Flea Market Knife that is actually good but need info...???

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pheft4289

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So I recently purchased a knife from a flea market (I know, I know, they usually aren't good) that has since become my EDC because it holds an edge quite well and is just an overall nice blade. The only issue, I have no info on it. I know it is a Browning model 460 but looking on the site and doing research, I see no such model hence I am enlisting your help. Bellow are pictures of the knife and I'm hoping one of you kind people can help. Specifically, I am looking for type of steel and anything else.

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pheft4289 said:
So I recently purchased a knife from a flea market (I know, I know, they usually aren't good) that has since become my EDC because it holds an edge quite well and is just an overall nice blade. The only issue, I have no info on it. I know it is a Browning model 460 but looking on the site and doing research, I see no such model hence I am enlisting your help. Bellow are pictures of the knife and I'm hoping one of you kind people can help. Specifically, I am looking for type of steel and anything else.
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Compared to what?
 
pheft4289 said:
So I recently purchased a knife from a flea market (I know, I know, they usually aren't good) that has since become my EDC because it holds an edge quite well and is just an overall nice blade. The only issue, I have no info on it. I know it is a Browning model 460 but looking on the site and doing research, I see no such model hence I am enlisting your help. Bellow are pictures of the knife and I'm hoping one of you kind people can help. Specifically, I am looking for type of steel and anything else.

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Im afraid to ask how much you paid for this
 
One issue with inexpensive knives is inconsistency in heat treatment. You can buy one that's good. The next is too hard, and the next too soft. One example does not establish anything about the quality of the product.

You comparators - S&W and Tac-Force -- are not sterling examples of quality.
 
the blade steel is 7Cr17MoV. Its similar to 440a and b. Some even say C but C is better IMHO. The knife you bought sells anywhere between $8-20 depending on who is selling it. You see these a lot during christmas in little tins as single gift knives at wal-mart and in bundles with other knives as a pack. Hope that helps.
 
Thomas Linton said:
One issue with inexpensive knives is inconsistency in heat treatment. You can buy one that's good. The next is too hard, and the next too soft. One example does not establish anything about the quality of the product.

You comparators - S&W and Tac-Force -- are not sterling examples of quality.
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Yeah, you are correct with this and obviously the comparison isn't great but I was hoping to get some info. But while we're on the subject of quality, I have two questions:
1) why do you think Smith an Wesson is not a good example of quality?
2) and, do you think SOG or Kershaw would be good examples?
 
PURPLEDC said:
the blade steel is 7Cr17MoV. Its similar to 440a and b. Some even say C but C is better IMHO. The knife you bought sells anywhere between $8-20 depending on who is selling it. You see these a lot during christmas in little tins as single gift knives at wal-mart and in bundles with other knives as a pack. Hope that helps.
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Thank you a ton! Just out of curiosity, where did you get this information?
 
If it works for you then that is all thats important, just don't expect it to compare to a Benchmade, Spyderco, or other mid to higher end knife.
 
pheft4289 said:
1) why do you think Smith an Wesson is not a good example of quality?
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They have become known for being a company of very low-end imports. Low prices, low-end materials. No relation whatsoever to the firearms manufacturer. For what it's worth, I don't think you got ripped off for ten dollars. :)

2) and, do you think SOG or Kershaw would be good examples?
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I have no experience with SOG although I am an admirer of their multi-tools.
Kershaw is known for producing quality products at a fair price, and using above average grade materials - no problems with any I have purchased or used.
 
Bob W said:
They have become known for being a company of very low-end imports. Low prices, low-end materials. No relation whatsoever to the firearms manufacturer. For what it's worth, I don't think you got ripped off for ten dollars. :)



I have no experience with SOG although I am an admirer of their multi-tools.
Kershaw is known for producing quality products at a fair price, and using above average grade materials - no problems with any I have purchased or used.
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>tfw don't know how to multiquote

but yeah, I was unawares of the lack of connection between SW and their legitimate firearms company...
regarding Kershaw: these were the two knives I was looking at, do you have any opinion them? http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-1990X-Brawler-Speedsafe-Knife/dp/B005UE6GRC/ref=pd_sbs_sg_8 and http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-RJI-Serrated-Speedsafe-Knife/dp/B0064SR6SG/ref=pd_sim_sg_3
 
pheft4289 said:
Thank you a ton! Just out of curiosity, where did you get this information?
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part of it was off of ebay and then when finding the part number by browning is BR460 if you google it you will come up with a couple retailers who sell them. Then if you googe the blade steel they claim it is you will get references to the full name of the steel and how it rates.
 
pheft4289 said:
>tfw don't know how to multiquote

but yeah, I was unawares of the lack of connection between SW and their legitimate firearms company...
regarding Kershaw: these were the two knives I was looking at, do you have any opinion them? http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-1990X-Brawler-Speedsafe-Knife/dp/B005UE6GRC/ref=pd_sbs_sg_8 and http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-RJI-Serrated-Speedsafe-Knife/dp/B0064SR6SG/ref=pd_sim_sg_3
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Those are two kershaw knives that are made overseas for them. No one really know much about either at this point. Kershaw import knives are a great value when bought cheap. But If you really want the standard of which Kershaw has built their name I highly recommend spending a little more and seeking out one of their USA produced knives. They arent as expensive as you might think to start. And if you dont mind getting a blemished knife you can save even more. Kershaw is IMHO the best bang for the buck usa producing knife company period.
 
Looks like a Browning Black Label Flash. Kind of. Maybe thats what they looked like before the current version? Seems to be a $15-$20 knife with "440 stainless steel" supposed to be g10 handles. Meant to post this like an hour ago.
 
PURPLEDC said:
part of it was off of ebay and then when finding the part number by browning is BR460 if you google it you will come up with a couple retailers who sell them. Then if you googe the blade steel they claim it is you will get references to the full name of the steel and how it rates.
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Ah, I see. That'll do it. Well thank you so much! This is exactly what I was looking for.
 
PURPLEDC said:
Those are two kershaw knives that are made overseas for them. No one really know much about either at this point. Kershaw import knives are a great value when bought cheap. But If you really want the standard of which Kershaw has built their name I highly recommend spending a little more and seeking out one of their USA produced knives. They arent as expensive as you might think to start. And if you dont mind getting a blemished knife you can save even more. Kershaw is IMHO the best bang for the buck usa producing knife company period.
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Yeah, I suppose you're right. Like, obviously USA made knives are going to be better but, being somewhat strapped for cash so to speak, I think they seem pretty good (specifically the first) but I could be wrong. Do you have any thoughts or not?
 
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