Kershaw 4037 Dmitry Sinkevich Atmos Flipper 3" Modified Drop Point Blade, Black G10 Handles with Carbon Fiber Overlays

(4 reviews)

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Fourbysix
Dallas

Mar 21, 2018

Pros: Handle Material, Lock Type, Lock Ease of Use, Weight, Ease of Opening, None

Cons: Pocket Clip, Blade Material

Great EDC

This knife is a great EDC alternative to the ZT0450 series. It carries and cuts the same. I actually prefer this inset liner lock over either frame or liner lock. Besides making the knife much lighter, on the ZT0450 if you squeeze the frame a bit when opening it stops the action - this doesn't happen on the Atmos. I deducted 1 star as it feels a bit sharp edged in the pocket. In searching for what felt sharp, I concluded it is just the sharp 90 degree edges on all the flats, both blade and scales. I will probably take mine apart and just polish/sand off the edges a bit, then it should be perfect. I agree with other reviewers, I would pay more for better materials and blade steel. The Atmos is almost underpriced for what it is - truly amazing!

Justin
Centerline, Mi

Mar 15, 2018

Pros: Handle Material, Handle Feel, Pocket Clip, Ease of Opening, Weight, Lock Ease of Use, Overall Quality

Cons: Blade Material, Handle Feel, None

Everything the Nura was expected to be.

For this price point...what can you say. This knife is excellent and exactly what it should be. For the previous reviewer...what you are feeling as "gritty" on the close is actually the detent ball having to hop up on to the blade Steel is well treated and expected at this price point. The knife is overall similar to the Fraxion, which I also own and like, but it's a "better" designed version. I also agree with the last reviewer that I'd love to see one in the $75-100 range with better materials. This is certainly better than knock off Shirogorov neons at the same price point...and it's giving the designer his dues.In conclusion an excellent light to medium duty edc. I don't see it leaving my rotation any time soon. Thanks for reading and I hope it helped.

Phillip
Murray, Ky

Mar 14, 2018

Pros: Pocket Clip, Handle Feel, Overall Quality, Handle Material, Weight, Ease of Opening, Blade Sharpness

Cons: Blade Material, Lock Ease of Use, None

Better than expected!

As an avid EDC user as well as a collector, I tend to expect a lot out of my blades. Generally I only buy higher end models but for some reason the Atmos stood out to me. So without ever holding one I ordered and am nothing short of impressed with this ~$30 folder.The KVT ball bearing system is amazing. This is a rare model that doesn’t include Kershaw’s prided speed safe awaited opening system. But the thing is, it opens like it has one. The deployment is fast and lockup is solid. Sharp right out of the box. G-10 scales are good and the carbon fiber inlays give it a classy look. Blade centering is perfect, no adjustment needed.I have it 4 Stars only because of a few small issues; 1) there is a small hang up when trying to close the blade one-handed. It’s part of the ball bearing system. Not critical and may get better over time as it gets worn in. 2) Wish it was offered in a better blade steel. 8Cr13MoV is a fine metal for everyday tasks but I’d like to see it offered in at least 154cpm, even at a higher price point. The jimping is a bit soft, but I wouldn’t expect anything more aggressive given the overall nature of the knife.At the price point, it’s an excellent value. It’s not going to be the work horse my Mini Griptilian is, but makes for an excellent EDC.