"Refinement in knife design can mean polishing details on a successful platform or stripping the design down to its founding idea and rebuilding it with better materials and tighter tolerances."
"The Elko Gen 2 keeps the original's core identity as a compact, non-threatening, legally unambiguous keychain blade while re-engineering nearly everything else."
"Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel drives the cutting performance, holding an edge well above its price class and resisting corrosion effectively."
"The scraper tool functions as a pry bar, bottle opener, and flathead screwdriver while doubling as the attachment point for the included titanium key ring."
The Elko Gen 2 by The James Brand refines the original design by using machined aluminum handles and Sandvik 12C27 stainless steel for enhanced performance. The knife retains its compact size and slip-joint mechanism, ensuring it remains user-friendly. The blade measures 1.6 inches, suitable for everyday tasks without being intimidating. It features four anodized aluminum color options and includes a multifunctional scraper tool. Priced at $65, the Elko Gen 2 is designed for practical use rather than storage.
Read at Yanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
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