And here we come to one of the nicest features on the GM5… the 3D texturing on that contoured and rounded handle. An alternative to r/knives. BUY ONE! PVD Stonewashed finish.

By using this site, you accept our. The ACE Grand uses American-made canvas Micarta for the rounded scales and has nested liners and a strong liner lock. This is something you can get on many knives in the market. While the Grand is designed to be a worker, it’s also a looker. And the GM5, despite its hefty size and overall strength, is the exact opposite of that. Everything seems to have had a lot of attention to detail on both the design and production side. Will be removed during engraving process. Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress. (A): Excellent/Great: This is something that is above what I would expect for knives in the general market, and is likely to be somewhat subjective. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Giant Mouse GM5. And the GM5 as a functional outdoor tool can be easily used to pop-open a bottle of beer, of course in the closed position and with the hardened spine of the blade – not the Ti handle! Vox and Anso have got something special in the water they are drinking or something. Love it. The wire clip on the Grand is excellent. Additional engraving instructions (optional): Bohler M390 blade steel provides excellent cutting performance and corrosion resistance. Appearance (Great): The overall handle has a wonderful wave pattern in it, similar to the bottom of a Sperry Topsider.

Packaging (Great) Packaging is great for the price point, they do a good job, wrapping it in multiple layers. The ACE Grand is a pretty true homage to the GM5 with different materials, a liner lock, and Italian production. I also whittled a lot during that week in the wilderness, and the GM5 just slices big chunks of wood off spruce sticks and branches. It manages to combine a classic blade shape with modern touches very well. Well, I can, but as far as I know tortures of any kind are not permitted, neither in the EU nor in US any more. The Elmax steel is also a great choice. And last but not least it’s just a joy to look at. Right hand pocket to be exact .

In most EU countries, and even in some states in the US, the last thing you want is to be caught with a knife, which is immediately categorized as a ‘deadly weapon’ by authorities. from tip to forward-most aspect of frame. They run very smoothly and the detent on the liner lock is just about perfect.

It’s a mostly full flat grind that tapers down to a very reasonable 23 thousandths behind the edge. A high Saber Flat Grind makes this knife a strong but very effective slicer, and the pronounced swedge gives it a fine point for penetration, without losing strength at the tip. E-mail your comments/questions about this site to:ShootingIllustrated@nrahq.orgFor questions/comments about Shooting Illustrated magazine, please e-mail:Publications@nrahq.orgYou can contact the NRA via phone at: NRA Member Programs1-800-672-3888, To advertise on Shooting Illustrated, visit nramediakit.com for more information. Sep 9, 2018 #1. wundergussy Gold Member Gold Member. The collaboration came about when the two Danes were having a few cocktails with American entrepreneur Jim Wirth at a knife show. And you should definitely go check one out. The Grand does carry a bit tall in the pocket just because it’s a fairly bulky design, but the angle of clip does a great job of minimizing it. The Biblio is a stout EDC folder in the GiantMouse ACE Line.

In addition, the wave pattern is amazing for grip for a titanium frame lock knife. Full Production Update to a Legend Giant Mouse is the wonderful lovechild of world-renowned knife designers and makers Jens Anso and JesperVoxnaes. The collector is one of my best friends in the world, and his joy was beyond words. Priced just below $350 it’s in line with the high-end production folders market.

Engineering (Okay): I feel as though it was originally designed to have a flipper and it was removed mid design. It’s not cheap for a production knife, but you get a lot of premium for each penny you spend on it. Weight: 4.73 oz It’s a knife that others will be judged against.

It reminds me of the finish on my Kershaw Link. The same applies to cutting through hard materials or multi-layer cardboard. Please note, engraving may delay processing time beyond two business days, but no more than four business days under normal circumstances. It gives a lot of cutting area while also providing a tip that’s accurate enough for detail work but isn’t so delicate that you’re likely to snap it off. Early Access to Limited And Exclusive Products Before They Drop! The blade is made from Bohler M390 steel with a thin flat grind and a fine cutting edge for easy slicing. Giant Mouse GM5 and GMP5. All the corners are nicely smoothed and rounded. The jimping on the back of the blade is prefect for resting your thumb.

“I truly get that not everyone likes wire pocket clips. This new knife is also a looker. Women On Target® Instructional Shooting Clinics, Volunteer At The Great American Outdoor Show, Marion P. Hammer Women Of Distinction Award, Women's Wildlife Management / Conservation Scholarship, National Youth Shooting Sports Ambassadors, NRA Outstanding Achievement Youth Award Presented by Brownells, National Youth Shooting Sports Cooperative Program, I Carry: Kahr PM9 Pistol in a Safariland Pocket Holster, © 2020 National Rifle Association of America. (B) Good: Something that sets it above the competition with respect to price point and generally accepted performance. “With the GM5, we set out to create what we felt would be a “magnum opus” - the ultimate GiantMouse folder to date.

It’s mindblowing how close it is to the Slysz Bowie in size and shape. However, over the last couple of years, Giant Mouse has decided to feed the knife-collecting masses what they want by going into full production under the ACE name. The Grand has a beautiful and perfectly flush bronzed titanium backspace. Appearance (Okay): The detail breaks down a bit as you look very closely, revealing a slightly rough machining pattern. Log in ; Cart (0) Checkout Home; GiantMouse; ACE; Fixed; Hard & Soft Goods; Our Story; Reviews; Knives Done Right! Access to the liner lock is above average but may be an issue when wearing really thick gloves. It checked all the boxes,” said GiantMouse CEO Jim Wirth. The GM5 rides tip-up in a right-hand pocket and there’s no way to reverse it for a safe left side carry – southpaws should consider that fact. Pivot Mechanism:  Ball bearings. I never leave the house without it.

The Giant Mouse GM5 was designed to be a harder use/bushcrafting/hunting folder. Bryan J. I got this knife last year in 2018 and been using it quite a lot. Stonewashed finish. I recently picked up this model in the G10 handles and its just as good as my other one.

Appearance (Very Good): This looks like a Vox Anso knife and you can tell immediately. You’re all wrong, but I get it.”. The clip is very nice, as it is on all the Giant Mouse premium folders – 3D carved in Titanium and blue anodized to match the pivot collar.

I can also do this with a Sebenza or my 940 with a similar amount of force. They have great lightweight and EDC options and even some very good gent’s knives, but like any good wrestling stable, they needed a big enforcer. It just glides through cut material. Engineering (Very good): Overall well made, with excellent milling work. Thread Status: Not open for further replies. The Grand has a blade tip that is fine enough for detail work, but not too delicate for piercing. Made in good old Italy, with top materials (Ti & Elmax) and using top-tier technologies (ball bearing pivot, lock insert, 3D CNC textured handle).

Dimensions:Blade Length:  3.3125" (81.14mm) - measured from tip to forward-most aspect of frame.Blade Thickness:  0.157" (4mm)Frame Length:  4.5" (114.3mm)Overall Length:  7.875" (200mm)Weight:  5.1oz (144.58g). It also act as a stop-point for your thumb or index finger when you choke up on the blade for skinning or precise tip-cuts. The GM5 is the kind of folder that we feel checks all boxes; Awesome materials Great ergonomics Perfect fit and finish Great steel Carries nicely Fun! This knife is a perfect addition to the Giant Mouse lineup. Your email address will not be published. The jimping section at the base of that swedge helps it too. It looks almost organic, but there is still a kind of mathematic structure. A cool design with an even cooler look and finish.

MSRP for the Ace Grand from Giant Mouse knives is $185. The Grand is very snappy and easy to deploy, whether you’re using a conventional thumb flick or a reverse middle finger flick.

So you can expect great edge retention… but more on that later on. PVD Stonewashed finish. Overall (B+): Solid knife with great ergonomics. Like any good wrestling stable, they needed a big enforcer.”. The Micarta handles provide enough grip for most situations without being so rough that they’ll damage your pockets.

Get the Shooting Illustrated Reloaded newsletter for at-a-glance access to industry news, gear, gun reviews, videos and more—delivered directly to your Inbox. Then it’d be an absolutely perfect wilderness folder in my book. It definitely falls into the “super steel” category but isn’t nearly as difficult to sharpen as some other stills in this stratosphere can be. This GMP5 was exactly as presented, in pristine condition with original packaging and everything. Kaizen1, Kabanstva, wickettedge and 3 others like this. This one is moving on and GM5 will remain my only GM for now. Your input is very much appreciated.

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