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Friday, 02 August 2024 17:33

Kizer Comorant

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The Kizer Cormorant, designed by Yue Dong (Doctor EDC), is a blend of intricate design and fidget-friendly features. Yue Dong, while completing his dissertation, designed this knife primarily for its fidgeting capabilities, reflecting his enthusiasm for knives. Despite being a knife enthusiast who primarily uses knives for casual tasks, Yue's detailed approach shines through in this design. The Cormorant features a patented locking mechanism that combines the benefits of a button lock while minimizing unintended release. This innovative lock design provides a unique, springy feel and ease of tension adjustment.

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Design and Ergonomics:
The Cormorant’s design stands out with its angular lines and prominent clip point blade, a departure from Yue's more recent, flowing designs. The G10 handle, though very grippy, tends to be overly abrasive, often chewing up pockets like a new puppy. The knife’s milled pattern gives it an aesthetic reminiscent of a PlayStation console. The deep pocket clip, adjustable for the right amount of tension, adds to its practicality, although it came too tight out of the box and needed some adjustment.

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Deployment and Functionality:
The knife offers Yue's signature trifecta for deployment: two flipper tabs (front and rear) and a thumb hole. While all three methods work effectively, the front flipper isn’t as easy to manipulate compared to other designs by Yue. The large thumb hole serves as an effective thumb ramp, enhancing the knife’s usability. The blade’s S35VN steel and hollow grind ensure it cuts through materials effortlessly.

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Performance:
The blade’s performance is top-notch, slicing through tasks like butter thanks to the combination of high-quality S35VN steel and the precision of the hollow grind. The knife’s overall length and weight make it a comfortable carry for daily tasks, especially for those who, like Yue, use their knives for light-duty tasks such as opening packages.

Conclusion:
While the Kizer Cormorant showcases a well-thought-out design, it does feel distinct from Yue's newer creations. The handle's grippiness is both a pro and a con, depending on the user's preference. The angular design and prominent clip point blade give it a unique look that may not appeal to everyone. However, the knife’s performance, fidget-friendly features, and thoughtful details make it a commendable addition to any collection.

Specifications:
- Overall Length: 7.32''/186 mm
- Designer: Yue
- Blade Grind: Hollow
- Blade Style: Clip Point
- Blade Length: 3.23''/82 mm
- Blade Thickness: 0.12''/3.0mm
- Blade Material: S35VN
- Handle Length: 4.125"/104.775 mm
- Handle Material: G10
- Pocket Clip: Tip-Up, reversible
- Weight:** 3.10 oz./88 g

Pros:
- High-quality S35VN steel blade with a hollow grind for excellent cutting performance.
- Unique, fidget-friendly deployment options with two flipper tabs and a thumb hole.
- Deep, adjustable pocket clip for secure and convenient carry.
- Ergonomic design tested for comfort, suitable for larger hands.
- Innovative locking mechanism that enhances safety and usability.

Cons:
- G10 handle is excessively grippy, potentially damaging pockets.
- Front flipper is not as easy to manipulate as other designs by Yue Dong.
- Angular design and aesthetics may not appeal to everyone.
- Initial pocket clip tension may require adjustment out of the box.

David Bowen

As Co Founder of Multitool.org David has been a multitool enthusaist since the 90's.  David has always been fascinated with the design inginuity and uselfulness of multitools.

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