LionSteel Thrill Integral Slipjoint Folding Knife 3.15" M390 Satin Blade, Black Aluminum Handle, HWAYL Pocket Clip System - TL A BS

$139.95

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Description

LNTLABS: TL A BS Thrill Integral Slipjoint, Black Aluminum

LionSteel

The Thrill is an incredible knife from LionSteel in more ways than one. It is the first integral handle slipjoint knife that we know of manufactured anywhere in the world and it might just be the perfect EDC knife. Its "no locks" mechanism is built from a single piece of material completely obtained by milling using SOLID LionSteel technology found on many of their other designs. The blade is made out of M390 stainless steel with a brushed satin finish, nail nick, and half-stop safety. The spring tip of the handle is reinforced with a treated stainless steel insert to ensure solid lockup while it's very well-executed and just appears to be another bit of jimping. This knife features the patented LionSteel HWAYL system that allows you to "hide" the clip inside the handle, so it can be used at the owner's discretion. It is possibly the strongest and most innovative slipjoint knife every created and we look forward to hearing what you think about it.

About the Designer Molletta - Pensato Michele

Michele Pensato - aka 'molletta', his nickname in Italian - is a very active designer with years of experience. His previous life as an excursion lover and a passion for archaeology had him spending most of his experiences in the great outdoors, where he soon got to understand how a great knife should really be and what it should be capable of achieving. He led the Nexus Production Group and the group that was created at the MCKF forum. A keen student of the steel industry, he stands out for his new approach to the use of materials and experimentation in thermal treatment applications. An advanced user of design software such as Catia, SOLIDWORKS and Inventor, he applies FEA simulations to his design and aims to create solid and innovative products.

Specifications

  • Blade Length: 3.15" (80 mm)
  • Cutting Edge: 2.95" (75 mm)
  • Closed Length: 3.94" (100 mm)
  • Overall Length: 7.09" (180 mm)
  • Blade Material: M390 Stainless Steel
  • Blade Thickness: 0.130" (3.3 mm)
  • Blade Hardness: 59-60HRC
  • Blade Style: Drop Point
  • Blade Grind: Flat
  • Blade Finish: Satin
  • Handle Material: Solid Aluminum, Black
  • Handle Thickness: 0.55" (14 mm)
  • Locking Mechanism: Slipjoint
  • Pocket Clip: HWAYL Hidden Clip System (Tip-Up, Right-Carry)
  • Weight: 2.33 oz. (66 g)
  • Designer: Michele Pensato
  • Made in Italy

UPC Code: 871373537994

Related Categories

LionSteel, LionSteel Thrill Integral Slipjoint Series, M390 Blade Steel, Aluminum Handle Material, Folding Knives, Folding Knives Slipjoint (non locking), Made in Italy, Michele Pensato

Product Clip Type Badge: Pocket Clip
Product Handle Badge: Aluminum Handles
Product Steel Type Badge: M390
LionSteel Thrill Integral Slipjoint Folding Knife 3.15" M390 Satin Blade, Black Aluminum Handle, HWAYL Pocket Clip Systemrated 5 stars out of 5 (1 review)
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LionSteel Thrill Integral Slipjoint Folding Knife 3.15" M390 Satin Blade, Black Aluminum Handle, HWAYL Pocket Clip System
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Oman
Jul 24, 2020
Pros: Pocket Clip, Blade Material, Overall Quality, Blade Sharpness
Cons: None
Good-looking and comfortable
I knew this was a good looking knife from the photos, but what caught me by surprise when I had it in my hands was how comfortable the handle was. I normally prefer wood or some synthetics to a bare metal grip, but in this case the shape, size, and surface texture feel good to me. What's more, the way the clip collapses into the handle really does make a big difference to comfort. I would go so far as to say that this is the most comfortable knife I own (even if it's a tiny bit smaller than I would like for my slightly-larger-than-average hands).Unfortunately this does come at a cost: the clip isn't actually very secure in use. I mean, it does the job of keeping the knife aligned and easily accessible, but... let's just say there's some knives I reckon would stay clipped in place even if I did a cartwheel, and this is NOT one of them.But that's fine. I would classify this as a "gentleman's knife". Good looking, with an elegant blend of old and new stylistic elements, well made, and very comfortable, it's a pleasure to use, but perhaps not really intended to be abused. Just think of it as a non-pocket-clip knife, that CAN be clipped in a pocket if necessary.