{"product_id":"building-the-gambit-blasted-bishop","title":"Building the Gambit: Blasted Bishop","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ks-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"h:What-is-the-Gambit-\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eWhat is the Gambit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gambit is Artisan Cutlery’s winning play, a sleek, elegant tool designed by the legendary Ray Laconico. We have been holding onto this design, perfecting it, and waiting for perfect opportunity to put our pieces into play. Our goal is not to simply release something hot and new in an ever-expanding market, the gambit is designed for the long game. For the first time in the History of Artisan Cutlery we are offering a model with \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003einterchangeable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e inlays! The gambit will allow any user to quickly swap inlay pieces to match their personal style. Coupled with the versatility of this Ray Laconico design the Gambit may simply turn into the only knife that you’ll ever need, with an incredibly versatile form factor that emphasizes ease of use while still providing a comfortable grip and easy carry, we can easily see the Gambit making a play to be your new EDC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"template asset\" data-alt-text=\"\" data-caption=\"\" data-id=\"49170545\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"fit\" src=\"https:\/\/i.kickstarter.com\/assets\/049\/170\/545\/6c481fc00acf6b7ece7aba408df9b550_original.jpg?fit=scale-down\u0026amp;origin=ugc\u0026amp;q=92\u0026amp;v=1746520396\u0026amp;width=680\u0026amp;sig=LvwspG67BUKuMy698jeht2nRJ7a8ccDzzMADPwreOno%3D\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"h:-Who-We-Are-\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eWho We Are\u003c\/span\u003e?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are Artisan Cutlery, a US based company with close ties to our manufacturing facility in Yangjiang China, Over our 7 year lifetime we have put all of our effort into creating some of the best folding knives available on the market with an emphasis on high end materials, exceptional ergonomics, interesting design language, and comfortable pricing. Over the last 3 years we have successfully funded multiple Kickstarter campaigns including the Perfect Pyrite and the Boa designed by Johnathan Shaw. Using Kickstarter as a platform has allowed us to bring some truly incredible designs to market. We have amassed an incredible team of US based designers and artists to help us bring unique new knife designs to market and into the hands of our fans around the world. For this project we have been working closely with Ray Laconico, one of the most well-known names in the knife industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"h:Our-Collaboration\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eOur Collaboration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"template asset\" data-alt-text=\"\" data-caption=\"\" data-id=\"49198827\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"fit\" src=\"https:\/\/i.kickstarter.com\/assets\/049\/198\/827\/53f7bbaa600a380b85e3a368f6f83517_original.jpg?fit=scale-down\u0026amp;origin=ugc\u0026amp;q=92\u0026amp;v=1746688014\u0026amp;width=680\u0026amp;sig=l6DDqy3uqrx17%2FOAmZ8LgqrNClaa0mE2YvKXTBnYaTY%3D\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur team has had the pleasure of working with Ray Laconico since 2019, beginning with his very first design with us, the Artisan Centauri. In the following years Ray has been one of our most reliable designers, consistently coming to us with incredible designs and fantastic advice on how to improve our manufacturing techniques. The Gambit is an extra special project for us. We talked with Ray about this particular design for years but we just couldn’t settle on how to do it justice. Ray came up with the idea for interchangeable inlays and that was it, we knew that we had to make this design a reality! And now we’re ready to bring the Gambit to life!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"h:What-s-Coming-\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eWhat’s Coming?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur goal is to release six unique versions of the Gambit designed to cater to the needs and interests of new members of the knife buying community and long time fans alike, additionally we are planning on offering a variety of inlay materials so that anyone who owns a Gambit will be able to swap their style on a whim. We are also planning to expand the catalogue of inlay materials offered after the release of the knife as well as allow free access to a 3D printing file for those who want to design their own scales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"h:Laying-the-Pieces\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eLaying the Pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"h:Key-Features\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e· Blade Material\u003c\/span\u003e: All versions of the Gambit feature premium S90V steel (HRC 60-62) for exceptional edge retention and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"template asset\" data-alt-text=\"\" data-caption=\"\" data-id=\"49196905\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"fit\" src=\"https:\/\/i.kickstarter.com\/assets\/049\/196\/905\/b02d4c0fe17cc60b83696531d375010d_original.jpg?fit=scale-down\u0026amp;origin=ugc\u0026amp;q=92\u0026amp;v=1746671096\u0026amp;width=680\u0026amp;sig=8nlsG7s08prR3Cu3eS8KvzF3uaC9DKsQR6QxtNUZTRY%3D\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e· Blade Styles\u003c\/span\u003e: Flat ground drop-point, with a variety of finishes including Sand Polish, Black PVD Coating, and Mirror Polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"template asset\" data-alt-text=\"\" data-caption=\"\" data-id=\"49196915\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"fit\" src=\"https:\/\/i.kickstarter.com\/assets\/049\/196\/915\/6fbc83b0a1b73e95762c288b0ac11212_original.jpg?fit=scale-down\u0026amp;origin=ugc\u0026amp;q=92\u0026amp;v=1746671164\u0026amp;width=680\u0026amp;sig=1j6z8KztKoY7skE4pEaZZfE2Tqwex%2Be%2Bd1MEkCSxmto%3D\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e· Handle Materials\u003c\/span\u003e: We are offering multiple initial inlay options ranging from Black G10, OD Green Micarta, and Titanium Damascus, as well as versions with Full Titanium Scales and Full Titanium Damascus for a luxurious touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"template asset\" data-alt-text=\"\" data-caption=\"\" data-id=\"49196962\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"fit\" src=\"https:\/\/i.kickstarter.com\/assets\/049\/196\/962\/5fba62dbc08ae5a259bd958748dca085_original.png?fit=scale-down\u0026amp;origin=ugc\u0026amp;q=100\u0026amp;v=1746671475\u0026amp;width=680\u0026amp;sig=Mdeo1Bl1dlo4F%2BJCGMMIhQ9Y0fYikV2lsV37dV4dLcU%3D\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e· Lightweight Design\u003c\/span\u003e: Weighing between 83g (2.93oz) and 99g (3.49oz), perfect for EDC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003e· Smooth Action\u003c\/span\u003e: All Versions on the Gambit run on a ceramic ball bearing pivot assembly paired with a reliable, sturdy frame lock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"h:Specifications\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gambit is the perfect EDC for someone looking for that Goldilocks sized knife, not to big, and not too small. Featuring a 3.5” long blade, an overall open length of 8”, and a maximum width of 1.16” when closed, this knife is comfortably slim in the pocket, but large enough to be substantial in the hand during use. All versions of the knife come with a stick-style pocket clip for easy carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"h:Design-Philosophy\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eDesign Philosophy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRay Laconico is well known for his functional and minimalist designs. As someone who has designed some of the most well-known and well-loved EDC knives of the last decade Laconico has always manage to find a way to create tools that look and feel fresh without ever sacrificing functionality. The Gambit strikes a different chord than some of Laconico’s more recent work, favoring a more linear shape and a slightly wider blade. This knife is designed with the simple philosophy of, “If you could only have one knife, what would it be?” and to that end we have done our best to build this knife in such a way that makes it ideal for as many situations as possible. We love how this knife presents as relatively small and light in the pocket, but when deployed, the knife feels deceptively large. Coupled with the wide, flat-ground blade this mid-sized knife suddenly feels like a full-sized tool that slices like a razor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"h:Meet-The-Pieces-\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eMeet The Pieces \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 id=\"h:-Blasted-Bishop\" class=\"page-anchor\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bold\"\u003eBlasted Bishop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"template asset\" data-alt-text=\"\" data-caption=\"\" data-id=\"49196685\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"fit\" src=\"https:\/\/i.kickstarter.com\/assets\/049\/196\/685\/bd9f70e4afe28f58d454bc77417c9289_original.jpg?fit=scale-down\u0026amp;origin=ugc\u0026amp;q=92\u0026amp;v=1746670022\u0026amp;width=680\u0026amp;sig=iu%2BA03h4J%2F1xA%2FmIA9EZqgbAddzryqhXBoV%2BVXMoAGE%3D\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"template asset\" data-alt-text=\"\" data-caption=\"\" data-id=\"49196815\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"fit\" src=\"https:\/\/i.kickstarter.com\/assets\/049\/196\/815\/766fef7e735ac5c235fd407de52bc220_original.jpg?fit=scale-down\u0026amp;origin=ugc\u0026amp;q=92\u0026amp;v=1746670684\u0026amp;width=680\u0026amp;sig=Q4HoKx%2Fr4vSRY%2FJ9I%2ByaHfSMIQitGVfq2WQr6Xu7vA0%3D\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"template asset\" data-alt-text=\"\" data-caption=\"\" data-id=\"49196820\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"fit\" src=\"https:\/\/i.kickstarter.com\/assets\/049\/196\/820\/0b49f183cc2c089322312e73545ae868_original.jpg?fit=scale-down\u0026amp;origin=ugc\u0026amp;q=92\u0026amp;v=1746670713\u0026amp;width=680\u0026amp;sig=8aN7emQzVBMkY%2BIOOR01fcIPxghlkZwfKvqhBBQtazo%3D\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"template asset\" data-alt-text=\"\" data-caption=\"\" data-id=\"49196825\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"image\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"fit\" src=\"https:\/\/i.kickstarter.com\/assets\/049\/196\/825\/68d0786b3546d5ebca98740ca848b9f8_original.jpg?fit=scale-down\u0026amp;origin=ugc\u0026amp;q=92\u0026amp;v=1746670748\u0026amp;width=680\u0026amp;sig=H41RMM6LEiQKaJwDE%2FY5ygRThnPrJAdk39S0b6YqacE%3D\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center clip mb5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embedly-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embedly-card-hug\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/i5pnJqeHggU?si=bdOa7JaLTlVYD4T6\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003cimg alt=\"\" class=\"fit\" src=\"https:\/\/i.kickstarter.com\/assets\/049\/198\/644\/21f63851a66a401a043c01b213ed4d4e_original.png?fit=scale-down\u0026amp;origin=ugc\u0026amp;q=100\u0026amp;v=1746686836\u0026amp;width=680\u0026amp;sig=hhsM6kAgvprbLiUfX391U6ajC4CbOTTMIsyzXMgFwc4%3D\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes simplicity is best. The Blasted Bishop series does away with the option for inlays in favor of a full blasted titanium frame with just a little bit of milling detail. The clean gray titanium finish is perfect for a no-frills user who just wants to see the beauty of the material itself come through. No extra inlays, just a solid framelock on a beautifully designed tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .ks-container {\n  max-width: 820px;\n  margin: 0 auto;\n  padding: 20px;\n  color: #222;\n  font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n  line-height: 1.65;\n}\n\n.ks-container h3,\n.ks-container h4 {\n  margin-top: 32px;\n  margin-bottom: 16px;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  line-height: 1.3;\n}\n\n.ks-container h3 {\n  font-size: 1.6rem;\n}\n\n.ks-container h4 {\n  font-size: 1.3rem;\n}\n\n.ks-container p {\n  font-size: 1rem;\n  margin-bottom: 18px;\n}\n\n.ks-container figure {\n  margin: 20px 0;\n}\n\n.ks-container img {\n  width: 100%;\n  height: auto;\n  border-radius: 6px;\n}\n\n.embedly-card,\n.embedly-card iframe {\n  width: 100%;\n  max-width: 100%;\n}\n\n.embedly-card-hug iframe {\n  width: 100%;\n  height: 350px;\n}\n\n@media (max-width: 600px) {\n\n  .ks-container {\n    padding: 16px;\n  }\n\n  .embedly-card-hug iframe {\n    height: 220px;\n  }\n\n  .ks-container h3 {\n    font-size: 1.4rem;\n  }\n\n  .ks-container h4 {\n    font-size: 1.15rem;\n  }\n}\n\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Artisan Cutlery","offers":[{"title":"Blasted Bishop","offer_id":52759683465491,"sku":"1874G-GY","price":214.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/4966\/1459\/files\/30_810dcf4a-3c00-4e71-8697-042690f28ddc.jpg?v=1764585627","url":"https:\/\/cjrxb.com\/products\/building-the-gambit-blasted-bishop","provider":"CJRB Cutlery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}