WE Knives Esprit Folding Knife - Overview and Review

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[@mikkoleinonen3502]

That was a great review but the blade steel on these guys is CPM20CV. It is marked below thumb stud. Keep doing great knife videos! My wallet hates them, I love it.

[@metal_complex]

Thanks! Sometimes I switch up 20cv with m390/204p since they're analogs but you're correct 😉👍

[@bischroe24]

Carrying mine today! Knew I wanted the CF version way back in February! Such an amazing EDC!

[@LeadMunitions]

I paid $284 😢 arriving today though!!😂 along with the Quiet Carry nine! ..it’s a good day

[@zackvega9596]

I got to play with both variants at Blade Show, and that orange peel does look amazing in person. However, I'll be buying the CF version because I'd much rather have that dark stonewash blade than satin.

[@kyle1775]

Pre ordered the flamed titanium version a month ago. Just got shipment notification yesterday. Will be here Tuesday the 7th, can't wait to get it in my hands!

[@not-a-raccoon]

What do you think of it? I have my eye on the flamed ti version

[@kyle1775]

I really like it, great addition to collection. Knife was perfect out of the box.

[@sunnyrachelsson3169]

I just got one and it reminds me of a better trm neutron the action is better the orange peel internal milling and sunken clip and screws plus a front flipper it's pretty sweet

[@lukepaulson3428]

What a great looking knife! Thanks MC!

[@vincentpickett121]

Great video been searching for 1 sold out on all retailers, waiting for restock

[@sebastianrene4857]

Knife center got a few rn

[@2212mjm]

I absolutely love this knife! I wish the liner lock cutout was softer. I just bought this knife, the mini buster, and I’m impressed with both of them.

[@geoffwatson8007]

Love this knife! Couldn’t afford it so bought the Kizer T1. Very similar IMO. Maybe some day I’ll buy this or the Roxi3! Great channel! 😎

[@Stahlwerk88]

Good looking knife. Wish they hadn’t gone with the satin blade on this version but that’s just personal preference.

[@evanshall]

I got bit by the bug very recently and I think this will be my first non-budget purchase.

[@willblake72]

I've got a different WE/Laconico frame lock and boy do I wish it had that pocket clip.

[@AudibleVisibIe]

Got One on the way and I'm stoooked

[@jaredwilson2101]

Considering this knife myself. I'm torn between this one and the Kizer T1 titanium. Any thoughts on a comparison between these 2?

[@gside98]

I love seeing serial/model numbers on blades. Such a classy look. (looking at you CJRB).

[@Below-Average_Joe]

Ray Laconico never designs a bad looking knife.

[@landontreinen3062]

I’d love to see full customs of this knife. I like the design a lot, but a bit more flare would really set it off. With the design being so “knife” a pop of color would be appreciated.

[@brandonenloe2102]

I should have known it would be sold out after you did the unboxing. I should have pulled the trigger a couple weeks ago loo

[@landontreinen3062]

Got my tactile knife co. Rockwall today and it is soooooooo freaking sweet.

[@Cahwai]

Probably already learned this but lose bearings are used

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

These sold out pretty quickly at my usual retailers. Hope more comes in.

[@nathannettik685]

A zirc or timascus insert to fill the lanyard space could be kinda classy.

[@brodyberry6253]

Sweet review! I think it would be epic if you did a video review of the top 5 or 10 best Tactical blades of all time. that would rock because I’m looking for a really good tactical folder to get & edc, an i appreciate an respect your opinions but ether way have a great day buddy. 🤘🏻

[@spurraticas]

I tactically carry a Gaurdian Tactical Recon Elite. I forget it's there and it can't be seen.

[@dogdrawz1765]

Bought LeftyEDC's CF version. Two things...needs a bit more lock bar clearance & better jimping for front flipping. Other than that, really, really good. BTW, I DIY'd the clearance...so much better.

[@mikeschroeder7703]

re: Wiha - question for you - do you ever use any Torx bits besides the T6 and T8? Do any knives have T7 or T10?

[@mattalarcon5928]

Some Cold Steel pivots are t10 (recon1, ad10) and I'm sure there's others out there. T7, probably not so much.

[@jeffreymliss]

Blade steel is CPM-20CV

[@GOxHAM]

I can't wait to read my knife! 🤣

[@BPrucey]

Very similar to my Keiser T1.

[@reecemesser]

Not really, the only resemblance is the orange peel titanium other than that the T1 has different steel S35VN and it's more of a drop point than the Esprit because to me this looks like a mini spearpoint with a 20CV blade.

[@darylcheshire1618]

Thank you, I have ordered one. I found an Australian supplier where it is in stock. noob question, it has a bearing, does it require lubricant? If I got orange juice on it (for example) and I dismantled it and rinsed it under the tap, dried it and reassembled it should be ok. I know titanium is impervious to “normal” corrosion. I shouldn’t get orange juice on it but it’s not going to be kept in a museum or display case.

[@hongmingloh592]

technically does not need lube since the bearings are ceramic not steel

[@darylcheshire1618]

@@hongmingloh592 Thank you for your reply

[@darylcheshire1618]

update, I never got it, it was out of stock for several months. Today I got an email saying it’s back in stock so I have ordered it. I hope I get it soon.

[@darylcheshire1618]

I finally got it from a retailler in Finland. Was out of stock in Australia for most of a year, WE told me there will be a production run in April 2022.

[@edwardtiangco1445]

A Laconico that I actually want.. yey!

[@hongmingloh592]

When WE asks you if you want to check anything out, you should check out the Roxi 3 by Todd knife and tool

[@metal_complex]

👍👍

[@gside98]

I really like this one. WE's designs are usually too whacked out and weird for me, but this one is fantastic.

[@hunter-tm2kl]

if you think about it, this is a weird knife by WE standards because of how normal it is

[@LarsRibe]

The CF version 🤩

[@jb7707]

Any idea when new hinderer knives will hit retailers?

[@Stahlwerk88]

WMK had a bunch earlier this week too. Sold out immediately, of course.

[@GG-ml3vr]

Its my birthday next week,i can just see the wifes face when i ask for this

[@Nolimitlandon2310]

What’s the difference in 20cv and m390

[@CKshouta]

20cv is made by crucibe and m390 is by bohler practically they are the same.

[@leewahler3058]

Knive is out of stock at Blade HQ

[@joshlangham4320]

Whoa Nelly!!!

[@wupwop]

Heck yes

[@Allislandrenos]

I do believe that I'll get one🔪🔪

[@rjboule35]

Hmmmmmmm, I think I need this knife 😐

[@timnichol6566]

Looks great, but I like the finish durability of carbon fiber. Made me so made at the first snail trail on my spydie chef lol

[@ihave7sacks]

I think the orange peel texture prevents snail trails.

[@thunderlyte3221]

You can't take apart a knife with a tape measure. 🤣🤣 lol cool vid

[@matthuck378]

Anything over $100 better be perfect.