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Since the OP isn't responding, I will. It’s a Gen1 XM18 non flipper made in 2006. The Pantograph signature on the blade is correct, the dimpled and checkered thumbstuds are correct and the Chicago screws for the body are correct. Whats not correct is that the lockside and clip have been reblasted to hide scratches and the clip and tab screws have been changed. I was sad to see that survivor was given a fluff and buff to make it appear new. These Gen1 XM’s appear once in a while and many have been given a spa due to being used hard.More details, please. Thumb stud, Hinderer markings, handle screws, etc.
I agree, I have 6 Eklipses with the harpoon spanto blade, love the knife and that blade shape. I do have one pimped out XM-18 with the HS blade which looks amazing.Best 3.5 hands down for me is the Eklipse HS. still can't take this thing from my pocket. FWIW my hand always liked the Eklipse over the XM 3.5.
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Drives me crazy you get get that textured lockside standard on ZTs but hard to find on Hinderers. They haven't dropped anything interesting in a while.Love that textured lock side! Not sure why Hinderer denies us more of them.
You have great gear. I'm too lazy to grab anything but the knife and take a picture - lol
Thank you !You have great gear. I'm too lazy to grab anything but the knife and take a picture - lol
Very surprised this is your first eklipse. Seems like you have/had everythingMy first Eklipse! And boy howdy is is sharp! Looking and blade wisedeep carry clip installed and we are off to the races. I'm digging the battle blue for sure!
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I brought the ZT version and never really looked further. I'm really digging the hollow harpoon blade. It's super slicey! The ergos on it are great!Very surprised this is your first eklipse. Seems like you have/had everything. Glad to hear you’re digging it. Carried mine today as well definitely one of my favorites.
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