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Psyop - Top Liner Lock Knife (3.32" Elmax Blade & Current Micarta Handle) - A2223
Quick Verdict
The Psyop is a budget-friendly EDC folder featuring a 3.32" Elmax blade with excellent wear resistance and corrosion protection. The premium Current Micarta handles offer unique natural aesthetics with excellent grip, while the button-operated Top Liner Lock provides intuitive operation. Smooth ceramic ball-bearing deployment via front flipper or thumb hole, reversible deep-carry clip, and sleek aluminum accents round out this versatile everyday carry.
What We Like
- Elmax blade steel with excellent wear resistance and corrosion resistance
- Premium Current Micarta handles with unique natural grain patterns
- Smooth ceramic ball-bearing deployment with multiple opening options
- Reversible deep-carry clip for versatile carry options
- Sleek aluminum pivot collar and backspacer for durability and style
Considerations
- Top Liner Lock may not be as secure as frame locks for heavy use
- Button-operated lock mechanism may require adjustment period
Overview
Specifications
Model: A2223
Blade Length: 3.32" | 84.40 mm
Overall Length: 8.01" | 203.50mm
Blade Width: 1.22" | 31.00 mm
Blade Thickness: 0.138" | 3.50 mm
Blade Material: Elmax
Blade Grind: Flat
Blade Style: Drop Point
Blade Finish: Satin
Hardness: HRC 61±1
Handle Length: 4.70" | 119.40 mm
Handle Width: 0.94" | 24.00 mm
Handle Thickness: 0.531" | 13.50 mm
Handle Material: Current Micarta
Color: Canvas Rag Burl - Green
Weight: 4.31 oz | 122.20 g
Opener: Thumb Hole | Front Flipper
Lock Type: Top Liner Lock
Pivot Assembly: Caged Ceramic Ball Bearing
Pocket Clip: Reversible | Stainless Steel
Carry Position: Tip-up
Knife Type: Manual Folding
Backspacer Material: Aluminum
Backspacer Color: Golden
Button Material: Stainless Steel
Button Color: Gray
Pivot Collar Material: Aluminum
Pivot Collar Color: Golden
Designer: Geoff Blauvelt
We're excited to introduce a budget-friendly version of our popular Psyop!
This latest release brings the same bold design and performance you love — now upgraded with a new handle made from Current Micarta by Current Composites (USA).
When a color explosion hits the Psyop — boom!
A fresh new look is here. Together with Geoff Blauvelt (TuffKnives), we've upgraded the handle with premium Current Micarta from Current Composites (USA) — delivering a refined texture, excellent grip, and that unmistakable natural feel.
Each handle is one of a kind, with its own unique grain and color variation — no two Psyops are ever exactly the same. That's the beauty of Current Micarta.
To top it off, the aluminum pivot collar and backspacer add a sleek touch of contrast, making the design pop even more.
The new Micarta Psyop also comes with a reversible deep-carry clip, ensuring comfortable use for both left- and right-handed users.
Workhorse for the Tasks
The Psyop features 3.32"" Elmax blade that has excellent wear resistance, good corrosion resistance, and high dimensional stability. The 0.137” (3.5mm) thick (finished) Elmax blade has both a generously ground belly for effortless slicing and a pointed tip for accurate piercing. Whether you're slicing through packages, performing detailed tasks, or tackling outdoor activities, the Psyop is up to the challenge.
Intuitive and Fun Action
The Psyop features a button-operated Top-liner lock, which combines intuitive operation, high sturdiness, as well as fun fidget experiences.
The oblong-shaped button is easy to access and fits the overall knife style seamlessly. Equipped with a ceramic ball-bearing system, the Psyop can be smoothly deployed with both a front flipper and thumbhole.
Especially, the height and angle of the front flipper are precisely engineered for ultimate thumb swipe open action. Once the knife is deployed, the front flipper will merge with the continuation line of the handle to form an eye-pleasing sleek profile.
Technical Specifications
8 specs Brand Vosteed
Category Knives
Weight 122.2g (4.3 oz)
Material Micarta
Blade Steel Elmax
Blade Length 3.32mm
Blade Shape Drop Point
Lock Type Liner Lock
Opening Type Flipper, Thumb Hole