Benchmade Puukko

They said fall and I think I heard October if I remember correctly. I’m definitely interested in checking it out when it’s released.
 
NRGbasser said:
It will be less likely to chip with hard abuse, easier to sharpen in the field. I think they are marketing this as a hard use field/bushcraft blade. I may be wrong.
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Yeah, still seems soft, I see most 10" hard use choppers in the 58-60 (Bark River 10" choppers) or 60-62 (cold steel in medium and large sizes) that are meant for more abuse/impact that you can put on a 4" blade.
 
NRGbasser said:
It will be less likely to chip with hard abuse, easier to sharpen in the field. I think they are marketing this as a hard use field/bushcraft blade. I may be wrong.
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Did you really just say less likely to chip? 3V...chip? One of the least chippy steels known to man o_O
 
`br4dz- said:
Did you really just say less likely to chip? 3V...chip? One of the least chippy steels known to man o_O
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I had a convex grind 3v blade chip on me. No joke, it was my fault but it can happen. Hit a piece of fencing wire. It’s still my favorite steel. Could have been a poor heat treat as well but none of these steels are indestructible but 3v is super tough.
 
Got one yesterday and really like everything about the knife. I think it’s gonna be one of my favorites. I was really surprised about the handle. I really like the rubber grip. I’ve always been a fan of micarta and wood but this handle material is nice.
 
NRGbasser said:
Got one yesterday and really like everything about the knife. I think it’s gonna be one of my favorites. I was really surprised about the handle. I really like the rubber grip. I’ve always been a fan of micarta and wood but this handle material is nice.
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Where did you order it from? I’ve been waiting for ever seemingly for it to be available but caved and bought it off BM’s site. Any pics?
 
I have a nice knife store about an hour from from my house called New Graham Knives. I drove over there and picked it up yesterday. I’ll see if I can get pics up tomorrow, I’ll be at work till after midnight tonight. This knife might give my L.T. blades some competition.
 
Mine arrived today. I like the saber grind. I think it is better for general use than the Scandinavian grind. I wasn't sure about the handle material, but I think it will work fine and the handle shape is very comfortable. I really like the sheath. I think it is a step up from the 162 sheath. The overall package is pretty light, and I think it is superb value for the money - I paid $123 with free shipping. Those are just my initial impressions. I am looking forward to seeing what others think.
 
I just discovered the 200 today, looks like a very capable knife. Definitely investing in one. For under $125.00 you cannot go wrong.
 
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