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John W. Smith Vanguard (Pre-Owned)

The Vanguard is a quintessential custom flipper by John W. Smith, representing the pinnacle of clean design and precision mechanical execution. Technical Specifications Blade : S30V stainless steel with a meticulous hand-rubbed finish. Handle : High-performance F40 Carbon Fiber scales. Metal Work : Titanium liners, bolsters, and pocket clip (configured for tip-down carry) all finished with a refined glass bead blast. Action : Deployment via flipper tab, running on smooth washers for a classic, hydraulic feel. Condition: Overall excellent condition. Note there are faint marks on the bolsters and clip from light handling. This piece offers the signature John W. Smith fit and finish, combining durable materials with a sophisticated aesthetic.

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$424.5 $849 In stock

Category: Preowned

IMPORTANT INFO:

  • This item is shipped from CANADA.
  • Tracking will be available within 2–4 business days. You’ll receive a confirmation email and a separate email with tracking info. Please check your spam folder if you don’t see them.
  • Delivery time is approximately 8–10 business days after tracking is provided.
  • Our cancellation and return policy can be found on our Terms and Conditions page.

The Vanguard is a quintessential custom flipper by John W. Smith, representing the pinnacle of clean design and precision mechanical execution.

Technical Specifications

  • Blade: S30V stainless steel with a meticulous hand-rubbed finish.
  • Handle: High-performance F40 Carbon Fiber scales.
  • Metal Work: Titanium liners, bolsters, and pocket clip (configured for tip-down carry) all finished with a refined glass bead blast.
  • Action: Deployment via flipper tab, running on smooth washers for a classic, hydraulic feel.
  • Condition: Overall excellent condition. Note there are faint marks on the bolsters and clip from light handling. This piece offers the signature John W. Smith fit and finish, combining durable materials with a sophisticated aesthetic.
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Standard Shipping: Handling (business days) 0–1; Transit (business days) 7–15.

Express Shipping: Handling (business days) 0–1; Transit (business days) 7–15.

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Express Shipping · United States: $3.99

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United States · Return window (days after delivery): 30. Return method: By mail. Return postage: Seller pays.

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 4 reviews)

Abigail ★★★★★

Arrived faster than I expected for a Canada shipment, and tracking showed up within a couple of days like the listing said. The condition is honestly better than described.

Sophia ★★★★★

Was a bit wary ordering pre-owned, but it arrived from Canada faster than I expected and the tracking showed up within a couple of days. Condition was honestly better than described.

Brian ★★★★★

The tracking email came through about three days after I ordered, and the piece itself was packed really carefully. For a pre-owned item it's in better shape than I expected.

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