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I just received a new Lionsteel Daghetta with the carbon fiber/g10 laminated handle scales. This is the first back lock design that I have purchased that wasn't a Spyderco.
This knife is very well done and is a good value for under $100. Well under if you choose the G10 only or the aluminum handle models.
The lock release mechanism looks like an Axis Lock or some sort of ball lock mechanism but that's where it stops. Releasing the button feels much like an Axis Lock with a little less tension but the lock itself is a lock back all the way. The lock release mechanism simply locks and unlocks the back lock spring. Opening and closing the blade feels 100% like a back lock with the ensuing back spring tension to close and for the detent.
Here are the stats:
Overall Length: 7.5"
Blade Length: 3.25"
Closed Length: 4.25"
Handle: Carbon Fiber / G-10
Blade Steel: 440C 56-58 HRC
Weight: 3.6 oz.
Made in Italy by Lionsteel
And my impressions:
* I really like the slim profile which is one reason I bought it
* The handle grip is very stable and grippy enough - the scales have horizontal texturing
* Top and bottom jimping at the pivot/tang area is adequate. It makes a difference
* The blade profile is another reason I bought this knife. It is a very usable and handy blade profile for EDC
* The center ridge that flows through the blade and through the handle to the butt of the knife is appealing
* I have always liked 440C. I've yet to test the 56-58 HRC heat treat by Lionsteel. I believe 440C can be treated harder but we'll see. I bought this knife for medium to light EDC duty anyway
* The thumbstuds are a little uncomfortable on my thumb as they dig in a little bit when opening but enough use will get my thumb up to speed for this particular knife. The back spring tension is partially the reason but the studs are not very large in diameter either so the detent and the small studs together can be a little uncomfortable at first.
* Like my SR-1, the knife came from Lionsteel somewhat tight but it has loosened up a bit already after some openings and some Rem-Oil
* I have to repeat that I just love this knife when opened and in my hand. It's not too small. In fact. it's a really good EDC size.
* Fit and finish are well done as expected
* The clip is reversable for tip up carry right or left. The knife sits low but isn't deep carry. The clip tension is fine
* The exposed flat part of the tang when closed does not impede the insertion or removal from the pocket at all. This flat part is also half of the blade stop by fitting against the flat part of the back spring when opened
* There is a ever so slight gap on one side of the back spring when closed on mine, but the construction is done very well. This is a $95 folder afterall, not a hand made back lock folder. There is also a minute amount of downward play when pushing down on the opened blade but there is zero blade play upward because of the tight fit between the tang and the back spring. No side to side play at all. The lock up is safe and secure.
* There is also a lanyard hole on the butt
* Blade is centered and the blade work is impeccable, The edge grind is thin and even. It came shaving sharp but I added a micro bevel on a 1200 rod and then stropped it with a loaded strop. The edge is SUPER sharp now.
* This is another very nicely done knife by Lionsteel.
* Overall, I love this knife and plan to carry it all summer long. It feels smooth and tight at the same time. It's not a heavy duty knife but it will handle general EDC just fine.
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This knife is very well done and is a good value for under $100. Well under if you choose the G10 only or the aluminum handle models.
The lock release mechanism looks like an Axis Lock or some sort of ball lock mechanism but that's where it stops. Releasing the button feels much like an Axis Lock with a little less tension but the lock itself is a lock back all the way. The lock release mechanism simply locks and unlocks the back lock spring. Opening and closing the blade feels 100% like a back lock with the ensuing back spring tension to close and for the detent.
Here are the stats:
Overall Length: 7.5"
Blade Length: 3.25"
Closed Length: 4.25"
Handle: Carbon Fiber / G-10
Blade Steel: 440C 56-58 HRC
Weight: 3.6 oz.
Made in Italy by Lionsteel
And my impressions:
* I really like the slim profile which is one reason I bought it
* The handle grip is very stable and grippy enough - the scales have horizontal texturing
* Top and bottom jimping at the pivot/tang area is adequate. It makes a difference
* The blade profile is another reason I bought this knife. It is a very usable and handy blade profile for EDC
* The center ridge that flows through the blade and through the handle to the butt of the knife is appealing
* I have always liked 440C. I've yet to test the 56-58 HRC heat treat by Lionsteel. I believe 440C can be treated harder but we'll see. I bought this knife for medium to light EDC duty anyway
* The thumbstuds are a little uncomfortable on my thumb as they dig in a little bit when opening but enough use will get my thumb up to speed for this particular knife. The back spring tension is partially the reason but the studs are not very large in diameter either so the detent and the small studs together can be a little uncomfortable at first.
* Like my SR-1, the knife came from Lionsteel somewhat tight but it has loosened up a bit already after some openings and some Rem-Oil
* I have to repeat that I just love this knife when opened and in my hand. It's not too small. In fact. it's a really good EDC size.
* Fit and finish are well done as expected
* The clip is reversable for tip up carry right or left. The knife sits low but isn't deep carry. The clip tension is fine
* The exposed flat part of the tang when closed does not impede the insertion or removal from the pocket at all. This flat part is also half of the blade stop by fitting against the flat part of the back spring when opened
* There is a ever so slight gap on one side of the back spring when closed on mine, but the construction is done very well. This is a $95 folder afterall, not a hand made back lock folder. There is also a minute amount of downward play when pushing down on the opened blade but there is zero blade play upward because of the tight fit between the tang and the back spring. No side to side play at all. The lock up is safe and secure.
* There is also a lanyard hole on the butt
* Blade is centered and the blade work is impeccable, The edge grind is thin and even. It came shaving sharp but I added a micro bevel on a 1200 rod and then stropped it with a loaded strop. The edge is SUPER sharp now.
* This is another very nicely done knife by Lionsteel.
* Overall, I love this knife and plan to carry it all summer long. It feels smooth and tight at the same time. It's not a heavy duty knife but it will handle general EDC just fine.
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