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Squidtrainer V4 Build-To-Order

Squidtrainer V4 Build-To-Order

Flagship Model

Lead time: 8-10 business days

$184.99 USD
$184.99 USD
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Disclaimer: All build-to-order product sales are FINAL. No returns or exchanges will be accepted for any build-to-order products.
The OG product that started it all. The Squidtrainer is our flagship product and crafted for the absolute best performance. Highly acclaimed for its innovative build characteristics, the Squidtrainer continues to be a dominant and competitive balisong.

Description

The Squidtrainer was the first balisong trainer to be produced by Squid Industries. Since its inception in 2015, we’ve integrated feedback from flippers all around the world each year to make it the best flipper in its class.

Manufactured and assembled in the USA

Features

The Squidtrainer V4 has undergone significant change since the first production run in 2016. It features the following:

  • Integral channel handle design machined from 6061 T6511 aluminum alloy
  • Machined handle texture pattern and bead blast finish for better grip
  • Rounded handles and blade spine for enhanced comfort and durability
  • Precision ground heat treated 410 stainless blade for maximum smoothness, minimal handle play, and zero blade rub
  • Press-fit stainless steel rods installed into the ends of each handle for better feel and momentum

In November 2022, we unveiled the V4 which added the following upgrades:

  • 416 stainless steel bushings tuned to each blade for the best tolerances
  • Jimping added to the ends of each handle for increased grip and stability

Specifications

Total Length (Open Position) 10"
Total Length (Closed Position) 5.75"
Handle Length 5.5"
Handle Thickness 0.5"
Blade Length 5.2"
Weight 4.40 Ounces
Handle Material
6061 T6511 Aluminum 
Handle Finish
Milled Texture, Bead Blasted
Blade Material
410 Heat Treated Stainless Steel
Blade Finish
Stonewash
Pin Design Zen Pins
Handle Design Channel
Pivot Design Bushings
Latch Design Latchless
Balance Profile
Neutral

Performance Pentagon

Rating System

Grip: Tactility and degree of control

Balance: Distribution of the weight in relation to optimal flipping

Durability: Longevity rating and overall resistance to damage

Tolerances: Accuracy and preciseness of the tuning and handle play

Noise: Sound level during flipping

Rating out of 10

Grip: 8 Balance: 10 Durability: 5 Tolerances: 9 Noise: 7

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Disclaimer

Each and every Squid Industries balisong is hand-assembled and tested to ensure that each unit is an exceptional flipper. All Squid Industries Balisongs arrive with a box and sticker. Balisongs come thread locked.

Squid Industries is not responsible for lost, stolen, or seized packages.

NOTE: The following product is a balisong (butterfly) knife trainer and not a real knife. The "blade" shown in the following pictures is merely dull and used to mimic the weight and feel of a real blade. Trainers are not weapons and are strictly made for recreational and educational purposes only.