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The Tourist
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JShirley said:
So do I. In many ways, some of the ugliest and poorly finished knives I own.
The problem is, when a buyer is in the market for this type of tool, should esthetics be part of the equation? For example, are most AK-47 style rifles finished as nicely as a Weatherby? Of course not.
When I buy a Strider I'm looking for strength and utility. If I want beauty and polish in a knife I buy an early Microtech or a Woodard.
Dr. Tad Hussein Winslow
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My medium-large folders, when I'm in the mood, are the (a) Kershaw "Spec Bump" S30V, (b) the CRKT "Desert Cruiser", (c) Gerber "Gator 2" (hunting only), and (d) the Gerber "Applegate-Fairbairn Combat" folder.
My medium folders are (a) the Kershaw "Avalanche" S30V, (b) Imperial/Schrade "Oldtimer 70T Cavebear", and (c) Kershaw "Needs Work" Sandvik 13C26.
My small folders are (a) Kershaw "Leek" S30V, (b) Outdoor Edge / Seki "Pocket Lite", (c) Gerber "Applegate-Fairbairn Mini Covert", and (d) another Kershaw "Leek" with 440A.
The most common carry are all Kershaws: Spec Bump, Leek, and Avalanche.
Spyderco should sue Benchmade for that one version of the mini-Griptilian where they are clearly leeching off of Spyderco's distinctive blade geometry with the big hole.
My medium folders are (a) the Kershaw "Avalanche" S30V, (b) Imperial/Schrade "Oldtimer 70T Cavebear", and (c) Kershaw "Needs Work" Sandvik 13C26.
My small folders are (a) Kershaw "Leek" S30V, (b) Outdoor Edge / Seki "Pocket Lite", (c) Gerber "Applegate-Fairbairn Mini Covert", and (d) another Kershaw "Leek" with 440A.
The most common carry are all Kershaws: Spec Bump, Leek, and Avalanche.
Spyderco should sue Benchmade for that one version of the mini-Griptilian where they are clearly leeching off of Spyderco's distinctive blade geometry with the big hole.
SUPERMAN .45
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My EDC knife is an Emerson CQC 13 on my right pocket and Emerson Combat Karambit on my left pocket. My neck knife is a cold steel push dagger knife.
The Tourist
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Superman .45, clearly you have considered defense an important issue for knives.
While I love everything Ernie makes, because of his personal Q/C, I look at the CQC-13 as having too much of an upturned snoot, ala James Keating and the Chinook.
If you get a chance, try some slicing with a knife that has smoother cutting geometry--that is, the expanse of the curvature of the belly is one smooth arch, like it was laid out by a compass.
Even in my personal life I'm finding I cut more in the kitchen with santukos and gyuots of more modest length.
Today my EDC pocketknife will be a Spyderco Native in S30V. It is a test mule for a fellow forum member who experienced some chips in his personal knife. I must admit, before I repaired mine, it had some very uneven grind lines.
While I love everything Ernie makes, because of his personal Q/C, I look at the CQC-13 as having too much of an upturned snoot, ala James Keating and the Chinook.
If you get a chance, try some slicing with a knife that has smoother cutting geometry--that is, the expanse of the curvature of the belly is one smooth arch, like it was laid out by a compass.
Even in my personal life I'm finding I cut more in the kitchen with santukos and gyuots of more modest length.
Today my EDC pocketknife will be a Spyderco Native in S30V. It is a test mule for a fellow forum member who experienced some chips in his personal knife. I must admit, before I repaired mine, it had some very uneven grind lines.
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When I have my usual belt load on I carry the Buck X-Tract Multi-Tool. Everything on it can be opened, used and closed using only one hand, I use it daily and love it!
http://www.buckknives.com/index.cfm?event=product.detail&productID=2931
My "dress" knife that I wear in more formal situations (like when I have to wear a suit) is the Buck Nobleman, very good looking:
http://www.buckknives.com/index.cfm?event=product.detail&productID=3125
I may or may not have connections at Buck, and I may or may not have gotten these two wonderful knives for free
http://www.buckknives.com/index.cfm?event=product.detail&productID=2931
My "dress" knife that I wear in more formal situations (like when I have to wear a suit) is the Buck Nobleman, very good looking:
http://www.buckknives.com/index.cfm?event=product.detail&productID=3125
I may or may not have connections at Buck, and I may or may not have gotten these two wonderful knives for free
The Tourist
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ScottyT said:
I may or may not be German, however my cousin Alan may or may not be driven in a black stretch and doesn't speak German.
Seriously, you don't have to apologize for Buck. They have taken on Paul Bos for HT, and possibly some design issues (I don't know for a fact), but I think the Q/C is up over the last three years.
Bass Pro Shop got a run of the Buck 110s made in 154-CM, and I wish that Buck would offer such choices to the public at large. I did buy a knife from Buck's custom knife shop in BG-42, and the knife was extremely well made and finished.
TT,
Looks like I'm headed back to the land of sand in July/August so I should be able to send my Sebe to you for your loving care (heck, why wait? It's not like I don't have other knives to carry.)
Looks like I'm headed back to the land of sand in July/August so I should be able to send my Sebe to you for your loving care (heck, why wait? It's not like I don't have other knives to carry.)
The Tourist
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HSO,
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Deployed soldiers/Marines are not charged for services. Contact me PM and I'll get it back to you as a top priority.
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