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Technicolor Abalone Knives

The Laramie Knifeworks Blades are Made Using Mother of Pearl Shells

— March 25, 2016 — Art & Design
Weaponry brand Laramie Knifeworks offers consumers beautiful blades designed with luxurious minerals and materials including abalone and Mother of Pearl shell to create a technicolor pocket knife for everyday use.

The knives are a hybrid between functional design and artistry thanks to the luxurious and unconventional materials used by Laramie Knifeworks. The knives are made using abalone shell sourced from South Korea that is hammered into a flat sheet. The material is pearly with a rainbow color scheme that is surprisingly strong and durable in the make of the blade's handle. The colorful aesthetic of the material adds an unlikely visual element to the tool. The abalone is used alongside camel to create a strong, long-lasting and indestructible knife that can be kept on-person for outdoor use.
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Material Integration - The use of luxurious minerals and materials, such as abalone and Mother of Pearl shell, in creating everyday tools presents an opportunity for brands to offer unique and visually striking products.
2. Functional Artistry - The combination of functional design and artistry in blades made with unconventional materials allows for the creation of products that not only perform well but also serve as artistic pieces.
3. Colorful Utility Tools - The incorporation of technicolor materials, like the abalone shell, into pocket knives provides an unexpected visual element to traditional utility tools.
Industry Implications
1. Weaponry - The weaponry industry can explore the use of luxurious minerals and materials to create high-end blades that cater to both functionality and aesthetics.
2. Outdoor Gear - Companies in the outdoor gear industry can incorporate the use of unusual materials in their products to offer unique and visually appealing tools for outdoor enthusiasts.
3. Artisanal Crafts - Artisanal crafts can leverage the integration of unconventional materials to create functional pieces with artistic value that appeal to a niche market of collectors and enthusiasts.
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