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Reverie - Create with Nabalis 2024

$69.99

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Please Note Before Purchase:

Only the first 200 come with serial numbers!
The numbering sequence follows the order of the purchases!

Color:

Silver

Variant

About Shipping to Canada

Even though Canada Post has resumed operations, they have a significant backlog of packages to deal with. As a result, Canada Post will prioritize delivering the backlogged packages before they ship out new ones. This means that newly sent packages may experience some delays.

About Reverie

Specification

Weight: 3.88Ounces/110g
Handle Design: Channel
Total Length (Open Position): 252 mm/9.92"
Total Length (Closed Position):146 mm/5.74"
Handle Length: 142 mm/5.59"
Handle Thickness: 12.8mm/0.50“
Blade Length: 127mm/5"
Handle Material: 6061 Aluminum
Handle Finish: Anodized
Blade Material: 420 Heat Treated Stainless Steel
Blade Finish: Polished
Blade Edge: Dull
Pin Design: Zen Pins
Pivot Design: Bushings
Pivot Screw: T10
Latch Design: Latchless
Balance Profile: 35.9-37.9mm from pivot center/Light handle bias

Pre-sale rules

Due to the exclusive nature of these products, refunds are only available before shipping. Once the product has shipped, we are unable to accept refunds, returns, or exchanges. If you experience any quality issues upon delivery, please contact us the same day, and we'll resolve the matter promptly.

The Creative Journey of Reverie - Neil Martin Cantillana

Concept Sketch

These ideas were conceived around 1 am on February 17th. The basic blade shape originated from a sketch of an old reblade I had in mind. Despite my strong desire to delve into actual knifemaking, the only knife steel available to me at the time was inexpensive Damascus. Although cautioned against it by forums, I pondered the possibility of utilizing the laminated steel pattern as a hole pattern to lighten a trainer blade. This approach addressed an issue I noticed with typical liveblade-style balanced trainer blades, which often feature holes instead of proper grinds, detracting from their authentic appearance.

Modifications made after the first round of voting: V1

I began by modeling the blades with a false hollow grind and a Damascus hole pattern, which garnered positive feedback from the community. Feedback pointed out that the initial handle design bore resemblances to an existing knife, but people appreciated the functionality of the block weight system.

Modifications made after the first round of voting: V2

Subsequently, I revised the face pattern and experimented with a handle slot technique reminiscent of the Nabalis Marble face texture, albeit in the form of a slot. I briefly toyed with the faux speed channel pattern but intend to revert to the original in the upcoming version.

V3 - V5

Modifications made after the first round of voting: V3-V5

Versions V3 to V5 of "Reverie" are basically similar, with only minor adjustments made to the balance.

Modifications made after the first round of voting: V6 (also the first round voting model)

In this iteration, I returned to the original speed channel style, introduced inset jimping, and enhanced the visibility of the slot's mill line. This version was mistaken for a liveblade by voters.

Following my win in the first round, Cikey and the rest of the Nabalis team collaborated with me on finalizing the trainer model.

Numerous factors had to be considered to ensure the cost-effectiveness of manufacturing this product, leading to compromises that, surprisingly, sparked interesting design choices and unforeseen enhancements, particularly to the blade, which now features a ball milled s-grind.

Initially, we had the prototype Reverie in three stages:

The first version at the bottom, the second version in the middle, and the final production version at the top.

V 1

The first version featured slightly subbier handles without end weights and a horn design that raised concerns about its pinchiness due to its angular nature compared to the previous Reverie design.

The second version addressed issues with washer alignment by concealing it more under the handles. We also experimented with a dual-tone finish and a deeper handle hole, coinciding with the development of the knife around the time the cheese prototype was in their hands. Additionally, we integrated the weight system from NRB into the end of the handles.

The third version involved thickening the outer edge of the trainer blade and forgoing the dual-tone finish.

The first version featured slightly subbier handles without end weights and a horn design that raised concerns about its pinchiness due to its angular nature compared to the previous Reverie design.

Best Bali ever

I just got this like two hours ago and I can already tell that this thing is a beast it dose whatever I want it to and I’m not the best at ladders and I did it on this and I can get them almost every time now good job nabalis!

In love

Best bali

This is peak

An amazing Bali at an affordable price for all.Shipping took ABT 11days and I'm in UK so thats pretty impressive.The only complaint is that the barrel screws don't have screw holes so if u get it rlly blocked with locktite say Ur goodbyees

A very easy-to-flip knife with great balance and a nice sound.
When there was a slight issue with the delivery, I contacted Nabalis, and they responded quickly and professionally.
Thank you, Nabalis!