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If you know the GiantMouse story, it almost sounds like a tall tale: two Danish designers and an American entrepreneur walk into a bar… and decide to build a better knife company.
Nearly a decade later, what started as a conversation over drinks has turned into one of the most beloved boutique knife brands in the Everyday Carry (EDC) space.
With the new ACE Farley V1-Titanium (available for purchase, Oct 9th), GiantMouse cleans up the lines, maintains great materials, and a design that doesn’t try too hard but quietly gets everything right.
This newest version of the Farley ditches bolsters in favor of lightweight titanium, making it feel more modern and minimal without losing the charm that made the original popular.
It’s a slipjoint, so no locking mechanism, and yet I never feel like I need one. It’s precise, deliberate, and smooth enough to handle every task I’ve thrown at it during a week of testing.
Quick specs
- Price: $225 at GiantMouse.com (available for purchase, Oct 9th) – use code ‘TRAILANDKALE’ at checkout for 5% Off your order.
- Blade steel: Satin Elmax
- Blade length: 2.75″ (70mm) / Open length: 6.4″
- Weight: 2.2oz (65g)
- Handle: Bead-blasted titanium scales
- Lock: Slipjoint
- Hardware: AISI 420 hardened backspring
- Clip: Wire, reversible
- Made by: Bestech for GiantMouse
From the Farley Bar to your back pocket
Like the original, the ACE Farley V1-Titanium is inspired by the Farley Bar in Sausalito, California; a spot known for its views, live music, and laid-back energy.
That relaxed utility shows through in this knife’s design: low-profile, versatile, and effortlessly pocketable (or clippable).
At 2.2oz (65g), the knife disappears into your pocket until you need it.
The wire clip is reversible, deep-carry, and totally unobtrusive. There’s nothing flashy here, just Elmax steel, titanium, and a commitment to craftsmanship that shows up in the details.
I’ve been using it daily for everything from breaking down boxes to stick carving, because well ya know, it’s fun…
The satin-finished Elmax blade stays sharp, feels great in hand, and resists corrosion beautifully.
I wouldn’t bring this into a backcountry camp expecting to baton wood but as an everyday pocket companion? It’s ideal.
Why this version matters
GiantMouse has always followed the “Knives Done RIGHT®” motto, and with the V1-Titanium, that means staying hands-on through every step of the process.
Co-founders Jesper Voxnaes and Jim Wirth are still driving design and refinement from concept to final prototype. That level of involvement is rare these days, and you can feel it.
The Farley V1-Titanium marks the start of a new chapter for the company. It’s a quieter release than some of their larger folders or fixed blades, but it hits differently.
It shows that they’re not just chasing what’s next, they’re improving what’s already good. It’s a knife you can use, enjoy, and hand off to someone else years from now with a story attached.
My verdict
I didn’t expect this knife to grow on me as much as it has. But after a week of carrying it, I keep reaching for it, even when I have a larger, more feature-packed Leatherman nearby. The Farley V1-Titanium is light, capable, and made with intention.
It’s not trying to be the most “tactical” or “tech-forward” tool in your kit. It’s just trying to be the one you actually use. Available for purchase, Oct 9th – use code ‘TRAILANDKALE’ at checkout for 5% Off your order.
And for $225, with premium steel, titanium construction, and design roots that span both Denmark and the US, it hits that sweet spot of function and form.
