The WESN Allman is the company's full-use pocket knife: a compact folder with the practicality of a full-size blade in a lighter, balanced frame, with titanium or G10 scales and an optional leather sheath. It is the knife WESN owners move to when the Microblade is not enough. This review covers the design, the handle options, the sheath, and where it sits against the Henry and the Microblade.
Specs
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Compact everyday carry folding knife |
| Scales | Titanium, Blacked Out Titanium, OD Green G10, Blacked Out OD Green G10, Mustard G10, Blacked Out Mustard G10 |
| Sheath | Optional Stock and Barrel leather sheath, natural or black, $35 |
| Warranty | WESN lifetime |
| Price | $169 |
Design
WESN's language is clean lines, no jimping for the sake of it, and a handle that sits naturally in the hand. The Allman is that at a size you can use for real work: a compact blade with enough handle to grip, in a frame light enough to forget. It is balanced to the pivot, which is what makes a folder feel expensive.
Scales
Titanium for the lightest and cleanest, Blacked Out to hide wear, G10 for grip and color. The mustard and OD green G10 versions are the ones that get noticed; the titanium is the one that ages best.
The sheath
The Allman leather sheath from Stock and Barrel is a slip that keeps the clip off your pocket edge and the knife protected in a bag. Natural leather patinas; black stays black. $35.
Allman vs Henry vs Microblade
The Henry is a traditional slip joint with a Sandvik blade, for people who want a classic. The Microblade is the keychain knife. The Allman is the modern folder in the middle, and for most people the one WESN to own.
Frequently asked questions
What is the WESN Allman?
WESN's compact everyday carry folding knife, with titanium or G10 scales.
Is it full size?
Compact, with the practicality of a full-size knife in a lighter frame.
Does it come with a sheath?
The leather sheath is sold separately, $35.
Titanium or G10?
Titanium for weight and aging, G10 for grip and color.
What is the warranty?
Lifetime.
The bottom line
The WESN Allman is the WESN for people who use their knife. Titanium if you want it to last forever, G10 if you want to hold it.
