BK2 - jimping - why not standard issue?

Jimping is one of those mods that if you add it it looks cool and is useful when you need it but if you don't have it and you do need it you will be cussing under your breath while you make do without it...It's on my list for the 2...

CW
 
Ahhhhh---jimping ! You either LOVE it or you HATE it. I will expand on this within a few days. I have been very busy lately.
 
A slightly longer explanation on why I LOVE ME some jimping.

I started out with folders. Their design is to be flat. So a fist grip on a folder... sucks. But with good jimping. (see spyderco) You can really get some traction on that thin handle for some good hard work.

On the BK-2, I don't know that I'd use it if it were there. The handle is designed for good grip out of a fist. And I can compare it to a BK 10 (that I got and wub) and the traction for the majority of the work is about the same be it BK-2 fist grip or BK-10 thumb on thumb ramp. Now for detail work WITH ONE HAND (that's important) I feel the thumb ramp gives you more control over how much pressure you're putting down. But there are several grip styles (lots of which I use) that give much better control and precision than any of the 1 handed grips. I'm often using a 2 handed grip in a position I'm comfortable with, and the jimping or lack there of is never an issue.

Still, for that 1 in 10 chance I'll be going with a 1 hand option, I'd rather have the choice. I can just ignore it otherwise. Just know what tool ya got, how to use it, and you'll do fine.
 
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