One of the coolest things about the Hinderer XM series of folders is that they are modular and the user can configure them to suit their likes. You can swap out your clip with this Holey version with hand done Antique finished stainless steel. Clip screws are NOT included. But, you can just re-use the screws you already have.
Body and cap: Precision machined titanium, body with hammered texturing
Writing tip, pointed end, and clip: Satin finished titanium
About the MCM 500 Series Pens: The Martin 500 series is a classic, full size, threaded cap pen design. The cap can be threaded on the reverse end for storage while writing. This latest version of the 500 series has some subtle updates that make an even more impressive pen, both in appearance and build:
About Matthew Martin: Matthew Martin is the son of renowned knife-maker R.J. Martin and it is clear the apple has not fallen far from the tree. This guy has been turning metal into chips since he was knee high to a grasshopper! Each MCM piece is crafted entirely by Matt in his shop from top grade materials and attention to detail.
Body: Precsion machined titanium and golden burl IronwoodCap: TitaniumWriting tip, pointed end, and clip: Satin finished titanium
That old saying about apples and trees fits pretty well in this situation. As you probably guessed it, Forrest Strider is the son of Mick Strider, and you can definitely see the influence in the design and execution of Forrest's UPNYA model! That Double Edged Pikal blade profile is just simply wicked! The blade is hand double hollow ground by Forrest with tip bevel and upper edge grind, and will serve great as a general used blade (this thing is gonna destroy boxes and will chop like a champ!) as well as a more defensive role. Plus, thanks to the .250 inch thick super tough tool steel, you will be ready for extreme heavy duty uses. Hand signed 'F. Strider' on the choil. The blade has black oxide finish and the knife has a paracord wrapped handle. The molded kydex sheath comes equipped with velcro loop but will accept most mounting hardware/clips, allowing flexible options on how to mount the knife. Removing the lower screw from the loop lets you wear the knife inside the waistband.Note: These knives are not compatible with Monkey Edge FRAG Pattern handle scales.
About this model: Known as The Yarborough in the US Army Special Forces community, a serial numbered version is awarded to each graduate of the Special Forces Qualification Course and therefore the knife is also known as The Green Beret Knife. The Green Beret Knife was designed by acclaimed knife maker Bill Harsey with collaboration from Chris Reeve and is produced to the tolerances and quality standards that Chris Reeve Knives is known for. The hollowground blade with serrated section is ready for field and combat use. Full tang construction with contoured micarta scales provides a comfortable, secure grip. The included sheath is a kydex lined and able to be mounted to a belt or MOLLE gear.
About CPM S35VN: CPM S35VN is stainless steel that is basically a product improved version of CPM S30V. Chris Reeve worked with Crucible steel to refine the alloy mixture. There is an addition of Niobium to the alloy which results in better edge retention and toughness as well as corrosion resistance when compared to CPM S30V. For more information, download the Crucible Data Sheet on CPM S35VN
Clip: Satin finished titanium
Notes on Bronze: This is a disclaimer for all you folks who slept through high school chemistry class or somehow not aware of the nature of bronze. All metals will change colors and looks over time depending on use, environment etc. This is especially true with bronze. This means it may get a darker, may change colors with patina, or it may get shiny and polished where it is rubbed by another material (like say your pocket). Go to look at old bronze statues and notice how they are all different. Well there ya go: that’s bronze! If you want to keep your bronze all shiny and new you will have to keep cleaning it with any of the homegrown solutions you can find with an internet search. OR, you can accept that what makes bronze a cool material is that your piece will change over time and tell its own stories and truly become one of a kind.
Writing tip and pointed end: CopperClip: Satin finished titanium
Notes on Copper and Bronze: This is a disclaimer for all you folks who slept through high school chemistry class or somehow not aware of the nature of copper. All metals will change colors and looks over time depending on use, environment etc. This is especially true with copper. This means it may get a darker, may change colors with patina, or it may get shiny and polished where it is rubbed by another material (like say your pocket). Take those pennies out of your pocket and see how different they all look. Well there ya go: that’s copper! If you want to keep your copper all shiny and new you will have to keep cleaning it with any of the homegrown solutions you can find with an internet search. OR, you can accept that what makes copper a cool material is that your piece will change over time and tell its own stories and truly become one of a kind.
The XM-18 Skinny 3.5 inch is just what it sounds like: a thinner version of the normal XM-18 3.5 inch. The Skinny blade is 0.140 inch thick, 0.025 inch thinner than a standard XM-18 3.5 inch blade (0.165 inch). Hinderer makes it all work by using a combination of standard XM-18 3.5 inch and 3 inch hardware, and some parts just for the Skinny. The whole package gives you the same hard use knife in a bit slimmer overall package. If you are looking to get some new parts to swap out to customize the Skinny, the part break down is:
The Blade: The Hinderer Slicer blade profile is especially good at -you guessed it- slicing! The Slicer is similar to a spearpoint profile, but with a primary grind that sort of angles up towards the tip, resulting in a little bit thinner and "more slicey-like" tip. his one is finished with a stonewashed black DLC finish.
The Frame: Titanium frame and scale liner with stonewashed black DLC finish. G10 scale with XM texture..Tri-Way Pivot System: Hinderer's new Tri-Way pivot system lets you configure your XM-18 further than ever before! The system lets the end-user configure their knife's pivot system to their own personal preference, with choice of bearing, teflon washers or bronze phosphor washers. Simply disassemble the knife*, and instal whichever option suits your needs!
Note: Disassembly of pivot is required to change pivot system. Hinderer Armorer Tool is recommended for the job. Remember, use the right tools, or feel like a fool! Last three pictures are for reference on the Tri-Way system and may not picture actual knife.
About the XM-18:The XM-18 is the combination of over 25 years of old world knife making craftsmanship combined with modern 3D design and CNC technology. The result is a folder that performs like a fixed blade that has become one of the benchmarks in the hard use folder category.
The Praetorian has pretty much become the signature model for Medford Knives. The 'large and in charge' Praetorian can fill the role of a fixed blade. Its wide fuller (blade groove) allows easy ambidextrous one handed opening. The handle shape allows for a secure grip even when wearing gloves. The backspacer is actually extended a bit to allow it to serve as a glass breaker. If you gotta cut some S**T or break some S**T, the Praetorian will do it and beg for more.
The Frame: Black G10 scale side. Titanium lock side in tumbled finish. Machined skeletonized titanium pocket clip in a tumbled/brushed finish. Extended glass breaker backspacer of tempered D2.
The Blade: Double hollow hand ground drop point tanto profile with black PVD finish.
About the BBN-M: Basically, Duane's BBN series is like a SNG with a "bobtail" end. So, it is familiar as the SNG we all know and love, and yet has an entirely new feel. As you can see from the picture below of the BBN-M on top of a SNG, not a ton of material has been actually removed. However, that tiny dimensional change makes the knife feel smaller in the hand. Reverse grip is also enhanced. While in your pocket, it is easier to get your hand in that pocket to get at your other stuff.
The Blade: Stunning hand double hollow ground recurve bowie grind from SM-100! No jimping grooves on spine for clean look.
The Frame: Twill carbon fiber non-lock side with US Flag engraving! Titanium lock side with satin black PVD finish and subtle radial engraved texture. This knife feels incredible in hand. All upgraded titanium hardware (pivot, screws, etc.) thermally colored. Both side have been ball milled giving both increased grip and looks that kill. Pocket clip can be configured for either left or right side carry.Note: Last 3 pictures are for comparison and picture a different knife.
This XL has full of MSC hand made mojo and ready so serve you for life and be handed down to your kids (well if they are worthy). This one has some extra bite thanks to the serrated section of that killer blade!
The Blade: We don't think we've EVER seen Mick ground out a Wharncliffe XL before Mick did up a couple for USN GX! Wicked wharnie grind with upper swedge makes for one nasty blade. This one's even partially serrated, somethin' we've never seen before! Combine that with the contrast of Mick's new texture on the flats with those satin grinds, and you have some hand crafted MSC magic. About that texture: Mick has been using some crazy, secret, 'Manhattan Project' machine that not only can texture the metal, but also can actually impregnate other metals onto the surface. It's super hard to capture in pictures as it it changes with the light. However, the blade flats are textured with copper deposits. This texture is even on the top of the spine and jimping.
The Frame: Science or magic? Hell if we know! However, Mick's Manhattan Project strikes again on the frame where almost the entire frame has been hand textured. The flats of the frame have been given a 'magma' treatment where copper has been 'melted' on them. Not only does it have a super cool steampunk type vibe to it, but the texture feels GREAT in the hand while not being aggressive. Mick gave this one his Magic anodized finish for some multi-color goodness, that mixed with the Manhattan Project really changes and pops in the light. The edges of the frame and bevels are finished with a brighter satin orange peel finish that pops nicely. Notice the clip is Mick's custom machined 'beefy clip' that is typically only found on his higher end XL's. It has also been given the full 'magma' treatment and can be reversed for either side carry.
