Ever fell out of love with "expensive" knives and sold them all?

[uofaengr]

I recommend the Stretch to so many people but many can't warm up to the blade shape (until they actually use it). I believe its Sal's take on the original spyderco hunter design if used in a true EDC role.

"The popular Spyderco Stretch has evolved over the years, and what initially began as a small, basic Hunter model in the 1980s has matured into an elegant, performance drop point folder, available in a variety of handle materials and blade steels"

TONS OF SOUL!!

[video=youtube;QE5D2hJhacU]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QE5D2hJhacU[/video]

I was never a Stretch fan until I got one in hand. For a 3.5" blade, I put it right there with the PM2. Hopefully the ergos are just as good in the Stretch 2, and eager to see the price point and steels used when it makes its FRN debut. I don't think I'm a big fan of G10 in the standard FRN line. The FRN just works with great traction while keeping cost down. The Stretch in FRN already has a nice little heft to it, and wouldn't care for anymore weight in it.

Great username btw

I go back and forth between guitars and knives myself. I think knives are less expensive though. My problem has been selling pieces from one hobby to fund the other, and then later regretting it.

I haven't bought a guitar in ages, but yeah it's definitely a more expensive hobby than knives. I'd like to get a nice Taylor one day, but my other hobbies have gotta die down first.

 

[GronK]

I go back and forth between guitars and knives myself. I think knives are less expensive though. My problem has been selling pieces from one hobby to fund the other, and then later regretting it.

Haven't been down that road yet. I had both guitars and knives and ended up selling them all to pay the bills during a couple of years of unemployment. I got back into knives a few years ago and have pretty much got to the end of the line with them. I've kept a couple of acoustic guitars around but my younger son returned the G&L SC-2 I rebuilt for him 25 years ago (recently refretted by him) and my brother gave me a frankenstrat to goof with and the bug has bitten hard. The SC-2 is a fine player and the Strat got me started fixing and adjusting again. I don't plan on engaging in GAS, (guitar acquisition syndrome) this time but the internetz really are tempting me so time to sell off some knives for one or two good axes.

 

[JackstrawIII]

Agreed. I often "pony up" and buy some expensive tank-buster knife... and then trade it after a week. For me, the sweet spot is PM2-Sebenza territory. Stuff that's nice, but able to be replaced if need be. For me, there's no sense having a knife that I'm afraid to damage, whether due to its beauty or its cost.

 

[Yalius]

I really couldn't say. The most I've ever paid for a knife probably counts as a budget blade to most people-- a 710-1401.

 

[Quiet]

Oh i know it i used to have 5 guns and about 50ish knives. But the bills piled up, baby on the way, and all that life stuff. So i sold everything except my first knife to make ends meet. Then about a year after i got me a great job and started a new collection of knives (around 15 of them now, but better quality ones). Just getting the itch it build the firearms up a little. And i sometimes i think, 'if i sell a bunch of knives, i could buy something completely unnecessary! Like a Tavor'.

A Tavor is totally necessary! :thumbup:

 

[darks]

I'm considering selling several of mine. They just sit in the safe and while I enjoy them aesthetically, I just don't use them and the knives that I do use constantly (BM940, G10 Mini-Grip, and a ZT0562) I really admire those aesthetically too, so I feel they fill both niches.

 

[tuica]

Not yet. Just found a couple of Buck's used in the navy some 36 years ago. Have many more expensive one's now. They don't take up much space, and some (most!),have appreciated more than my stocks and bonds. Certainly better growth than the current miserable bank savings account interest rate. Unless I've lost it, I have every knife I've ever owned.

 

[n850gt]

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Agreed. One of the reasons I started collecting knives is that my firearms habits had nearly put me in the poor house.

That's what I tried to do but I soon realized I have expensive taste no matter the hobby.

Me... I'm selling my cheaper production pieces to support my newfound custom appetite.

 

[sodak]

Got rid of my Sebenza and never regretted it....

 

[Ccc]

$200-$400 is my sweet spot. I am lucky enough right now in my life that I can buy fun new knives every once in a while and not need to sell off my old ones.

I find that I tend to cycle through waves in this pattern:

First, High-end titanium framelocks (CRK, Les George, Hinderer)

Leading to thicker beater/G-10 work knives (Hinderer, Strider, ZT)

Which overwhelm me and I move to light and practical traditionals (GEC, Northwoods)

Which I then supplement with hard use fixed blades (Busse, Bark River)

Which I then replace with easily carried folding titanium frame locks.

It keeps the collection exciting enough that I always have something fresh to carry around.

 

[jstrange]

I just got three new knives. Two Svord Peasant knives (one regular and one small) and a Benchmade 943. The 943 was a early Valentines gift from my wife and I only had her purchase it because I got a really good deal on a direct buy from BM. Long story short, the Svords have been in and out of my pockets and the 943 has only been in and out of the box. It hasn't even earned pocket time yet, I will probably sell it. Don't get me wrong, its a very nice knife, I am just more in to simple, cheap knives now for some reason. Besides the cool factor, I just dont see what it can do that the other two cant. I will most likely change my mind in a few days, likely after I have sold it, but such is life.

 

[6850]

I did sell a CS black Bear, and a spyderco nice folder I can't remember the name, they called it a sub hilt...
Some others... But I sold them to a friend, like some fyrearms, sell them to each other then buy em back...
However, like MVF I am old...er and figure why not carry the expensive ones?
But my everyday carry knives are a CKRT M21-14SFG and a Boker Wagner RBB.
I had the new record at the doc office the other day...
Emptied my pockets before stepping on the scale... The nurse weighed the contents 4.5 lbs.
What? I like to be prepared!
And, I actually used the glass breaker end of the Boker in a real car wreck!!
Tho I've used pliers one time...
Thanks all, very interesting thread!

 

[whp]

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Agreed. One of the reasons I started collecting knives is that my firearms habits had nearly put me in the poor house.

I also went to knives from firearms partly due to the relative affordability. Plus the basic appeal of cutting tools.

 

[whp]

Appreciate your open mindedness. I would however say that these "expensive" custom knives are not always functionally superior. The triad lock by cold steel (arguably the most soulless company out there) is possibly the most functionally superior lock design ever made. They are one of my favorite "knife making" companies out there because the overall performance destroys most all of their competition at any price point. I'll take one of their new CTS-XHP blades (whether it be a recon talwar, ak47, lawman) over most customs anyday because despite the questionable marketing, they are bullet proof designs at a fraction of the price. All that said, I do appreciate something rare and hand made, but it by no means indicates superiority in cutting tasks, lock up, deployment, ergos, blade centering, or durability.

I agree with everything said.

 

[uofaengr]

I just got three new knives. Two Svord Peasant knives (one regular and one small) and a Benchmade 943. The 943 was a early Valentines gift from my wife and I only had her purchase it because I got a really good deal on a direct buy from BM. Long story short, the Svords have been in and out of my pockets and the 943 has only been in and out of the box. It hasn't even earned pocket time yet, I will probably sell it. Don't get me wrong, its a very nice knife, I am just more in to simple, cheap knives now for some reason. Besides the cool factor, I just dont see what it can do that the other two cant. I will most likely change my mind in a few days, likely after I have sold it, but such is life.

I hear ya man. I'll be meeting up with the buyer of my remaining XM-18 today. Will I regret it after I leave with cash in hand? Maybe although I doubt it. But with prices plummeting on those I can always get another. I might hang onto the Strider for a little while longer. I never thought I'd prefer the SnG over the XM, but the SnG will actually cut somewhat. The CC model is just so damn slick (literally) but like the thinness. In short, the budget blades are just plain fun to carry and use.

 

[threefeathers]

WARNING, BEWARE, AND CAUTION.
Firearm addiction can be more severe than knife addiction, and much more expensive.
Don't say you were not forewarned. Especially if your user name contains "Sig" in it. And that it addiction requires frequent fixes of expensive ammunition.
Ask me how I know.

Me also. I have 23 handguns now including 4HK's.

 

[Bigbobg]

I've owned expensive knives. They didn't do things any better than less expensive knives. I'm not knocking them. If a person wants to spend big bucks on expensive knives that's their right and their business. I've learned to appreciate "beaters". One of my favorites is an old Cold Steel Voyager. Bought it used. The blade has scratches and it was missing the thumb stud. I removed the pocket clip. It's butt ugly but it's a favorite.

 

[gdpolk]

I've sold knives that didn't get used because they didn't meet my needs well. That said some of my favorites are inexpensive and some of my favorites are quite expensive. I get the tools that I think meet my needs and wants the best and I find that's what makes me happy with the purchase. Sometimes more exotic steels and better fit/finish are worth it; sometimes fancy is just fancy and it really doesn't matter.