Centofante Vesuvius? I have questions, you have answers...

[xrob]

All,

After seeing UK-Ken's pictures of this knife, I have definitely added it to my "must get" list. A few questions for those of you in the know:

1 - What is the relation between the Vesuvius (with the blue shell inlay) and the Centofante III? They look the same, but I am not sure.

2 - I am primarily looking for a combo-edge. Most of the ones I have seen are plain edge. Does anyone know more about this?

3 - Does this knife have a pocket clip? I keep seeing different pictures and so I am not sure. It looks like the Centofante III has one.

Sorry for my ignorance. Ken's pictures offered me my first opportunity to really see this knife up-close and I like what I see. Thanks to everyone in advance for the help.

xrob

[aquaboy420]

xrob,

I dont have the one with the blue shall inlay, but I have a vesuvius. Mine is combo edged with a pocketclip. Hope that helps. Cheers.

-greg

[Dr. Snubnose]

I have the one with the Inlay which is Paua Shell from New Zealand. It's a combo edge and has the clip...a beautiful Knife and very usable...The III is the new updated version without the Inlay...same knife though...Doc

[4 s ter]

xrob

In answer to question 1 - the Vesuvius with the shell inlay has a compression lock while the Centofante III is a lockback. Apparently there were enough problems with the compression lock on the Vesuvius that it was re-engineered.

Not sure about question 2.

Regarding question 3, my Vesuvius (with a compression lock) has a clip which can be configured for either tip-up or tip-down carry - right hand side only.

Hope this helps!

David

[Dr. Snubnose]

hmmmm.... 4ster never noticed the lock change...my compression lock works real good.....thank god....Doc

[xrob]

Ok, and one follow-up question: what is the cost difference? I've seen the III for as low as $42 (New Graham), and the Vesuvius for around $85 (if it can be found). Does that sound right?

[Stuart Ackerman]

BTW, the paua shell inlay is made down in Invercargill.
If anyone wants the address, I will attempt to get it. they sell it in 1mm A4 sheets...

[Senate]

Ok, and one follow-up question: what is the cost difference? I've seen the III for as low as $42 (New Graham), and the Vesuvius for around $85 (if it can be found). Does that sound right?

yes, on the vesuvius you got ATS34 blade and handles with shell inlay versus VG10 and no inlay on the centofante 3. also you got steel liners on the vesuvius and I don't think there are on the C3. in fact, exept for the overall shape of the knife they have almost nothing in common.

[aquaboy420]

zackerty,
Yes, I want the address, it would be much appreciated. Thanks.

xrob,
Check some of the other forums, something is bound to show up.

4 s ter,
What was I thinking, I forgot the Centofante III was a lockback, or the tip up/ tip down. What kind of help am I?

cheers all.

-greg

[Stuart Ackerman]

I do not know if they have a website, but I will post something here, when I find out contact details

[Stuart Ackerman]

here is one.. :)

http://www.oceanshellnz.com/showstockgr ... ?groupno=6

[Stuart Ackerman]

Hmmmm, another one...

http://www.pauamana.com/laminate.html

[Stuart Ackerman]

For Evil Bay fans..

http://search.ebay.com/paua-shell

[Stuart Ackerman]

For those in Hawaii..

http://www.hawaiilure.com/catalog/shells.html

[aquaboy420]

zackerty,

Thank you times 4. You are a scholar and a gentleman, but I'll keep that fact between us.

-greg

[xrob]

Just a follow-up for all those who helped me: I managed to locate one at worldwideknives.com and it's on the way. Thanks for the assistance and info,

xrob