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I have a good grasp of  what the run of the mill Vic uses for handles scales (Cellidor)

Cellidor is a trademark name for a thermoplastic "cellulose ester" which consists of approximately 45% cellulose,  It has been in sue for over 100 years.  Unlike Celluloid it will not gas out.  It is more environmentally friendly than normal thermoplastics.  It is said to have  pleasantly warm and soft surface that is  self-polishing and can be made in a wide range of colors.

Does anyone know what patented Nylon the Victorinox SAKs use?  I'm assuming it is some type fiberglass reinforced nylon but don't really know.  I'm also assuming that it was an original specification for the 108mm German Army Knife contract.

Finally what are the dual density scales made of.  As I don't have one of these knives, I have no clue what two materials make up the "duo"  Are they just Nylon and Cellidor or are the Nylon with some other type of material?

Thanks for any help that can be offered.

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Toby,

I just now found your query. It sounds like you have a fairly decent grasp on most of the handle materials that are commonly found on Victorinox and Wenger knives. Probably better than mine, at least?

But the dual density models, like the 2008 new Soldier knife, are a different animal altogether in that they add a rubberized 2nd element. I don't know what it is or even how to describe it, save to say that it really improves the grip of the knife and feels really good in your hand. Think warm fuzzies in the palm of your hand. (did he really say that?)

I apologize if I haven't answered your questions to the degree that you were hoping. I really just wanted to acknowledge that I DID read what you had to say and pondered the questions you were asking. So, please, accept my meager effort as nothing more--or less--that a very late--like 5 months late--form of validation for this discussion. Okay?

Cheers, my friend.

Post Scriptus: Here are 3 examples of Victorinox and Wenger knives that have Dual Density Scales. The knife in the middle is a Victorinox new Soldier knife and the other 2 are Wenger knives...

I should hasten to add that it is the black portions on each of the 3 knives whose pictures I have posted above that are the "rubberized" elements on these knives. The rest of the handle seems to be what you have already described as a fiberglass re-enforced nylon or cellidor. Think plastic.

Tobias,

             I know you have seen his site , but I thought I would provide the link to a page I found there on the handles, I don't think it answers the question, but is interesting.http://jeroensvictorinox.blogspot.com/p/main-blade-stamps.html

 

 

 

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