Matt Cucchiara collaborated with Kizer on the Dorado knife, and it's now part of their high-performance/high-value Vanguard Series. It has a VG-10 steel blade set on a ball-bearing pivot for slick, efficient deployment with the flipper extension. This model has rounded black/blue G-10 scales over nested, skeletonized stainless steel liners. It has an open-build with silver finished barrel spacers. Includes a tip-up carry pocket clip.
Specifications
Blade Steel: Vg 10
Model Number: V 4455 A 2
Lock Type: Frame Lock
Blade Thickness: 0.13 inches
Handle Thickness: 0.5 inches
Blade Length: 3.5 inches
Open Length: 8.375 inches
Weight: 4.87 ounces
Blade Edge: Plain
Finish Color: Satin
Style: Clip Point
Clip Type: Tip Up
Handle Material: G 10
Use Case: EDC
Origin: China
Pros vs Cons
Based on online reviews from verified buyers around the web.
Smooth action of flipping open the blade
Solid feel when the blade opens
Great hand feel and shape
High-quality build for the price
Very sharp blade
Good ergonomics
Zero blade play
Attractive design with black/blue G-10 scales
Audible and tactile grinding in the pivot reported by one user