The Michael Janich designed Be-Wharned folder from Blackhawk

[ericire12]

http://www.blackhawk.com/product/Be-Wharned,1245,37.htm


Be-Wharned





The wharncliffe blade design is one of the most functional utility patterns ever developed. Thanks to the efforts of edged-weapon designer and trainer Michael Janich, it has also earned a reputation as an incredibly potent personal defense design. Janich’s new Be-Wharned features an aggressive, satin-finished AUS8A stainless steel blade that provides extreme cutting performance for its size. It is mated to a handle constructed of hardened 420J stainless steel liners nested into textured black G-10 scales. A sturdy liner-lock mechanism, exceptional ergonomics, and a four-position clothing clip complete the package, making the Be-Wharned one of the most advanced tactical folding knives available today.


SPECIFICATIONS:

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      Blade Length: 3.400”/86mm
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      Overall Length: 7.850”/199mm
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      Blade Material: AUS8A stainless steel
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      Blade Finish: Satin finished
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      Edge type: Plain edge only
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      Handle Material: 420J stainless steel liners nested in textured G-10 scales
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      Pocket Clip: Right or left-side, tip-up or tip-down carry
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      Optional Accessories: Ballistic nylon belt pouch (204-M)

MSRP: $99.99

[Big Frank]

I'm not a big fan of liner locks but I do like the needle sharp tip of that blade so I'd give it a thumb up.

[philw]

hmmm



I might have to see what I need to do to get one of those over here

[Hazcat]

hmmm



I might have to see what I need to do to get one of those over here

Good Lord, Phil!  It's only a knife, ORDER ONE!

[philw]

Good Lord, Phil!  It's only a knife, ORDER ONE!

lol  all depends on customs stopping it  there are a lot that we can not get in

I am trying to get a balisong at the moment   


also is this knife  US made  or is it OS 

[Sponsor]

[deamonpi]

I don't know, how close are you Aussies to going the way of Britain?  He might have to register it.

[JSC3ATLCSO]

lol  all depends on customs stopping it  there are a lot that we can not get in

I am trying to get a balisong at the moment  


also is this knife  US made  or is it OS 

What about a gift?

[ellis4538]

Looks good.  Unfortunately I can't open a knife with a stud...have to have assisted.

Richard

[Overload]

Interesting update on his Spyderco Yojimbo design.  I like the 4 way clip, and dual studs are a requirement.  The blade spine looks stronger than the Yojimbo, and it's about a half inch longer.  I like the Yojimbo handle shape (and length) better.
Finally, as a lefty, I don't like righty liner locks.

p.s. it's REAL EASY to snap the tip off of these.  I like using any item I carry for multiple tasks.

[mosbear]

I'll be very hesitant to spend $100 on the folder. For me the pinnacle of the folder knife design is the Opinel knife. They've been around for more then a century, and their twist lock design is the most secure and simple in the world IMHO.
One can have a very good folder with the carbon steel blade for around $12. I personally carry Opinel#8 carbon blade.
http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/store_detail.html?s=OP8