Hi everyone, I just signed up and wanted to introduce myself. Ok, so I actually wanted some advice. I bought an Osborn 940-1 which arrived today and saying it’s dull would be generous. Thankfully the dealer I purchased it from is reputable and one we all use, so I can return it for a replacement, refund, or a credit. I don’t blame BM or the dealer, I just got a bad one (these things happen).
So my question for you guys is should I just sharpen what I have even though the S90V will never be a razor (or am I wrong about that?) or should I send it back and use a $300+ credit to purchase something else? And if so, what would you get with a $300 credit?
I know it’s a vague question so I’ll try to help out a bit as to what I’m looking for:
I purchased it because I wanted a new daily driver edc. I want it to be tough, sharp, and also on the classy side. I considered a PM3 but that lacked a bit in the class dept.
I own a Stryker 912 which is pretty much perfect for me as far as toughness goes. I don’t need something like that these days and while I love how it performs I’d like my new knife to look a little better. Something to impress the lady sitting in the passenger seat on occasion.
I really like my CRKT CEO when I want something classier. It’s not expensive but I dig the chrome and “carbon fiber” look. I also have a Damascus civivi chronic with actual carbon fiber that looks the part.
My M16-12, and Microtechs can whittle a hair. I’m decent enough at sharpening and can get a mirror edge.
…but none of these do all 3 great which is why I purchased the 940-1. I’m considering maybe purchasing a 940-2 with the S30V and buying carbon fiber scales to slap on but that’s when I realized I may be able to do better with $300 and decided to ask the experts
(of course just sharpening the 940-1 and keeping it is an easy option too but I read it will never truly be razor sharp which sucks because it really would be perfect otherwise)
So what would you do? Thanks and I’m looking forward to meeting you guys.
So my question for you guys is should I just sharpen what I have even though the S90V will never be a razor (or am I wrong about that?) or should I send it back and use a $300+ credit to purchase something else? And if so, what would you get with a $300 credit?
I know it’s a vague question so I’ll try to help out a bit as to what I’m looking for:
I purchased it because I wanted a new daily driver edc. I want it to be tough, sharp, and also on the classy side. I considered a PM3 but that lacked a bit in the class dept.
I own a Stryker 912 which is pretty much perfect for me as far as toughness goes. I don’t need something like that these days and while I love how it performs I’d like my new knife to look a little better. Something to impress the lady sitting in the passenger seat on occasion.
I really like my CRKT CEO when I want something classier. It’s not expensive but I dig the chrome and “carbon fiber” look. I also have a Damascus civivi chronic with actual carbon fiber that looks the part.
My M16-12, and Microtechs can whittle a hair. I’m decent enough at sharpening and can get a mirror edge.
…but none of these do all 3 great which is why I purchased the 940-1. I’m considering maybe purchasing a 940-2 with the S30V and buying carbon fiber scales to slap on but that’s when I realized I may be able to do better with $300 and decided to ask the experts
(of course just sharpening the 940-1 and keeping it is an easy option too but I read it will never truly be razor sharp which sucks because it really would be perfect otherwise)
So what would you do? Thanks and I’m looking forward to meeting you guys.
