Black Talon 2 or Steel tiger for SD?

[David From NC]

Took this Friday or Saturday leaving for work but hadn't had a chance to post (don't do forums on phone or use Tapatalk or any of that stuff):

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[DocJD]

I just now ordered a PE Black Talon 2 .

I've had a full SE version for some time and have come to respect it greatly as a fighting folder .

But I wanted a PE that I can use harder in training and be able to easily sharpen .

The PE also is more usable IMO for regular utility use . I tend to reserve my CS SE knives for SD / emergency use . PITA to sharpen for me .

 

[nephron]

You either hate or love this one, I got lucky to find a NIB CTS XHP version. Last post 2016 lol.

 

[DocJD]

You either hate or love this one, I got lucky to find a NIB CTS XHP version. Last post 2016 lol.
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I somehow have never bought the Tiger Claw .

I'm just not super attracted for some reason I can't define . However , at the right price , I probably will buy one .

I see it more as a utility knife , secondarily as an SD/ fighter .

I feel that the BT2 is the superior fighter but weaker for utility use . YMMV !

But consider that I've not yet had "hands on" the Tiger Claw , so I might change my mind !

 

[nephron]

I somehow have never bought the Tiger Claw .

I'm just not super attracted for some reason I can't define . However , at the right price , I probably will buy one .

I see it more as a utility knife , secondarily as an SD/ fighter .

I feel that the BT2 is the superior fighter but weaker for utility use . YMMV !

But consider that I've not yet had "hands on" the Tiger Claw , so I might change my mind !

Agreed, it is an acquired taste for me, thought the design was kinda funky. But I did some reading on the design and found a new respect for the shape. Got a CS Steel Tiger and then found the Claw after trying out the Steel Tiger. Thought the ring was a gimmick but now I understand its use and I am a believer now.