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AndersP

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Hi
My first post here :)
I'm going to buy a new knive.
I've been lokking at Buck Tempest and SOG Flash II.Which of them would you recommend?
Or maybe there's something even better you could tip me about.

/Anders
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AndersP said:
Hi
My first post here :)
I'm going to buy a new knive.
I've been lokking at Buck Tempest and SOG Flash II.Which of them would you recommend?
Or maybe there's something even better you could tip me about.

/Anders
"Wave is your friend"
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Welcome to the forums, Anders. I've owned both Buck and SOG knives in the
past and they both make good products. I've never tried either of the models
you mention though. Both brands are represented on the manufacturer's forums
here, try these links. You'll probably find the info you're looking for.

Buck Forum

SOG forum
 
Everybody on the SOG forum loves SOG - as the people on the other forums pretty much love what they chose. I haven't found much comparative information, say, comparing the manufacturing quality of a SOG TF-2 to a Spyderco Military or Benchmade AFCK. Other than the steels chosen, what else justifies the price differences, if anything? Is the assisted opening useful, or a gimmick? Other useful information? Since the nearest listed store that carries SOG is 75 miles away, I can't just easily go check them out at the corner store....
 
tford said:
Everybody on the SOG forum loves SOG - as the people on the other forums pretty much love what they chose. I haven't found much comparative information, say, comparing the manufacturing quality of a SOG TF-2 to a Spyderco Military or Benchmade AFCK. Other than the steels chosen, what else justifies the price differences, if anything? Is the assisted opening useful, or a gimmick? Other useful information? Since the nearest listed store that carries SOG is 75 miles away, I can't just easily go check them out at the corner store....
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Oh well, good luck in your search. I thought you hadn't already checked those forums.
 
i like SOG knives. i have some reservations about the Flash series, however. i don't care for the zytel handles (do they still make them in alum.?), as in this particular configuration they feel kinda "cheap" or flimsy (IMHO, of course).

i do like SOG's S.A.T. "assisted open" action though -- very snappy indeed. whether or not it's a gimmick usually ends up a matter of opinion. i like blades which deploy quickly and easily, and most assisted openers satisfy this nicely. it all boils down to: once a knife is in your hand, how quickly do you need it open? AOs also help when you're wearing gloves, or suffer from an ailment which would benefit from minimal movement in opening a knife.

SOG's steel is generally on the low-end of acceptable, mainstream types - AUS8 in particular. holds an edge pretty well, but obviously not as long as some tougher, higher-end offerings. it does make up for it in ease of sharpening, however. they don't seem to attract the same numbers of adamant enthusiasts and hard-users, though, due to their lack of higher-end materials/steels in their everyday folders and work knives.

abe m.
 
Get a Benchmade...556 Mini-Griptilian or 551 Griptilian.
 
glockman's right. a Grip would be a great "new knife". or how about a Spyderco Delica or Endura?

how about a Kershaw Leek? (i like these alot, and they are assisted open -- very flick-addictive!)

abe m.
 
Well, i ALWAYS carry my Leatherman, (i had it when i married), but i would like a "real" also. Price maybe up to $80 - $100, size around 10 CM folded. I want a knife one can rely on for a long time. Some sort of assisted opening like SOG Flash II would be nice :)

Thanks for your tips, i'll check out the Benchmade and Kershaw. Also Spyderco Delica or Endura which i never heard of :)


/Anders
 
Also someone might have a tip on where to buy. Must be an internetstore which ships worldwide and i don't cry if it's cheap too. Can't buy in Sweden cause it's MUSCH too expensive, for example, a Leatherman Charge Ti costs $241 here (1649 SKR)
 
I have checked out the tips a got.

The Spyderco knives has this "ring" to open with wich i don't like.

I don't know about the SOG anymore...

The Kershaw Leek and the Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian or 551 Griptilian seems really great.
I also found the Benchmade Osborne 960, it's a bit more expensive but it seems to be an awsome knife.
What du you people think?

http://www.newgraham.com/BM_960RED.htm


(I hope you understand my english, if you don't, i can write in swedish ;) )
 
AndersP said:
The Spyderco knives has this "ring" to open with wich i don't like.
The Kershaw Leek and the Benchmade 556 Mini-Griptilian or 551 Griptilian seems really great.
I also found the Benchmade Osborne 960, it's a bit more expensive but it seems to be an awsome knife.
What du you people think?
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i see you're not too pleased with the look of the Spyderco opening hole (the "ring" you mentioned). i can assure you that, while Spyderco knives don't generally win any beauty contests, they are brilliantly designed by folks who base their knives on function first AND last. the "Spyderhole" is so absolutely effective and easy-to-open, you'll know instantly why it's there, and just how cleverly simple it is.

on the other hand, if you just can't stand the Spyders, the Kershaw Leek is a great knife. the stainless steel hands have been called slippery by some, but i have never lost my grip on mine, and its framelock is nice and snug. the beat-blasted finish is nice and the blade is very useful in length and edge. it won't be as stout as a Spyderco or the Osborne that you've mentioned, but for an everyday knife, it's a winner, and very reasonably priced.

lastly, the Osborne 960 is a terrific knife in all aspects. the AXIS lock included is awesome and makes opening AND closing the knife a snap. it fits great in my hands (they're medium-sized) and locks up super-tough. Benchmade uses great steels in all of their higher-end knives, and the D2 in that bad-boy is no exception. the 960 is slim but with a comfortable grip, and is probably one of the more robust as well as elegant knives we've discussed. of course, you'll be paying a premium for all of the added benefits and snazzy looks, but if you can afford it, you won't be disappointed.

abe m.
 
I've gotta agree with allyourblood, the spydie hole was a great invention, a breakthrough in knife evolution. Anders, see if you can get your hands on a Military and try that hole. You'll see what we mean.
 
Thanks for your insightly reply. I'll go with the 960 or the Leek then, tough one to decide :)
 
Welcome to the forums.

I'm writing from South Africa where knife supplies are limited and prices usually on the high side. Best value for money here I've found is in Cold Steel and Spyderco. Cold Steel lock-ups are very strong and the folders with AUS-8 steel are good value for money. I have always liked Spydercos, but I find the newer ones are a bit sharper around the hole. You could also find good value for money in the CRKT M16s.

Happy hunting ;)
 
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