The Adélie
The Adélie
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The Adélie is the utility knife that makes it all worth it having to remember how to type the ` over the E like that. There are box cutters in the world, but none of them snap open automatically off of your pocket, and they're for sure not shaped like a penguin.
You can trust me on this one, that
never gets old.
Thus the Adélie is not a switchblade — It's even better than one!
Now that the patent on the Axis lock is expired, anyone can have a bash at a crossbar knife lock design. And when they say "anyone," we're not kidding around. The Adélie has what may just be the most robust locking mechanism on any 3D printed knife ever. Flip the blade carrier open and it locks automatically, positively, securely. Simply slide the nub to the rear to unlock.
And just like the very best crossbar lockers, you can hold the lock back and easily "Axis flick" it open or closed.
The Adélie sports colorful textured scales and includes a reversible deep carry pocket clip. Weighing just under 30 grams, it's ready to be your ultra lightweight daily companion. Why pay for carbon fiber and titanium? Those fancy materials are for chumps.
Accepts standard Stanley style trapezoid utility knife blades. One blade included.
The Adélie's mechanical components are printed in ABS plastic which is both impact and heat resistant, moreso than ordinary PLA which is the typical 3D printing material. The scales, screws, and clip are printed in colorful PLA.
Since it is a 3D printed assembly that is at the end of the day just made out of plastic, the Adélie carries no warranty except for replacement of any parts which are found to be broken or defective at the time of arrival. It's more than durable enough for everyday use opening boxes and packages, but I can't believe I have to tell you that it obviously won't withstand prying, rough twisting, hammering, or elsewise being smashed.
