I thought this should be brought up from the bottom of the voting post, Elvislives was wondering this too. Isn't the Nemesis double edged? Double edged blades make flipping more difficult for an average flipper such as myself. This might also be the case with a kris, although either could be left dull on one side or both (Hubertus makes a kris with almost smooth edges)--probably not a popular option with some. Sharpening a kris is time consuming, but with a blood groove it might look cool even with a dull edge. I'm not expressing an opinion one way or another, just looking for clarification. If the Nemesis is double edged, then maybe something else would be a better choice. As a collector I like all the shapes, but for flipping...
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Nemesis configuration
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I think the Nemesis/Kris style blade is being discussed as the next blade so the initial knife will be user friendly and will be the vehicle to introduce, to anyone familiar with a butterfly knife, the Tachyon. Since the blades will interchange, an individual will be able to configure the blade style to his/her abilities. I'd love to have the problem of deciding which blade to put in my knife today!!!
The Nemesis blade is more for combat. A combative balisong draw would usually be a single flip type opening. If you carry your balisong for defense, it is a good knife. However, if you want a balisong to manipulate, just get a regular Tachyon with a single edge.
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I could not have said it better myself guys. Thanks 
Yes both the Nemesis and the Kris would be double edges and not friendly to flipping unless you are very proficient.
Yes both the Nemesis and the Kris would be double edges and not friendly to flipping unless you are very proficient.
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could somebody point me somewhere to where I can see what the nemesis blade looks like?
Allthough I probobly wont flip this knife when i get it, regardless of which blade it is, you could probobly do a pretty nice set of aerials without having to worry too much about the blade...at least no less then with a singe edged blade. Sometimes i will actually practice basic moves holding the bite handel, keeping my speed and balance just right, and not ever let the edge of the blade contact my fingers. Now that i'm thinking about it, it's probobly a good way to learn the balance and weight of the knife...Well, just my .02 (i just love saying that)