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Alright Cliff,
I've read hundreds of your reviews of various knives.
So what's your favorite EDC knife? Small fixed blade? Large fixed blade?
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cliff already answer some weeks ago that he has'nt got an EDC but it depends which knives he is testing at the moment.
As far as i remember, it was the spiderco bird and other folders.

fred, depository of Cliff words:D
 
Even if Cliff is too busy testing a variety of blades to settle for one (and I know that if I had an excuse to carry and use a great number of different knives I would), he can let us know which blade he would recommend for an EDC. I know that he is always careful to question exactly what the knife would be used for. So, its not a camp knife, not a chopper, or a tactical fighter.

Just a knife I could carry in my pocket every day for mundane every day uses. My preference would be a steel that held an edge (more than an easy sharpener) one hand opener, any decent style locking mechanism, light enough for pocket carry.
 
Well, Mr. Stamp, we are waiting.

You can categorize into multiple choices (should you choose).

If you could, though, please keep it (them) to factory blades (so we average income people can consider the purchase of same).
 
For general purpose, multi-use broad spectrum folders, moving beyond a focused cutting tool and judging by edge retention, cutting ability, ergonmics/security, ease of opening/closing, durability and versatility - right now I would tend to think of the 710 M2 Axis from Benchmade and the Paramiliary from Spyderco.

At times I would a more focused design; the ER Fulcrum, Fallkniven U2, Rucksack or Opinel, but for a knife which I would be pleased to carry at home, outside, in town, and in the woods, the first two tend to come to mind based on what I have seen and what I have learned from talking to guys like Joe who have used more custom folders than I have.

A lot of course depends on what you do and how you value each aspect of performance, someone who primary does a lot of wood working and food preperation would value the Opinel fairly strongly, as do for example local fishermen who often use them for fillet knives as the thin blade cuts very well, however it has issues in other aspects.

-Cliff
 
Cliff Stamp said:
A lot of course depends on what you do and how you value each aspect of performance, someone who primary does a lot of wood working and food preperation would value the Opinel fairly strongly, as do for example local fishermen who often use them for fillet knives as the thin blade cuts very well, however it has issues in other aspects.
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What kind of knife would you reccomend for chopping cinder blocks apart?
 
It's my opinion, for a every day carry and general use knife that carrying comfort is the most important factor.
 
Planterz said:
What kind of knife would you reccomend for chopping cinder blocks apart?
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Dark Ops obviously.

db said:
.... carrying comfort is the most important factor.
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This has never been a personal issue with most folding knives, even something like the Manix easily fits inside a normal pants pocket.

I have had a few like Ralph's large MAXX's or the CS VG, which can stand out in the pocket due to their size. But I would not EDC them for other reasons.

-Cliff
 
Just because a knife fits in a pocket doesn't make it comfortable to carry. I have no idea if the Manix is comfortable or not. Like yousaid it is personal, but isn't alot of why or why not someone likes a knife personal? For me I find many knives ride very differently depending on thickness clip placement and style, width, and weight. For me I find I'm more likely to carry a comfortable knife, as an edc, more so than how well it preforms at one thing or another.
 
db said:
Just because a knife fits in a pocket doesn't make it comfortable to carry.
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Fit meant more there than just being able to wedge it in, it is more like asking someone if a suit "fits". I usually carry 4-6 folding knives and don't notice any of them, even the large ones like the Cara Cara. But I spent a few years in construction and carrying a slim folder is trivial compared to other tools, and of course wearing a tool belt with pounds of nails and assorted tools for 8-12 hours at a time.

...but isn't alot of why or why not someone likes a knife personal?
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The characteristics you use to judge it could be objective however how you actually value them is likely totally subjective.

For me I find many knives ride very differently depending on thickness clip placement and style, width, and weight.
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This is never something I consider as it has never been much of an influence. For clips I am interested in a balance of retention and ease of release and ergonomics in hand. I have had a few which needed to be loosened a little, but that is easy to do. From a tactical perspective there are probably speed draw issues and such. Some folders ride very low, some very high, some print more than others which can be nice for concealment.

For me I find I'm more likely to carry a comfortable knife, as an edc, more so than how well it preforms at one thing or another.
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Everyone has their own list of priorities, that is why there are so many knives.

-Cliff
 
Greetings all!! I am a new comer and this is my first post. I would like to hear what Mr. stamps choices are for the large and small fixed blades. I think his reviews are great. :thumbup: J
 
Cliff Stamp said:
What generally are you doing with the large and small fixed blades?

-Cliff
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I guess I am looking for a knife that can be used all around/ general utility/ survival but quality that if it was the only knife I had with me I would be OK. The one or two you count on in your emergency bag in fear the reaper decends on us. I guess the ones that most impressed you in your tests. J
 
I have a Benchmade 710HS (M2) and agree it is a most useful knife design.

I've been idly looking to purchase a Spyderco Military, and with this further confirmation of its usefulness, I'll have to become more earnest in trying one.

Thanks for the input, Mr. Stamp.
 
I am aware that all different knives have different purposes but i am still looking for the fixed blade that will there for food prep, survival chores, general utility. tactical or defense is a concern but the day to day chores are more important. something easy to sharpen for a beginner to sharpening. I had been looking at the Fallkniven F1 and the S1. Cold steel SRK and the master hunter(but still am wondering if i should get the MH in carbon v or Aus8). Now I am also considering the swamp rat smaller styles. The camp tramp sounds like a great knife but it's a little large. I was looking for something that had a blade around 4 inches but not much more than 7. I would prefer a beefy/strong shorter blade if anyone had any suggestions. thanks J
 
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