Echols epitomizes the antique lure mentality with a great interest in preserving the past, a love of travel, meeting new people, and sharing his interest with others
Victorinox uses a polispectral process that creates a far more durable black finish than typical blade coatings, paired with matching black thermoplastic scales
Sub-8mm thickness keeps the carry competitive with metal-track options, assuming the spec sheet holds once production units ship
The elastic storage system on the Borealis is made out of small tie-out loops with elastic cord running through them, and The North Face has recently added a clip-on feature that allows you to quickly stash items onto the bungee
We'll get to the clicker in the spool breakdown
Also adding some extra weight is the many useful, voluminous pockets you'll find on the Unbound 40