Tumbled Finish - Hogue EX Knives Thoughts and Photos?

[1robinhood]

So I picked up a Hogue EX03 Knife for just under $100 and am surprised by the unique styling of the blade and the finish - does anyone know anything more about stone tumbled finishes with a mirror finish like this? Why do more production knife makers not offer this neat finish styling?

Secondarily - that plunge/button lock is incredibly smooth to use and operate - sure seems sturdy for what I need - I do not see many button/plunge locks out there - any reason why?

knife specs in case anyone is interested: Hogue EX 03 Knife Specs
Blade Thickness: 0.15"
Overall Length: 8.125"
Blade Material: 154CM Stainless Steel
Closed Length: 4.75"
Blade Hardness: RC 57-59
Weight Polymer: 4.128oz (3.5")
Blade Treatment: Cryogenically Treated
Blade finish: Stone-Tumbled
Blade Style: Drop-Point and Tanto with Ambi Thumb-Studs
Pocket Clip: Stainless Steel Spoon, Reversible
Locking Mechanism: Push-Button with Manual Safety

 

[SaintlyBrees]

So I picked up a Hogue EX03 Knife for just under $100 and am surprised by the unique styling of the blade and the finish - does anyone know anything more about stone tumbled finishes with a mirror finish like this? Why do more production knife makers not offer this neat finish styling?...

The Doug Ritter stonewashed finish is very similar. There are some others as well. I like it.

 

[TriviaMonster]

Stone washing is merely the second step for a lot of manufacturers. Some bead blast then stone wash, while others polish then stone wash.

 

[1robinhood]

Interesting - I have seen stonewashed finishes (kershaw mainly) before but the Hogue EX03 seems to be tumbled differently - not sure what rocks Allen Elishewitz is using but I like them - it has a mirror polish that just gleams - looks like little chunks of diamonds are in the hefty blade.

 

[unbrokenchain33]

picked up a EX01 in OD aluminum, 3.5' drop point. Most beautiful blade I've ever seen! Highly recommended.