My Latest Folder and Fixed Desing come to life... (pic intense)

BladeMan

BladeMan

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i've got the folder a couple weeks now and got the fixed last friday and thought i share a few quick pictures i took.
let me know what you guys think.

the maker of both knives is brad fairall from ohio... he made them excatly after my design. the folder features a few elements that are of his designs (overlays, the 4 grooves on the frame, clip.) so he is considered co-designer :D ... and after all, he made them work.
as you might see in the pics (i hope so), the fit and finish is bar none. everything is tight and smooth. :bow:


so, first is the folder.
3.5" S30V blade, 1/8" thick. OAL is 8.1"
the frame is made of 1/8" thick Ti with CF overlays, spacer is hardened 440C.
the weight is 139 grams and the knife has a really nice feel to it, the handle fits my hands just perfect and secure.

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regards
Raimund
 
now on to the fighter, it's a really sturdy piece.
6.9" 5160 steel blade, 1/4" thick. hidden tang. OAL is 12"
handle is made of green and black micarta with a rough finish for better grip.
weight is 289 grams, balance is excelent and the handle is very comfortable.

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regards
Raimund
 
Please forgive a new guy stupid question. Do the 5 notches near the end of the liner lock serve any functaional purpose?
 
Amnesiac said:
Please forgive a new guy stupid question. Do the 5 notches near the end of the liner lock serve any functaional purpose?
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I suspect its for a little extra grip, could be just esthetics.

Nice looking couple either way, great craftsmanship.:thumbup:
 
i gotta post again-WOOOOOOOOWWWWW!!!!!!!!! That's one sick FREAKIN' blade.

you need to design more folders-i can't tell you enough how much I love it
 
Folder...

I see it... I need it.... (but an inch longer blade from 3/16" stock)
 
1st pic-my desktop background for years to come-my picture when i turn on my iphone-my blade forums avatar, and then hopefully, in a sheath on my side
 
thanks guys, that's my second attempt on a folder after years.


@solidsoldier,

sorry, there is currently no plan on doing a 4.5" version. and just scaling it up is not right.


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Will there be any folder offered in a 4"+ length?
 
currently i'm working on a 4"+ folder, very similiar to this one but more tank proof ;)
 
I'm very interested. I love the blade shape of this one.
 
BladeMan said:
thanks guys, that's my second attempt on a folder after years.


@solidsoldier,

sorry, there is currently no plan on doing a 4.5" version. and just scaling it up is not right.


(( unauthorized sales offer ))
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how can i get one in its current configuration???? Please contact me!!!

nathancritser@sbcglobal.net
 
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@nate and solidsoldier

thanks

Raimund
 
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Really good all around. Brad is VERY clever and talented, your design is superb, and the photos are absolutely great.

Thanks for the post!

Coop
 
BladeMan said:
@nate and solidsoldier

(( unauthorized sales offer ))

Raimund
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I currently have 3 blades to sell-if i can sell them, then I'm pretty sure I'm in, BUT what i need to know right now is a ball park price. Are we talking $1050 or $950 or $650? $650-$850 sound about right? $650-$750? $550-$750? Just need a ballpark price right now.

I know your busy, so I'm sure as heck not gonna bug you. Thanks a lot bro, much apprecaited.
 
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@ nate and solid

mail sent, sorry for beeing late


@ coop

thanks for your kind words, especially about my humble photographic skills. i'm honored :)
 
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