KwaiKing - A modern folding knife based in history.

A project in Brisbane, AU by Tim Kingsford
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Sleek, elegant, modern and an extremely practical tool, drawing on the beautiful lines and design language of feudal Japan.
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Backers: 149
Average Daily Pledges: $4,165 AUD
Average Pledge Per Backer: $419 AUD

Funding: $62,468 AUD of $60,800 AUD
Dates: Apr 12th -> May 12th (30 days)
Project By: Tim Kingsford
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Latest News

FUNDING GOAL REACHED! 100% BACKED!

April 24th - via: kickstarter.com
We did it! Thank you so much, everyone.We are 100% backed with 18 days still to go. I'm stoked with this result and didn't imagine it funding so quickly. What happens next?The campaign still has 18 days to go, so we still have to wait until that is... (Read More)

Nearly fully backed!

April 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Well, we're nearly there! 95% backed and still 19 days to go.  No promises but I'm looking into getting titanium damascus hardware like: pocket clip, pivot screw, button, backspacer and cover plates made. If it's not crazy expensive I will make it... (Read More)

83% funded!

April 21st - via: kickstarter.com
I hope everyone had a beautiful easter with family and friends. We are now 83% funded! It looks like we're going to make this happen! but please do keep sharing it with your knife friends. There was an unexpected but welcome article written on the... (Read More)

50% funded!

April 17th - via: kickstarter.com
We're 50% funded!  Here are some fun stats about which configuration is most popular. The most popular version by a long way so far is the Bronze ano with 33 backers which is 41% of you.  Followed by the Blacked out version with 24 backers - 30% of... (Read More)

A little action video.

April 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Morning everyone! Just a quick one to let you know we are 40% funded and to share a little video of me playing with one of the prototypes.  Cheers, Tim.  (Read More)

T-Shirt Add-On

April 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey everyone,  I've just added some KwaiKing themed Kingsford Knives T-Shirts as an add-on.  If you want one but have already pledged you should still be able to grab one by going to: Manage Pledge -> Change Pledge -> Choose the same pledge... (Read More)

33% funded in the first day!

April 13th - via: kickstarter.com
A huge thanks to everyone who has backed or shared the project so far. We are 33% funded in just the first day! 1/3rd of the way there! Please continue sharing with your knife friends to keep the momentum up, so we can see the KwaiKing funded well... (Read More)

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