Reviews for Böker Plus Worldwide 01BO569 slipjoint, Chad Los Banos design

Saturday, April 22, 2023

I'm not a knife guy, but I wanted a knife for various purposes, something to keep me busy with and what not as i'm a hobbyist who gets tired of razor blades dulling too quickly and easily while being a nightmare to hold and sharpen. First impressions are the knife is very affordable, the quality is outstanding from the handles grip to the blade in its entirety, and the blade is incredibly sharp with that tight angle that will make it fantastic for filleting, cutting fruit or veg, or even whittling wood. The slipjoint mechanism is very stiff, I'm not the strongest man on the planet nor am i feeble but It is a very stiff opening mechanism which is good but also somewhat dangerous as reflexively I am inclined to grasp it to open it which is stupid, I feel like i need a pair of cut proof gloves to open and close the knife safely while the mechanism is this tough - I do understand the spring will weaken a bit given time of repeated opening and closing actions, and you can use polishing compounds to help bring it to a level that is more comfortable for yourself, but for a hobby user it's perfectly acceptable. The blade is a brilliant design and the cutting edge is beautifully ground with that satin finish, the knife does come with a lockable textile zip carry case which is nice to keep it safe. For a first time knife buyer I am happy with this Boker blade and would reccommend it to anyone looking for a high quality reputable knife, I will buy more another knife in the future with an easier to open mechanism, maybe a friction detent lock design. This is unrelated to the review but I've seen this blade with a blued finish that I thought was gorgeous so I will be blueing this blade and replacing the handle with my own design out of G10 FR4 with a 3d printed tpu shell for comfort. 5/5 knife on all fronts.

Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Monday, July 4, 2022

Great EDC UK legal working knife. I needed a heavy duty knife for opening small and large packaging boxes and also cutting up carboard, this knife does it with ease. a nice strong spring keeps the blade in the open position giving you confidence to work the blade. Couldn't find a sheath big enough for the knife so I have put a key ring clip through the hole on the rear of the handle and have a carabiner clip on my belt, I hang the knife in my pocket to the side of my leg.

Saturday, June 18, 2022

The excellent star ratings becry the fundamental flaw in this knife... It's massive! I cannot deny the quality of the knife.,it is superb and arrives razor sharp straight out the box so would be unfair to deduct stars. I wanted a legal edc and technically this is correct. But my word you know you have it in your pocket! I have a belt pouch but that kind of contradicts the concept of an inconspicuous carry. The other issue is the strength of the spine/spring operation. You almost need a pair of pliers to get it open. No way is this going to close up on you! I fitted a thumb stud to help, it works but I shouldn't really have to. Also be careful closing it, or you will lose some skin! I've kept it because it's a good knife and you could build houses with it,, but it's not my idea of an edc.

Tuesday, June 14, 2022

Brilliant work knife. Functional, but too heavy to be a pocket knife. Returned and a lighter version chosen.

Tuesday, June 14, 2022

Fantastic quality and superb customer service. Thanks so much

Saturday, May 21, 2022

A very robust EDC knife. Heavier than expected. Very stiff to open, but I'll get used to it. Sharp enough out of the box. Nice carry pouch included. Great service.

Tuesday, May 17, 2022

Very very sturdy in the hand and has an extremely tough lock that won't budge so no need to worry that it will buckle and cut you at all. Came very sharp out of the box too with a neat little case which is also well made.

Friday, May 6, 2022

Excellent

Monday, March 14, 2022

The knife is very beautiful because the design is Chad Los Banos. Cons: 1. It takes a lot of effort to open the knife. 2. Shallow clasp.

Thursday, February 24, 2022

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Thursday, December 30, 2021

Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Monday, June 14, 2021

Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Well made sharp feels a quality knife very happy will buy more from this company

Tuesday, January 5, 2021

Ordered this knife for edc and was really impressed with its quality and functionality although not a locking blade it feels like one reassuringly secure.

Wednesday, December 30, 2020

I bought this for a present. It was much appreciated, very good quality.

Tuesday, June 23, 2020

Tuesday, April 7, 2020

A good solid knife with a good firm opening and closing and at a good price