Preview of Kershaw's New ET Folder with Pics and Video!

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DonR

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Hi everyone,

I’m a new member today and this is my first post. I wasn’t really sure where to put this since it’s just a preview and not an actual review. I hope you’ll enjoy seeing the pics along with the video.

I just received (yesterday) the long awaited Kershaw production model of Grant & Gavin Hawk’s ET (external toggle) folder.

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This knife is truly a uniquely functional design. I was attracted to it from the day I first saw it and I’m fortunate enough to also be the proud owner of one of the Hawk’s original ET too.

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I’d say Kershaw did a wonderful job bringing the ET to production at a price point that everyone can now afford. The G&G Hawk original sells for $650 and you can find the Kershaw version at a discounted $60 - $70 on line.

I’ve been a long time Spyderco fan (some 20 yrs) and this is the first folder to come along to make me look the other way. hehe

Beware, opening and closing an ET is verrrrrry addicting :D … there’s nothing else like it.

“Right Click” on the LINK below and “Save Target As” to download the video to your HD.

Note: this video file is a large file… about 30mb!

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FWIW I can’t guaranty how long I’ll keep this file on my server so get it while you can.
 
Nice. Thanks for posting that. I was curious to see that mechanism in action. I suppose the pressure exerted by gripping the knife prevents accidental closure? What kind of locking mechanism is used? Is it similar to an existing lock or something different? It's hard to tell. Also, how comfortable is the handle? It doesn't look very ergonomic at all. It seems Kershaw followed the original pretty closely and I think I like the blade shape better on theirs. What do you think?
 
Hi Laceration,

The lock is the external toggle itself. It’s kind of hard to explain but once the knife is completely open it won’t close unless you begin to pivot the smaller triangular toggle at the rear. It’s quite a simple and effective locking system.

As I mention Kershaw did do a wonderful job with this production model but there is no real comparison to the quality and workmanship that Grant and Gavin have put into their custom knives… but of course you’ll have to pay for that too! :)

Thanx, Rat Finkenstein

Here's a link to HAWK's site for more info on the ET design.
 
How are the ergonomics and what does that dial do? Sorry for all the questions but I'm fascinated by the design.
 
NP Laceration… I agree this is a fascinating knife.


That little wheel is the actuator for locking the blade closed. It gives a cam action which raises a steel rod in the handle that locks into the tang to prevent the blade from accidentally opening.

The ergonomics is up to the be-HOLDER I guess… I personally think it’s great. Though I haven’t really put any of my ET’s to use yet.

BTW Did you happen to see the May edition of Blade Magazine?


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DonR, you ROCK! Thanks a lot!

I preordered it, but I was afraid that Kershaw would skrew up the mechanism - your video dispelled my doubts.
 
Yep, that is a very cool knife.

Thanks for posting that, Don. I could watch that video all day.
 
Thanks guys

Since I own both knives I can tell you the feel of opening and closing the Kershaw ET is as enjoyable as the Hawk's original. It functions very smoothly.

A warning though… It takes a little getting use to opening and closing the ET at first. Don’t get caught up in watching the blade swing about too much and forget where your thumb is located. The ET can quickly bite if you’re not watching what you’re doing. hehehe

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That is truly an engineers knife.

Seems that it would be horrible for EDC and anything "normal". Must be just for fun.
 
DonR said:
That little wheel is the actuator for locking the blade closed. It gives a cam action which raises a steel rod in the handle that locks into the tang to prevent the blade from accidentally opening.
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That's what I was looking for. Thank you. I'd like to see a passaround with this knife. Really interesting design.
 
Hello, I looked at one of these at Smoky Mountain knife works a couple weeks ago, it is a very unique knife and design.

The one I looked at was a Kershaw, seemed to be made well, and fun to play with......:D

Robbie Roberson.;)
 
Copper Crayon said:
That is truly an engineers knife.

Seems that it would be horrible for EDC and anything "normal". Must be just for fun.
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I think the blade looks like it would be good for EDC cutting tasks, has a nice belly and tip- and it doesnt get any more "normal" than that. It actually has more carry options with the addition of the carabiner clip than most folders do. I will have to pick one up sometime.
 
Cool knife, I always wondered how the heck it was supposed work.

Wouldn't this be considered a switchblade in some states though? New York for example?
"Switchblade knife" means any knife which has a blade which opens automatically by hand pressure applied to a button, spring or other device in the handle of the knife.
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It probably doesn't fall within the Federal switchblade laws, so sales and interstate transportation would be perfectly legal, however, carrying it looks like it might get you into trouble in some states.
 
I definately think this knife could get some people in trouble, especially if it is ever involved in a crime.

But how is "Sandvic 13C26"?

The link to Hawk's website gives lots of information on it's parts, very interesting!
 
Its nice to see diff looking knives comin out, and thanks for the pics and vid did a great job with it. I'll deffinatley have to pick up one of these and try it out.
 
Hi Don, welcome to the Forum and enjoy your stay here. Thanks for the great pics. I am also a Spyderco fan, but I do love this knife.
 
I played with one at the Kershaw booth at Blade and while I applaud Kershaw for bringing it out and it appears to be an engineering marvel that is just waaay to tricked out a blade for me personally.

Jack
 
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