Kizer Vanguard Laconico Gemini Flipper Brown Micarta 3 1 Stonewash V 3471 E 2
Kizer
This Vanguard series Gemini flipper is a Ray Laconico designed folding knife based on his custom Jasmine folder. The build on this production model is superb, offering great fit and excellent action. The Vanguard Gemini has a full-flat ground Bohler N690 steel blade with a fine stonewash finish. It's set on a ball-bearing pivot, which offers phenomenal action. The handle on this model is brown micarta over a skeletonized stainless steel liner and lock tab. The tip-up carry clip accommodates EDC duty.
Specifications
- Blade Steel: Bohler N 690
- Model Number: V 3471 E 2
- Lock Type: Liner Lock
- Blade Thickness: 0.09 inches
- Handle Thickness: 0.43 inches
- Blade Length: 3.125 inches
- Open Length: 7.25 inches
- Weight: 3.58 ounces
- Blade Edge: Plain
- Finish Color: Stonewash
- Style: Drop Point
- Handle Material: Micarta
- Use Case: EDC
- Origin: China
Pros vs Cons
Based on online reviews from verified buyers around the web.
- Great action and look
- Sharp out of the box
- Excellent fit and finish
- Phenomenal action due to ball-bearing pivot
- Attractive micarta handle with good grip
- Decent blade steel (Bohler N690)
- Good value for the price
- Easy to maintain and sharpen
- Perfectly centered blade
- Fast shipping from the retailer
- Scales are a little sharp initially
- Limited color options for micarta scales
