Hogue Microswitch or Protech Godson??

Which is the "Better knife"

  • Hogue

    Votes: 1 7.7%

  • Protech

    Votes: 12 92.3%
  • Total voters
    13
W. Anderson

W. Anderson

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I'm looking at picking up a smallish auto and have it fairly narrowed down to these two. I have no experience with either brand, but have read good things about both. Is there any compelling reason to go with one over the other? (I do prefer the look of the microswitch.)
 
I've only seen pics of the Hogue and it seems to have a blade shape more appropriate for typical cutting chores. I own 2 Godsons because I love the aesthetics of the dagger blade. Protech quality is excellent as is their customer service. Make your choice based on what you'll use the knife for.
 
Have not handled a Hogue. I've handled Godsons, but never cared for the stiletto point. I have 2 of their Emerson models, and they are excellent.
 
Can’t go wrong with either. I prefer the godson but if it is a knife you plan on using strictly for utility then the microswitch is a good knife for that.
 
I was impressed by the Hogue and very utilitarian design.

That said. Pro tech and Benchmade are my go to for autos. For the price the Hogue is still worth a try if the design appeals to you.
 
Realistically, this will be a general purpose EDC, which in my case means opening mail and other packaging (Mostly slim Jims, honestly.) I don't use a knife on wood unless camping, and I don't work in a trade where "Hard use" would be a thing.. I also carry a fixed blade daily, so any tough tasks are accounted for. I'm liking the look of the Godson the more I look at it, it is a very clean design.
 
W. Anderson said:
Realistically, this will be a general purpose EDC, which in my case means opening mail and other packaging (Mostly slim Jims, honestly.) I don't use a knife on wood unless camping, and I don't work in a trade where "Hard use" would be a thing.. I also carry a fixed blade daily, so any tough tasks are accounted for. I'm liking the look of the Godson the more I look at it, it is a very clean design.
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It looks like you know what to do.
 
I've owned both the Microswitch and several Protech's.
I have to say that I was rather impressed with the Microswitch. It fired with authority and felt like good quality.
The Protechs are incredible. Built of quality materials, fast snappy action, and incredible CS. It's really up to you in the end :thumbsup:
 
W. Anderson said:
Realistically, this will be a general purpose EDC, which in my case means opening mail and other packaging (Mostly slim Jims, honestly.) I don't use a knife on wood unless camping, and I don't work in a trade where "Hard use" would be a thing.. I also carry a fixed blade daily, so any tough tasks are accounted for. I'm liking the look of the Godson the more I look at it, it is a very clean design.
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If its use is general edc tasks then the microswitch is probably the better choice. Its blade is much more useful for cutting tasks wheras the godson is specialized for piercing. The godson doesn’t look like it has a blade geometry that is focused on cutting.
 
I've got the Godson, and it is ridiculously cool.

I don't think much of it for a daily EDC, but if you have your bases covered with a FB, then get yourself one.

Usually some good ones in the Exchange here.
 
Velitrius said:
I've got the Godson, and it is ridiculously cool.

I don't think much of it for a daily EDC, but if you have your bases covered with a FB, then get yourself one.

Usually some good ones in the Exchange here.
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His fb knife is almost certainly a specialized fighting blade.
 
Lapedog said:
His fb knife is almost certainly a specialized fighting blade.
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Hey, it works for other stuff too.

The Microswitch does seem to lend itself to general utility tasks better, but the Godson looks clean as can be. I was looking at the BHQ exclusive OD handle/ Copper Cerakote blade but it sold out hours ago. I like to purchase a new, decent quality knife this time of year, and my current pocket carry is a beat up and reground Kershaw cqc4kxl (great action and solid lockup [even when thrown]). As my day-to day knife tasks are (generally) mundane, aesthetics get to play a role. Leaning towards Protech, based on reviews here, but dam, that wharnie microswitch in olive drab looks niiiiiceee.
 
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rpn said:
That fine point would come in handy on those slim jims...those narrow tops don't open themselves!
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It's astonishing how frequently I ruin those adhesive sealed tops in a meat-induced fervor and have to slit the side of the packaging.
 
Lapedog said:
His fb knife is almost certainly a specialized fighting blade.
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Ahhh. Well, you can do a lot of utility work with a fighting blade too.

I used to carry a BM 970 (Benchmade version of Emerson CQC7) back when I worked on the docks. It was tough as hell, and really excelled at stabbing and prying tasks. Likewise, I own an old Camillus CUDA CQB (Close Quarter Battle) knife that is nigh indestructible, yet very sharp and easy to maintain.

I am uninterested in either of these blades as fighting tools, I see the enormous utility capability of each. But either of these pieces in capable hands would probably excel in a combat role as well. Emerson and Terzuola apparently knew something of the art.

I think the Godson is worth owning simply for the coolness factor alone. That's why I own mine, anyways.
 
W. Anderson said:
I'm nearly in agreement. But why would you go with the Protech, specifically?
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Well my dear friend;

It is simply a way sicker knife. Hogues are excellent built knives but the Protech looks like it will be slimmer and more pleasant to carry in the pocket. The godson looks like a simple design done right. The hogue isn’t as clean a design which is something that I sort of like. (As in I like a clean design)

Also it’s an auto knife. Protech entirely anal about getting auto knives just right. They have sort of become the undisputed kings of production autos quite possibly dethroning microtech.
 
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