GANZO Firebird FB7603 - CF Cuchillo Plegable de Bloqueo de Eje

Ganzo has been listening to their customers - hooray! Many owners complained that the axis springs were too strong, causing sore fingers when disengaging the lock - Ganzo has addressed this issue with the FB760, the lock is now a joy to use and crucially, blade retention when closed is still secure.
At 119.5g (4.21oz) the FB760 is not too heavy and can be well concealled thanks to the exceptionally deep pocket carry clip - though the clip is fixed for right side tip up carry only.
The blade, inner linings and pocket clip have been coated a mid grey, it's not black as some photos of the knife imply - black would have been nice but at least grey is not a finger print magnet like the uncoated blades.
The blade is a sabre grind with a cutting edge of 90mm and some good looking swedges along the spine. I like that Ganzo have placed the Firebird logo and model number off the cutting surface. Hopefully they have finally descided that the logo should face foreward and not backward as it is on some of the knives produced during the Ganzo > Firebird naming transition.
The carbon fibre scales (carbon fibre laminate over G10) are nicely accented by blue anodised screws which are all the same shade of blue. This is another area where Ganzo has upped their game - on earlier models with blue hardware each screw could be a different shade of blue.
If you've never had a Ganzo before the FB760 is the one to go for - if you have other Ganzo knives you need to add this one to your collection.

Sugerencia

The blade could have been a little sharper out of the box.

Nov 11,2017

плюсы:
цена - брал с хорошей скидкой
лайнеры облегчены
на подшипниках - из коробки клинок "летает"
клипса глубокой посадки без выпирающих болтиков - садится легче
оконце аксиса уменьшено по сравнению с предыдущими моделями - смотрится гармоничней
пружины аксиса не такие тугие как раньше

В целом нож понравился, но на карман не сел... еще по мне толстое сведение (хотелось бы потоньше) - хотя для такого ножа это скорее придирки

Sugerencia

минусы:
клинок не по центру
клипса мягковата

Jun 07,2018

I’m very happy with my purchase of this GANZO Firebird FB7603 - CF Folding knife from GearBest and at a great price. I really like the look and feel of this knife and in my opinion, it may very well be ranked along side Ganzos finest, with a very smooth action with a well centred blade. It is very easy to open and close with perfect lockup. Very sharp out of the box with great fit and finish and I feel sure that this one will be another favourite. This is another one that I believe to be excellent value for money. Another excellent acquisition from GearBest, with excellent service and fast delivery.

Sugerencia

None

Nov 24,2017

good build quality. no sharp edges, finish is good, no scratches, nothing sticking out.
weight is good, not very heavy for a knife this size.
Axis lock works great, opening it closing, no issues at all.
comfortable to hold, jimping are nice, not too aggressive.
I like the blue screws and thumb studs.
deep carry clip.

Sugerencia

none really.

Jan 11,2018

Perfect knife, it exactly what i wanted. This Ganzo knife has amazing quality for the price and it looks amazing. This knife doesn't use bearings but after a couple of days it wesrs in and now it's almost a drop shut knife. It came razor hair xhaving sharp out of the box, what i come to expect from Ganzo these days. I sill definitely be ordering more Gsnzo knives ffom Gearbest in the near future, thsnks.

Nov 11,2018

I have purchased several knives from GB and must say that this one is my all time favorite to date.
The quality of Ganzo knives are exceptional for the price. This on especially with the addition of ball bearings makes it very smooth. The deep carry pocket clip is also an improvement over previous models.

Sugerencia

No cons to speak of.

Dec 12,2017

The knife is well made, firm, no blade playing. The carbon fiber handle looks nice. Decent steel (440C). Sharp out of the box. Little larger than my favoritе SRM 910. The blade is centered. Good value for the money (got it on a flash sale)...

Sugerencia

The axis lock is very stiff. Maybe it will be better with time, but it is very hard to push the button.

Oct 31,2017

This is an elegant gentlemans knife, very light, modern looking due to carbon fiber scales. The blade is perfectly centered, the axis lock works very well, no play, good detention, good clip enables deep pocket insertion. Easy to open and close. Perfect. For this price and incredible value.

Sugerencia

none whatsoever

Feb 07,2018

Smoothest opening folding knife by Ganzo (Firebird) to date. Good folder for EDC tasks. Built quality is good as is fit&finish. Blade centering and lockup are good. sharpness out of the box was good. Coating on the blade has good wear resistance. Ergonomics are good, very standard handle shape. Recommended.

Sugerencia

Blade steel is good for EDC, but could be improved upon. Handle material is nice to look at, but the G10 versions offer more grip.

May 29,2018

Удобная клипса у ножа, в карман целиком влазит, нож не торчит из кармана, ножа не видно.
Хорошая динамика открывания. Отверстие для темляка.

Поигрался с ветками, строгал, снес пару сучков---перестал резать бумагу...правил флаксой, стало получше.
+Красивый
+Вкладки приятные
+правильная клипса
+Легкое открытие
-Дороговат

Sep 10,2018