High end opinions wanted

Paratrooper06 said:
Uh, what?
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I will dumb it down for you.

What the hell else would you be paying for, with a custom maker? You make it sound like a crime to have to pay for labor. That's why I like to cut out the middleman and buy knives that magically appear out of thin air. They are quite affordable.
 
shane45-1911 said:
I will dumb it down for you.

What the hell else would you be paying for, with a custom maker? You make it sound like a crime to have to pay for labor. That's why I like to cut out the middleman and buy knives that magically appear out of thin air. They are quite affordable.
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Lol when I see people like you that don’t know the differences between a mid-tech and a custom, I can’t help but laugh. 😂
 
Paratrooper06 said:
Lol when I see people like you that don’t know the differences between a mid-tech and a custom, I can’t help but laugh. 😂
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I am well aware of the differences, and I have no idea how you came to that conclusion based on what I posted. You have offended many artists on this forum with your "you are only paying for the name and labor" bullshit. If they haven't already ignored you, that is.
 
shane45-1911 said:
I am well aware of the differences. You have offended many artists on this forum with your "you are only paying for the name and labor" bullshit.
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Stop derailing this thread with your obsession with me. This thread was an interesting discussion until you came along and screwed it up with your trolling. Just stop.
 
Paratrooper06 said:
Stop derailing this thread with your obsession with me. This thread was an interesting discussion until you came along and screwed it up with your trolling. Just stop.
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Nope, you aren't going to keep stirring up this forum with your crap and think I am going to keep letting it slide. Either the mods ban me, or they deal with the REAL problem.

HINT - you are the problem.

And we are still waiting for the proof that midtechs are used more than customs. It's a FACT, right???? :rolleyes:
 
Paratrooper06 said:
Stating that midtechs get used more than customs is a fact, not “know-it-all-ism”.
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WOW !
What data set are you using to make a statement of "fact" like that ?
Interested to read your sourcing.
Paratrooper06 said:
(Someone makes statement that corvettes are driven more miles than Bugattis) “Show me the data!! I don’t believe it!!!”
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That has NOTHING to do with anything related here (even though it would be very easy data set to query).

Calling bullsh*t on changing the subject of a discussion ..., with such a stupid replies in many different threads it appears.
Appears to be a habitual offense.

Example:
Few days ago you used an example "I could get a good look at a T-Bone by sticking my head up a Bull’s @$$, but I’d rather take the butcher’s word for it."
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Extreme "Hard Use " Folders vs Fixed for same purposes . Pros , Cons , and Personal Preference .

Have you seen the strength test videos of demko locks? You could hammer the knife in a tree and stand on the handle with 3 grown men and it won’t break. Those fellas must wear an awfully small boot.
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To which I replied:
1) I do not believe you, that you could look at a "T-Bone" from that position.
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Extreme "Hard Use " Folders vs Fixed for same purposes . Pros , Cons , and Personal Preference .

Have you seen the strength test videos of demko locks? You could hammer the knife in a tree and stand on the handle with 3 grown men and it won’t break. Those fellas must wear an awfully small boot.
www.bladeforums.com www.bladeforums.com
 
Are you all done yet? You scared everyone away with your nitpicky antics... pretty sure the OP just wants some feedback on higher end knives, not splitting hairs about everything someone says.

Also paratrooper, I dig your quote. The Tetrapharmakos has been my motto for many years.
 
Great question by the OP. I’m sort of in the same boat, just perhaps a tiny bit further along.

The only “high end” folders I’ve has so far have been CRK, and I love all four. I highly recommend the brand for execution, simplicity, and service. Initially, all three of my Sebenzas were quite stiff with a very hard initial detent, but with a bit of breaking in, they’ve become buttery smooth.

I’ve done a ton of reading on this forum, and I’m virtually certain my next will be Olamic or Koenig (sticking with U.S. makers for now). In the end, I’ll probably get something from both as well as Hinderer.
 
TrainedBullets said:
Great question by the OP. I’m sort of in the same boat, just perhaps a tiny bit further along.

The only “high end” folders I’ve has so far have been CRK, and I love all four. I highly recommend the brand for execution, simplicity, and service. Initially, all three of my Sebenzas were quite stiff with a very hard initial detent, but with a bit of breaking in, they’ve become buttery smooth.

I’ve done a ton of reading on this forum, and I’m virtually certain my next will be Olamic or Koenig (sticking with U.S. makers for now). In the end, I’ll probably get something from both as well as Hinderer.
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Do CRKs ever get to where you can flick they reliably?
 
to the OP....

I agree with others who recommend CRK, Shirogorov, Hinderer, Olamic....

The reason why these brands are so often recommended is that they have a proven track record of quality and service. They represent some of the best that is available in the sub $1000 category.

While custom is an option, it is not without risk, as I have had customs that surpassed production knives, but some that did not. As a first time buyer in this category, you will have a safer and probably more satisfying purchase with one of the more "known" brands mentioned.
 
Alpha3 said:
I own many knives and have reached a point in my collection where I want to purchase a knife in the $500-$750 range. I'm am curious as to your opinions - Chris Reeve, Medford, Olamic, or ????
Thanks
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Good question, OP. Candidly speaking, I have owned (or still own) knives from every maker you've listed, as well as some of the others in this thread. I will say that Olamics, CRK, Medfords, Hinderer, Shirogorov, Koenigs, Zieba, among several others are all strong, solid choices when you're feeling ready to step past the standard production knives from the likes of places like Zero Tolerance, We, Reate, and many, many others. I also recommend taking a look at Spartan Knives, the Spartan Harsey Folder is a phenomenal knife that comes in many really cool patterns. Andre Thorburn's another good one to look into.

All of those I've listed above are going to have superior fit, finish, better materials, and that intangible "something" that lets you know that your knife is special, and worth more because of it. In most cases, those knives are all small batch made, if not outright custom. Many of their designs are VERY different. For example, a CRK Sebenza 21 is a fantastic knife....but it will be physically smaller and weigh about seventeen lbs less than a fullsize Medford Praetorian, which is also an excellent knife. Olamics come in a dizzying array of customization across a few different models, and they're beautiful, and functionally great. Shirogorov knives are fantastic in fit/finish, and flipping mechanism, though the prices get entirely out of your price range for any but the most basic models. $750 will get you into pretty much any Hinderer XM-18 or XM-24 you might want, though and you'll be able to customize yours with lots of aftermarket hardware.

THAT SAID.

If you fall prey to the sickness like some of us, you'll want to keep in mind resale value. To be entirely objective about it, knives from CRK, Shiro, Hinderer (to some extent), and Koenig are going to hold their value better than knives from Olamic, Medford, Zieba, or a few others. This is not a slam on them, it's more an acknowledgement that some makers make knives which are stylized in such a way that only certain people will want them. If you head over to the Exchange, and look around, and start to keep watch, you'll get a better idea of what moves and what doesn't (without a few rounds of discounting).

At the end of the day, an expensive knife won't cut any better than a $40 Buck 110, but at least you'll have something that brings you joy, and appreciation for very well made things. Good luck and let us know what you go with!
 
Also, I'd be negligent if I didn't mention that a budget of $750 will get you into quite a few actual customs also, from the likes of guys like Brad Zinker, Bob Dozier, Matt Diskin, Brian Tighe, and many, many others.
 
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