I've been watching you on and of for years Stefan. So long I don't even remember how your channel fell into my lap. The amount of time you take to film, edit, and generally showcase these knives make me feel like I'm watching a small documentary. Every video is a small treasure, thank you for sharing your time and these knives with us. I hope to keep watching for many more years to come.
Excellent video and a truly fascinating little knife, clearly very useful and compact. It looks like it would be a great cigar cutter knife too. I hope you're keeping safe and well in these trying times.
Thanks Stefan:-). I guess if one isn’t short of a quid and likes to add to their collection...great. But even Zen and Minimalist approach taken into consideration (which I like) practicality ...mmm...and the price. I’ve got a Leatherman Skeletool KB, and it’s a fabulous little knife to carry in ones pocket and not even know it’s there, it’s so compact. Great blade , well made... and affordable! But chacun sa vie:-). Great you out there Stefan! And don’t go sneezing on any of those knives!!! Cheers
Another great video on a super cool wee knife! Reminds me of a super high quality version of the Kershaw Pub, one of my favourite, if under used knives. Of course, being a frame lock this 40mm behemoth would, by default, be considered an offensive weapon!
Be careful - if these get too well known, it'll be all we're allowed to carry! Apart from in the UK of course, where that vicious framelock could send you to prison. Cool video as always Stefan - you always know the best way to present any knife.
It is a cool design, and many of the designs on the Ensizen webpage are appealing. However, the website is bloody awful. It is impossible to navigate, and there are no prices or information on important features of the products.
wow.. I didn't know sword in latin was ensis. I thought sword was gladius and then spatha. But, I guess they refer to a specific type of sword. Thanks for the bit of education and the great video.
Stefan, a brilliantly presented review. I have several Ensizen knives. Simply superb timeless pieces. Thank your channel and reviews. There is a real passion to be found coupled with excellent taste. I noticed you have a spinning top there which is another interest of mine. May I ask the maker of the spin base please. Very best wishes for 2021, Paul.
@@StefanSchmalhaus Thank you for the info. Yes Vorso make great tops. You can't go wrong with one and the quality of the machining is excellent. I have a couple of them and their OG spinners which were quite pioneering along side Rotablade. Actually my question was about where you obtained the wooden spinning base? If you are looking for a superb non CNC handmade top it is worth speaking to Ash the artisan behind Six1eight in the UK. www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Six1eight Best wishes, Paul.
@@StefanSchmalhaus No problem, I can't keep track of my fountain pens :) I have a really fancy one from United Machining in the States but it a little small. I have had best results with 100mm mirrors or lenses set into a base I have re purposed. Your base looks like another simple, timeless and highly rewarding surface for a few hours spinning tops, admiring knives and messing with pens. Accompanied by a nice strong English Cider and a selection of cheeses. If they ever ban cheese and fine wine (or tea for that matter) life may not be worth living.
30 seconds in, that looks like what the spoiled rich kid brings to work. He won't barely use it though. His dad made him get a job and the managers are close friends with his dad.
I said 30 seconds in. After my initial knee jerk response, this looks like a decent utility blade. I've had and used similar sized knives. I mean no offense in my comments.
And yes, before you ask, I use the same intro music as Peter McKinnon. 🤘🤘🤘
I've been watching you on and of for years Stefan. So long I don't even remember how your channel fell into my lap. The amount of time you take to film, edit, and generally showcase these knives make me feel like I'm watching a small documentary. Every video is a small treasure, thank you for sharing your time and these knives with us. I hope to keep watching for many more years to come.
Thank you for your kind words! Very much appreciated.
Very good as always. It is always a moment of elation when I see you have posted a new video. Thank you!
Thank you for your kind words, Jack!
It reminds me of a minimalist version of a Spyderco McBee,
What a wonderful piece of modern design, and the style of the video was spot on.
Thank you, Mark!
As always, a master class in production values with the content to back them up.
Thank you for your very kind words!
@@StefanSchmalhaus Completely sincere. Always a pleasant day when one of your reviews comes out.
Moin Stefan!
Gefälliges Design und alltagstauglicher Begleiter für die kleinen Schneidaufgaben. 👍
LG Claus
expensive for this little sword...275 €
Excellent video Stefan!
This little knife is so cool.. love the design.
Thank you Stefan!
Absolutely wonderful video about a wonderfully crafted knife. i love my 2 older FDC knives!
Thanks for stopping by, my friend! It was you who pointed me to Filip De Coene a couple of years ago.
@@StefanSchmalhaus You might meet him in Gembloux. If I ever am back in Belgium during that event, I will go too!
Excellent video and a truly fascinating little knife, clearly very useful and compact. It looks like it would be a great cigar cutter knife too. I hope you're keeping safe and well in these trying times.
Thank you! Yes, I'm healthy and safe.
Thanks Stefan:-). I guess if one isn’t short of a quid and likes to add to their collection...great. But even Zen and Minimalist approach taken into consideration (which I like) practicality ...mmm...and the price.
I’ve got a Leatherman Skeletool KB, and it’s a fabulous little knife to carry in ones pocket and not even know it’s there, it’s so compact. Great blade , well made... and affordable! But chacun sa vie:-). Great you out there Stefan! And don’t go sneezing on any of those knives!!! Cheers
Great video Stefan
Another great video on a super cool wee knife! Reminds me of a super high quality version of the Kershaw Pub, one of my favourite, if under used knives. Of course, being a frame lock this 40mm behemoth would, by default, be considered an offensive weapon!
Be careful - if these get too well known, it'll be all we're allowed to carry! Apart from in the UK of course, where that vicious framelock could send you to prison.
Cool video as always Stefan - you always know the best way to present any knife.
Hahaha, you could be right there. - Thank you for your kind words!
An interesting little item to keep on one's Man Cave or office desk. Looks to be very cleanly executed.
Yes, the build quality is impeccable.
Your video displays the art of the design of this knife so well.
That's very kind of you to say! Thanks for watching!
wow, loving the design of this one
Thanks for watching!
Such a clean design.
Editing ist malwieder großartig! Liebe Grüße
Vielen Dank!
Baddest little box cutter ever!
It is a cool design, and many of the designs on the Ensizen webpage are appealing. However, the website is bloody awful. It is impossible to navigate, and there are no prices or information on important features of the products.
I suggested to Filip to add more information.
wow.. I didn't know sword in latin was ensis. I thought sword was gladius and then spatha. But, I guess they refer to a specific type of sword. Thanks for the bit of education and the great video.
Thank you!
Stefan, a brilliantly presented review. I have several Ensizen knives. Simply superb timeless pieces. Thank your channel and reviews. There is a real passion to be found coupled with excellent taste. I noticed you have a spinning top there which is another interest of mine. May I ask the maker of the spin base please. Very best wishes for 2021, Paul.
Paul, thank you very much for your kind words! The spinning top is the Vorso Mk1:
www.vorsospin.com/
@@StefanSchmalhaus Thank you for the info. Yes Vorso make great tops. You can't go wrong with one and the quality of the machining is excellent. I have a couple of them and their OG spinners which were quite pioneering along side Rotablade. Actually my question was about where you obtained the wooden spinning base? If you are looking for a superb non CNC handmade top it is worth speaking to Ash the artisan behind Six1eight in the UK. www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Six1eight
Best wishes, Paul.
I'm sorry, I can't remember where I purchased the wooden base.
@@StefanSchmalhaus No problem, I can't keep track of my fountain pens :) I have a really fancy one from United Machining in the States but it a little small. I have had best results with 100mm mirrors or lenses set into a base I have re purposed. Your base looks like another simple, timeless and highly rewarding surface for a few hours spinning tops, admiring knives and messing with pens. Accompanied by a nice strong English Cider and a selection of cheeses. If they ever ban cheese and fine wine (or tea for that matter) life may not be worth living.
Where I can see the price and knives in stock?
As for now, you have to contact Filip directly.
FDC makes custom knives. This is not Spyderco who have a pallet of knives ready.
MrDagon007 a lot of custom makers has more knives in stock. For example Antony Marfione , Sinkevitch, Strider.
Was wondering if you have any hands on experience with the fontenille pataud pialincu
Specifically the 10.5 cm version
No, I haven't. But I will review the L'Antò by Fontenille Pataud soon.
Hi.Where to but it?thanks
Can't find a price. Can you help with that?
Please contact Filip De Coene!
Wonderful presentation as always. The touch of Zen reminds me of the folding knives by www.rockstead.jp Any review of a Rockstead knife planned?
No review of a Rockstead knife planned so far. But I present the Rockstead SHU-CB in my book.
30 seconds in, that looks like what the spoiled rich kid brings to work. He won't barely use it though. His dad made him get a job and the managers are close friends with his dad.
I'm glad there are no spoiled rich kids among my viewers. 🙄
I said 30 seconds in. After my initial knee jerk response, this looks like a decent utility blade. I've had and used similar sized knives. I mean no offense in my comments.
Too bad that his website has literally zero information available. And no prices :)
It's a minimalist approach to a website. 😉 Don't be shy! Get in touch with Filip if you're interested in his knives.
Seriously? Box Cutter? Where is Wine and Cheese? :)
I needed a change from my routine. 😎
Agree. Cool video!
Thank you!