Firebird GANZO FH12-SS Pocket Folding Knife D2 Steel Flip Blade All Steel Handle with Clip Survival Tactical Folder Outdoor Camping EDC Knife (Grey)

The GANZO FH13-SS is the best value when it comes to a folder i.e pocket knife one can currently buy. One has to physically hold this knife to have the perspective necessary to gauge the value of this knife. The weight size, mechanicals and quality that go into designing the GANZO FH13-SS is astonishing for the money. Upon inspecting the knife you’ll notice thick stainless steel frame liners that ensure that there will be little to no lateral play or wobble on the blade even when forcing it. The detent mechanism and liner lock is thick and solid; this ensures safe locking of the blade under heavy use. The blade design is fantastic with a high hollow grind drop point, the steel is authentic D2 tool steel with an HRC of 60+ which is a great durable tough steel. The heat treatment is good for the price and type of steel used. The steel is much better than 440A or 420J or 420, 8CR13MOV counterparts, just make sure to keep the knife away from salt water and ensure it stays cleaned after use. The opening mechanism is flip tab based and it is quick and responsive thanks to builtin bearings. The clip is a deep carry type clip, serves well as an EDC knife for work or formal dress with the tip down. For the price there is no way you can go wrong with this knife, as 20 year knife collector I can definitely recommend this flipper.

Ganzo knives are the best at their price point or anywhere close to their price point. I have bought seven Ganzos so far and have been impressed with all of them. This one being no exception. Ganzo's normal steel, 440C, is a darn good deal at 15-20 bucks. Better, in my opinion, than 8Cr13MoV, and perhaps better than AUS-8. But D2, that blows them all out of the park. I was seriously impressed with this knife. The black washed finish looks great. The pivot is super smooth with bearings. Blade centering is perfect. Frame lock works well, even though I am not normally a fan of them, being a southpaw. Top of blade and flipper are well jimped. Includes a g10 backspacer. What surprised me most is that the stainless steel scales are milled out on the inside. This makes the knife feel lighter (still not light), and adds to the quality of the knife. My only complaint with the knife is that the pocket clip (which is supposed to be reversible) can be removed, but due to quality control error, won't fit into the indent on the left hand side. I don't know if this problem is common or not, but for me, right-handed tip-up only. I have depicted next to Spyderco Delica and Manix 2 for size reference, and the FH13 next to some other Ganzos.

Solid build, perfectly centered, fantastic action (opens like a rocket, and falls closed with control), and an absolute razor out of the box. No misconceptions about D2 steel...its not the best, its not the worst...its very good at this price range, and most of the big companies are jumping on this bandwagon on their budget lines. I have not adjusted this blade at all, so its fall-shuttiness is controlled and takes a little(seriously, just a little) wiggle...I'm sure with a little adjustment, or over time, it will get even better (I think I'll give it a little time). It's not titanium, it is stainless steel, and it feels heavier than the G10 scaled FH11 (sweet in its own right), but it matches it at a pube under 4oz...not heavy. Handle is a little blocky (but not sharp) and a little thin at 0.50" (FH11 is 0.62"), but the stainless is surprisingly grippy for how smooth it is. Also quite comfortable during extended use carving wood. As for appearance, the coloration on the blade and scales is absolutely superb! Combined with the awesome blade shape, this thing looks pretty fantastic. Oh yeah, the sound...the metallic clink you get on deployment and subdued click on closure are unbelievably satisfying. Did I mention that it is absolutely razor sharp...like push-cut glide thru phone book paper sharp?! Another great Ganzo purchase, and reliable consistency from Ace Knife

Fabulous knife, Great action. I like that every part is metal. only recommended improvements: 1) the retainer clip bent with normal use. it should be made of spring steel and not bend. it shouldn't be a big deal, if you carry inside your pocket. However, while on a job site and using it often, I prefer to carry outside the pocket. then there's a danger it will get lost. 2) the steel is a bit slippery under the thumb. Wish there were a slight depression to help maintain thumb position. 3). Wish they offered a left handed model.

I bought this Ganzo knife as a light every day carry tool with strength as the primary quality. The knife comes with a 3.5 inch D2 steel blade and stainless steel handle with frame lock. the whole package has a nice Black-Stonewash finish. I was truly amazed at the quality, rock solid lock-up with perfect fit and finish. The D2 blade has been tested and has a hardness of 62 Rc , it certainly cuts very well and keeps its edge. It has fast flipper opening due to roller bearings on the blade pivot. For only $28 and change this is amazing value. The only down side is the carry clip which only has one position. Not as issue for me as I usually take it off and use a belt pouch on a knife of this size.

This is almost scandalous. D2 steel, bearings, drops shut, flippy as all get-out, I think most people would mistake this for a much more expensive knife. Centering is perfect on my knife.Complaints:Would like a thumb ramp rather than just jimpingFrame lock only partially engages with the blade. It is more than enough to solidly lock up but I'd feel better about it if the frame bent in slightly more.I'm trying to find fit and finish issues endemic to knives at this price point and I'm not finding any. If you're skeptical about the D2 steel at this price, you can google around for a few people who have had this tested.Super sharp out of the box.This is actually a really solid knife at budget prices. I can't really think of anything you're sacrificing here; it doesn't feel budget.