3 new Benchmades!?!?!?!

RevDevil said:
I didn't like it, here we go again making hybrid models and confusing one for the other. The Triage needs to be the Triage, the Stryker needs to be the Stryker, and the rest of the half hearted cloning of existing models needs to stop already. No more recycling please! It's like there is really no effort being made in the design. Slapping an Axis lock on everything really gets old after a while too. The Stryker was fine IMO with the liner lock, if they really wanted to Gussie it up, they should have made an integral lock "mono lock" out of it. That was one of a few knives Benchmade has come out with that had the lock geometry correct.



It doesn't take much to put a twinkle in some people's eyes I guess. Go Green, and keep recycling. :rolleyes:
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I have always wanted a Stryker. But, I have to agree with Rev, this don't look like no Stryker. I already have a Warn 580 so no need for a tanto blade. If it were in drop point I might reconsider. At the old cost to me. But having just browsed that great auction site, I see that I could quite easily pick up a real Stryker, in D2, for not that much more than what BM will charge for this new knife. I won't or more accurately, can't pay the new prices. I just don't have the cash laying around for the super overpriced MAP. [rant off]
 
Just for the record, the "real" Stryker was a 154cm tanto.

I've always wanted one with an axis lock.

And I think we all know when they make a D2/S30V/M390 its gonna be awesome.
 
RevDevil said:
Slapping an Axis lock on everything really gets old after a while too. The Stryker was fine IMO with the liner lock, if they really wanted to Gussie it up, they should have made an integral lock "mono lock" out of it. That was one of a few knives Benchmade has come out with that had the lock geometry correct.
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As a lefty, I have to disagree. Since they refuse to make a left-handed linerlock any more, that effectively eliminates a knife from consideration for folks like me. Putting the Axis lock on it makes sure it can work for everyone.
 
Most of the "new" knives seem to be answers to questions nobody asked. A little originality would be nice. If you're going to modify existing designs, how about a manual 7505 that many have asked for?
 
The Stryker should have a thumb disc, and the Contego NEEDS to be M4. S30V on a hard-use fixed blade is child's play.

The 484 looks like a sculpted version of the 14210, but with better steel.
 
loonybin said:
As a lefty, I have to disagree. Since they refuse to make a left-handed linerlock any more, that effectively eliminates a knife from consideration for folks like me. Putting the Axis lock on it makes sure it can work for everyone.
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Lefties have rights too, I understand. Being able to use most folders with both hands is something that took me a while to learn. I carried left front pocket for years myself.
 
I don't think anything will compare to this/these original Strykers.







I think the new 909 is a mere shadow of the original 910, and I sure don't need one.
 
Nothing BM has interested me in the past year, especially now with the uncalled for low blow to the prices. (was about to buy another 943, but not anymore)
 
Okay, my personal opinions on the new designs:

The 183 Contego looks interesting, but it strikes me as a cop-out to making a brand new design, IMO.

The new Strykers are a nice little addition. Can't really comment further than that...I never got into tantos-bladed knives.

The 484 Nakamura-designed knife is butt-ugly. That G10 milling is gag-worthy and almost as bad as the Volli's and 300's G10. It looks like something SOG would put out. At $225, you can count me out.

The 477 Emissary is the one that has my interest the most...but not by much. Considering the materials (aluminum!? why no titanium!?) and action (assisted opener), I am in complete disagreement with the price.

Overall, I see a fixed blade based off a folder (Contego), 2 variants of current models (Strykers), 1 larger sized variant of a current model (Emissary), and 1 new (ugly) design (484). Looks like the Originality Crew at Benchmade is on hiatus...
 
PaulTR said:
Overall, I see a fixed blade based off a folder (Contego), 2 variants of current models (Strykers), 1 larger sized variant of a current model (Emissary), and 1 new (ugly) design (484). Looks like the Originality Crew at Benchmade is on hiatus...
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Where's ToolDiva? Maybe she can tell us why they chose these....
 
Skywalker31 said:
Here's another, the 477 Emissary 3.5

http://www.benchmade.com/products/477

This I would actually be really interested in... if it weren't for the fact that it looks like it's going to be a $190 knife from dealers based off of that MSRP, where it would've been $145 before.
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I don't get this one either. The 470 has a 3" blade. The 477 a 3.45" blade. Does .45" really make that much of a difference if there aren't any other design differences between the two knives?
 
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BEBrewster said:
I'd like to have that Contego. Hopefully it won't cost too much.
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From Benchmade's website:

183 FIXED CONTEGO

Just like its folding predecessor, this tactical fixed blade from Warren Osborne was made to be tough.

- Reverse tanto blade
- CPM-S30V premium stainless steel blade (58-60HRC)
- Smooth, contoured black G10 handles

Includes multiple position, molded sheath with adjustable detent

Blade Length: 4.97"
Blade Thickness: 0.164"
Handle Thickness: 0.620"
Blade Material: S30V Premium Stainless Steel
Blade Hardness: 58-60HRC
Blade Style: Reverse Tanto
Weight: 7.14oz.
Pocket Clip: No Clip
Lock Mechanism: Fixed
Overall Length: 10.18"
Sheath Material: Multi-Position Molded Kydex w/ Adjustable Detent
Class: Black

RETAIL PRICE: $195.00 (Plain Edge/ Satin Finish Blade/ Contoured Black G10 Handle)

Since MAP is being enforced by Benchmade it should sell very close to the retail price, maybe $185.00.
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Another new one is in the H & K line:

HK 14715: Axis Lock, D2 blade steel with black coating, G10 handle scales, open back/flow-through construction.

Doesn't say what the blade length is.

It is sort of shaped like the Contego.

The handle is straight instead of curved though. The end of the handle is shaped like the bottom part of a keystone.

This information is from page 72 of the December 2013 issue of Shooting Industry magazine.
 
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GCG199 said:
Another new one is in the H & K line:

HK 14715: Axis Lock, D2 blade steel with black coating, G10 handle scales, open back/flow-through construction.

Doesn't say what the blade length is.

It is sort of shaped like the Contego.

The handle is straight instead of curved though. The end of the handle is shaped like the bottom part of a keystone.

This information is from page 72 of the December 2013 issue of Shooting Times magazine.
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You wouldn't happen to have a pic handy, would you?
 
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