Marzitelli Snarly J

Triton

Triton

Gold Member
Joined
Aug 8, 2000
Messages
36,186
Okay, so I saw an ad for Mr. Peter Marzitelli in the Blade magazine. The knife pictured was his "Big Snarly J" model. I'm REALLY liking the looks of that knife, but it would far and away be the most I have ever spent on a small knife... and it bugs me because I've never seen one in person. Dimensionally it's about right, something close to my Spec Elite or mini-Rukus however not having one in hand... hmmm :( I almost made the same mistake with a certain out the front auto manufacturer. I really liked the way they looked. Then I handled one at the Blade Show in Atlanta and discovered that I disliked how they felt in hand intensely. The same thing has happened with a couple of other knives from other makers. So has anyone handled one of the Big Snarly J models? How smooth was it? Was it easy to open one handed? Comfortable in the hand? Inquiring minds want to know...
 
Trying to bump this, I'm sure someone must have one of these...
 
I'm following this too - that's one of a bunch I've been looking at over the last few months (along with Sebenzas, etc.) so it'll be interesting to see what you find out.

thx - cpr
 
i have a marzitelli tork 2. smaller than the snarly i believe.

his work is top notch, fit/finish is excellent. smooth opening, solid lockup.

he is also great to deal with and responds quickly to correspondence.
 
I carry a Marzitelli knife every day, not a standard model.

His craftsmanship is totally bomb proof, the little touches make a big difference. The tolerances are extremely tight, yet the organic materials he uses makes the knife feel less mechanical.

His knives are extremely light in weight, but fill your hand and are very nicely balanced. The opening stud placement is just right for smooth one handed opening and the lock closes with a very satisfying 'click!'.

I cut cardboard boxes up every day, dual walled bicycle boxes, and his heat treatment has brought out the best qualities of the S30V the blade is made from. The edge geometry allows for the upkeep of a very fine edge, while at the same time imparting a reasonable amount of toughness. It holds its edge very well!

He is an excellent person and has impeccable ethics.

You will not go wrong purchasing a Marzitelli knife if you really want one. I have never paid as much for a folding knife, and may never again. I prefer his somewhat eccentric and creative, high quality knives over just about every tactical oriented maker of similar price.

A Marzitelli knife will last you pretty much forever.
 
it's a good kind of trouble you're in friend;)
 
Are you getting one for Christmas?? Is Santa bringing you a nice new Custom knife?
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top