All things being equal, Which of these knives folders will last longest?

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All things being equal, Which of these knives folders will last longest?

1-Spyderco endura
2-Spyderco military
3-spyderco paramilitary
4-spyderco manix2
4-Benchmade griptilian
5-Sebenza
 
Depends on how often you sharpen them, I have a Xikar 188 a friend gave me so I used it as an EDC for about a year and sharpened it so many times the tanto tip is gone, still cuts great though. I EDC my new JYDII now.
 
Is this a troll?

Because youre comparing knives that range from 40 dollars to 400.

The sebenza will last the longest because you can just send it in and have it refurbed. And it has the least amount of parts. And the simplest design. And its all metal construction.

And what do you mean all things being equal? You mean equal usage? Because the way I use my knives they would probably last a lot longer than I would want to use a single knife.
 
I have a benchmade MiniGrip that I have carried Every Single Day since 2006 and it is still a great knife. I can't find any reasons to replace it
 
baliodude said:
All things being equal, Which of these knives folders will last longest?

1-Spyderco endura
2-Spyderco military
3-spyderco paramilitary
4-spyderco manix2
4-Benchmade griptilian
5-Sebenza
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well, they aren't all equal, so this is difficult to answer.

different locks, different blade steels, different handle materials, different construction.

if you do something stupid, any will break.

if you dont do anything stupid, any will last your lifetime, probably.
 
All things being equal means usage wise.

I am asking because these knives represent different locking mechanisms.
 
p_mcmanis said:
Is this a troll?

Because youre comparing knives that range from 40 dollars to 400.

The sebenza will last the longest because you can just send it in and have it refurbed..
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How does that make me a troll?

May be a 40 dollar folder would outlast a 400 dollar folder. Who knows?

Thats why we have discussion boards.

A Buck 110 may outlast a wiliam hendry ;)
 
baliodude said:
How does that make me a troll?

May be a 40 dollar folder would outlast a 400 dollar folder. Who knows?

Thats why we have discussion boards.

A Buck 110 may outlast a wiliam hendry ;)
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i think your op was just lacking some clarification.

if by equal usage, you mean regular cutting tasks, and not silly stuff, then all will last quite some time.

but as mentioned, the sebenza has ti slabs, which in theory will outlast the g10 models. its bushing system is also probably a longer lasting pivot assembly.
 
baliodude said:
I am asking because these knives represent different locking mechanisms.
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The lock is the last part I'd worry about. I agree that all of these quality knives will, with care, outlast the owner.

If I had to offer a guess, maybe the D2 Para? The Sebbie has a lot going for it though. (Ti slabs, simple robust design, etc)
 
MORIMOTOM said:
i think your op was just lacking some clarification.

if by equal usage, you mean regular cutting tasks, and not silly stuff, then all will last quite some time.

but as mentioned, the sebenza has ti slabs, which in theory will outlast the g10 models. its bushing system is also probably a longer lasting pivot assembly.
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Thanks Mori,

But isnt the frame lock and liner lock the weakest when it comes to wear?
 
baliodude said:
Thanks Mori,

But isnt the frame lock and liner lock the weakest when it comes to wear?
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ive read more about lockbacks that wear and develop play than framelocks actually wearing out.

the sebenza lock is pretty thick, so even if it goes to the opposite scale, it will still be engaging the blade.

in the event you do wear out the sebenza lock, crk will replace the slab for you.

but i would think any of the makers you listed would also replace/repair worn locks.

i own mostly liner/frame locks, and like to handle them quite a bit. i have yet to wear out a lock on any of them. the closest is an emerson from 1999 where the liner is engaging near the right edge of the tang. ill probably have that liner replaced, but it is still locking solidly.

the axis lock is arguably the "strongest" of the mechanisms, but i understand there are some tiny springs in there. i prefer to rely on the simpler systems.
 
MORIMOTOM said:
ive read more about lockbacks that wear and develop play than framelocks actually wearing out.

the sebenza lock is pretty thick, so even if it goes to the opposite scale, it will still be engaging the blade.

in the event you do wear out the sebenza lock, crk will replace the slab for you.

but i would think any of the makers you listed would also replace/repair worn locks.

i own mostly liner/frame locks, and like to handle them quite a bit. i have yet to wear out a lock on any of them. the closest is an emerson from 1999 where the liner is engaging near the right edge of the tang. ill probably have that liner replaced, but it is still locking solidly.

the axis lock is arguably the "strongest" of the mechanisms, but i understand there are some tiny springs in there. i prefer to rely on the simpler systems.
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:thumbup:
KISS - not knocking the other knives but the Sebenza is elegant simplicity - minimal moving parts combined with superb design and engineering. Easily maintained + free factory sharpening + lifetime warranty - and it's been around long enough to prove it's worth.
 
The first thing that came to my mind is that the Sebenza will last longer in a blast furnace.

Why the Spyderco bias, anyway?
 
a 50 dollar endura 4 should last you pretty much forever if you dont abuse the knife. the basic frn endura 4 is quite reliable and rugged.
 
I'd say the Para. Even if it develops a lot of play, the Compression lock will still be more secure than most locks out there.
The Axis lock would win if the omega springs didn't rust out.
 
I've got an Endura that I carried every day for 7 years. I could still carry it if I wanted, but I have newer enduras. :) Joe
 
The knife that will last the longest is the one whose manufacturer will survive the years and be around to replace and refurbish it as needed.

Considering that, and the forces at work in the industry I think I would wager on Spyderco!
 
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