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A belated Happy New Year, and Gong Xi Fa Cai to everyone. Going into 2012, I'm happy to see Spyderco continuing to offer two versions of the Chinese Folders as part of their Ethnic Series. The C65CF, Medium Chinese Folder in Glass Fiber, and the C143G, the Large Chinese Folder in Black G10. Benchmade is also continuing to offer the two Dejavoo models. 741 and 746. And missing from the reporting front was the special run of the Spyderco Medium Chinese Folder with Pink Amalite handles. Perfect for the ladies.

A little late, but for 2011 Benchmade has discontinued both models of the Dejavoo folders; the 740 Dejavoo, and the 745 Mini-Dejavoo.

Bob's most recent factory collabration was with Benchmade Knives in Oregon. They decided to produce two models based on his Custom All-Rounder Folder. The smaller model, the 745 Mini-Dejavoo is a faithful reproduction of his Medium All-Rounder. The larger version, the 740 Dejavoo, is not as faithful. When compared to the Custom Large All-Rounder, distinct differences in the lines of the handle and the blade can be seen. Both are very well made pieces, and has helped allowed Bob's designs to be enjoyed by the general public. Special thanks to Les and Roberta DeAsis for permission to use Benchmade's photos of the DejaVoo.