I was talking with a group of fellow knife enthusiasts when we began discussing Blaise Golden and his creation of the Caliber. Come to find out that the “button lock/frame lock” combo was his sweet brain child I figured I needed to give it a try. So I went on the website, ordered me a knurled smoke magnacut fidget monster caliber 2. Shipping took maybe 4 days out to me in Hawaii which is always awesome when it arrives faster than projected. The unboxing was awesome. Felt far beyond premium and was very very pleasant. First, second, and third impressions of the knife are that it’s the ONLY knife I’ve encounter from a production line that is truly worth every penny and probably worth even more than the current asking. Excellent action, absolutely zero lock stick, lock rock, the scales feel rock solid and grippy but not a pocket grinder. The finish on the blade is outstanding and most importantly, the button frame lock combo is by far better than any button lock on the market. Huge props to Mr. Golden and his knives. Will definitely recommend to anyone and everyone.
It's absolutely incredible. The texturing is perfect, slices like a dream, and has an amazing action. Also has what's easily become my favorite locking mechanism. Very fidgety and makes for a perfect cutting tool. Some might find it a little too large, but it still manages to fit perfectly in the hand. 10/10
My first Golden Designworks product received as I have a Slim on order. I love this knife. I love how much fun it is to fidget with I particularly like the way it feels in the hand. It’s got good weight and looking at its sleek lines is so relaxing . Mine is fluted. It’s just beautiful. It’s nice to have a product that’s so well-made I also like the improvement to the Belt clip (Batch 2). My own complaint is the lack of availability of the Timascus( Batch 2) Kit! Please Advise when they available. Thank You Blaise!!! ( what’s up your sleeve next time?
I bought one of the original Calibers last year in a fancier version. Was very glad to see the 2nd batch offered this year and ordered another in a different version. I am thrilled with it and as I collector with an insane amount of knives, I. An honestly say this might be the best knife out there, certainly in the tip top tier. It’s the prefect size, has the sexiest blade shape, and is super fidgety with an abundance of deployment options for anyone’s particular tastes. I have oodles of top brand high dollar American made knives that I would still put both my calibers high above on a favorites list. It really, truly is an amazing knife that you will always want to carry!
I bought this knife because I liked the materials it was made from and thought it had a funky look to it. Feels great in the hand, well balanced. Fit and finish is awesome. Love it.
The Nugget has a great design with attention to many details lacking in more expensive knives. I like everything about this little jewel.
Batch 2 is an improvement on a design that was already very good. All of the changes have further refined the knife.
Wow. I’ve wanted this knife for about 10 months. I promised myself I would get one the best time they became available. I got the knurled titanium in smoke with the Timascus kit. Put skiffs on it. It’s so smooth. For the knife to be as big as it is, it sure is smooth. And incredibly light. The blade is super slicey. I liked it so much; I went and got the carbon fiber version. I only wish I could get a Timascus kit for that one too. The internals are great, the milling is precise. Even has branding on the inside of the scales. Again; this thing is LIGHT. it carries like a smaller knife. If you are on the edge about getting one, use this as a sign to pull the trigger on it. Thank you Blaise, again, for such a well designed knife that was executed perfectly.
One of my favorite knives I own, amazing choil and absolutely solid lockup with amazing action. It’s got it all
I was beyond impressed with the Nugget!!! The knife itself is high quality materials and the action is unreal. You made me a believer!!!
Excellent design and production work. Cannot beat the price point and my preference is for larger folders but this Nugget feels nice in the hand and deploying the blade is effortless.
Just received my Nugget and I’m very impressed. Had worried a bit that it might be too small but it’s actually a great size for a small knife and fits in hand nicely. Action is smooth & crisp. Blade is very sharp and I love the shape. This is my second Golden Designworks knife and they have both exceeded my expectations!
After I purchased the knife I reached out about some things and got a response right away. Knife came to me perfect!! 10/10 would definitely recommend.
The engineering is amazing, fit and finish are as well. I've truly enjoyed carrying this peace of art.
I like the use of 154CM. Nicely made. Smooth opening and closing. Glad I picked this up.
Looking for a edc knife? Look no further. This little nugget is huge with features. Beautiful deployment, great ergonomics, and even better fantastic customer support. Highly recommended product. I will always keep one in my collection.
Great little knife. Really sharp out of the box and I can hardly tell it’s in my pocket. Exactly what I was looking for. There’s something about the scales on these knives that’s almost velvety. Just different from anything else I’ve felt. My Standard is the same way and I love it.
Pluses -Design is great. Multiple deployments, sharpness of the blade, geometry, value, ease of disassembly and very good fit and finish.
Only negative and it’s not enough to drop a star is the reach of the thumb studs. While optimal for thumb deployment, my pants treat the pull out like an Emerson wave design.
My only recommendation is to have the thumb studs removable and have one flush with the scales. The off side. See the winter blade Severn for easy magnet attached studs.
Don’t do one since that is a disappointment for all of us sebenza owners. Do 2 with one shaved down and include the replacement full in the package.
Yes. Do that it think about it for your next ones.
5 stars .
Great feel in hand, perfect size. Blade wicked, materials fit finish chefs kiss! Button liner lock release is smooth and dependable, far better/stronger than button lock alone!
Great looking knife. Great blade action, Love the milling work done on the scales. Made this knife my new EDC. Also GREAT QUALITY.. THANK YOU.
I hardly know it’s ln my pocket. It’s
all the knife you need for every day carry, plus some !Please shoot me an email on any new releases . Thanks
Love this big slicey blade. Great ergos with those amazing textured, contoured scales. Jimping on the blade is great. And the plethora of deployment options makes this a dream. And then to top of off with frame lock and button lock? A real winner.
I've got medium sized hands and I do love front flippers. There's a of couple things I've learned through the years about front flippers and that is that they're hard to get right since hands come in all shapes and sizes. Specifically for the Nugget, when I front flip, my thumb tends to land in a place between the handle and the thumbstud and gets pinched causing deployment to fail. I have to be extra conscientious about getting my thumb out of the way when flicking it open. If there was a thumb hole or fuller version, this would not be an issue for me. Outside of that one minor nit pick, the deployment and fidget factor is great. Fit and finish are great. Action is great. No other complaints to be had.