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Rike Knife M3 154CM Folding Knife

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Rike Knife M3 154CM Folding Knife

Name: Rike Knife M3 154CM Folding Knife
Brand: Rike Knife
SKU: rike-knife-m3-154cm-frame-lock-knife
Price: 130 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.842105 (19 reviews)

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Looking at either side of the Rike Knife M3 folder is a totally different experience. On the show side is a G-10 scale in your choice of color Read More

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reswright

3850

Oct 20, 2019

Verified Buyer

Master machinist grade tuned flip + wave functionality + mirror finish blade = Rike M3

This is the Rike M3 in 154CM, 6-4 Ti and G-10, and let's just get something out of the way right now: it's absolutely gobsmacking.

Look at that blade. It isn't a satin mirror or a funhouse mirror finish. That's a mirror finish, full stop.

Technically the texture is is what I would call a Gibeon mirror: you're looking at a fractal distortional pattern generated by the crystalline structure of the steel. Ever see a polished nickel-iron meteorite slice? Yeah, like that. But you could prolly shave with it, using it as the mirror at the same time. Here's a nicer look at it.

So it's got a wave opener, first pioneered by Ernest Emerson. I think the patent ran out a bit ago, but in the manner of these things Emerson still has a trademark and can keep it in perpetuity so long as they defend it in court against products that are too similar to the trademark. They'll have a problem beating Rike on this one, though -- they've clearly done something different incorporating a hex wrench motif. Besides, Ernest's doing ok. Dude's got time to hand grind steak knives for his high rollers, so I wouldn't be surprised if they tip their cap and let this one go. The Rike wave opener:

Does it work? I'm a big fan of Ernest Emerson, so it's with mixed emotion that I tell you this: it works better than the Wave. I figure it'll prolly open a beer bottle in an emergency, too. So: Wave opener, like an Emerson. 154CM like an Emerson. Mixed metal and G-10 frame, also like an Emerson. Numbered - like an Emerson. There's some Emerson love goin' on here. But you know how Emersons kinda all look the same?

Yeah, this knife doesn't really suffer from that malady. You aren't going to mistake it for an Emerson at any distance. You have multifinish weathering, undeniably cool looking hardware, and even script. Also, and this is no ding on Emerson -- but I haven't handled an Emerson with a flip like this. It's like a vault door, even though the knife itself is very light and it's got an incredible balance in the hand. Seriously, when you start messing around with the pinch grip on this thing you just have to stop and marvel. Drop's had some issues sourcing Rikes in the past, as per reviews and community discussion, but I figured I'd give this a try and see if they'd gotten their center back on the ball. And they have. What a stunner of a knife. If this drop comes back around and you've considered getting, say, an Emmie CQC-7 or similar size of wave opening knife? Two thumbs up from this guy. Glad I took the chance. This is my first full size Rike. It won't be my last. It's master work. Five stars and a bullet.

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Omniseed

1972

Mar 7, 2020

I think you're completely right that Rike does relatively small individual runs, and that they seem to have a little variation from it in anodization. You should keep your eye out for a ZD-006, it's the S35VN utilitarian version of the Thor3, and while the aesthetic is wild the ergos are actually quite excellent and the milling is fantastic. The action is also incredible, it's got a perfect feel and a unique sound to it. Very enjoyable knife to fiddle with and the main downsides are a pocket clip that needs to be broken in and the blade stock is thick. It cuts beautifully and the profile is good in use though.

RobcioM

May 17, 2020

reswrightThanks for the in depth review – it is much appreciated - purchased one today 

granitestateofmind

Dec 22, 2019

Verified Buyer

This is a well executed beast masquerading as a plot thread sci-fi prop.

I think it looks cool, with the contrasting hardware and angular cutouts. Definitely more "Dune" than mall ninja. The review by @reswright is killer - and spot on. The one thing I would mention to @ponagathos is this: I have found it to be VERY sensitive to any pressure on the lock bar - but if I can keep my fingers off of it, this thing flips so easy I can do it with my middle finger in the "wrench" opener. If I forget, I have the same experience as you. Also, hella difficult for lefties... I love that the ball on the clip actually orbits freely in its socket...though I hope mine lasts, as I snagged it right outta the box and had to bend it back. It's very thoughtfully designed, I like that it rides low but still above the seam and - I hope replacements are available. I have a propensity to break pocket clips. Sharp as hell, you bet. It's got enough finger clearance to help out with food prep, in a pinch - or if the in-law's knife drawer has a couple Cutco's that are 30 years old and have never been sharpened - tho the mirror finish is gonna get schmutzed up using this as an EDC. I stopped trying to get the mirror polish back daily after a few days of use...it doesn't affect the function, and it's a pain. Thinking of getting a different color, this current drop price is so good. I have the bronze with the tan (coyote, really) scale. The blue hardware just POPS. This is a standout, well made, big and useful folder with a reasonably slim profile, given the size. The flipper tab doesn't snag when I pocket it, as it's placement is integrated "under" the spine; it's out of sight if viewed from the heel and the pocket clip pointed directly away. It's easy to pocket, is what that is supposed to convey. If the style grabs your eye, IMO the execution and quality are both top notch and I doubt anyone would be disappointed.

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ponagathos

512

Oct 21, 2019

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Very nice overall

Waves and thumbs open very nicely. The flipper seems to have a bit of trouble overcoming the detent. Opening with your thumb happens on the wave cutout which feels a little bit out of place. Overall though, I like it a lot. The only real downside is how poor and cheap the G10 looks opposite the titanium handle scale.

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BluestFalcon

Jan 1, 2020

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Weird yet pleasant

I wasn’t sure about this knife. I usually go for something more simple and modern. Maybe rustic. This is alien and detail heavy. The shiny polish blade was new for me as well. To finish on a good note, I have come to love it and I’ve been carrying it everyday despite my skepticism. Very smooth action, solid lockup/detent, blade is laser sharp. Easy to touch up and overall a well made blade .

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CrimsonSkoll

Feb 10, 2020

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Really nice knife.

This is one unusual knife, but in a good way. Others have already gone into great detail so I don’t feel the need. The only negative thing with mine was that I needed to use some locktite on the pivot screw. Only takes about a minute, so not really a problem in the end. Perfect centering and smooth action. The rike “wave” also works very well when deploying it from your pocket.

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A community member

May 5, 2020

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Exceptional finish, love mirror polish, more Drop knifes should be available with mirror polish. Smooth flipper and well balanced weight. Recommended.

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Omniseed

1972

Apr 19, 2020

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Very light, great introductory Rike

The mirror finish is lovely, the knife feels incredibly lean and lively in hand because of all the milling and the G10 show scale, also there is a steel piece nested in the G10 for the bearings and pivot to engage with. Overall a very cool knife.

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