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Doug3737
7
Sep 17, 2018
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So why a 5-Star rating?
Well, the day after receiving a blue one (perfectly wonderful, in every way - design, materials, execution, and typical terrific Massdrop service), I decided to order a black one as well.
Not neccessarily my smartest purchasing decision ever, but very much a wise one - this is truly a superb knife!
Enjoy!
Gunnersmate2
1646
Sep 23, 2018
Doug3737I'm considering ordering another one as well. One to use daily and one for the collection. Am I crazy? I feel slightly crazy for doing this but I just love this knife!
Gunnersmate2
1646
Sep 23, 2018
Doug3737How is the blue finish? I'm thinking of getting the bronze one because I don't have a knife in bronze but the blue is calling me.
Doug3737
7
Sep 23, 2018
Gunnersmate2IMO, crazy NOT to order another one if you like it that much 😎!
I’ve been collecting knives for decades, and this has quickly become one of my absolute favourites - for both using and just enjoying playing with!
Have fun with # 2 - my second one should arrive next week!
Doug3737
7
Sep 23, 2018
Gunnersmate2Not blue like an amazing and flawless RIKE anodized blue, but blue like an old and friendly and pocket-worn blue. Not a ”perfect” finish, but somehow better than a flawlessly even one. I just love it ...
I have carried this knife wearing a very expensive navy blue suit, and with very well-worn jeans.
It works with both!
Gunnersmate2
1646
Sep 23, 2018
Doug3737Thanks for the input. I think I'm going to do a coin flip to decide between the blue and bronze. Or maybe the black? Ahhhhhh I can't decide
Bknguyen
693
Oct 4, 2018
Gunnersmate2Dunno if you've bought your second already Gunner, but the bronze comes with a hand rubbed satin finish blade like your grey. Typically, Reate upcharges for hand-satin at around $15. Worth considering!
Gunnersmate2
1646
Oct 4, 2018
BknguyenI have not purchased another but keep considering it. Thanks for the info. If I do get another I think it will be the bronze
Bknguyen
693
Oct 4, 2018
Gunnersmate2Man.....now I want a bronze too.....
Gunnersmate2
1646
Oct 4, 2018
BknguyenRight! I've got to stop reading the reviews. Just kidding but seriously all the rave reviews makes me want one of each.
johnkratos
0
Oct 8, 2018
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Hatuletoh
850
Oct 11, 2018
Gunnersmate2What in the world were you prattling on about, "am I crazy buying two of the same knife?" You wouldn't have been crazy to buy two that were EXACTLY the same, let lone a different model type, if you love it that much. Of course, I'm a little biased; there are many knives I love that much. Like, um, these, for instance:
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...and there are others, to be sure. These were just out and about for regular cleaning/maintenance.
But I what I really wanted to discuss: which Prism model ought I to get if I currently own none right now? Stick with the classic black? I usually prefer shiny blades, the shinier the better, but I like the subdued blue frame on the stonewashed blade model; I don't really like the bronze body (you can't see the Barucha logo well enough), and the grey body looks a bit plain compared to the others. My usual dilemma, any thoughts are appreciated.
Bknguyen
693
Oct 11, 2018
HatuletohPersonally, if there was a blue handle with satin blade, that'd be the easy choice. Though if you want to see the logo, the blue isn't great with that either. The stonewashing really darkens the anondizing. As it is, I really can't say. As I mentioned earlier, Reate charges an extra $15 for hand satin finished blades on their Baby Machine and Starboy models so that's worth considering. But if you want the logo to pop, then grey or black is your best bet.
Gunnersmate2
1646
Oct 11, 2018
BknguyenI wish the blue handled knife had a satin blade. I went with the grey and once I get consistent results home anodizing titanium I will anodize it blue myself.
zipsurf
22
May 10, 2019
Gunnersmate2I'm thinking about pulling the trigger on this one since the Para 3 exceeded my expectations and surpassed the ergonomics of the xm-18 3inch. How ergonomic IS THE TASHI PRISM? Like you I struggle getting the blue as I normally love a good stonewash finish and blue handle but something about that satin looks incredibly rich and really works with this knife. Have yet to see in person but which to choose?....The satin or the stonewash?