Customer Reviews

Winchester 22-01324 2.5" Brass Folder

5 star:		(3)
4 star:		(1)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

This is a sturdy knife, with a very solid locking mechanism. The handle seems to be solid brass, with wood inserts.

However, the wood inserts don't quite fit into the handle perfectly, with some gaps. Also, if the knife is squeezed shut, the blade can run into the back of the handle, but that takes a bit of force on the lock lever. This is knife is mostly made out of metal, so it is quite heavy, and the balance point when it is open is in the middle of the handle, roughly where the middle rivet is.

If you are looking for a heavy classic brass and wood pocket knife, this is a good option for the price.

This is a great little every day carry knife, but the value gets it five stars. It's under $10.00!! Slim and sleek, it glides easily in and out of your pocket. The brass body gives it good weight and solid feel in your hand, and the wood inserts add a classic look. It's a nice change in the days of metal skeleton and composite handles. As with most low-end lock blades, the blade is a bit softer than some of the high end alloys out there, and there is also a subtle blade centering issue. However, this blade arrived quite sharp and does lock open with authority. It is also very easy to sharpen because of the softer alloy. There is absolutely no play once it is locked open. If you are buying another item on Amazon under $25.00 and looking at shipping costs, just add this to your cart to qualify for the free shipping. I did this and got the knife for only $3.00 more than I was going to spend without it. This is also one of those rare items that you can give as a gift for under $10.00, but it will seem to be worth much more than you spent.

Supplemental. Ive had the knife for a few weeks now. The lock is a little loose, but still functions well. I'd probably go with four stars given the locking mechanism loosening; that is kind of a big deal. Also, you might look at the Buck 55 or 505 if you'd like this same design and size in an overall better knife. You'll pay a good bit more, but Buck's blade steel (420HC) is slightly more durable and the locking mechanism is the real deal. This knife, Winchester's version, is a copy off Buck's original. I still would have purchased this knife for the price though. I'll save my money for larger weekend EDC knife with some of that S30V steel. This little guy just comes to the office everyday with me and cuts oranges.

I carry this knife with me all the time and really like it.I like the plain wood inserts and brass combo.An attractive knife except for the hole in the bolster but that does not downgrade the knife.As the other reviewer said,it is really a sturdy built knife and an exc. buy. You could pay an awful lot more and get an awful lot less.

Great little knife!! Easy to carry in your pocket with out being bulky/heavy. Very well made quality is obvious. Very sharp upon arrival and seems to hold a good edge. Lock open was a little stiff but became better after using a few times. I highly recommend this knife. would be hard to find better at this price!!!