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reswright
3850
Apr 19, 2019
my hot take: I like it. Having said that, your stainless handles look a little too slick for a guy with big hands, add some jimping. the textured scales look like they'll be fine, but the hardware doesn't look like it fits them well. That's not a great look. Also -- I'm not sure why you'd opt for N690 with a premium handle like titanium. A lot of people will want something like M390 or Elmax or high end Crucible or Carpenter steel if they're paying for titanium. N690 will resist corrosion better than D2 but otherwise it's something I struggle to differentiate from 440C in day to day use. it might cost more than D2 but I don't have more use for it. So if you bring the two choices you mention to market, I'd probably only be interested in the D2 version. If you want it to go over the top, build a retainer ring into that backspacer and drill holes so people can flip the clip to the other side. You now have a dual use karambit, which is straight up lit through the roof and instantly puts you into another market. Really, you should drill the holes to move the clip to the other side that even if you don't do the ring backspacer. I say this because your design has a good shape for that sort of addition and with the blade hole, your design can easily be modified for an Emerson style draw and deploy. Also, think of the left handed people, the sad sad left handed people who need a cool knife too.
Pasha12
98
Apr 19, 2019
reswrightThank you for your feedback and comment! Everything as shown was chosen to hit a competitive price point (Sub $200 ; sub $120 retail). 440C is cheaper and M390 is definitely possible, but it would increase the cost of the knife exponentially. Böhler N690 gives a happy medium, and is used in both production and custom knives. While its a matter of personal preference, the cost is just right. The images shown are not of an assembled product. I plan to repost images of the final product. Thanks for the additional suggestions!
reswright
3850
May 8, 2019
Pasha12The updated photos look great. I want to know more about the ball clip. That's new. Tepe Designs had Two Sun build at least one of your knives, right? What was that like?
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Pasha12
98
May 8, 2019
reswrightThank you! That is a ceramic ball and is not really new. It is used by other manufacturers from Begg knives, Olamic, Fox Knives, and others. It makes getting the knife in and out if pocket smooth and adds a nice aesthetic look. Yes. I currently have two design collaborations with TwoSun Knives. The TS128 Dynamo and TS134 Shockwave, and working on one more now called the Vortex (TS180). The process for me has been great. It takes time, but they worked closely with me to make sure the final product reflects what I intended. They do excellent work and are really stepping up their game. Other designers on their brand are also great and pretty supportive. NightMorning and Wong Design are really cool dudes and will typically will help kickoff a new design to the market by showcasing it on their IG feeds. Check them out and see for yourself.👍
reswright
3850
Jun 1, 2019
Pasha12I have picked up a few TwoSuns, so I figured I'd take a look at one of your designs and see if I liked it. Between the TS128 Dynamo and TS134 Shockwave the Dynamo looked a little more individual, and I also liked that it was made of S90V, so I decided to go for that one, even though stonewash finish isn't my favorite. Started tracking them on the bay and eventually got one at the price I wanted. And it arrived today.
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That little wheel flipper tab was what first caught my eye -- kinda tired of flippers that all look the same, you know? I wanted to know if it was any good.
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Yup. Flips like a switch. It's not huge in my hand but it's built like a blast door. It is quite sharp. (if you get a S90V blade and it isn't sharp as all hell, something's wrong. That said? This is surgical sharp.) Taking a look inside --
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Ceramic caged bearings and racers. A detent ramp. Carbon fiber, metal backspacer, titanium with lockbar insert. Two screws and a post. Countersunk socketheads. S90V. Cleanly assembled. A good clip - a perennial issue w/ TwoSun but this is very nice.
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Anything else you can tell me about this knife? Because you have my complete attention.
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Pasha12
98
Jun 3, 2019
reswrightYou have all the points covered. Thank you for the compliment. I am really glad you like the TS128. Mine needed a slight break-in period, but overall, Two Sun did an awesome job with the execution & I love the result of the simple construction. Your spot on with the flipper observation. That's the highlight of this design and I got the idea from turbines. Hope it serves you well my friend.
reswright
3850
Jun 3, 2019
Pasha12A turbine for inspiration. I like that. And based on how it flips i think you nailed it. It's really a purposeful design. I'll be keeping an eye out for the Hornet and the Vortex both.
Pasha12
98
Jun 6, 2019
reswrightRight on. The Vortex should be out by end of the month.
Pasha12
98
Jul 9, 2019
reswrightJust wanted to let you know that I got the Hornet's in and have some available if you're interested. D2/G10 version in black or orange, $115, shipped. N690/ full Ti, $160, shipped. Thanks, Shan
reswright
3850
Jul 10, 2019
Pasha12Decisions, decisions... let me mull it over while my knife budget regenerates for a few days. I am leaning toward the Ti/N690 for the $45 upgrade at $160, but I am also wondering what the orange G10 would look like treated with some scarlet dye.
reswright
3850
Jul 11, 2019
Pasha12Wild guess, while I mull -- was the design inspiration a hornet mandible?
Pasha12
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Jul 11, 2019
reswrightNo. It was my first design and what I thought would be an aggressive blade. The name came after.
reswright
3850
Jul 11, 2019
Pasha12ah! Interesting. There are similarities there.
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A happy coincidence. Make enough things, you run into those.
reswright
3850
Jul 12, 2019
Pasha12Let's do this. I'd like to order one of the Ti/N690 Hornets if you have any left in stock :)
Pasha12
98
Jul 12, 2019
reswrightYes. Sounds good. Would you mind sending me a email at, tepedesigns@outlook.com I can send you all the details that way.
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