LionSteel Shuffler

Good memory ;) and yes, these Shuffler's are addictive, so I give fair warning for those venturing onto any website with such treats...you may end up with more than one and possibly end up buying things a second time...one can never tell :)

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How is the Shuffler as a watch-pocket knife in jeans?

3 3/4" closed length is sometimes borderline for me, and an exposed tang/back square can be a bit snaggy in that situation as well -- but it all comes down to the actual knife.
 
Dadpool said:
How is the Shuffler as a watch-pocket knife in jeans?

3 3/4" closed length is sometimes borderline for me, and an exposed tang/back square can be a bit snaggy in that situation as well -- but it all comes down to the actual knife.
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What he said.
 
AtomicRooster57 said:
I ordered one in CF and Damsteel blade/bolsters over the weekend. I haven't seen the first pictures or reviews on the knife. Do you know if the Damsteel Super Dense is considered a Super Steel?
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My understanding of Damasteel is that it performs quite well, with at least RWL34 as a component, which is a well-regarded knife blade steel along the lines of CPM-154.

It’s hard to answer your question because “super steel” was once applied to steels like VG10, which now seems to be decidedly average for most knife enthusiasts. It depends on what you’re looking for, but I expect the Damasteel super dense to be a good all-around performer— reportedly it takes a keen edge and holds it reasonably well. I’ve only used mine lightly, and haven’t sharpened it yet, so I can’t fully comment on my personal experience. Seems to be well-regarded on the forums, though.

I don’t think you’ll get the insane edge retention that you might get out of something like Maxamet, but I think it should perform like a top to second tier steel.

So... sure? I guess it’s a super steel? Definitely is cool regardless.
 
Has anyone ever swapped out the covers on their Shuffler? It's a remarkable knife, but I can't seem to get over the incongruity of wood alongside screws.

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The modern construction calls for synthetic cover materials.
 
kamagong said:
Has anyone ever swapped out the covers on their Shuffler? It's a remarkable knife, but I can't seem to get over the incongruity of wood alongside screws.

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The modern construction calls for synthetic cover materials.
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Yes but dude I disagree with your example. That looks exceptional.
 
kamagong said:
Has anyone ever swapped out the covers on their Shuffler? It's a remarkable knife, but I can't seem to get over the incongruity of wood alongside screws.

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The modern construction calls for synthetic cover materials.
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I agree, and this is why I went with Micarta.
Screws and stainless steel just feel at odds with natural materials such as bone and wood. My biggest qualm with the incongruity is the way natural materials age while the blades only get scratches.
 
Rose and Thistle Custom said:
Have a Shuffler on the way to go with my Roundhead, kinda thinking ghost jade G10 would look cool.
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I think you'll like it. I have both, but as a personal preference I've have always leaned toward the clip blades over spears. I've been carrying Barlows since I was a little kid in the 1950s. While calling these Lionsteel Barlows traditional may seem like a bit of a stretch for some, I think adapting these modern materials & modular design to the classic Barlow is a great idea for a working knife.

Oh, and a pic. Just because.
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