For quite awhile I have been on the slow search for a carabiner or key clip. I have wanted something simple, clean, and unique. I have finally found it in the Uniclip from AlTiWorx.

AlTiWorx is a small team that is focused on designing incredible gear for men out of Titanium and Aluminum. Currently they have two products. Their Uniclip and their Helical ring. Both of which are made from grade 5 Titanium and come in two different finishes, blasted or polished.

They sent me both the Helical ring and Uniclip in the blasted finish, which I have to say is probably the finish I prefer. The soft matte finish looks brilliant on Titanium.

The Uniclip is made from a solid piece of Titanium which makes for a very minimal design. I have been showing it off to all of my engineering friends and they all love the design and start to nerd out on how the spring works as a compliant mechanism to keep the clip closed. Since it is made from Titanium it is very lightweight, but the design on the spring is perfect to allow the clip to close back in place with confidence. The spring and clipping action feels strong and durable despite its size and weight. The Uniclip comes in three different sizes; this is the smallest version at 50mm. The other two versions are 75mm and 90mm. This size  is perfect and even fits my Trayvax wallet.

The Helical ring is inspired from Helical gears primarily found in automotive engines. It is has a very modern design, but it still remains minimal. Despite it’s size, it is quite lightweight because it is made from Titanium. My wedding ring is quite a bit smaller and made from Tungsten Carbide, but feels is heavier than this ring. I really like the weight and feel of the Helical ring. That is the beauty of Titanium; it is remarkably strong and still lightweight.

Overall I am really impressed with the design of both of these products. The detail in the design and the perfection in the finish are exactly what I want in my every day carry (EDC). The one thing I am curious about is what will come next for AlTiWorx? Their name is intentional using the Al for Aluminum and the Ti for Titanium, but both of these products are made from Titanium. I wonder if they have something out of Aluminum coming next?