they may both be saber ground, but in no way can you call them the same. look how high and deep the grind is on the bradley, just beautiful. normaly I dont even consider anything thats not FFG, but they did such a beautiful job on the bradley. the saber ground manix looks nice, but not for me.
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bradley vs manix
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they may both be saber ground, but in no way can you call them the same. look how high and deep the grind is on the bradley, just beautiful. normaly I dont even consider anything thats not FFG, but they did such a beautiful job on the bradley. the saber ground manix looks nice, but not for me.
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+1 this is not an issue as the design is very clever and provide a very secure grip.
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I have both the blue FFG sprint version of the Manix 2, and the Gayle Bradley.
Manix 2 Advantage:
Bradley Advantage
Manix 2 Advantage:
- S30V doesn't rust as easily as M4
- More ergonomic handle
- Easier pocket carry - flatter handle and lighter weight
- Blue color (if that's your thing)
- Made in USA
- Ball-bearing lock
Bradley Advantage
- M4 has a "supersteel" reputation
- The crabon fiber and polished liners look great
- Liner lock
- Probably a little better cutter/slicer with a thin grind
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Thats cool, just wondering. The grind may be a couple mm higher on the GB but I think the blade shape just makes it look better. I bet in use they are pretty similar.
So, to all of you who own both a GB and a ffg Manix 2, which comes sharper or will take the best edge after sharpening?
This because I had a normal Manix 2 which I partially didn't like because of it's saber grind and the accompanying problem of the blade not taking a really sharp edge.
This in contrast to my blue Manix 2, that thing is RAZORSHARP!
Man, I have owned several knives, but never got one that was so sharp.
Reason I'm asking this, I'm interested in a GB, but if it cuts and takes an edge just like the normal Manix 2, I think I'll pass.
Thanks!
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CPM M4 tool steel is made in the USA if that helps. (right?)
To me, the best edge is found on the GB. Not sure why (grain size of the steel? Carbides perhaps? dunno). It has nothing to do with the grind, really. The Manix edge seems a bit "toothier" where as the GB will take a BEAUTIFUL polish down to .3µ diamond film. The GB definitely felt sharper out of the box. I also find the CPM-M4 steel very easy to sharpen....
OTOH - you may be asking about slicing performance, where FFG will typically out slice a hollow or hollow/saber grind in some situations. The GB's high hollow grind makes this less of an issue for it but I would still give a slight nod to the FFG Manix when slicing certain thicker materials.
Hope this helps?
Ken
Noticed your name, ever mtn bike in Alifai Park? I used to live in FLA and used to ride there all the time.
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It sounds familiar, is it down around Miami? If so I think I did a few times but it wasn't a normal riding spot. Back when I was really into racing I rode a lot of places along the East coast as well as most of the races in Florida.
Edit: Just looked it up and it is around Tampa. I never rode there but I had a friend that lived in Tampa so he probably did which is why it sounds familiar.