I received a PM from fellow member EugeneFJR a few weeks ago. He kindly asked if I would be interested in his sending me one of his knives/ multi tools. I of course said I would be more than pleased to.
I am not a writer by any means. I also want everyone to know that I do not know Eugene ( Mark) outside of this offer. I know nothing about Norse Knives and I have done no online research about them. So my opinions are just that. Opinions of a huge knife fan.
I received not one, but two of what seem to be identical tools.
This will be nothing but a box opening and beginning impressions and specs. I plan to be camping in Pennsylvania this weekend and I will put it to some tests.
The box proves to be generic in design, but the illustrations on the box give you a glimpse of the contents, building some excitement.
Once I opened the box, I found a nice quality, black nylon sheath. The sheath seems to be better quality than some I have had. It has a large velcro closure, creating a solid securement. Another thing I like it the dual mount sheath. There is a vertical AND horizontal option. This IS NOT common. This also lends to an option to MOLLE mount.
Upon opening the sheath, I was caught grinning to find a decent size magnesium fire starter. It is secured in it's own small pocket. I am thinking it's location could possibly impede the withdrawal of the knife without removing the stone. I will find out when get practical use.
Pulling the knife out, I first feel its weight and "bulk" feel. This is a beefy and stout tool. I has slightly textured black G10 scot scales. It is not a overly decorative appearance. It possesses a squared off look that I do not mind. Its unique.
While in a closed position, the lines are clean. The are really no protruding flippers, thumb breaks or other parts, Its a compact and useful shape.
The pivot screws are allen, as opposed by the sometimes dreaded Torx. Not everyone has these handy to clean and maintain their units. So it seems breakdown would be pretty straight forward.
The Tool consists of two separate independent blades. They open in opposing directions, which is a fantastic design.
Opening the "standard" knife blade, its clear that the designer was intent on creating a tool that focused less on multiple blades/ types and incorporated into the minimal. Some may like the multi blades...but on the other hand, focus the quality on just two blades, simpler pivot joints and use better steel.
The knife side blade incorporates a surface that is half serrated, half straight. Its a decent grind. The steel type is not listed on the blade. My guess is it may be D2 steel. Not a premium steel. Tough but not known for sharpness retention.
At the end a gut hook is incorporate.
When testing sharpness of all of these, I will rank on a scale of 10 for factory edge.
Serrations= 6 of 10
Straight Blade= 5 of 10. Not hair shaving sharp, but did slice paper fairly well.
Gut Hook= 8 of 10. Surprisingly strong AND sharp.
On the blade top, there is a 2.5" hollow grind dual bevel. Not too certain its intent, but another cutting side could be useful.
There is a well made thumb stud. I was able to unscrew easily using my finger, so get out the LockTite. There is medium gimping on the blade ridge.
Also note there is a small triangle wire stripping cut near where the choil/ finger guard would be.. I did not try stripping any wire to test. I will also add that the knives are numbered/ sequenced. Knife collectors like this as it provides some exclusivity and lends to the notion this a controlled batch.
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I am not a writer by any means. I also want everyone to know that I do not know Eugene ( Mark) outside of this offer. I know nothing about Norse Knives and I have done no online research about them. So my opinions are just that. Opinions of a huge knife fan.
I received not one, but two of what seem to be identical tools.
This will be nothing but a box opening and beginning impressions and specs. I plan to be camping in Pennsylvania this weekend and I will put it to some tests.
The box proves to be generic in design, but the illustrations on the box give you a glimpse of the contents, building some excitement.
Once I opened the box, I found a nice quality, black nylon sheath. The sheath seems to be better quality than some I have had. It has a large velcro closure, creating a solid securement. Another thing I like it the dual mount sheath. There is a vertical AND horizontal option. This IS NOT common. This also lends to an option to MOLLE mount.
Upon opening the sheath, I was caught grinning to find a decent size magnesium fire starter. It is secured in it's own small pocket. I am thinking it's location could possibly impede the withdrawal of the knife without removing the stone. I will find out when get practical use.
Pulling the knife out, I first feel its weight and "bulk" feel. This is a beefy and stout tool. I has slightly textured black G10 scot scales. It is not a overly decorative appearance. It possesses a squared off look that I do not mind. Its unique.
While in a closed position, the lines are clean. The are really no protruding flippers, thumb breaks or other parts, Its a compact and useful shape.
The pivot screws are allen, as opposed by the sometimes dreaded Torx. Not everyone has these handy to clean and maintain their units. So it seems breakdown would be pretty straight forward.
The Tool consists of two separate independent blades. They open in opposing directions, which is a fantastic design.
Opening the "standard" knife blade, its clear that the designer was intent on creating a tool that focused less on multiple blades/ types and incorporated into the minimal. Some may like the multi blades...but on the other hand, focus the quality on just two blades, simpler pivot joints and use better steel.
The knife side blade incorporates a surface that is half serrated, half straight. Its a decent grind. The steel type is not listed on the blade. My guess is it may be D2 steel. Not a premium steel. Tough but not known for sharpness retention.
At the end a gut hook is incorporate.
When testing sharpness of all of these, I will rank on a scale of 10 for factory edge.
Serrations= 6 of 10
Straight Blade= 5 of 10. Not hair shaving sharp, but did slice paper fairly well.
Gut Hook= 8 of 10. Surprisingly strong AND sharp.
On the blade top, there is a 2.5" hollow grind dual bevel. Not too certain its intent, but another cutting side could be useful.
There is a well made thumb stud. I was able to unscrew easily using my finger, so get out the LockTite. There is medium gimping on the blade ridge.
Also note there is a small triangle wire stripping cut near where the choil/ finger guard would be.. I did not try stripping any wire to test. I will also add that the knives are numbered/ sequenced. Knife collectors like this as it provides some exclusivity and lends to the notion this a controlled batch.
CONTINUED IN NEXT POST.......
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