Jens Ansø Casino grey with Timascus Backspacer and clip
Casino RoyaleWith the Monte Carlo, Jens Ansø has already created a true EDC classic - now the new model Casino has followed.The ingenuity of the Monte Carlo ( lovingly called "Monty" by us) lies on the one hand in its modern and unpretentious appearance, the non-existent locking mechanism and the resulting legal carry of the knife in public.With the Casino, Ansø once again uses the construction with the two locking springs embedded in the handle scales, which hold the blade but do not lock it. This time, however, the look is completely different from the Monte Carlo. Where the Monte Carlo had a cool, industrial charm, the Casino appears much smoother and more streamlined.The handle of the casino, made of Titanium, appears a little more elegant and round due to its curved shape.The blade is also clearly different from that of the Monte Carlos. The flat grind ensures optimal cutting performance and the finely tapered tip allows even the most precise cutting work. As with all Ansø knives, the Casino uses RWL-34 steel produced by Damasteel in Sweden, which was invented especially for the knifemaking legend Bob Loveless. This alloy is wonderfully suited for blade production, because on the one hand it is very resistant against rust, but on the other hand it brings great edge retention.Another innovation compared to the Monte Carlo is the pocket clip. The clip of the casino is less high and therefore allows a deep carry of the knife.Each Anso knife comes with a leather pouch, handmade bei Jens in his workshop.
Version:
Grey titanium, pocket clip and backspacer blue
Jens Anso - Monte Carlo V2 Titanium
version 2.0
Titanium handle scales
Blade made of RWL 34 Handrubbed
Including certificate and leather sheath
Cool GentlemanThere is hardly any other place in the world where elegance, glamour, high-tech as well as old and new come together in such a spectacular way as in Monte Carlo on the coast of the city-state of Monaco. The legendary Formula 1 race in the time-honored streets of the principality is considered to be one of the most difficult of all and always ensures high excitement in motor sports. But even if you are not a motorsport fan, you will like this little EDC companion.
The choice of name for this great Ansø knife could hardly be more appropriate.
The incredibly clear line and the choice of materials that go hand in hand with it, make the Monte Carlo appear both discreet and noble and sporty and relaxed. The handle is an open titanium construction, which is connected on the back by a colored anodized titanium backspacer. The open design makes it very easy to clean the knife after use, for example if dirt is on the inside.
For the blade, the veteran and excellent RWL-34 steel was used, which has proven to be an excellent blade steel over the years. This alloy, invented by Damasteel in Sweden, is produced using a powder metallurgy process and is basically an update to the American and popular 154CM steel. By the way, the abbreviation RWL stands for Robert Waldorf Loveless, one of the most important knifemakers of all time, who loved to use this steel for his blades. RWL-34 has a high edge retention and a very good corrosion resistance so that you can work with food completely harmless.
The real highlight of the Monte Carlo, however, besides the great looks, is the closure technology. Strictly speaking, you don't have a real lock here, but a so-called friction folder. This means that the blade is only held by two detent balls to the right and left of the blade root, which gives you a very smooth blade action and an incredibly defined engagement of the blade.
But what does V2 actually mean?Jens Anso has once again thought about how he can improve the Monte Carlo. The result is new titanium screws, a uniform width of the handle scales, and even better and more precise machining processes. Your Monte Carlo comes with a small leather sheath that protects the surface from scratches when you just want to put the knife in your pocket.
Colors:Gray
Basically the standard color of the Monte Carlo, a bit lighter than for example the gray of the Chris Reeve knives. This knife has a blue anodized backspacer and clip.
Anso Prybar12 Stonewashed Titanium With Timascus Inlay
pocket pry bar
and bottle opener
made of titanium
stonewashed finish
timascus inlay
It´s twelve o'clock in New Zealand...
Prying is something you really shouldn't do with a knife. Sure: a really sturdy full tang survival blade might take such a beating without any complaint. But espacially folding knives with thinner blade stock are less forgiving and might break on you.
Therefore, small pry tools have recently become more and more popular in the EDC community. Now there is also is such a mini pry bar from Jens Ansø. With its 10 cm the Prybar12 is still compact enough that it could still be attached to the keychain without bothering the user. Those who prefer to carry the Prybar12 in their pocket can do so with the integral pocket clip.
Like all Ansø tools, the Prybar12 is completely manufactured in his workshop in Denmark. The titanium is first blasted, then stonewashed and finally color anodized.
By the way, the name of this tool alludes to the saying that its 12 o'clock somewhere in the world right now! Cheers!
Technical specifications:
Length:
97 mm
Width:
26 mm
Thickness:
5 mm
Weight:
approx 40 g
Material:
titanium
Finish:
sand blasted and stonewashed
Inlay:
timascus
version 2.0
Titanium handle scales
Blade made of RWL 34 Handrubbed
Including certificate
Cool GentlemanThere is hardly any other place in the world where elegance, glamour, high-tech as well as old and new come together in such a spectacular way as in Monte Carlo on the coast of the city-state of Monaco. The legendary Formula 1 race in the time-honored streets of the principality is considered to be one of the most difficult of all and always ensures high excitement in motor sports. But even if you are not a motorsport fan, you will like this little EDC companion.
The choice of name for this great Ansø knife could hardly be more appropriate.
The incredibly clear line and the choice of materials that go hand in hand with it, make the Monte Carlo appear both discreet and noble and sporty and relaxed. The handle is an open titanium construction, which is connected on the back by a colored anodized titanium backspacer. The open design makes it very easy to clean the knife after use, for example if dirt is on the inside.
For the blade, the veteran and excellent RWL-34 steel was used, which has proven to be an excellent blade steel over the years. This alloy, invented by Damasteel in Sweden, is produced using a powder metallurgy process and is basically an update to the American and popular 154CM steel. By the way, the abbreviation RWL stands for Robert Waldorf Loveless, one of the most important knifemakers of all time, who loved to use this steel for his blades. RWL-34 has a high edge retention and a very good corrosion resistance so that you can work with food completely harmless.
The real highlight of the Monte Carlo, however, besides the great looks, is the closure technology. Strictly speaking, you don't have a real lock here, but a so-called friction folder. This means that the blade is only held by two detent balls to the right and left of the blade root, which gives you a very smooth blade action and an incredibly defined engagement of the blade.
But what does V2 actually mean?Jens Anso has once again thought about how he can improve the Monte Carlo. The result is new titanium screws, a uniform width of the handle scales, and even better and more precise machining processes. Your Monte Carlo comes with a small leather sheath that protects the surface from scratches when you just want to put the knife in your pocket.
Colors:
Handle Scales made of titanium blue andodized.Screws, Blip and Backpsacer Raw.
Anso Prybar12 Titanium Amber Finish With Green Canvas Micarta Inlay
pocket pry bar
and bottle opener
made of titanium
Amber finish
green canvas Micarta inlay
It´s twelve o'clock in New Zealand...
Prying is something you really shouldn't do with a knife. Sure: a really sturdy full tang survival blade might take such a beating without any complaint. But espacially folding knives with thinner blade stock are less forgiving and might break on you.
Therefore, small pry tools have recently become more and more popular in the EDC community. Now there is also is such a mini pry bar from Jens Ansø. With its 10 cm the Prybar12 is still compact enough that it could still be attached to the keychain without bothering the user. Those who prefer to carry the Prybar12 in their pocket can do so with the integral pocket clip.
Like all Ansø tools, the Prybar12 is completely manufactured in his workshop in Denmark. The titanium is first blasted, then stonewashed and finally color anodized.
By the way, the name of this tool alludes to the saying that its 12 o'clock somewhere in the world right now! Cheers!
Technical specifications:
Length:
97 mm
Width:
26 mm
Thickness:
5 mm
Weight:
approx 37 g
Material:
titanium
Finish:
Amber
Inlay:
Micarta, green