Eyeing a Voyager XL

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Charlie_K

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Like the title says I want to get the Voyager XL, clip point, smooth edge configuration. It's got a nice appeal for those that can't afford the Espada.

There's a lot of things I could ask of those who own them, a lot of questions about why I should own one, but I'm more interested in whether or not there's something I should watch out for. Are there any reasons as to why not to get one?
 
I own one, but not carrying it only because of our length law in TN, so I carry the 4" version, both in the style you mention.

The 5.5" version is a pretty damn massive knife, and a bit too long for some back pockets, but if we get the law changed here (which is a possibility this session), I'll start toting it.

- OS
 
There is really no reason I can think of not to get one. Its hard to get this much knife at this price anywhere else. Yeah, its goofy big. But that's part of the fun. Check here. I got the clip point and tanto flavors. The latter carries just a little easier in the pocket because the spine is flat, if that makes sense. But these are fun knives, though not really that practical in my view except for whacking weeds or slashing zombies. But yeah, you should get one.
 
I recommend it. I bought mine mostly for giggles but have been pleasantly surprised by how useful the knife has proven to be. It offers a lot of utility, especially in the woods, and it carries comfortably in the front pocket of my jeans. I'm really impressed with the Voyager series as a whole. For the price, it's hard to go wrong with any of them.
 
Get it and don't look back. It comes razor sharp from the factory, bank-vault lockup like any Triad-Lock knife, and has a lefty clip as well. I have used mine a good bit in the past year and a half since I bought it. I do carry it regularly (longest blade length legal under Texas law) and it is one of the few folders I still own and use. Makes a great stand-in for a butcher knife or fillet knife when I go fishing in the local creek with my friends. Those who hate AUS-8A obviously haven't used it much, for the price it's a good steel and I really don't have any complaints. I honed mine until it will split hairs. For a tank-tough 5.5 inch folder available for less than $70 its a real value in my book. Hope this helps, feel free to PM me with any questions.
 
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Charlie_K said:
Like the title says I want to get the Voyager XL, clip point, smooth edge configuration. It's got a nice appeal for those that can't afford the Espada.

There's a lot of things I could ask of those who own them, a lot of questions about why I should own one, but I'm more interested in whether or not there's something I should watch out for. Are there any reasons as to why not to get one?
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I find the XL Tanto to be made of slightly thicker stock and a hair more weight, thus the clip is slightly the opposite. Maybe it's just my imagination. The XL clip is a seriously large blade and crazy light weight for what you get. Go for it, you will not be disappointed.
 
I carry the old style x2 Voyager and its larger every day. I find it a good use full knife for about any job I need done. I also keep razor sharp just n case I need for SD.
 
I have all three versions of the XL Voyagers.

They are big knives that carry very well.

It is easy to open them via thumb stud or inertia too.

Another great knife that is a great value for the money!
 
I own one. It's a great knife but i find i end up using my tuff lite more regularly because the blade is kind of excessive in my opinion. The knife is more for a cool factor then anything. Only con i can think of is that its a little fat to carry in your pocket all day. Other then that its great
 
I have the earlier style XL Voyager and many a cooked turkey and beef roast has met it's end at the edge of the Voyager. A very useful size, IMO.
 
The more applicable question is simply:

WHY NOT??

That being said Ive carried the Voyager XL, in all its incarnations, since its beginning. Theyve never let me down. Keep it clean, no pocket lint etc. Wipe the blade down w/ the lube or CLP of your choice. The Tri-Ad lock is as tough as a 4in. knot in an oak log, but it can be a bit slow/tight at first. EEZOX works fine for me, but Ballistol (if youre not gonna eat w/ it) or regular ol' mineral oil from the pharmacy (food safe) works too.

Enjoy.
 
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