Ti2 — the masterful metalworkers out of Hawaii — have shown that there’s utility to be squeezed out of something as simple as a metal hook. Their latest product is the HALO, a collaboration between Ti2’s Mike Bond and knifemaker Jesper Voxnaes. On the surface, it’s a collection of colorful carabiners, but a closer look reveals a capable tool worthy of your carry.
The HALO series doesn’t use cheap, flimsy metals. The carabiners are made from grade 5 titanium for fantastic strength-to-weight ratio, Tellerium copper for that timeless patina, high-strength 614 alloy bronze, and the rare zirconium with its unique and desirable finish. These materials let the HALO become a prized addition to even the most exotic EDCs.
Its titanium gate comes anodized to match its body’s material, and can be ambidextrously opened for ease of attachment. The HALO’s full-sized outer frame comes with generous jimping for an improved grip. This is especially helpful when using its bottom pry edge, which comes hollow-milled for strength in cutting, chiseling, and similar tasks. It also has two keychain attachment points to accommodate all your carry configurations.
A carabiner is just a carabiner, right? Wrong, as the HALO shows — it can also be the most useful and stylish thing to hook onto your belt loop. Pick one up in your choice of material at the Kickstarter link below.
