HK (Benchmade) Plan D

[jahwarrior]

I wanted to see if anyone else has this knife, and if so, their thoughts.

A friend of mine bought for me for Christmas; we're both gunnies and knife nerds. Awhile back, we discussed the Kabar TDI series. I had one, because I liked the idea behind it, but I thought Kabar kind of half assed the execution. The grip wasn't comfortable, and the sheath was terrible. I eventually traded it for ammo.

This knife took the TDI concept and got it right, in my opinion. It's small, flat, feather light, comes shaving sharp from the factory, and the sheath is above par; the steel clip is so strong, I actually have trouble getting it on and off, and it's knife retention is solid.



Link to Blade HQ's description. It retails for around $80, but Blade HQ has it for less than $60.

http://www.bladehq.com/item--HK-Plan-D-Knife-Fixed-Blade-2-Plain--15136

I've been carrying it every minute, experimenting with sheath placement. It feels at home crossdraw, or in my inside jacket pocket.

 

[ugaarguy]

I don't have a Plan D. However, I've been considering either a Plan D or a TDI, and your comments have been most helpful to me. Thanks for posting your quick review.

 

[TimboKhan]

For a knife that is meant to be a defensive knife, having troubles getting it out isn't a great state of being. Adjusting the clip enough to where you can get it out easily and still have good retention isn't hard, so thats good.

 

[jahwarrior]

What I meant was, the clip of the sheath is stiff. I don't like sheaths to move around too much, especially during a sloppy grab. When drawing quickly, the sheath stays put, no matter how hard and fast you yank. I'm fine with having a little trouble clipping it in and out of my pocket; it gives me peace of mind knowing it's not going anywhere.