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So there I was, sitting around the apartment wondering what new invention our friend Nemo was going to bring from the inimitable Fred Perrin when he came to visit from Paris.
The answer, of course, turned out to be the "Key Ring Griffe".
The Key Ring Griffe, like most "griffe's", is constructed of 1075 carbon steel and comes with a high polish. The overall length is right at four inches, with 1.5 inches of useable edge. The style is that of Fred's classic griffe with a straight, minutely recurved edge. (You have to look for it, but it is a detail of Fred's that is visible to the discerning eye.) Like most/all griffe's, there is a visible temper line.
The blade is a "right hand" chisel grind and is stamped with Fred Perrin's "Butterfly" logo.
So, what makes this knife different?
Firstly, the handle is very small. It features four small holes, the last of which contains a key ring.
The knife itself accommodates a grip utilizing the forefinger and middle finger, stabilized by the ring finger. (The thumb rests naturally on the spine which has been filed for good purchase.)
The genius of the design is that with Fred's signature finger hole and keys attached, the grip on the knife is extremely secure and in no way is going to come out of your grip.
The 1.5 inch blade is extremely useful as a non-threatening utility knife, yet remains a wonderful "last ditch" or "backup" blade for self defense in capable hands. When you feel it in your hand you'll understand. Using it to transport your keys, it will always be at hand when you need it.
The knife comes with a small kydex sheath which securely attaches to the griffe. The key ring can be connected to the sheath or knife, but I am leaving mine on the knife. The beauty of the system is that it can be tailored to your own needs or wants.
I have attached a small piece of paracord to the sheath so that when I thumb it off the blade, it dangles from the key ring rather than having to fuss with placing it in a pocket and later retrieving it.
I haven't done much cutting with mine yet as it just arrived fresh from Paris. But, owning several other Fred Perrin pieces, I am sure that this knife will fit in just like family.
For a quality handmade knife at a reasonable price, contact Fred Perrin.
(Disclaimer: I have no financial interest in any of the above, though I freely admit that I am a friend of Fred and Nemo. I offer the review purely for the joy of sharing this information with my friends.)
Fred Perrin
7 rue de la Serpette
27120 FAINS
France
Telephone or fax from the US 011-33-1-60-88-41-74
Blues
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Live Free or Die
The answer, of course, turned out to be the "Key Ring Griffe".
The Key Ring Griffe, like most "griffe's", is constructed of 1075 carbon steel and comes with a high polish. The overall length is right at four inches, with 1.5 inches of useable edge. The style is that of Fred's classic griffe with a straight, minutely recurved edge. (You have to look for it, but it is a detail of Fred's that is visible to the discerning eye.) Like most/all griffe's, there is a visible temper line.
The blade is a "right hand" chisel grind and is stamped with Fred Perrin's "Butterfly" logo.
So, what makes this knife different?
Firstly, the handle is very small. It features four small holes, the last of which contains a key ring.
The knife itself accommodates a grip utilizing the forefinger and middle finger, stabilized by the ring finger. (The thumb rests naturally on the spine which has been filed for good purchase.)
The genius of the design is that with Fred's signature finger hole and keys attached, the grip on the knife is extremely secure and in no way is going to come out of your grip.
The 1.5 inch blade is extremely useful as a non-threatening utility knife, yet remains a wonderful "last ditch" or "backup" blade for self defense in capable hands. When you feel it in your hand you'll understand. Using it to transport your keys, it will always be at hand when you need it.
The knife comes with a small kydex sheath which securely attaches to the griffe. The key ring can be connected to the sheath or knife, but I am leaving mine on the knife. The beauty of the system is that it can be tailored to your own needs or wants.
I have attached a small piece of paracord to the sheath so that when I thumb it off the blade, it dangles from the key ring rather than having to fuss with placing it in a pocket and later retrieving it.
I haven't done much cutting with mine yet as it just arrived fresh from Paris. But, owning several other Fred Perrin pieces, I am sure that this knife will fit in just like family.
For a quality handmade knife at a reasonable price, contact Fred Perrin.
(Disclaimer: I have no financial interest in any of the above, though I freely admit that I am a friend of Fred and Nemo. I offer the review purely for the joy of sharing this information with my friends.)
Fred Perrin
7 rue de la Serpette
27120 FAINS
France
Telephone or fax from the US 011-33-1-60-88-41-74
Blues
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Live Free or Die
