Great knives but bad experiences

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jawilder

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While I was in college I reached at my pocket to make sure my Kershaw Chive was clipped in place and cut my thumb wide open. I wasn't in the habbit of locking it closed. After that I threw it in a box, still covered in blood and forgot about it. I recently found it and gave the little devil to my brother who carries it often.

A while back I was given a Groove and really don't like how it fits my hand, how it opens, or closes for that matter.

I know that both of these are perfectly good knives but for some reason have just put a bad taste in my mouth. I like the design of most Kershaw knives but just haven't baught another one. Maybe one day I'll find the perfect Kershaw EDC that will change my mind.
 
jawilder said:
While I was in college I reached at my pocket to make sure my Kershaw Chive was clipped in place and cut my thumb wide open. I wasn't in the habbit of locking it closed. After that I threw it in a box, still covered in blood and forgot about it. I recently found it and gave the little devil to my brother who carries it often.

A while back I was given a Groove and really don't like how it fits my hand, how it opens, or closes for that matter.

I know that both of these are perfectly good knives but for some reason have just put a bad taste in my mouth. I like the design of most Kershaw knives but just haven't baught another one. Maybe one day I'll find the perfect Kershaw EDC that will change my mind.
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Some times these things happen.... I am not a huge fan of the wat the groove sits in the hand either. I know it's easier said than done..but... if you can handle them first it helps alot. I have many, many Kershaws that feel like they were made for my hand.

Also, I'd like to suggest you try a ZT0200. It has a perfect palm swell and the most comfortable handle going IMO. The ZT0300, Spec Bump, and Offset are quite comfortable as well. I wish you much luck in the future, and I am glad to see you haven't written them off. Remember, if you get any chance to try them out, go ahead and try them all, surely there will be one that strikes your fancy.:thumbup:
 
Take a look at the Shallot. It is very fast, fits the hand well, and would be very difficult to open accidentally. The JYDII is also great, a very ergonomic flipper. The CB version has great steel at a great price.
 
there are some kershaws which don't necessarily strike my fancy from pictures and specs on the internet, and some more still that upon first handling i don't really enjoy, but to date i haven't regretted a single kershaw purchase. just something about them after a while, maybe some tinkering or modding or just EDC to break them in, but they all have something unique to offer and feel better in the hand each time.

two examples. the groove i handled at NGK before buying, and in pictures i couldn't really understand the point. and honestly i thought it was ugly. i handled it and decided it flipped pretty well but wasn't completely sold on the in hand feel. i bought one and i havent' rotated out in nearly a month.

also, the RAM. until i mastered the lock i could never get it to sit in my hand quite right. but after i while my hand found a cutting position that allowed easy lock access and precision cutting. now its one of my favs.

hope this helps and im glad you can look past one or two bad experiences.
 
Luca has the right idea. If you can find a place to actually handle
a certain model, that's the way to go. At first I didn't think I would
like the Groove, but fortunately I live close to a Sportsman's Warehouse,
and after playing with it for a few minutes, I fell in love with it.
 
The Groove is one, if not my most favorite design of any Kershaw product.
Mr Martin did a great job on the Groove as I have said many time before.
I carry the standard version alongside my ZT0301 and DAM Leek every day.
I really like the smoothness of opening and closing it. It fits my
grip really well and the flipper makes a nice guard. To me, it has a sleek and elegant look to it.
The striations on the blade add to that.

But, to each their own. There are a few models I don't particularly care for,
but that's what it's about isn't it?
Getting what you want and what you want to use?
There are plenty of other options out there to choose from, some have been
mentioned here already.
Being able to hold it in the hand helps too.

Good luck on your perfect EDC search. :thumbup:

mike
 
Let's see, what can I add that already hasn't been said? :confused: Nothing, really. I too hope you find one that you like! :thumbup:
 
svrider3 said:
Luca has the right idea. If you can find a place to actually handle
a certain model, that's the way to go. At first I didn't think I would
like the Groove, but fortunately I live close to a Sportsman's Warehouse,
and after playing with it for a few minutes, I fell in love with it.
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SV Regarding sportsmans warehouse; Do they carry most of the Kershaw lineup? I have one about 1 hour away. Any ZT's?
Went inside one in Montana last year WOW! They just built some here in Washington state. I guess I could call:o
Thanks!
 
Thanks for the speedy reply SV, I think I'll test drive some Kershaws this weekend. Most places in the Seattle metro area only carry a slim line up of Kershaws. I would really like to handle a ZT 300 before laying out so many Benjamins for one.
 
sockeye said:
Thanks for the speedy reply SV, I think I'll test drive some Kershaws this weekend. Most places in the Seattle metro area only carry a slim line up of Kershaws. I would really like to handle a ZT 300 before laying out so many Benjamins for one.
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If you are looking for a little longer trip you could just drive the 3 hrs to Tualatin......ROADTRIP!!!!
 
I'll load up the continental with beer and bring, Otter, flounder and bluto, and maybe I'll see otis day and the knights on My way there! ;)

Does anyone know if Kershaw has a retail outlet at the facility?

I know that SOG does.
 
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sockeye said:
I'll load up the continental with beer and bring, Otter flounder and bluto, and maybe I'll see otis day and the knight on My way there! ;)

Does anyone know if Kershaw has a retail outlet at the facility?

I know that SOG does.
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I don't think so, but, since you are close, you could make the big Kershaw parking lot sale..... blems, oddballs, over runs.... all at rock bottom prices.
 
Methinks thats in december, would love to snag a ZT. I'll bring the cognac! probably have to camp out all night, unless Thomas can sneak some of us BF members in the back first.;)
 
sockeye said:
Methinks thats in december, would love to snag a ZT. I'll bring the cognac! probably have to camp out all night, unless Thomas can sneak some of us BF members in the back first.;)
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Never hurts to ask him.... and he likes scotch;):D
 
sockeye said:
Methinks thats in december, would love to snag a ZT. I'll bring the cognac! probably have to camp out all night, unless Thomas can sneak some of us BF members in the back first.;)
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I showed up around 6:30 on Saturday last year, only about 6-7 people in front of me. Lots to choose from, got to meet Thomas W. and Ken Onion. We should see who's going on what day and arrenge to go out for a lunch or dinner or something. If you leave Seattle around 4 A.M. you should be fine. Just watch out for the car with B.C. plates doing about 110 :D

Rik
 
I never knew such existed. Sounds like the after Thanksgiving sale at [insert any store here]. I just hope there's no fights while standing in line!
 
sixfoot7 said:
I showed up around 6:30 on Saturday last year, only about 6-7 people in front of me. Lots to choose from, got to meet Thomas W. and Ken Onion. We should see who's going on what day and arrenge to go out for a lunch or dinner or something. If you leave Seattle around 4 A.M. you should be fine. Just watch out for the car with B.C. plates doing about 110 :D

Rik
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Hey I have relatives from BC! Cousins work for BC hydro, Gramma from HOPE!
hey,I know how You guy drive!;) Cheers!
How I do Explain to my wife Why I'm leaving at 4AM?
 
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