Parallel- Crossbar lock (2.90" 154CM Blade & Titanium Handle) - A3503

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Inspired by the book Parallel Universes and the Deep Laws of the Cosmos, the Ultra-Thin Vosteed Parallel is Yue’s latest Cross Bar Lock design.   The Ultra Thin Design - The Engineer’s Task The ultra-thin blade design, measuring an impressive 0.28 inches/7.1mm handle thickness (or a staggering 4.4375E+32 Planck Lengths), is an...
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  • Inspired by the book Parallel Universes and the Deep Laws of the Cosmos, the Ultra-Thin Vosteed Parallel is Yues latest Cross Bar Lock design.

     

    The Ultra Thin Design - The Engineers Task

    The ultra-thin blade design, measuring an impressive 0.28 inches/7.1mm handle thickness (or a staggering 4.4375E+32 Planck Lengths), is an engineering feat we set out to achieve. Weighing just 2.3oz/65g and boasting a blade length of 2.9 inches/74mm, the Parallel is the most pocket-friendly and carry-friendly knife in its class.


    Materials from the Supernova - The Titanium Handle

    As shown by the Chandra X-ray Observatory, titanium forms from the blast of supernovas. To make the Vosteed Parallel true to its inspiration, we used precision CNC to craft its handle from Grade 5 titanium. The material and exceptional machining work have created a perfect balance of strength, thickness, and tolerance.

     

    From Turbine Engines to Your Hand - The 154CM Blade

    154CM is a widely recognized and beloved knife steel. Originally developed as a bearing steel for gas turbine engines, 154CM steel offers a great combination of hardness, corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and durability. Legendary knife maker Bob Loveless used and popularized 154cm steel in the knife world. The Vosteed Parallel features a 0.078thick (2mm) 154CM blade, ensuring an exceptional slicing and cutting experience.

     

    Design and Details

    As Brian Greene said, "The skyscraper is but a physical realization of the information contained in the architect's design." A well-designed knife is the summation of ideas and information. To make the knife truly ambidextrous, we incorporated the time-honored cross-bar lock system and paired it with dual thumbstuds. To create a sleek and uptempo design, we removed unnecessary lines and curves, opting for a minimalistic wire clip. To ensure versatility and practicality, we chose a reversed tanto blade shape and added a clean, triangle-shaped lanyard hole.

     

    Specifications: 

    Model Number:A3503

    Model Name:Parallel

    Blade Length:2.90" | 73.85 mm

    Overall Length:7.04" | 178.90 mm

    Blade Width:0.96" | 24.50 mm

    Blade Thickness:0.079" | 2.00 mm

    Blade Material:154CM

    Blade Grind:Flat

    Blade Style:Reverse Tanto

    Blade Finish:Satin

    Hardness:HRC 60±2

    Handle Length:4.13" | 105.00 mm

    Handle Width:0.92" | 23.40 mm

    Handle Thickness:0.279" | 7.10 mm

    Handle Material:Titanium

    Color:Gray

    Weight:2.29 oz | 65.00 g

    Opener:Thumb Stud

    Lock Type:Crossbar 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:Green

    Thumbstud Material:Aluminum

    Thumbstud Color:Green

    Designer:Yue

     

    Customer Reviews

    Based on 22 reviews
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    27%
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    18%
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    Matjaž Meglič
    Parallel

    Great quality knife for a normal price, and great service. I have bought two. Now you should make one in Magnacut.

    E
    Earl Newman
    I would love to review

    How ever I still have not Ty my knife yet

    G
    Gordon Rubendall
    Sweet Knife

    I like everything about the knife except the tension of the crossbar lock spring. A lighter spring included would be a great thing

    A
    Alan BROOKE
    If you want thin & light, this is it.

    Love thin, light knives that you don't notice in the pocket. However, they can be more for light use, but as the Parallel is so well built with titanium scales, it's a great all round EDC knife. 154CM is no super steel but it does the job. Highly recommend this knife.

    T
    T R G III
    Parallel knife

    Lovely concept, super slim, nearly no weight and looks super sleek in titanium.
    Problem is w the locking mech’; it’s way too difficult to maneuver w its spring weight. Vosteed should take notes from Benchmade and learn that push force on the button should be 50-75% easier to use.
    The Parallel is almost non-functional.
    Weird Vosteed-Easy fix. !!!
    Too bad because wearing the knife is a EDC dream for its weight is featherlight.

    Customer Reviews

    Based on 22 reviews
    41%
    (9)
    27%
    (6)
    18%
    (4)
    14%
    (3)
    0%
    (0)
    M
    Matjaž Meglič
    Parallel

    Great quality knife for a normal price, and great service. I have bought two. Now you should make one in Magnacut.

    E
    Earl Newman
    I would love to review

    How ever I still have not Ty my knife yet

    G
    Gordon Rubendall
    Sweet Knife

    I like everything about the knife except the tension of the crossbar lock spring. A lighter spring included would be a great thing

    A
    Alan BROOKE
    If you want thin & light, this is it.

    Love thin, light knives that you don't notice in the pocket. However, they can be more for light use, but as the Parallel is so well built with titanium scales, it's a great all round EDC knife. 154CM is no super steel but it does the job. Highly recommend this knife.

    T
    T R G III
    Parallel knife

    Lovely concept, super slim, nearly no weight and looks super sleek in titanium.
    Problem is w the locking mech’; it’s way too difficult to maneuver w its spring weight. Vosteed should take notes from Benchmade and learn that push force on the button should be 50-75% easier to use.
    The Parallel is almost non-functional.
    Weird Vosteed-Easy fix. !!!
    Too bad because wearing the knife is a EDC dream for its weight is featherlight.