 6’s.

I like the scale-upgrade. Except for thr 6, I have upgraded the scales on all my Esee’s. The only reason I haven’t done it on my 6 is because the shipping and taxes doubles the price for me. Same with building my own knife from them. The opportunity to get 3D-scales with the knife from a local shop is a big plus for me!

The steel choice I’m not sure about. The 3 is a relatively thin knife, and a relatively good slicer. For everyday, urban needs the increased wear resistance s35vn has vs 1095 in such a knife can be a plus, but for harder use I don’t know how well it will stand up to lower edge angles, chipping etc. I keep my 1095 3 at 12 deg pr side, and a few swipes at 15 deg setting on the sharpmaker. I have had some rolling, but no chips.

All innall, I’m a bit exited, and I think it will be a purchase this year!

Anyone has any thoughts?

 

[D17A1]

I've been waiting for the stainless version of the Esee 3 for a while, pretty happy they upgraded the steel and handles on it at the same time.

 

[rileybassman1]

Theses are gonna be great. Had many ESEEs through the years but I'll prolly pick up this one I think

 

[RABII]

Have to think about one of those in S35VN. I've also enjoyed the newer HM versions in the 3 and 4. Fits my wide hand a LOT better!

 

[superpog]

Good move to stainless steel!

 

[115Italian]

I would rather see an izula 2 in s35vn but that’s just me. Still nice to see they’re changing it up.
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-Edit- just saw they’re making a zancudo fixed blade in s35vn. I guess thats a suitable substitute for my izula suggestion.

 

[mjw88]

Wow, pretty excited for these upgrades. Love my esee 3 with tkc scales. Look forward to trying one of these upgraded 3s when available.

 

[Hale Storm]

Owned and own many ESEE knives. FINALLY will be able to get one in stainless for the ultra humid Gulf coast which is hell on 1095.

 

[Cscotttsss]

Yeah, I might have to pick one up now.

 

[dirc]

every esee stainless I see right now seems to be 440c... how long until these are actually available in s35vn?

 

[Gideons]

every esee stainless I see right now seems to be 440c... how long until these are actually available in s35vn?

Only the Esee 3 and Xancudo will be in S35VN. They are starting to ship in January 2020. All information from: https://www.eseeknives.com/news/new-2020

 

[Garrett Ferrell]

I can’t wait for that S35VN ESEE 3,I’ve been hoping for the ESEE 3 in a premium stainless,never understood them using 440c..I’m hoping one of these days they will make the ESEE 4,6,Junglas and Junglas 2 in 3V

 

[Garrett Ferrell]

Wonder what that S35VN ESEE 3 is gonna sell for

 

[Sigguy]

I’ll be picking one up for sure.

 

[Pr3inar]

According to the Esee site the warranty will be the same for the s35vn and the 1095 versions.

looking forward to see how well s35vn will hold up compared to 1095. It should be a lot more probe to chipping/breaking, but the warranty shows they have confidence in it anyway

 

[superpog]

According to the Esee site the warranty will be the same for the s35vn and the 1095 versions.

looking forward to see how well s35vn will hold up compared to 1095. It should be a lot more probe to chipping/breaking, but the warranty shows they have confidence in it anyway

The thing is S35VN toughness doesn't seem to be lower than 1095 according to Larrin's data.

 

[sharp_edge]

Will the price be the same as 1095 ESEE 3?

 

[Bluearcflash]

Definitely interested. I'm a S35 fan

 

[Bmurray]

I've been asking for one for an s35vn E3 while now

 

[mongomondo]

Will the price be the same as 1095 ESEE 3?

I see a trusted retailer selling the s35v version for $117.