Marten - Top Liner Lock (2.98" 154CM Blade & Aluminum Handle) - A1603
Specifications
Model Number: A1603
Blade Length: 2.98" | 75.70 mm
Overall Length: 6.80" | 172.60 mm
Blade Width: 1.04" | 26.30 mm
Blade Thickness: 0.118" | 3.00 mm
Blade Material: 154CM
Blade Grind: Flat
Blade Style: Drop Point
Blade Finish: Black Stonewash
Hardness: HRC 61±1
Handle Length: 3.81" | 96.88 mm
Handle Width: 1.00" | 25.40 mm
Handle Thickness: 0.49" | 12.50 mm
Handle Material: Aluminum
Color: Purple
Weight: 2.90 oz | 82.10 g
Opener: Thumb Stud
Lock Type: Top Liner Lock
Pivot Assembly: Caged Ceramic Ball Bearing
Pocket Clip: Reversible | Stainless Steel
Carry Position: Tip-up
Knife Type: Manual Folding
Backspacer Material: Aluminum
Backspacer Color: Black
Thumbstud Material: Aluminum
Thumbstud Color: Green
Button Material: Stainless Steel
Button Color: Black
Designer: Vosteed
Purposefully Engineered Non-Slippery Aluminum handles. Micro Milling + Particle Anodized Handle. Confidence in Every Grip.
Painstakingly Made
Designed for use in multiple environments and conditions, the Vosteed Marten features a contoured ergonomic handle with micro-milled grooves for a confident and controlled natural grip.
During the 30-minute CNC micro-milling process, each side of the handle has up to 20 grooves within 1 inch (54 grooves per side). These grooves are angled at 48° to offer exceptional traction against the natural movement of the fingertips.
After the CNC, 2-3 rounds of the ultrasonic cleaning process are conducted before the anodization. This ensures an ultra-clean surface, and even the tiniest particles, oils, and impurities are removed.
Compared to existing models on the market, the Marten has the best-in-class finishes on its aluminum handles, and you will enjoy using it.
Office & Dinner
The all-new low-profile pocket clip reduces signature, and with the well-adjusted tension, the new clip provides both secured carry and ease of use.
To further improve the carry comforts, skeletonized liners are made to reduce extra weight, and the Marten will sit nicely even in the pocket of your dress trousers.
The 154CM drop-point blade is not only great for your daily tasks but also offers an elegant and classy appearance to complete the overall design.
Reliable and Convenient
The Marten utilized a Top Liner Lock, combining the best of both compression-based liner lock and button lock. It’s a perfect match of reliability and convenience.
Additionally, the button lock is adorned with micro-milled grooves that match the handle pattern, providing added traction for safe, easy operations.
Details Matter
1. All T8 Screws: The Marten features T8 screws throughout, making daily maintenance simple and straightforward.
2. Secured Lanyard Hole: The lanyard hole is an integrated part of the aluminum backspacer, preventing any accidental damage to the lanyard.
3. Jewelry-like Pivot Screw: The pivot screw is elegantly smooth, adding a refined, jewelry-like touch that enhances Marten’s aesthetics.
4. Dual Stop Pins: Equipped with two stop pins, one for opening and one for closing, the design reduces wear on the pins, extending Marten’s lifespan.
5. Nested Liners: The Marten’s liners are nested within the handle for a clean, sophisticated look and enhanced stability.
Customer Reviews
It feels like 2024 is the Year of Vosteed! So many superb knives! And I find the same elements with every purchase.
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The competition needs to move over or get turned over. There’s a new pack leader in Knifedom!
Love the feel and the look of this one! Might consider putting on a Ti clip. I used one from a Moyarl and it’s perfect!
Love the button operated liner lock! This knife feels great! Need a titanium button operated liner lock in this size now!
This is a fantastic knife ideally suited for everyday carry. The milled aluminum handle is incredibly grippy, best I've ever experienced. The top liner lock is really good, I hope to see it implemented more in the future. Good compact size, very lightweight. This will see a lot of rotation as my daily carry.
The only miss was with the pocket clip; while all T8 screws were a good intention, the ones for the pocket clip were less than ideal. They needed a flat head to sit flush; using the same screws for the body meant they stuck out too far and prevents sitting full deep in the pocket without taking extra care. I swapped them out for some spare T6 screws from another knife (but I had to make sure they were very short screws, otherwise they would push a gap between the aluminum scale and the backspacer). That and the clip tends to scratch up the milling.
These are minor issues though, still a great knife. Keep up the good work!