Al Mar SERE 2000, some opinions please

You won't be disappointed :thumbup:
After edcing mine for the last three weeks, (misc cardboard, packaging, shrink wrap, twine, coardage, zip ties, ect) After all that, all I've done is to strop it on a strop loaded with green compound.
It just keeps on getting sharper :D
 
Yep! Through the years of carrying my Sere (and putting it to good use daily) I only had to sharpen it twice a year. Sometimes once a year. If you strop it and run it on a smooth steel once in a while, it'll stay sharp a good long time. Excellent knives.
 
I have a green D/A conversion SERE 2000 (scale/bolster automatic) - I really like the knife, but 1 small thing - the conversion pushes the blade out slightly, and so the tip of the blade is a bit too close to the edge of the knife. That plus a relatively weak detent, and I've had it open in my pocket a few times now - at least twice it caught my pant pocket between the blade and the handle, making for a difficult, sharp, bundled and awkward moment.

I like the heft, the "clink" it makes when it locks up and the liner snaps in place, the great semi-agressive G10 scales -- I just wish it had a stronger detent.
 
You bought a truly great knife, OP. Only reason I don't have one is I wish they had a 1/4" longer blade. Dammit.

But I'm breaking down.....
 
Thanks people. Very interesting to read about the DA conversion issues - I had given a great deal of consideration to doing just that with the SERE. I think the logical path is to see how I like it for awhile before doing anything. I suppose a small pouch of calf leather might help solve your problem though.

Thanks again for the votes of confidence. Though it may take a few weeks, I will eventually have it in my hands and will get some pics up. Then I can also put my Brend into the cabinet to reflect on its own glory for a bit :-)
 
I used to own one. That was back in like 2008 when they were a good deal at $130. Now the price is insane. The one I had I didn't trust. If you put pressure on the back of the blade while observing the liner lock, you could see it begin to move towards the unlock side. Not a properly executed design of the Walker liner lock.
 
Great knife. Custom quality in a production. I have the auto conversion too n love it. Mine is perfect in every way. Highly recommend getting one to any that ask. You will love it. Enjoy it. Congrats.
 
I met Al at a SOF convention in Arizona before he passed away. He was really dedicated to making knives that were of very high quality. I just ordered the all black SERE 2000 folder and I am sure that the quality of build will be there. I also own Microtechs, Benchmades, Spydercos, Etc. and would put the SERE 2000 in the same class. It has a timeless look to it and I am sure you will enjoy yours.
 
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