Benchmade 520 vs. Kershaw Boa??

zatch · Feb 17, 2009

I am incredibly torn between these two knives and cannot decide which one to pick. I made some extra cash and these are the next two on the list. Does anyone own both or could recommend one over the other??

knivesandguns · Feb 17, 2009

The boa is more ergonomic for me. I don't have either, but people who have one or the other like'em for what they're worth. Boa also has S30V.

walleyeguy7 · Feb 17, 2009

id take the 520 personally, especially the auto.

johnu2 · Feb 17, 2009

I'd pick the 520. I have the 525 (mini version) and it's one of my favorite folders.

omaha-beenglockin · Feb 17, 2009

The 520/525's are my favorite knives---there is always one or the other riding in my pocket for the last 2 years or so.

skimmerhorn · Feb 17, 2009

i have the 520 and love it! it's my favorite folder of many. to me it feels perfect for my hands and screams "tactical self defense"!!!. i love the aluminum handles, the grip is superb.

jujigatame · Feb 17, 2009

I've had both and they are excellent, solid folders. I think you'd be happy with either in terms of getting a quality product. Guess it'd mostly come down to what blade style you prefer (recurve vs. a more traditional drop point) and whether or not you want assisted opening.

SPXTrader · Feb 19, 2009

I've owned a few 520's before. I still have 7 Boas. I guess that's my answer.