555 vs 556

[EagleIH]

Sorry if this topic has been covered thoroughly already, but which one do you think is the easiest to open and has the best utility? Thanks in advance for your thoughts.

 

[Fred Sanford]

They are both super easy to open and both great for whatever. The 555 has a slightly more delicate tip because it has a hollow ground blade and the tip is thinner. I prefer the 555 because I don't care for the blade shape of the 556.

 

[MobileFireLord]

Also, 555 (555SHG) blade has hollow grind and Sheepshoot blade with thumbhole opener.

 

[db_sharply]

I own both and carry both a fair bit. Here's my opinion:
If you occasionally need to stab things, go for the 556. If you do not need to stab things (or if you want to make sure you do not stab anything), the 555 is a slightly better slicer. If you want a compromise, try the 558 Ritter.

 

[uxo2]

555.

If your a Spydie guy.

You can Spydie flick it