David Lespect is from the Drome department in France and has been making knives for about 17 years. His knives have a global appeal. They are very collectible, and highly regarded by both his peers and collectors. David makes some of the finest slip-joints, fixed blades, and locking folding knives, available anywhere. From raw materials to the meticulous construction and assembly, it is all about the fit and finish of the knife. He has mastered the ability of making a piece that is both functional, as well as pleasing to see and hold. His fit and finish is second to none, each knife having incredible detail.
This liner-lock, front flipper is brand new from David at the 2024 Blade Show. The "cleaver-shaped" blade is David's own Damascus, made from 450 layers of 80crv2 and 15n20 steels. The liners and tip-up mounted pocket clip are both titanium. The scales are beautiful Rag Micarta. David has done an outstanding job of shaping the handle, so that the knife melts in the palm of your hand. His ergonomics are outstanding. He has even "beveled" the length of the Rag Micarta backspacer, so that it flows with the contour of the handle. David has also added just enough jimping on the blade spine to assist with flipping the blade open with your thumb. The blade flips open super smooth and quick. You don't have to flip the blade. Although there is no nail nick, there is plenty of blade available should you want to pinch it to open. The blade has just the right detent, locks up rock solid, sits dead center in the liners, and the early lock-up liner exhibits absolutely no lock stick. The knife comes in a brown leather slip pouch with blue stitching and Certificate Of Authenticity, both provided by David. This knife is perfect!
