John W. Smith

[T.K.C.]

Today arrived my first John W. Smith folder. This knife is the epitome of smooooth!! It is fantastic! It has polished blue G-10 scales that are stunning!! The picture is from Custom Knife Gallery of Colorado. I will take some of my own pix of this amazing knife!! (I am a tad busy with packing for Alaska and all.) Knife Specifications: CKGC Exclusive Blue G10 Small Utility
Blade Length: 3.25"
Overall Length: 7.75"
Blade Type: Fighter with False Edge
Blade Composition: Satin Finished CPM-S30V
Bolster Composition: Satin Finished Titanium
Handle Material: Polished Blue G10
Locking Mechanism: Linerlock
Opening: Ambidextrous Thumb Disc
Special Features: Here is another Custom Knife Gallery of Colorado Exclusive from this world class maker. It is a smaller version of the Blue G10 Tactical Utility. It has the same great features that the larger model has butit is designed for those that might want something a little smaller to carry everyday. With fantastic materials, terrific fit, finish, lockup and blade center, this piece will provide the best quality in the knife industry at a daily carry price. We are both honored and pleased to offer this lovely exclusive piece through our long time relationship with this world class maker.

 

[Jon Brand]

Nice knife. I love his using folders. They have the right feel when you open them and are relatively slender.

 

[Kohai999]

John Smith makes fantastic knives. He gives both his presentation folders AND his working folders an extremely high level of attention….he listens to requests when consulting, and implements these requests effortlessly, or he tells you what might not work, and offers solutions so you wind up with what you want.

I currently own 4 JWS folders….one is for sale, 2 are in the permanent collection, and am carrying and using the fourth(a black carbon handled 3.5" bladed Evolution) as this is written.

I have owned hundreds of knives……have handled folders as good, but none better. The ergonomics are superb, the feel in the hand is secure, without any sharp edges to create "hot-spots". The finger cutouts do exactly what they are supposed to for function, and look nice as well. The beadblasting on the handles and bolsters is considered and balanced for low light reflection, and sustainable aesthetics(looks good, even after carried for 2 months).

As an example…John doesn't just bead blast his carbon fiber….he also gives it a light buff after beadblasting to bring out the depth and contrast. I find his approach highly considered, and methodical.

Am proud to know John, and even prouder that I can own some of his knives.

TKC, that sure is a good looking one that you got there!:thumbup:

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson

 

[T.K.C.]

It is a spectacular knife!! It is also a permanent knife in my collection as well. I of course want more of his work!! I am sooooooooo very impressed with every aspect of this nife.