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Benchmade's D2...another D2 post...

fedaykincmndr

fedaykincmndr

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Alright, I've done quite a bit of research around the archives and can't seem to find the answer I want/need. I've seen many a-posts on D2 vs. Steel A or B or X, however I can't find anything relative to the toughness and performance of D2 in hard use applications. To be precise, Benchmade's D2 from Cabela's. Does anyone know of their heat treat or in-house tests? Has anyone themselves tested this particular blade to it's maximum? Your replies are greatly appreciated . Thanks in advance.
 
I have a Benchmade 806 with D2 steel.(806 is no longer in production) The D2 holds a great edge and the axis lock is excellent. I don't think you could go wrong with a benchmade in D2. D2 is a great choice for a hard working knife. holds an edge a long time even with hard use. Only draw back is it is somewhat harder to sharpen because it is tough tool steel. It might need a light coat of oil every month or so
 
Well, I don't know the hardness rating on it, but I highly recommend the Cabela's D2 Grip. I got mine about a month ago and love it. It holds an edge very well. I reprofiled the edge on the diamond sticks of my sharpmaker to 30* with a 40* edge and the edge just keeps coming back for more.
The price is really pretty decent, I think you really like it if you try it.
Bob
 
i had a Benchmade 960 Osborne, and it was a sweet little knife, i have to say though, while it held and edge very well, sharpening was a pain, i sent mine into Benchmade to be sharpened and i was very disapointed, they really messed up the serations the blade had. i know this is unlike Benchmade, but its what happened, so my recomendation is D2 rocks..if you can sharpen it and if you use caution if you buy a Benchmaed and think about sending it in to be sharpened.:)
 
D2 has excellent edge holding, rust resistance (esp. if the blade is coated), but can be a pain in the ass to sharpen. My queen d2 congress came with an edge so blunt, even if it was a softer steel I'd have needed to reprofile it for hours, but with D2 it sucked. I got it finally, and have been impressed with it's edge retention, and when it gets dull, strop it, or touch it up, and voila, shaving sharp again. My 806D2 took some work (but I was using a sharpmaker), but once i got the edge on it, i can't complain. not shaving sharp, but slices newspaper effortlessly. and when i got the knife it was used, and not as sharp as I like it.

it takes some time to sharpen, and reprofile if you like a thinner edge, but it takes little maintenance to keep sharp and stain free. it is one of my favorite steels, especially for smaller, slipjoint knives.

Pete
 
I've had mine for about 4 months and completely agree with the edge retention and durability of the edge. However, question to which I need an answer is, "how hard would you consider hard use and will the knife stand up to it?" Of course I'm not talking blatant abuse but I've done things in the past to cheaper knives that I've considered doing and have done and thus far to an extent the D2 Grippie has out performed but I'm still wary. Your comments or experiences are greatly appreciated.
 
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