Rick Hinderer Anodized Titanium

[jjg6319]

How does the lock side or titanium side hold up to wear if it is anodized a color. I am trying to figure out what I would like to buy next and curious if the color is worn off easily? Any pictures would be helpful, if you can.

Thanks,
Jeff

 

[Knives&Lint]

YYMV, but mine have held up well. Granted, I have only had them for about a year or so but my Jurassic has been my main hiking knife on numerous trips. Here's a pic so you can judge, where you can see some wear on the clip, and that was most likely from literally scraping across rock while in my pocket. This is the battle bronze finish for reference.

 

[Glenn Goodlett]

After about a year in my pocket.

 

[Glenn Goodlett]

The Full Track has been in my pocket for about a year and the XM-24 has been in my pocket for a day. The deep carry clips are different ages. I'm not sure if the two knives were the same color when new or not, I kind of don't think so.

 

[krazichinaman]

Jeff,
Keep in mind that the anodization is just a surface finish, so with any use / carry it will start to show wear. Some consider it "character" but your personal views could be different. The best part is any anodization done via DC current will not void your warranty. (Per their website). So, use it, and if it bothers you, you can always re-do it or change the color to your liking.

Per their website -> About ->Rick Hinderer General Information

"3rd Party Anodizing: We cannot warranty a knife that has been heat anodized with a torch. HOWEVER we will not void your warranty for using DC current to electro-anodize your titanium parts."