I am pretty confident Busse "Could" make a great folder. And I am very confident INFI in particular would be great for a folder blade - but with one possible potential issue:

I tend to like stainless in my folders. I don't like rust and folders are more prone to rust and harder to maintain. So, I would be leary of SR-101 or SR-77 for a folder. INFI would be borderline for low maintenance in my book.

One significant problem I see with an INFI folder is PRICE! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

Based on the prices for a simple little Game Warden or AD, I wouldn't be surprised if an INFI folder went for $350 - $450. .... That doesn't work for me! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/barf.gif" alt="" />

Another question for me is: What would the size and shape of the knife be?

For some people a bulky folder may not be an issue. For me, it is.

No doubt - whatever Busse could or would make would fill a given niche somewhere.

But, I tend to speak for myself. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

For me - I prefer folders with:

- 3.75" - 4.25" blades
- in as small and light-weight (maximize blade to handle ratio),
- yet strong as possible handle,
- with excellent ergonomics,
- great blade design,
- smooth blade movement,
- well designed thumb "Stud" with good access to stud,
- strong lock - but easy to release,
- good - yet simple and functional clip design
- and a clip and scale material that allow for smooth entry and removal from my pocket!
- ... oh and comfortable while "IN" my pocket as well! (I love my RUKUS, but even after many modifications, it still can cause some sore spots when sitting. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

.... I don't ask for too much. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

.

I actually picked up three EDI Genesis I's from a gentleman who bought all of their remaining stock when they went under. He assembles small batches, and brings them to gun shows. He said he is planning to resurect the company.

Hmmmm you cant hate on the Rat Trap but I wish I had 2 or 3.

I was really trying to goat them into making or giving away so info on a folder that might be in the works. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

PSG,

Dan and Jerry obviously don't like giving out info.... even their hints suck!

If Dan or Jerry were to tell us something about a folder, we probably wouldn't know they were talking about a folder. At this point, I can't even be sure Dan is talking about knives (?????) <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />

For example.... what is this:



Or this




Many people spent many hours and pages of posts trying to figure these things out. Bottom line: Nobody has a clue.

For all we know this is just a bunch of jibber garble - Red Hearing - distraction stuff.


Cherry quote on top:





They just like to torture us <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/banghead.gif" alt="" />


Maybe they are afraid of commitment (??????) <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />


If a folder is going to come, we most likely won't really know anything until it is ready to ship.

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That is a great moment when you get to hear the heart beat...good for you guys.

How is the little one handling the fact that they are going to have a little brother or sister?

Best of luck with the VA

Dan

I must admit I was a little leery about the thumb hole at first, and it took me a long time to get used to the lock back because my previous EDC was an Emerson with a liner lock. The lock on this thing is so solid, it sounds like a gun action going into battery when you open it.

Once I got used to those changes everything was great. The only thing I'd do differently next time is not get the combo-edge. The S30V takes such a great edge, the serrations are not really needed. I cut a lot of line at work and thought I needed them but I find that I don't.

There are only 2 things I don't like about this knife, and I plan to fix one of them.

They are: Thumb hole is so large, it makes the spine arch and folded, the knife is very wide. With a stud, this knife would be much more pocket-friendly.

The other thing is it would be nice to have a little more traction grooving cut into the frame and liners along the bottom, and particularly on the top at the butt end for the stab grip.

-C.

edit: minor changes in wording because it's too early to make sense the first time 'round.