As the noted architect Mies Van Der Rohe said, "Less is more." And this Ed Halligan design is an answer to your request for a little less of his very popular K.I.S.S.® knives. We had customers say, "How about a simple pocket knife version that uses a traditional slip joint? No frame locks, no clips. Just the lightest possible knife for everyday pen knife chores like opening packages and sharpening pencils." We told Ed what you wanted.
Ed went away to his workshop in his usual quiet way, and one day a package arrived with the prototype of our Slip K.I.S.S.® folder. The result is the lightest full-size K.I.S.S. knife yet. It has a 2.75" blade, but weighs in at only 1.8 ounces.
This year, because you asked for it, we're offering an even smaller model, the Slip K.I.S.S.® 2, which has a 2.375" blade and weighs just one ounce.
Ed has removed everything but the bare essentials, and in the process he has solved some deceptively challenging design problems. For example, the classic slip-joint pocket knife usually has a steel frame with full-length brass liners. Ed minimized the stainless steel frame, and riveted on two small brass liners to locate the blade laterally. For proper blade/frame alignment, Ed had to put a unique twist in the frame. In the process, there is a deep finger choil for grip. As a final touch, the frame is engine turned, like the firewall on a vintage Bugatti Type 37 racer.
Next, he added two carefully contoured scales for comfort and as blade guards, in strong and lightweight translucent composite material. We offer a multicolor abalone shell look and also a pearlescent anthracite gray.
The high-carbon steel blade looks at first glance like any other flat-ground drop point pocket knife, with a nail nick for opening. But it is unusual in that the grind is asymmetrical—about 80% on the front, and nearly flat on the back—similar to other K.I.S.S. family designs.
No, the Slip K.I.S.S. models are not heavy-duty work knives. Our catalog is full of knives with advanced locks and patented safeties for arduous cutting chores, so please choose one of them if you have a rough job to do.
However, if you want a great lightweight pocket knife at a great price, with lots of style and a little bling-bling, then look no further.
OMG I love this knife The twisted frame is awesome And BTW it's the safest slipjoint I have in my collection of 20 or more knives
kirk
2011-01-17 hubbard, OH
great price quality and workmanship looks unique
Jo
2010-12-27 Edwardsville, IL
Love this knife - lightweight and small. Priced right
Richard
2010-11-29 Prescott Valley, AZ
Incredible craftsmanship and it's the perfect size...I work in an office in a college and this knife works for light tasks without having to use the "Tactical" I keep tucked away. Overall a very classy knife. Only thing I had to do was to file down 2 sharp edges after tearing a hole in my pocket and cutting a finger tip...one was the pivot-point of the blade and the other on the brass pieces that reinforce the slip joint. Used an emery file and knife is now perfect.
Nathan
2010-09-22 Tempe, AZ
As the description says, this knife is not for any heavy usage, but it's simple, and looks great. The slip joint is not my favorite lock mechanism, but you can't get much simpler or lighter, and these guys are *really* light.
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