Clyde Challenor MK1

Hello guys,

Today is a very exciting day because i'm going to show you an awesome new custom knife, Clyde Challenor's MK1.



Clyde's an up and coming knifemaker from South Africa who is coming out with extremelly impressive quality knives.
He's getting a lot of notoriety on the forums because of his quality products but if you ever get the chance to interact with him you'll quickly see that he's top notch also.
Unlike other knifemakers, Clyde is very friendly and communicative so don't be afraid to contact him.
Ok, enough of this ass kissing and let's get on with this :)

Here is the beauty:

This linerlock features a 3" RWL34 blade, orange G-10 bolsters, carbon fibre handle, blue anodized titanium liners and carbon fiber backspacer.
Oh...and no pocket clip wich was a specific request of mine.
Looks awesome, doesn't it?
I chose this configuration.
That's another great thing about Clyde's, you can choose the materials and configuration so you can make it a more personal experience.
Once i saw a photo of the MK1 i contacted Clyde because i knew i wanted one.
The handle resembled my Burger EXK1 but the blade looked like something i really like, another SA influence, the Insingo with it's nice swedge and modded sheepsfoot blade.







The MK1 slices better than both and is a bit broader both in blade and handle.
You can see it here next to the EXK1.









Even though the handle is very similar to the EXK1, it is in fact more robust so a bit heavier but with a very nice feel.
The knife is very comfortable and substancial in hand making it great to work with.









I love it and it has been my EDC since i got it.
I don't follow the recent trend of overbuilt knives so i asked Clyde to build me a slicer and he really came through.
I don't know the measurements but it is very thin behind the edge, much like my Warlock.

This also has lip mechanism/front flipper like my other SA customs and it works flawlessly.

I believe it's my favourite mech to date.
It doesn't get in the way when cutting or penetrating, sharpening and it's very convenient.
You can open the knife in a controlled manner or lightening quick with both the thumb or index finger.
If you live in a country where one hand opening is illegal then this could also be a great choice because you have enough blade sticking out to use both hands.

Looks great, cuts great, and the maker is top notch too.
What more can you ask for? :)



I know pics are very usefull but here's an HD video where you can see this beauty even better ;)

Hope you enjoyed it and remember, No Knife No fun :)