review – Knives are one of the most common items Electronic data center kits, so we’ve covered many of them here at The Gadgeteer, including several from western network. Each of them impressed me so I am very interested in reviewing WESN collection, a modern version of the friction folding knife. let’s see.
what is it?
WESN Samla is a slim and compact pocket Knife Features a friction fold, premium steel blade, titanium body and two handle material options.
Hardware Specifications
- Process Material Options =
- Grade 5 Titanium
- Grade 5 titanium scale inlaid with rosewood
- Blade Material = Sandvik 14c28n Swedish Steel
- Blade shape = sheep’s foot
- Blade Mechanics = Non-Locking Friction Folder
- Washer = Phosphor Bronze
- weight =
- Titanium = 1.4 oz
- Wood = 1.2 oz
- Closed Length = 3.25″ (8.2 cm)
- Overall length open = 5.7 in (14.4 cm)
- Blade Length = 2.45″ (6.2 cm)
- Width = 0.875 in (2.2 cm)
- Thickness = 0.25 in (0.65 cm)
- Warranty = Lifetime
- Place of Manufacture = China
What’s in the box?
Samla’s packaging is a WESN branded cardboard box, top and bottom halves, wrapped in some type of string or cord. You can use the box to store the knife or simply recycle the box.
The box contains the items shown above and listed below:
- WESN closes the knife
- Fabric drawstring storage bag
- Use and Care Manual
- WESN stickers
- inspection card
A description of where WESN products are manufactured. According to WESN, although their knives are designed in Detroit, Michigan, USA, they are made in China, which is not indicated on their products.
Design and Features
I was impressed with the WESN knives I reviewed before, WESN Allman KnifeThis WESN Microblade 2.0 Knifeand WESN Henry Knife, so I have similar expectations for WESN Samla. Once again my first impressions did not disappoint.
Despite being a very slender, light weight pocket knife, Samla has a solid, well-made feel. The uniform gray coating of its titanium handle assembly is both aesthetically pleasing and tactile, and its smooth surface virtually eliminates fingerprints.
Samla shanks are made of grade 5 titanium, Ti 6Al-4V, often referred to as the “workhorse” of titanium alloys.It is the most commonly used titanium alloy, accounting for more than 50% of the total global titanium usage due to its high strength, low weight, useful formability and high corrosion resistance [see supralloys.com for reference]. Its satin grey titanium handle combined with stainless steel screw and blade gives the Samla a modern minimalist style and feel.
The Samla is a relatively small knife with a closed length of 3.25 inches (8.2 cm) and a width of 0.875 inches (2.2 cm).This is a great size for those of us who don’t like to carry large knives around Electronic data center kit, or unable to carry it for practical reasons. However, unlike many compact pocket knives, the Samla is large enough to be comfortable in the hand.
The Samla is a very thin knife, only 0.25″ (0.65 cm) thick, and the combination of rounded corners and edges helps make it both sized and shaped to be on-the-go.
The Samla Knife has a blade length of 2.45 inches (6.2 cm) and a total opening length of 5.7 inches (14.4 cm). This is a good blade length for an otherwise fairly small pocket knife, which adds a little more utility to the Samla as a compact EDC knife.
Samla’s Blade by Sandvik 14C28N, the latest development in knife steel from the Swedish manufacturer Sandvik. This stainless steel alloy is designed to have excellent edge properties, high hardness and good corrosion resistance.
Additionally, the Samla’s blade shape is a sheepshoe design, which provides a relatively good, sharp tip that is useful where a little precision may be required, and provides a good balance between piercing and slicing.
Samla is a non-locking friction pocket knife. It utilizes a fin-like motion to deploy its blades. The key to quick deployment is the knurling on the back of the Samla blade protrusion, shown above.
As shown above, Samla’s blade can be quickly deployed by placing your index finger on the protruding end of the blade and flicking your finger down onto the handle. It will take a few tries, but you’ll be through all of the above in quick and smooth motion in no time.
Samla knives use miniature stainless steel Torx (also known as star) head screws to secure the handle to the frame. While Torx screwdrivers are not particularly easy to find, they are available, and if you have to disassemble the Sampla, it may be relatively easy to do with the right screwdriver tips.
Samla’s blades are very sharp right out of the package. For relatively simple tasks like cutting into a box, which is very typical for my EDC tasks, Samla is easy and fast to use.
what do I like
- High-quality materials and construction in a modern minimalist style
- Smaller, thinner and more compact tool capabilities
- Practical size for those who can’t EDC a broadsword
- Friction-type folder opening mechanism is easy and fast to use
Areas for improvement
final thoughts
Like the WESN knives I reviewed before, I am very impressed with the Samla knife. Despite its small size, size and weight, it has a very solid look and feel thanks to its thoughtful design, quality materials and careful construction. Its Sandvik 14C28 steel blade is sharp and durable, and its friction-type fold-to-open mechanism is easy to operate and feels very smooth and sturdy when it pops open. Because of its compact size and smooth edges, it’s a great size for EDC fans like me who can’t actually carry a larger knife in their everyday kit. For its price, the WESN Samla is worth a look for anyone looking for a small, very thin, light, high-quality folding knife for a minimalist EDC.
price: $115 for titanium, $90 for rosewood
where to buy (this: WESN.com
resource: This product sample is provided by WESN.com.
