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I used to have a Brian Tighe mini Tighe Rod. Very unique with the NIRK lock, sort of a reimagined backlock. A little too small for my hands. I hope to have the funds to buy the medium size at some point. Mine had a fluted blade. Searching my botophucket for pics.

Edit: Couldn't find one. Nabbed one from the web. I believe it was RWL-34 steel.
 
stuff_things said:
Always have wanted a RAM. I have seen two in my time on the forums and they get scooped up quicker than I can react...the latest one being by you ;) The Induction looks like a winner and I love the disappearing flipper tab. Thanks for sharing the vid, I'll be keeping an eye out for this one. Any experience with the Kershaw E.T.? What else you got up your sleeve? I know you like different knives too.
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stuff_things said:
Always have wanted a RAM. I have seen two in my time on the forums and they get scooped up quicker than I can react...the latest one being by you ;) The Induction looks like a winner and I love the disappearing flipper tab. Thanks for sharing the vid, I'll be keeping an eye out for this one. Any experience with the Kershaw E.T.? What else you got up your sleeve? I know you like different knives too.
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The Kershaw E.T. looks a little overly complex to me to actually be practical & functional. Collectible, maybe but could be a nasty thumb slicer with one of the Kershaw-recommended opening methods. I almost hate to say this now after your response to my first post..but...I actually won another R.A.M. tonight on the Cheese-bay auction site (cleverly coded the name to respect rules and avoid an infraction). I couldn't believe it. Brand new, old stock. Unused. Paid twice what I did when I got my first one on the BF exchange but that's how much I like it and wanted another. SO I'm probably good for now with two of them. I can now hold out for the eventual arrival of the INDUCTION.

As you say, I do like other knives. Haven't found much in the way of truly unique function other than the ones we discussed here already. My favs have to be the ones made with incredible precision and beauty...functional art I could use if I want or have to...like some Thorburns & Shiros & Beggs & so many great mid techs that exist. It think we're entering a renaissance in pocket knife making, in sync with new materials, new countries of manufacture, new technologies and computer aided design & insane levels of robotic precision. At this point, can you imagine the kinds of knives we'll be seeing from designers & makers in 10-15 years? Look at how much innovation we've seen in the past 10. I imagine we'll see pocket knife advancement we've not even conceived of yet. Well, I sure hope so. Still waiting for ZT to put out a legal length laser blade, instead of some old fashioned steel bladed boat anchor/collectible. Flips open like a laser (faster than a rocket), never ever have to sharpen it, always laser sharp and will slice a human hair, the long way, clean in half, then in half again, then in half again! Push a button to close the laser blade. Pop it back in your pocket and roll on down the road to get a big old vanilla soft serve cone. You deserve it. - I did once come up with my own take on a bearing pivot knife. Not a MRBS (multi row bearing system) or even a SRBS (single row bearing system) but a SBS (single bearing system) take a look at my prototype and tell me if you think it'll take the market by storm...(be gentle, it's still in the concept / early design phase) o_O.

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T.L.E. Sharp said:
Yeah, I saw the price on the ATAC and quit paying attention. I won't spend that much on a knife without having handled one first.
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If there is one company though that you can assume got it right it''s Pro-Tech though.

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As to the question though I'm simple the Lionsteel Euro Barlow that I pre-ordered would be perfect if it had a small pocket clip nothing big but either Ti or CF. I'd really like to see more modern traditionals, super steels, modern handle materials, screwed together construction but on traditional patterns. If I see another stag, bone, ivory etc. traditional I'm going to puke.
 
This one has always done it for me. It's so mechanical looking and the lock is a thing of genius.

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It's also somehow practical and usable for light EDC. Despite the lack of texture, the ergonomics lock it into your hand and the cant of the blade downwards makes it quite useful.

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Oh how could I forget. The Asheville Steel Paragon Warlock Knife. This thing is truly unique. Or how about knives like the discontinued Lone Wolf Defender. I have always wanted a Spyderco Bi-Folder but it is unfortunately considered an Auto.

I love unique knife mechanisms.
 
Lapedog said:
Oh how could I forget. The Asheville Steel Paragon Warlock Knife. This thing is truly unique. Or how about knives like the discontinued Lone Wolf Defender. I have always wanted a Spyderco Bi-Folder but it is unfortunately considered an Auto.

I love unique knife mechanisms.
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Me too. I got to play with a Paragon at the last knife show I was at. Thing is crazy. I do not have the Lone Wolf Defender, but I do have the Lone Wolf Prankster with the same Paul (axial) Lock. Picked it up at the same knife show.
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K.O.D. K.O.D. I actually really like Brian's designs; so eclectic. I kind of get the impression that he lived the 60's to his full potential and that his knives are based off his experience at a Dead show haha. Plus, he apparently has the best button lock in the biz which I've just now started getting in to. I like being able to open and close my knife with the push of a button...in a manual function.

BilboBaggins BilboBaggins First time seeing the Fulcram 2. So it's essentially a bolster lock, right? Is it assisted?
 
Lapedog said:
Oh how could I forget. The Asheville Steel Paragon Warlock Knife. This thing is truly unique. Or how about knives like the discontinued Lone Wolf Defender. I have always wanted a Spyderco Bi-Folder but it is unfortunately considered an Auto.

I love unique knife mechanisms.
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Me too man. The leverletto (sp?) is a cool design in my opinion. Have never owned one but I get bit of nostalgia seeing a vintage switchblade design. I'm curious who still makes them decently.
 
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I know feelings and thoughts toward Microtech are vast, but this lever lock is so attractive. Modern and Vintage styling. That's a whole different topic...or is it?:rolleyes:
 
When I've perfected my quad-triad lock folding halberd, and it's ready for production, you might be interested.
 
K.O.D. said:
When I've perfected my quad-triad lock folding halberd, and it's ready for production, you might be interested.
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Can you take all of my money now and promise to send me a knife in 3-9 years? Don't know you but I have a feeling you're a good guy.
 
Mikov makes leverlettos for decent prices.

I used to have a very unique little knife called the Kershaw Ripcord. Wish I didn't lose that one.

What's going on Kershaw you used to make so many sick knives! I feel like these days Kershaw is practically an afterthought and everything goes into ZT.
 
stuff_things said:
Can you take all of my money now and promise to send me a knife in 3-9 years? Don't know you but I have a feeling you're a good guy.
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Oh I am absolutely trustworthy. Your money will keep me from having my business foreclosed on.
 
GermanyChris said:
If there is one company though that you can assume got it right it''s Pro-Tech though.

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As to the question though I'm simple the Lionsteel Euro Barlow that I pre-ordered would be perfect if it had a small pocket clip nothing big but either Ti or CF. I'd really like to see more modern traditionals, super steels, modern handle materials, screwed together construction but on traditional patterns. If I see another stag, bone, ivory etc. traditional I'm going to puke.
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I have a CF version of the Eruo Barlow on reserve actually! I'm excited for it. I would have to agree with the white washing of the traditional realm. Let some people bring in new ideas for Pete's sake. It's like a sacred brotherhood that can't be tapped into unless it follows strict guidelines. Change is good.

ETA: I still love a traditional slipjoint. Especially in micarta :thumbsup:
 
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I'm not the kind of person who looks for new technology to stay interested, and in fact don't really care about knife innovation at all because they already cut stuff and conveniently fold away for pocket carry.
If one focuses on the knife itself and not the technology or principals by which it functions they shouldn't run out of things to discover.
There are already brands, patterns , and handle materials to discover, especially with traditionals so I'd say that right now the knife world is still pretty endless.
 
stuff_things said:
K.O.D. K.O.D.

BilboBaggins BilboBaggins First time seeing the Fulcram 2. So it's essentially a bolster lock, right? Is it assisted?
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It is actually a liner lock and is not assisted, but the bolster slides open. It's hard to explain, but you should check out a video on it. It's fairly cool. Blade kinda sucks as it is too thick behind the edge, but opening it is fun as hell.
 
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