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Massdrop x Tashi Bharucha Prism Folding Knife
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Massdrop x Tashi Bharucha Prism Folding Knife
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Based on knifemaker Tashi Bharucha’s overwhelmingly popular custom knife, the Church (which can only be found for upwards of six times the cost), the Massdrop x Tashi Bharucha Prism is a production version that’s just as striking and even more structurally sound. Thanks to a seamlessly connected two-piece titanium construction, the Prism is absent of backspacers or standoffs Read More
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1571
Jul 10, 2018
Hi everyone,
The Massdrop x Tashi Bharucha Prism Folding Knives are currently in transit to our warehouse in New Jersey. Once they arrive they will go through the receiving and quality control check process. We wanted to give everyone a heads up that the timeline will be tight, and we’ll be cutting it close for all units to ship by July 13.
We’re still aiming to start shipping the knives on July 13, and we’re working with the warehouse to prioritize this. However, we expect the shipment to span into next week. We apologize for this slight delay!
JonasHeineman
5987
Aug 6, 2018
Hey @zbuddah - Sorry to hear this, we do always order a few extra of every item so that we can have warranty units available, but any number of things can happen between placing an order and receiving the goods. Sometimes the boxes are damaged in transit and our warehouse team pulls them out of stock even though the knives inside are perfectly fine - I will follow up and ask if we have any additional units of the first edition with certificate that we could send to you. Please continue to be in touch with our support team directly as you have been.
JonasHeineman
5987
Aug 6, 2018
I apologize for the error and I will see what I can do for you. I've let our team know they should monitor the number of support requests that we get so we know if just a few got swapped or if it's a larger issue - based on the comments so far, I would say it's probably isolated. I will also pass this information back to the vendor, thanks for letting us know. This would be a very challenging issue to resolve; we don't actually know which member got #0067, and even if we did we could not know if they have the COA for your #0065, nor could we compel them to return it. I can ask about having the vendor make a new COA, but getting this replaced would be a fairly time-consuming endeavor that our support team would have a hard time working on - they are simply not setup to chase down issues like this.Your best course of action is always to file a help ticket via the Transactions tab of your member profile so that our team is aware and can offer you a partial credit if you would prefer that.
Golfen
22
Mar 18, 2018
Hmm, another massdrop email... Hmm. Those knives look kinda cool, how much are th... HOLY CANNOLI BATMAN, 235?!?!
Call me dense or uncultured, but anything above 100 is a bit much for a simple flip knife; even if it is an intriguing design like this one.
Call me dense or uncultured, but anything above 100 is a bit much for a simple flip knife; even if it is an intriguing design like this one.
DougFLA123
1404
Mar 25, 2018
What do you think of the Bestech Goblin? It’s got that really small, really unique looking, made with really great materials thing going for it. Do you think it’s a little overpriced at its $158 retail price? Do you have the carbon fiber version? How do you like it? I think I can get one for $20 to $30 below the retail price. Is it worth it?
Kavik
5531
Mar 25, 2018
DougFLA123I love my goblin. Enough that I bought the CF version from another member here after buying the plain titanium originally. The cf is great. Thick and solid, machining on it is perfect. Adds a very slight grippy texture to the knife. There's more thorough review in the comments of that drop.
That said, yeah, it's a bit expensive for what it is at retail. Around $125 though, i'm still happy with it
That said, yeah, it's a bit expensive for what it is at retail. Around $125 though, i'm still happy with it
TashiBharucha
156
Tashi_Bharucha_Design
Feb 22, 2018
Hey guys and gals,
Can't tell you how excited I am to introduce this puppy to the world!
I love it and I'm pretty sure you guys will too ;-)
Mithras3
11
Jul 29, 2019
What i do expect dont advertise with the picture of the model you dont ever intend to offer .....ever.....again.....idiot
Bknguyen
693
Jul 29, 2019
Woah woah woah, slow your roll buddy. Why so defensive. I'm saying Tashi is the designer. He doesn't deal with stocking, manufacturing, whatever. So all I'm saying is you're asking the wrong person. Ask Reate or ask Drop.
Secondly, I was in on the very first pre-drop and they did have the all black as well as for a while afterwards so not sure where "they never intended on offering that model" is coming from. Don't talk to me about vitriol when I'm legitimately trying to help you and you're calling me an idiot.
anteck7
71
Mar 21, 2020
In what way? In function or in pocket jewelry terms?
im not saying that this knife isn’t better than the blur in some ways, but it’s also worse in some ways.
Omniseed
1972
Mar 22, 2020
anteck7In terms of build quality. Calling it pocket jewelry isn't entirely wrong, in that the differences are largely not related to the task of cutting materials, but it's also foolish to blow off the whole concept of build quality just because a sprint or exclusive Link could perform a similar amount of work.
I wouldn't call this pocket jewelry, either, it's an interesting looking and cool design but it is obviously made to be used and the materials are not delicate or dress-grade.
JonasHeineman
5987
Feb 22, 2018
Hey everyone,
I first spoke with Tashi Bharucha about a collaboration at the USN Gathering (G9) in September of 2017. I was excited when he said he was interested - he’s a popular and talented designer who has become well-known for his exquisitely-crafted handmade custom knives.
My excitement only grew when we began talking about what kind of knife would be a good fit. Tashi said that he could not keep up with the demand from collectors for his custom Church model, and offered to let Massdrop produce a version of this popular design. The model’s name and skeletonized handles were inspired by the beautiful and intricate panes of stained glass windows adorning the many cathedrals in and around Paris, where Tashi makes his home. Taking a cue from this idea of light passing through a frame, and noting the angular gaps in the handle, we decided on “Prism” for our EDC-friendly production version.
Tashi also loves to cook, and the shape of this blade is derived from a chef’s knife. Because the blade’s edge sits a bit below the handle, it can be used for food prep when cutting on a board. Whereas Tashi’s $1500 custom knives might not see much daily use for most owners, at under $250 we hope these will see their fair share of picnics and other outdoor adventures!
When I asked Tashi, “It’s already a great knife - what could we do to make it better for our community?” he said that, while knife collectors liked the full-size custom Church, it was a bit large to be pocket-friendly for most people. Then, he said that he’d been working on a new style of joining the two handles together, by shaping the two sides to meet flush on the spine instead of being attached with standoffs and/or backspacers.
With these two improvements for the production version in mind, we focused on what was important to keep the same. Tashi was adamant that we keep the same steel - Damasteel’s ® RWL34 - because of the great finish that it offers, especially when it gets the hand-rubbed satin blade treatment that you see paired with these anodized and tumbled blue and bronze handles. Based on these parameters, we sent Tashi’s drawings to have them prototyped so we could review them ourselves and make necessary adjustments.
Based on feedback from community members who handled the prototypes pictured on the page, we’ve made a slight adjustment to the choil for the final production. The change was made to make sure that none of the blade’s edge was exposed near the open portion of the frame when the knife is closed. We tested this, and the only way that we could make contact was by purposefully jamming a very small finger through the gap in the spine, but we thought it was better to err on the side of caution. Tashi agreed, and was gracious enough to make the change - it’s pretty cool working with world-class designers who are still open to taking feedback from the community, and we’re grateful to both him and the folks who gave their input. As you can see from the photo before showing Old/New profiles, it’s a pretty small change.
Last, a few administrative notes on this drop:
We’ll be closing at 10pm on Wednesday, February 28th and immediately reopening it to run through most of March. If you join in the first week, your card will be charged on February 28th, everyone who joins after will be charged when the drop ends. We hope this will help us to get a jump on production and make sure we hit our Estimated Ship Date.
The introductory price of $234.99 will only be available on this first pre-production launch. Future drops will be priced at $249.99. Thanks to those who are joining the first drop and making this possible!
Carry On - Jonas
I first spoke with Tashi Bharucha about a collaboration at the USN Gathering (G9) in September of 2017. I was excited when he said he was interested - he’s a popular and talented designer who has become well-known for his exquisitely-crafted handmade custom knives.
My excitement only grew when we began talking about what kind of knife would be a good fit. Tashi said that he could not keep up with the demand from collectors for his custom Church model, and offered to let Massdrop produce a version of this popular design. The model’s name and skeletonized handles were inspired by the beautiful and intricate panes of stained glass windows adorning the many cathedrals in and around Paris, where Tashi makes his home. Taking a cue from this idea of light passing through a frame, and noting the angular gaps in the handle, we decided on “Prism” for our EDC-friendly production version.
Tashi also loves to cook, and the shape of this blade is derived from a chef’s knife. Because the blade’s edge sits a bit below the handle, it can be used for food prep when cutting on a board. Whereas Tashi’s $1500 custom knives might not see much daily use for most owners, at under $250 we hope these will see their fair share of picnics and other outdoor adventures!
When I asked Tashi, “It’s already a great knife - what could we do to make it better for our community?” he said that, while knife collectors liked the full-size custom Church, it was a bit large to be pocket-friendly for most people. Then, he said that he’d been working on a new style of joining the two handles together, by shaping the two sides to meet flush on the spine instead of being attached with standoffs and/or backspacers.
With these two improvements for the production version in mind, we focused on what was important to keep the same. Tashi was adamant that we keep the same steel - Damasteel’s ® RWL34 - because of the great finish that it offers, especially when it gets the hand-rubbed satin blade treatment that you see paired with these anodized and tumbled blue and bronze handles. Based on these parameters, we sent Tashi’s drawings to have them prototyped so we could review them ourselves and make necessary adjustments.
Based on feedback from community members who handled the prototypes pictured on the page, we’ve made a slight adjustment to the choil for the final production. The change was made to make sure that none of the blade’s edge was exposed near the open portion of the frame when the knife is closed. We tested this, and the only way that we could make contact was by purposefully jamming a very small finger through the gap in the spine, but we thought it was better to err on the side of caution. Tashi agreed, and was gracious enough to make the change - it’s pretty cool working with world-class designers who are still open to taking feedback from the community, and we’re grateful to both him and the folks who gave their input. As you can see from the photo before showing Old/New profiles, it’s a pretty small change.
Last, a few administrative notes on this drop:
We’ll be closing at 10pm on Wednesday, February 28th and immediately reopening it to run through most of March. If you join in the first week, your card will be charged on February 28th, everyone who joins after will be charged when the drop ends. We hope this will help us to get a jump on production and make sure we hit our Estimated Ship Date.
The introductory price of $234.99 will only be available on this first pre-production launch. Future drops will be priced at $249.99. Thanks to those who are joining the first drop and making this possible!
Carry On - Jonas
T.willy
463
Nov 1, 2018
JonasHeinemanHey Jonas it's great to see you guys finally used one of your own Massdrop Made knives to billboard the Blades section. If you look back a few months ago you'll see I had asked about this very idea a few times. It just seemed like the obvious thing to do whenever you updated the that page. I guess I was right. lol 😆Hopefully in time there'll be a whole line of knives in the photo just like the old one but done with all Massdrop Made Models. 👍😎
Mithras3
11
Jul 25, 2019
JonasHeinemanAgain, i believe it is dishonest and intentionally deceiving to never offer the knife that is advertised or ever intending to offer.
nextcity
Feb 23, 2018
Quote: "Regarding the manufacturer, the knives will be made in China by an established and respected company. Because our selling price is well below normal for their high-quality work, the manufacturer has asked us not be disclosed." I SAY BS. FOR THIS REASON, I STRONGLY SUGGEST YOU DO NOT PURCHASE. AGAIN, I SAY BS.
rivy
143
Feb 25, 2018
I love my Starboy. My favorite Reate knife to date and one of my favorite Tashi designs. Great little EDC blade too.
KestrelX
135
Sep 6, 2018
Is RWL34 similar to 154CM? If so it seems the majority of the price of this knife is for the design.
Gunnersmate2
1646
Sep 12, 2018
You should be writing graphic novels or something. Your posts are awesome.
massdrop01
783
Feb 23, 2018
Waiting for epicsnugglebunny to post his ‘review‘ before anyone else got their knives ;)
EpicSnuggleBunny
9
Feb 23, 2018
massdrop01The prototype that I have here is on loan, I am shipping it back to Massdrop.... reluctantly
MosscorpLLC
11
Feb 23, 2018
EpicSnuggleBunnyI was actually watching your video when i saw that comment earlier. Not sure what he means above but im probably in on a bronze because of your vid. Excellent as always sir!
TendiesForDinner
13
Feb 23, 2018
I wish the blades didn't say Massdrop on them, makes it seem cheezy. Gorgeous looking knife though.
Sloblo
409
Mar 18, 2018
Yeah, feels like putting "DEALSEXTREME" on all their stuff... shit they'd probably sell more if they just had the Apple logo on it ~ (or the Spyder ~Apple of Knives)
massdrop01
783
Feb 23, 2018
TF_SpiderDitto. You can also tell by the lack of comment by the admin. The screws are obviously Reate
T.willy
463
Feb 24, 2018
Yep and Toshi himself stated that we could figure it out by the construction so I think its a lock that it's Reate. 👌😎
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