Buck Strider 889 vs BM Griptillian - Which one is better?

[nx2000]

Buck Strider 889 vs BM Griptillian (Not Ritter version) - Which one is better?

 

[Monocrom]

The Benchmade has better steel and a stronger lock mechanism. This comparo is rather easy.

 

[irabren]

BM Griptilian - by far !!

 

[STR]

Get the BM its just all around the hands down winner in this comparison.

STR

 

[longbeachguy]

I would agree, with the caveat that if you are going to subject the knife to extremely hard use, the 889 might be preferable. I have one and it's one of my strongest folders, period. Even though it's a linerlock it's extremely strong. The axis might be a stronger lock but my money is on the 889 for extreme uses such as prying and batoning.

 

[Franciscomv]

I'd go with the Griptilian, it has a better steel, better lock and (IMO) a more comfortable handle. The Buck 889 is a bit cheaper, but not enough to give it an edge against the Grip.

 

[Purple Haze]

If you're thinking of using it hard, get the Griptilian, for all the reasons expressed above.

If you're the kind of person who loses knives, go for the Buck because it will hurt less when it goes missing.

 

[eyeeatingfish]

Recently like every other thread here has been something or griptillian. They are getting real popular arent they?

 

[longbeachguy]

Recently like every other thread here has been something or griptillian. They are getting real popular arent they?

There was even one Griptilian vs. Griptilian thread. I think it was Rittergrip vs. Cabelas Grip with D2.

 

[Padawan]

Recently like every other thread here has been something or griptillian. They are getting real popular arent they?

They seem to be. I think perhaps the recent "stir" related to the limited-edition Ritter M2 version maybe have brought the Griptilian to the attention of more members.

 

[Franciscomv]

The Griptilians have been quite popular for a while, and they've popped up in most of the threads about good middle priced folders. Of course, the steel upgrade (from 440C to 154CM) and the limited editions have made it appealing to even more people.

I just got one recently and I don't think it was overhyped. It's a really great knife.

 

[katsu]

I think Griptillians are popular because all 12+ varieties are some of the best buys around.
The 889s are subpar and don't deserve to have the Strider name associated with them.

 

[razorsdescent]

I will chime in for the buck. I love strider designs and while i can onyl speak for the actual striders i beleive their design to be far superior. but that being said you might want to look into getitng a used emerson. They are great carry knives.

 

[dpimpc]

I own both, the Benchmade is by far the better knife.

 

[Mugen]

The Benchmade is even ideal for prying/abuse? I would think the 889 would be better for those uses in a more urban area. But for all around utility/camping I would go with the Griptilian.

 

[orthogonal1]

I'm suprised no one brought up the axis versus liner lock issue.

 

[Padawan]

I'm suprised no one brought up the axis versus liner lock issue.

Actually, a few people did.

 

[Hateman]

There was even one Griptilian vs. Griptilian thread. I think it was Rittergrip vs. Cabelas Grip with D2.

I'm waiting for the D'Allara Drop Point vs. Griptilian thread.

But, for this thread, the Grip is the best in comparison with the Buck.

 

[The_Knife_Edge]

Go with the Benchmade.

 

[orthogonal1]

Actually, I was expecting someone to point out that the Buck has had its liner lock regularly lambasted for its propensity to fail.

Inexpensive liner locks aren't that reliable in general as a basic rule, but I was suprised when a Strider design showed up with reportedly unreliable locks. But then again, designers just design, not manufacture.

Therefore, if you choose the Buck, test that lock before using it for major tasks.