I had the chance to try out the SENCUT Fritch EDC Pocketknife, and was pleasantly surprised with it. The Fritch is a single blade, lockback pocketknife, that allows users to open it with one hand using the outfitted “flipper” or thumb stud design. SENCUT is part of the We Knives family of companies and produces consumer grade quality cutting tools.
Construction of the Fritch EDC knife
The Fritch that I received had a handle that was constructed of G10. The G10 I opted for was in the raw, undyed form, and the color closely resembles what some call “institutional green,” or Eau de Nil. G10 is a high-pressure fiberglass laminate that uses epoxy as a binding agent therefore it is tough.
The 2.99 inch blade is made of 9Cr18MoV stainless steel and the one we have has a black stonewash finish. This type of steel is known for its hardness and longevity in keeping sharp. One of the drawbacks with any stainless steel with appreciable hardness to the blade, is sharpening can be a weighty process.
The Fritch is a sharp pocketknife
Out of the box, the Fritch was sharp as heck. After several months using it as an EDC knife, there were no issues with it dulling or not fitting the bill for normal tasks. Some of the finish did wear on the back of the blade, however it was rubbing up against other EDC items that also get clipped inside my pants’ pocket, such as a tactical pen and flashlight.
Flipper style opening is a game changer
The Fritch was the first knife that I experienced with a flipper design, so there was a learning curve. It took a little while to get used to deploying the blade in that manner, but once I got a feel for it, I found this method to be far better than using the thumb stud. Utilizing the index finger of one’s hand will allow a user to interface with the flipper, which sticks out a little at the end of the handle.
Being able to open the knife with one hand via the flipper or thumb stud makes the knife an asset. Because the knife is a liner lock style, closing the knife could be done with one hand too – with practice. Be careful though.
Smooth operator
One of the features that the SENCUT representative talked up to me when I snagged this knife in February of 2023, was how the unit is outfitted with a ball bearing. As noted in the specifications list below, the pivot point is a “Caged Ceramic Ball Bearing,” and SENCUT’s rep noted that the more someone uses the knives, the quicker the knife is to deploy. In essence there’s a break in period.
I found the Fritch EDC knife to be great for the advertised price. At this time, SENCUT has it listed for $52.95. For this grade and classification of knife, I can recommend it for someone who’s looking for something that will get the job done, but won’t break the bank.
The quick and dirty
Pluses: Sharp as heck out of the box, with lasting sharpness. Easy to manipulate and deploy. Fits well in the hand. Handsome handle design. Price point is comparable with other pocketknives of this class.
Minuses: Some wear on the finish from rubbing against other items. Stainless steel can be cumbersome to sharpen.
Overall I recommend this knife for use. Would I buy a SENCUT Fritch pocketknife? Yes. If I were in the market for a knife like this for EDC, I’d have no remorse buying one. I’d recommend this to a friend and or family member, as well as purchase one for a gift if someone I knew would appreciate it. I carried this knife for several months and did not have any issues with it. Made a great companion while traveling, camping, or just as an EDC knife.
You can purchase a SENCUT Fritch over at the SENCUT site HERE. Or, if you prefer, this product is also offered on Amazon.
Specifications from the product page:
- Model Number: S22014-2
- Model Name: Fritch
- Overall Length: 7.02″ / 178.2mm
- Width: 1.24″ / 31.4mm
- Overall Height (Include Clip): 0.68″ / 17.2mm
- Blade Length: 2.99″ / 76mm
- Closed Length: 4.02″ / 102.2mm
- Blade Thickness: 0.12″ / 3mm
- Handle Thickness: 0.47″ / 12mm
- Knife Weight: 3.34oz / 94.7g
- Packing Dimension: 15.3*6.5*3.3cm
- Total Weight After Packing: 5.83oz / 165.2g
- Blade Material: 9Cr18MoV
- Blade Hardness: 57-59HRC
- Blade Grind: Flat
- Blade Finish: Black Stonewashed
- Blade Type: Spey Point
- Handle Material: G10
- Handle Color/Finish: Natural
- Liner Material: Stainless Steel
- Liner Color/Finish: Black
- Pocket Clip: Tip-Up, L/R
- Clip Material: Stainless Steel
- Screws Material: Stainless Steel
- Pivot Assembly: Caged Ceramic Ball Bearing
- Locking Mechanism: Liner Lock
