Perrin Knife - Question for Sal or anyone knowledgable

Simonp · Jan 28, 2003

I just picked up a Perrin FB, so far I like it but my one question for know would be is there a trainer version of this knife or one in the works? I have the trainer version of the temperance, which I like but I'd rather have one of the Perrin as I would be more likely carry it - especially since I don't own a "real" Temperance - just the trainer.

Thanks

Carlos · Jan 28, 2003

AFAIK, there is no Perrin trainer in consideration. They are probably waiting to see how the Temperance trainer does sales-wise.

fudo · Jan 28, 2003

Does anyone have a photo of the tang of the Perrin? I'm curious about the strength of the union between the handle and blade. I saw some failures of other knives, where the knife failed when the tang tore through the top of the handle and the tip/handle/pommel formed a 120-140 degree angle.

Pachucko · Jan 28, 2003

The thorn defends the rose, yet it is peaceful and does not seek conflict.

Like your sig.

fudo · Jan 29, 2003

Thanks Pachucko

How about it Sal? Can you answer about the Perrin tang question?
Tthanks

Sal Glesser · Jan 30, 2003

The tang goes into the handlke about half way. The handle is injected onto the tang, which is notched.

We've been making these the same way starting with the Moran. We've never had one fail.

sal

fudo · Jan 30, 2003

Thanks Sal!

larrytwohig · Feb 1, 2003

I'm presently having a new handle fitted to my perrin since I didn't like the feel of the stock one. Micarta, larger, no choil... will post pics here once it's finished.

LT

Sal Glesser · Feb 1, 2003

We've had thoughts on a trainer. Mr. Perrin has requested one in all rubber like the old Al Mar trainer. As Carlos said, we're waiting to see public reaction to our fixed blades in general and the trainers in particular. Additional tooling and inventory costs require planning for small companies.

sal