Overview
Poikilo Blade Futuristic Series Al Khem S01 - Pearlescent Stonewash Blade - Titanium Handles (New $3495)
The term ‘Poikilo’ is derived from the scientific term ‘Poikilotherm,’ which describes organisms, such as lizards, that possess a variable body temperature fluctuating in harmony with their environment … In a similar vein, we aspire for our products to adapt to the dynamic shifts within the knife community, bringing both satisfaction and joy to their owners.” — Poikilo Blade co-founder Andy Wang.
We are a knife company founded by two passionate knife enthusiasts. Our design and craftsmanship reflect our commitment to delivering enjoyment and value to every community member.
Specifications:
Model: Futuristic Series Al Khem - Standard 01
Overall Length: 9.99"
Blade Length: 4.56"
Blade Thickness: 0.295"
Blade Steel: Böhler M390
Blade Style: Dagger
Blade Finish: PearlescentStonewash
Edge Type: Plain
Handle Material: Titanium
Handle Finish: Pearlescent Stonewash
Backspacer Material: Titanium
Pivot Collar Material: Titanium
Opener: Flipper Tab
Weight: 13.97 Ounces
This Knife:
Blade: Transforming dagger blade made from Bohler M390 steel.
Opener: Gravity-operated blade that releases with the press of a tab.
Handle: Meaty titanium handle with an alien-like design and a dark stonewash finish.
Poikilo Blade AL-Khem:
The Poikilo Blade AL-Khem is a massive knife that looks, feels, and sounds like it just dropped out of a UFO. This thing has a lot going on. Let's get the big thing out of the way first: the transforming blade. It looks like a fairly standard dagger blade with some screws until you rotate the pivot rings. Open it now and the blade will split into three, the two edges moving away from the middle on a series of little connectors. While it may be easy to imagine the split blade as flimsy, it's actually extremely ridged. In the standard configuration, the two main halves meet seamlessly.
To open it, pull down and back on the segmented protrusion at the top of the spine. This will disengage two locks and allow the blade to swing freely. That's when the sound and feel come into play: Two tuning fork-like components inside each side of the handle vibrate and ring whenever the knife is opened or closed, adding to the alien vibe and making it seem like it has an inner energy. Said vibe is further enhanced by the detailing on the knife's spine, all machined from titanium.
Lastly, if you'd like to double-secure the blade open, you can move the stop pin to the other side, turning the piece into a virtual fixed blade. While the AL-Khem's not made to be a practical cutter, there's nothing else like it on the market, and it's a testament to Poikilo's ability to manufacture and assemble extremely complex, high-quality knives.
Comes with velcro case. New condition.