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Recent Knife Reviews
Kershaw Cryo
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Review by: Mark
05/21/2013
Price Paid: $31.00
Use: Every Day Carry
Time Owned: Less than 1 Month
Comments:
Nice knife. It's bigger than I imagined. It has good weight to it. Nice sharp edge. Just two things wrong. 1 the thumb studs are useless and get in the way, so I removed those with a couple of pliers. 2. The pocket clip screws stick out a wee bit too far and get a little hung up on your pocket. But the knife does sit deep in the pocket which is a plus. Other than that this is an excellent knife, I highly recommend it. The finish is nice and seems to be durable so far. The speed open is easy and smooth. Frame locks up tight, blade seems to be centered with no wiggle room. I hate it when a folder is all loosie goosie.
05/21/2013
Price Paid: $31.00
Use: Every Day Carry
Time Owned: Less than 1 Month
Comments:
Nice knife. It's bigger than I imagined. It has good weight to it. Nice sharp edge. Just two things wrong. 1 the thumb studs are useless and get in the way, so I removed those with a couple of pliers. 2. The pocket clip screws stick out a wee bit too far and get a little hung up on your pocket. But the knife does sit deep in the pocket which is a plus. Other than that this is an excellent knife, I highly recommend it. The finish is nice and seems to be durable so far. The speed open is easy and smooth. Frame locks up tight, blade seems to be centered with no wiggle room. I hate it when a folder is all loosie goosie.
Mora of Sweden Mora 2000
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Review by: John
05/21/2013
Price Paid: $0.00
Use: Outdoor/Survival
Time Owned: Greater than 1 year
Comments:
WOW!! These Mora knives are great!! I own four different kinds, including a tri-flex. All of them are outstanding. This knife will stand up to years of abuse so long as you know how to keep a carbon blade up and running. The scandinavian cut is awesome! Stays sharp for a really long time. I use my mora knives for everything you can think of. It's a bit akward to carry around with you everyday, but is the best knife to have for the glovebox, toolbox, tacklebox (if you have a stainless blade), or ANYWHERE else. Best knife I have ever owned. I think I picked up my first one for five bucks and didn't expect much out of it, but bought two more of the same type, then bought my triflex. Can't say enough good things. Keep up the great work Mora.
05/21/2013
Price Paid: $0.00
Use: Outdoor/Survival
Time Owned: Greater than 1 year
Comments:
WOW!! These Mora knives are great!! I own four different kinds, including a tri-flex. All of them are outstanding. This knife will stand up to years of abuse so long as you know how to keep a carbon blade up and running. The scandinavian cut is awesome! Stays sharp for a really long time. I use my mora knives for everything you can think of. It's a bit akward to carry around with you everyday, but is the best knife to have for the glovebox, toolbox, tacklebox (if you have a stainless blade), or ANYWHERE else. Best knife I have ever owned. I think I picked up my first one for five bucks and didn't expect much out of it, but bought two more of the same type, then bought my triflex. Can't say enough good things. Keep up the great work Mora.
Case Blue Bone Medium Stockman
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Review by: John
05/21/2013
Price Paid: $0.00
Use: Every Day Carry
Time Owned: 6 months
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I got this knife for Christmas. For a case knife, I'm VERY disappointed. My knife has an extremely weak backspring, no half-stop, they glued in shield and put Tru-Sharp Stainless blades in it. Not a fan of the Tru-sharp steel. Research tells me it is some form of 420 steel. It doesn't hold an edge well at all, and I have a tough time getting it razor sharp. I gotta strop the hell out of it. After a few months, the end springs just barely started to come apart from the center and Case wouldn't do jack crap about it! They told me it was my fault. I have never abused this knife and if it can't take being in my pocket without coming apart, then maybe it's time to chunk it! Might wanna either hand pick your Case knives from now on or spend some cash on the knives they still make to quality standards..... or go with a different brand
05/21/2013
Price Paid: $0.00
Use: Every Day Carry
Time Owned: 6 months
Comments:
I got this knife for Christmas. For a case knife, I'm VERY disappointed. My knife has an extremely weak backspring, no half-stop, they glued in shield and put Tru-Sharp Stainless blades in it. Not a fan of the Tru-sharp steel. Research tells me it is some form of 420 steel. It doesn't hold an edge well at all, and I have a tough time getting it razor sharp. I gotta strop the hell out of it. After a few months, the end springs just barely started to come apart from the center and Case wouldn't do jack crap about it! They told me it was my fault. I have never abused this knife and if it can't take being in my pocket without coming apart, then maybe it's time to chunk it! Might wanna either hand pick your Case knives from now on or spend some cash on the knives they still make to quality standards..... or go with a different brand
Spyderco Paramilitary 2
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Review by: Steve
05/19/2013
Price Paid: $120.00
Use: Every Day Carry
Time Owned: 6 months
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I've had my Spyderco PM2 for several months and have carried it everyday and for casual everyday tasks of opening letters and boxes its an incredible knife. Before carrying the PM2 I carried a Spyderco Manix 2 XL, which is a grate knife, the only detractor was its large size. This is where the PM2 trumps the XL. The size is just about perfect without feeling unwieldy. I wish i had picked this up a long time ago. I also own a Strider SNG , which is comparable in size, although I prefer the Spyderco for the thumbhole and smoother pivot. All-in-all, I'm very pleased with the Spyderco PM2.
05/19/2013
Price Paid: $120.00
Use: Every Day Carry
Time Owned: 6 months
Comments:
I've had my Spyderco PM2 for several months and have carried it everyday and for casual everyday tasks of opening letters and boxes its an incredible knife. Before carrying the PM2 I carried a Spyderco Manix 2 XL, which is a grate knife, the only detractor was its large size. This is where the PM2 trumps the XL. The size is just about perfect without feeling unwieldy. I wish i had picked this up a long time ago. I also own a Strider SNG , which is comparable in size, although I prefer the Spyderco for the thumbhole and smoother pivot. All-in-all, I'm very pleased with the Spyderco PM2.
Cold Steel Scimitar
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Review by: julian thueringer
05/19/2013
Price Paid: $75.00
Use: Every Day Carry
Time Owned: Greater than 1 year
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I bought this one at one of CS' parking lot sales circa early 2000's. I love the sweeping wide blade on this knife. My one grip has to be with ergos. The grip is supposed to mimic a Persian Shamshir sword grip, and it does this well, but there is much left to be desired as far as real traction goes. Also, the lockup after 3.5-4 years IS a bit loose for my liking, not cool on anything in the $20.00 catagory. I'm thinking the new tulwar designs with the Tri-Ad locks wont have ANY problem with wear on the lock. All in all, a great slicer, an intimidating "bad neighborhood" knife, and tougher than nails folder from CS.
05/19/2013
Price Paid: $75.00
Use: Every Day Carry
Time Owned: Greater than 1 year
Comments:
I bought this one at one of CS' parking lot sales circa early 2000's. I love the sweeping wide blade on this knife. My one grip has to be with ergos. The grip is supposed to mimic a Persian Shamshir sword grip, and it does this well, but there is much left to be desired as far as real traction goes. Also, the lockup after 3.5-4 years IS a bit loose for my liking, not cool on anything in the $20.00 catagory. I'm thinking the new tulwar designs with the Tri-Ad locks wont have ANY problem with wear on the lock. All in all, a great slicer, an intimidating "bad neighborhood" knife, and tougher than nails folder from CS.
SOG Aegis Tanto
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Review by: Brian
05/11/2013
Price Paid: $64.00
Use: Self Defense
Time Owned: Less than 1 Month
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The title says it all, im in love. As soon as you take it out of the box it all became clear. It's a badass looking knife. The "SOG" Pocket clip to the "SOGSOGSOG" grip inserts and the digi style pattern on various areas of the handle. Then you finally flip it open and see the aggressive thumb gimping and a very mean looking blade.
But this beauty is more than just skin deep. It has a very commanding deploy. It'll be ready for action when you are. The blade is shaving sharp. That's why my middle finger on my left hand is bald. It even has a safety switch. With the safety on the blade will not deploy. If you want to use it it's there otherwise it's easily ignored.
Very lightweight and feels sturdy even without the steel liners you might be used to.
Now on to the bad. Remember the badass looking pocket clip and the "SOGSOGSOG" grips? They work together to make a VERY grippy surface for your pants pocket. With Dickies pants on it was a chore getting the knife in and out of the pocket. If I ever need to defend myself in a rush i'd be in trouble. Hopefully it will slide better against denim.
All in all it's a great knife and I will be a future SOG buyer.
05/11/2013
Price Paid: $64.00
Use: Self Defense
Time Owned: Less than 1 Month
Comments:
The title says it all, im in love. As soon as you take it out of the box it all became clear. It's a badass looking knife. The "SOG" Pocket clip to the "SOGSOGSOG" grip inserts and the digi style pattern on various areas of the handle. Then you finally flip it open and see the aggressive thumb gimping and a very mean looking blade.
But this beauty is more than just skin deep. It has a very commanding deploy. It'll be ready for action when you are. The blade is shaving sharp. That's why my middle finger on my left hand is bald. It even has a safety switch. With the safety on the blade will not deploy. If you want to use it it's there otherwise it's easily ignored.
Very lightweight and feels sturdy even without the steel liners you might be used to.
Now on to the bad. Remember the badass looking pocket clip and the "SOGSOGSOG" grips? They work together to make a VERY grippy surface for your pants pocket. With Dickies pants on it was a chore getting the knife in and out of the pocket. If I ever need to defend myself in a rush i'd be in trouble. Hopefully it will slide better against denim.
All in all it's a great knife and I will be a future SOG buyer.
Benchmade 275 Adamas Manual
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Review by: Taylor Redecker
05/10/2013
Price Paid: $120.00
Use: Every Day Carry
Time Owned: Greater than 1 year
Comments:
Well let's start
-Build- Overall this knife is built very well. It is very sturdy (coming from the full metal supports all the way down the knife and the D2 steel itself being a more ridged steel) It is not a light knife, if you want something light agile and doesn't feel like a battle axe this isn't for you. The knife itself is built to take a beating; prying, cutting, you name it. It can handle a lot of abuse. the plastic pieces on the handle are not cheap or flimsy as seen with many knifes but of a high quality resulting in a very good feel.
-Comfort- The handle isn't what you would call ergonomic. It does fit very well in the hand though and sits very well when held. The jumping toward the blade on the top of the handle provides very good traction for your thumb when cutting. It isn't over done or excessive.
-Quality- This knife is probably of the highest quality that I have ever known. The D2 steel is very sturdy and able to retain an edge. Another aspect of this is that putting an edge back on the knife is very easy and can be done without expensive equipment. I was able to fine tune my edge with just a fine stone.
Overall- I would say that hands down this is an excellent knife. It is very weighty though, don't say that I didn't warn you. All my friends joke that this is a tank killer. Easy to carry, conceal and use daily. I would recommend this knife to anyone whether you are going for everyday carry or duty use.
05/10/2013
Price Paid: $120.00
Use: Every Day Carry
Time Owned: Greater than 1 year
Comments:
Well let's start
-Build- Overall this knife is built very well. It is very sturdy (coming from the full metal supports all the way down the knife and the D2 steel itself being a more ridged steel) It is not a light knife, if you want something light agile and doesn't feel like a battle axe this isn't for you. The knife itself is built to take a beating; prying, cutting, you name it. It can handle a lot of abuse. the plastic pieces on the handle are not cheap or flimsy as seen with many knifes but of a high quality resulting in a very good feel.
-Comfort- The handle isn't what you would call ergonomic. It does fit very well in the hand though and sits very well when held. The jumping toward the blade on the top of the handle provides very good traction for your thumb when cutting. It isn't over done or excessive.
-Quality- This knife is probably of the highest quality that I have ever known. The D2 steel is very sturdy and able to retain an edge. Another aspect of this is that putting an edge back on the knife is very easy and can be done without expensive equipment. I was able to fine tune my edge with just a fine stone.
Overall- I would say that hands down this is an excellent knife. It is very weighty though, don't say that I didn't warn you. All my friends joke that this is a tank killer. Easy to carry, conceal and use daily. I would recommend this knife to anyone whether you are going for everyday carry or duty use.
Spyderco Kiwi
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Review by: B Galvin
05/10/2013
Price Paid: $45.00
Use: Other
Time Owned: 3 months
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A good slipjoint for the money. Well proportioned with a usable blade. Doesn't have all the bells and whistles of its bigger siblings. However this knife does what it was designed to do at a reasonable price point very well indeed.
05/10/2013
Price Paid: $45.00
Use: Other
Time Owned: 3 months
Comments:
A good slipjoint for the money. Well proportioned with a usable blade. Doesn't have all the bells and whistles of its bigger siblings. However this knife does what it was designed to do at a reasonable price point very well indeed.
