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I think maybe Crimson is referring to the Chris Reeve "Ti-Lock," a $475 titanium knife with a unique locking mechanism.
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does any ti framelock compete with the sage 2 for the price?
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I think maybe Crimson is referring to the Chris Reeve "Ti-Lock," a $475 titanium knife with a unique locking mechanism.
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Nope, I'm just dumb. Don't mind me.
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There's also a new Harley Davidson (Benchmade) Ti-framelock called the Ti-fender that came out recently. It's made in China, but the price seems to reflect this. I haven't seen any reviews on the quality, but BM is generally pretty good at managing their production overseas. Keep your eye on the for sale forum, too, the Anso designed Böker framelocks come up for around your price mark every once in a while.
I think we've all come to the agreement that the Sage 2 is a Ti-framelock now, no point in making that the focus of the thread.
I think we've all come to the agreement that the Sage 2 is a Ti-framelock now, no point in making that the focus of the thread.
You can find a new Bradley Alias 2 for $165, but the supplies are getting very thin. Most vendors that still have any left are selling for more, but if you look hard you can find one. It is VERY hard to find the plain edge version at any price now, unless you get one on the used market, and they don't even come up that often. Similar story with Alias 1, but the prices are about $50 more.
You CAN get a used Alias 2 for under $150 in like new condition, because I recently got one for $130.
These are built by Benchmade, and Benchmade services the warranty, so you are covered by one of the best makers out there.
S30V blade and 6AL4v Titanium framelock handle. Right hand thumb-stud operation.
I will attest that my Bradley Alias 2 is really an amazingly good knife. It has incredible fit and finish, and the function is incredible. This knife flicks out so easily and quickly that people would think it is an assisted-opening knife, but it's not. It locks up solid, and closes and stays closed well. The movement of the blade is smooth as silk on opening/closing. The lock disengages easily with no sticking. NO blade play in any direction. Feels as solid as a fixed blade knife when you are using it.
It is just the right size for EDC.
And the blade length of just about 3" is ALL cutting edge. You don't have a 3" blade with 2.5" of cutting edge on this knife. It uses the whole blade. Blade shape is a work of art, with a spear point and swedged spine. Hair-popping sharp.
Also has a great blade-to-handle length ratio.
Clip can be mounted either end for tip-up or tip-down carry. Has a Lanyard hole.
The titanium handle will get some carry marks on it in your pocket. They all do. Titanium gets light surface marks easily, but it gives a look of character.
It is fairly sheeple-friendly, and doesn't look like Rambo, sort of in a similar way as a Sebenza. Has almost a gent's knife appearance, again sort of like a Sebenza.
I think the Alias 2 gives you way more knife than you pay for. It is a very high quality design and execution for a moderate price.
My biggest problem with it is that it makes me think that I don't need to get any other knives now.
You CAN get a used Alias 2 for under $150 in like new condition, because I recently got one for $130.
These are built by Benchmade, and Benchmade services the warranty, so you are covered by one of the best makers out there.
S30V blade and 6AL4v Titanium framelock handle. Right hand thumb-stud operation.
I will attest that my Bradley Alias 2 is really an amazingly good knife. It has incredible fit and finish, and the function is incredible. This knife flicks out so easily and quickly that people would think it is an assisted-opening knife, but it's not. It locks up solid, and closes and stays closed well. The movement of the blade is smooth as silk on opening/closing. The lock disengages easily with no sticking. NO blade play in any direction. Feels as solid as a fixed blade knife when you are using it.
It is just the right size for EDC.
And the blade length of just about 3" is ALL cutting edge. You don't have a 3" blade with 2.5" of cutting edge on this knife. It uses the whole blade. Blade shape is a work of art, with a spear point and swedged spine. Hair-popping sharp.
Also has a great blade-to-handle length ratio.
Clip can be mounted either end for tip-up or tip-down carry. Has a Lanyard hole.
The titanium handle will get some carry marks on it in your pocket. They all do. Titanium gets light surface marks easily, but it gives a look of character.
It is fairly sheeple-friendly, and doesn't look like Rambo, sort of in a similar way as a Sebenza. Has almost a gent's knife appearance, again sort of like a Sebenza.
I think the Alias 2 gives you way more knife than you pay for. It is a very high quality design and execution for a moderate price.
My biggest problem with it is that it makes me think that I don't need to get any other knives now.
While the Alias's run $190-$240+ locally, these regular production Benchmades - and a 790 Subrosa - were all bought locally for <$200 new. I even found a LN no box 630 at a local gunshow for <$150! Check around...
Also found locally - for ~$200 w s/t - my second ZT-0551 - now, there is a value!
Stainz
Also found locally - for ~$200 w s/t - my second ZT-0551 - now, there is a value!
Stainz
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Like many here I'm a huge fan of Ti-frame locks and the Spyderco Sage 2 is the nicest, tightest spec knife of its kind that I've ever purchased (at that price point). At least on mine everything is dead on with the fit and finish and it makes for a great EDC. My favorite Ti-framelock is the A.G. Russell Acies; ZT is also putting out some incredible knives of this type as well.
Good luck!
Good luck!
