Larger Kiwi
Larger Kiwi
As a result of requests from afi's, we have a design for a larger Kiwi. Just under 3" in blade length. Mid-Lock-back like the original. Will be higher line like the original and made in Seki by the Kiwi maker. Have somed Q's.
1. Blade spine as a smooth warnie (a-la-Deacon) or notched like the original?
2. Bolsters or full scales?
3. Hollow or flat grind?
sal
1. Blade spine as a smooth warnie (a-la-Deacon) or notched like the original?
2. Bolsters or full scales?
3. Hollow or flat grind?
sal
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That is great! I love the Kiwi!
1. Notched for sure! A lot of what I love about the Kiwi is the blade shape. It is unique and makes it stand out amidst other knives.
2. I love the CF Kiwi, so inlay like that would be my preference.
3. Honestly not picky on the grind.
Very Cool News Sal!!!
1. Notched for sure! A lot of what I love about the Kiwi is the blade shape. It is unique and makes it stand out amidst other knives.
2. I love the CF Kiwi, so inlay like that would be my preference.
3. Honestly not picky on the grind.
Very Cool News Sal!!!
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Guess I'm going against the grain, but,
Notched, bolstered and a hollow grind, please.
Will the ergo's remain as good as on the old one when just upscaling this design?
I'm sure you have been giving this a lot of thought.
Notched, bolstered and a hollow grind, please.
Will the ergo's remain as good as on the old one when just upscaling this design?
I'm sure you have been giving this a lot of thought.
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Sal, my first choice would be a blade with a smoothly arced spine and full flat grind mated with a bolster and scales handle.
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I don't have an original Kiwi to compare here, so to be safe just give Deacon everything he wants!
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Dang it! made me come out from behind my peep hole.
I have always liked the kiwi, and I have long thought that Paul's interpretation of it to be most elegant. I think that is especially true when considering a larger implementation, as this is.
so....
Full Flat, curved spine, no hump
bolsters - or at least a front bolster
Chuck
I have always liked the kiwi, and I have long thought that Paul's interpretation of it to be most elegant. I think that is especially true when considering a larger implementation, as this is.
so....
Full Flat, curved spine, no hump
bolsters - or at least a front bolster
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1. Keep the notch. It's not a Kiwi without the notch.sal wrote:Thanks for asking!
1. Blade spine as a smooth warnie (a-la-Deacon) or notched like the original?
2. Bolsters or full scales?
3. Hollow or flat grind?
sal
2. Bolsters. Always.
3. Hollow.
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Sounds good Sal. I might be in the minority, but I would still like to see a clip on a Kiwi. Was hoping one might turn up for the slipit version. We can always dream. :)sal wrote:As a result of requests from afi's, we have a design for a larger Kiwi. Just under 3" in blade length. Mid-Lock-back like the original. Will be higher line like the original and made in Seki by the Kiwi maker. Have somed Q's.
1. Blade spine as a smooth warnie (a-la-Deacon) or notched like the original? I like the distinctive look of the original myself
2. Bolsters or full scales? Bolsters
3. Hollow or flat grind? Flat or very high hollow
sal
So many knives, so few pockets... :)
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It's already a Wharny, just a unique one with a hump.DeathBySnooSnoo wrote:Why so much Wharnie love? There are already Spyderco wharnies...why change the design of the Kiwi blade, which is pretty unique and interesting....
So many knives, so few pockets... :)
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