Anyone else get in on the Dwyer BBNN?

[Ozmose]

I saw these pop up on Knifecenter and had to grab one. I'm not much for Chinese made knives these days, but this was too unique of a drop to pass up.

I think I can post a link since Knifecenter has an account here. The mods can slap me on the wrist if I'm wrong. There might be a few left in stock.

North Mountain Blade BBNM

 

[Medieval Peasant]

I love how it says “Designed by Duane Dwyer and made by Japanese-trained artisans” but it’s actually just made in China. I’m not against Chinese made knives, but it’s funny to me when makers try to wordsmith stuff to make it sound NOT Chinese made

 

[4:20ChopChop]

The hard pass for me is that the 3.62” blade only has a 2.95” cutting edge. I don’t support that kind of design, and I’ve seen it a few times from other companies, too. That waste of cutting edge space for a finger choil and a separate sharpening choil, looks terrible, to me, as well.

 

[abcdef]

I’m not against Chinese made knives

Is it ok to state we are against chinese knives?

 

[JRRsix7]

Is it ok to state we are against chinese knives?

Absolutely!

 

[l1ranger]

not for me
that's american made knife money they are asking for and the design is not to my taste either

 

[sgt1372]

$320-380?

For . . .

• Blade Material: Japanese SLD Semi-Stainless Steel

whatever the f*ck that is.

Besides, they're all listed as "currently unavailable" anyway.

Thanks but no thanks!

 

[Skywalker31]

• Blade Material: Japanese SLD Semi-Stainless Steel

whatever the f*ck that is.

Basically Japanese D2; somewhat common in Japanese kitchen cutlery.

Edit - images show blades stamped SLD Magic, though, which is a different Hitachi steel.

 

[Yo Mama]

I would never put my money into a Mick or Duane knife.

 

[mitchnola]

It’s unfortunate that anyone would buy these. What’s next, crks, Hinderers etc made over seas? If people keep buying them than it’s just a matter of time.

 

[Ozmose]

Basically Japanese D2; somewhat common in Japanese kitchen cutlery.

Edit - images show blades stamped SLD Magic, though, which is a different Hitachi steel.

It's a bit tougher with a bit less edge retention than D2. They use it in a san mai with a more corrosion resistant steel. That's why it has a hammon look. That's just the core. I have a couple of knives that use it. It's pretty good stuff.

 

[ShaiHulud]

Too many choils, waste of cutting edge space

 

[Blues]

Before this doesn't end well, (which it won't), it will just end.

I hope you enjoy your new knife. Feel free to write a review after you've used it. (If you dare.)