BogdanS
Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider
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Hello dear friends,
With God's good will today i present you a novelty in our portfolio - a full size, titanium frame lock folder - 'Skiagusta' Ultra Slim+Ultra Light clip point (one of a kind/Custom +)
First things first - this knife i made for myself quite some time ago but it was never used/worn (sat in a drawer and got all attention when we had something new to add to it
) and during the time it received all possible upgrades we work with - the main technical upgrades are:
- it got prime ceramic detent ball instead of the initial SS one.
- it got an especially developed (ok it is too much said but i could not find a better word) double phosphorous bronze washer system on the carbon fiber part to eliminate the possible issues caused by carbon's abrasion.
This will serve as a 'handsome' workhorse with classic lines and minimalist appearance; with only necessary 'complications' this design aims to eliminate as much as possible the possibility of failure.
Built around a titanium 'core' this folder is a pure beast in it's own rights - pure performance and functionality.
An aluminium/vanadium alloy, Grade 5 TA6V titanium offers an excellent compromise between mechanical strength, toughness and ductility hence it was the choice for the frame of the folder. 1/8 thick stock and the spring with a slight recess has a very strong action (beware if you have sensible fingers) that offers a crisp and super strong lock - 9 degrees face lock angle was used.
The other scale is made using high quality Toray carbon fiber for it's ultra light and ultra strong properties and of course for an eye catcher look.
The detent ball is high quality ceramic for an ever lasting smooth action without deformations. The face of the spring lock is left rough in order to better 'grab' on the blade and assure the safety of the user (it feels a very slight stick so know if you do not like such things but i consider it an excellent small compromise for the advantage it offers).
Very nice 'click' sounds - might not be of interest but i am a 'click snob' into folders
All screws are precision machined black oxide steel, the stop and pivot pins are hardened, precision ground 400c stainless steel so no wear in there even after prolonged years of use.
The blade slides on bronze ultra thin washers - for it's self lubricating capabilities.
The blade is made using San Mai steel with a 52100 core that looks fantastic and cuts like crazy. The blade comes razor sharp.
The blade is nicely centered and the knife can be flipped (to some extent) even though it is not meant for that but to be a tight and tough user.
US/UL one of a kind/Custom+ features on top of Standard:
- This is the lightest integral knife possible in it's class/dimensions (less the skeletonized frames/blades)
- Sunken screws for an ultra slim profile of only 3.6"
- Ultra slim bronze washers again to help maintain the profile thickness to bare minimum.
- double phosphorous bronze washer system on the carbon fiber part to eliminate the possible issues caused by carbon's abrasion
- 'Thunderstorm' Ti finish
- Toray carbon fiber scale
- custom pocket clip with 'aurora' finish
- San Mai steel blade
- Custom made stainless steel thumb stud with genuine (with certificate) black diamond inlay.
OAL - 7.87", Blade - 3.55"
The price for this one is - 350 usd
All the best, God bless,
Bogdan
With God's good will today i present you a novelty in our portfolio - a full size, titanium frame lock folder - 'Skiagusta' Ultra Slim+Ultra Light clip point (one of a kind/Custom +)
First things first - this knife i made for myself quite some time ago but it was never used/worn (sat in a drawer and got all attention when we had something new to add to it
) and during the time it received all possible upgrades we work with - the main technical upgrades are:- it got prime ceramic detent ball instead of the initial SS one.
- it got an especially developed (ok it is too much said but i could not find a better word) double phosphorous bronze washer system on the carbon fiber part to eliminate the possible issues caused by carbon's abrasion.
This will serve as a 'handsome' workhorse with classic lines and minimalist appearance; with only necessary 'complications' this design aims to eliminate as much as possible the possibility of failure.
Built around a titanium 'core' this folder is a pure beast in it's own rights - pure performance and functionality.
An aluminium/vanadium alloy, Grade 5 TA6V titanium offers an excellent compromise between mechanical strength, toughness and ductility hence it was the choice for the frame of the folder. 1/8 thick stock and the spring with a slight recess has a very strong action (beware if you have sensible fingers
) that offers a crisp and super strong lock - 9 degrees face lock angle was used.The other scale is made using high quality Toray carbon fiber for it's ultra light and ultra strong properties and of course for an eye catcher look.
The detent ball is high quality ceramic for an ever lasting smooth action without deformations. The face of the spring lock is left rough in order to better 'grab' on the blade and assure the safety of the user (it feels a very slight stick so know if you do not like such things but i consider it an excellent small compromise for the advantage it offers).
Very nice 'click' sounds - might not be of interest but i am a 'click snob' into folders
All screws are precision machined black oxide steel, the stop and pivot pins are hardened, precision ground 400c stainless steel so no wear in there even after prolonged years of use.
The blade slides on bronze ultra thin washers - for it's self lubricating capabilities.
The blade is made using San Mai steel with a 52100 core that looks fantastic and cuts like crazy. The blade comes razor sharp.
The blade is nicely centered and the knife can be flipped (to some extent) even though it is not meant for that but to be a tight and tough user.
US/UL one of a kind/Custom+ features on top of Standard:
- This is the lightest integral knife possible in it's class/dimensions (less the skeletonized frames/blades)
- Sunken screws for an ultra slim profile of only 3.6"
- Ultra slim bronze washers again to help maintain the profile thickness to bare minimum.
- double phosphorous bronze washer system on the carbon fiber part to eliminate the possible issues caused by carbon's abrasion
- 'Thunderstorm' Ti finish
- Toray carbon fiber scale
- custom pocket clip with 'aurora' finish
- San Mai steel blade
- Custom made stainless steel thumb stud with genuine (with certificate) black diamond inlay.
OAL - 7.87", Blade - 3.55"
The price for this one is - 350 usd
All the best, God bless,
Bogdan
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