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
I'm quickly learning how much I love Vosteed kmives. I tried a Raccoon rop liner lock and immediately returned it because it was so nice I knew I wanted the nicer knife offered with this lock, the Marten. It is basically a Spyderco Smok (AKA a reverse compression lock with a button). It's very strong, should hardly be compared to a liner lock
The Marten itself is gorgeous, milling provides great texture, smooth and fidgety.
Nice enough to own 3. Two of uir favorite color and 1 of your next fav.
It's only flaw is also shared by certain other Volsteed knives, such as the aluminum Racoon. It uses ful liners when the scale handle material itself is Ridgid enough to not require them
The Marten model is a really cool little folder. It's a good weight for a small folder with just enough heft so it doesn't fly out of your hand. Overall it feels a little small for my large hands, but it's well designed. The contours and milled texture along with light jimping on the blade provide a good grip. The action is nice and snappy, and the blade drops shut (or open) when the lock button is depressed. The textured scales slide in and out of the pocket easily with the deep-carry clip, and the "purple" color is more of a dark dusty blue which I love. My only annoyance is the thumb studs - not a fan of the green color or the straight column structure. I usually prefer a little angle that my thumb can grab, but they're functional.
I had read a solid review of the knife and the online pics looked good. I ordered it as a Christmas gift and I’m sure the recipient will enjoy it. However, when I opened the box there was an odor that is familiar to me and I attribute to items from China. So I was surprised to see the knife made in China. Had I done more diligence prior to my purchase I would have passed and sought a US made knife. For me it was buyer beware.
Clean, sharp great looking knife
Fantastic designs, good quality materials and commitment with innovation and technology.
