Flipper fans I ask you; Olamic or Shirogorov?

[el gigantor]

I want to cautiously dip my toe in the water of mid-tech flippers and was wondering which of these two builders you prefer? I'm a fan of both as far as designs go and I won't be able to get either in-hand before making a purchase. Cheers as always for whatever info I receive and photos would be cool if you feel like posting some!

 

[scorpnsnake]

Oooofff.. I can Answer this. Have and carry/use several of both.

Olamic for an excellent value,. Shiro if that's not a concern.

Both if at all possible.

 

[el gigantor]

Oooofff.. I can Answer this. Have and carry/use several of both.

Olamic for an excellent value,. Shiro if that's not a concern.

Both if at all possible.

Interesting. Thanks for the reply. I'm curious what you mean by the line in red above.

 

[norcalAF]

Just a FYI, the 24/7 might feel a bit cramped for someone with big mitts like yourself. The rainmaker has a nice sized handle and flips very well.

 

[el gigantor]

Just a FYI, the 24/7 might feel a bit cramped for someone with big mitts like yourself. The rainmaker has a nice sized handle and flips very well.

Much obliged! I'm currently looking at DLT's stable of Rainmakers as I type this.

 

[norcalAF]

Much obliged! I'm currently looking at DLT's stable of Rainmakers as I type this.

One thing that is cool about olamic is that you can send them in to the mother ship and they will do whatever custom work they currently offer and it will all be warrantied

 

[scorpnsnake]

Interesting. Thanks for the reply. I'm curious what you mean by the line in red above.

Olamic falls just short of the line of diminishing returns per dollar, for me. I feel it is positioned as an exceptional value in craftsmanship, materials and functionality. Especially on the secondary market.

24/7 and RM anyway. Swish isn't my gig.

Shirogorov crosses that line just a bit and you pay more per smaller incremental improvement in design, tolerance, fit, finish and materials. Not by much but you should be comfortable with that going into it of you plan to use it. They are worth every penny if absolute value isn't a top priority.

 

[scorpnsnake]

For scale, my hands are extra large but relatively slender. Forgot you have large hands, like norcalAF said, Rainmaker for Olamic.

Rainmaker

Stellar

F95

Qauntum gen 2

Soft Overkill (liner lock)

 

[Terry M.]

Had a few of each. Olamic just doesn’t tickle my fancy. Shiro is a step above in my humble opinion. The action is incredible

 

[DennisM]

Comparing an Olamic to a Shiro is like comparing a Buick to a Maserati. Koenig is a better comparison to Shiro IMO. Don't overlook Herman either. So many choices ...

 

[el gigantor]

Comparing an Olamic to a Shiro is like comparing a Buick to a Maserati. Koenig is a better comparison to Shiro IMO. Don't overlook Herman either. So many choices ...

As I said, I’m new to this space.

I guess I should have laid out my intentions a bit better. I want a long (9.25in + as I have massive hands) and slender titanium framelock flipper in a great blade steel. I want it to be a user AND a looker. Great value and quality from a reputable builder.

The Olamic Rainmaker is about as close as I have seen to my ideal design. Does Shiro have a platform in similar dimension?

 

[DennisM]

I am pretty sure Model 111 is their largest offering.

 

[Sharp & Fiery]

I will second Shiro.

I had a couple 24/7 but they are all gone now.

 

[norcalAF]

I think OP needs a ZT0452 in Magnacut!

 

[John Phillips]

Owned several of both. Shiro all day. Action and tolerances are on another level.

 

[Terry M.]

Sounds like you need what someone else suggested: Shiro 111 it’s big. Really big

 

[badmatt]

Shiro.

Edit: If your budget allows, Grimsmo Rask.

 

[scorpnsnake]

Yeah, the 111 Cronidur 30 would be worth a look.

 

[el gigantor]

I think OP needs a ZT0452 in Magnacut!

I've had my eye on the 0452 for years. The dimensions are great but the actual shape of the handle makes it look cramped. The ergos reduce grip area. Not cool.

 

[JJ_Colt45]

I will have to put a +1 (or +10) on a Shirogorov without hesitation.