How tough is the Tigershark?

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Schtik

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Out of all the comments that I've read about the Tigershark, no one has said that they personally put it through Hell.

Has anyone taken their Tigershark to Hell and back? I'd like to hear the outcome.
I'm especially afraid of breaking the tip on such an expensive piece.
 
Mein Gott! Herr Schtik,

Vat does that mean, "afraid of breaking the tip of such an expensive piece"? Are not all SOG knives covered by a guarantee of sorts? The catch here is not to abuse the tip by turning it into some sort of make shift prybar.

All blades have a limit to their tensile strength. I suppose in answer to your question, someone has to scientifically put the Tigershark under the microscope and work out that "breaking point". Sorry I can't be of any conclusive help. Besides, I ain't about ready to sacrifice mine.

Now, if there is somebody out there who has been to hell and back... us both are pretty keen to hear that testimony. Great poser Schtik, let's hope something interesting turns up.

Krizzard, out.

"...Whoever kills with the sword must be killed by the sword... "
- The New Testament, Revelation 13:10
 
"Great poser.." !?!


Anyways. I have a habit to throw my knives. I know it's not good for it, but it's a habit. :)

"Cases of surface rust, bent and broken knife tips, and coatings are also not covered under this warranty. :grumpy:
 
I have had MY (AUS-6) Tigershark for about a year now, and although I haven't put it through HELL, it seems to be doing very well in the "normal" uses that I've put it through. (Please note that I DON'T abuse ["test"] MY knives like Cliff S. does, 'tho, so I can't say how well it'd hold up to being put in a vice, and smacked a few times with a sledgehammer.:D.).
 
Hi Schtik,

Krizzard's response is excellent. This knife will serve its "master" without reservation. Though any knife can has its limits, I finding the limits of this one will be difficult.

As SOG forum regulars know, part of what I oversee here at SOG is the returns department (including warranty concerns). People send back their knives for sharpening, refurbishing, fixing, or replacing--whatever might be needed for their knife. Needless to say, I’ve seen a lot of knives in a lot of varying conditions.

You were wondering if anyone had put there Tigershark through hell. Any knives visiting hell get to visit SOG upon their return. In all honesty, I cannot remember a significant failure of a Tigershark (such as a significant broken tip of more than 1/2”, a broken blade, or a handle failure) in the five years I’ve managed Consumer Services for SOG. I’ve seen some sent in for refurbishment that have been beat up like they’ve seen three world wars and we give them the respectful TLC they deserve and returned them to fight another day.

Of course, this is my perspective as the one who sees more used and abused of SOG’s tools than anyone else alive.
 
I thought the tigershark was just a larger seal knife. Would this knife not stand some of the same test that the seal knife went through or are they mad under different standards.

I understand the tigershark is larger and so might have a different feel and breaking point in a lateral stress test but how much similair or different is it? Would these similarites/ differneces also apply to the seal pup,the tech 1 or the trident?


I see these knives as similair in shape, sharing a common heritage so to speak and want to know if shape is the only thing they share. This post is a little off topic. I think i will ask in a seperate post as well.
 
Hi jjcoolay,

The Tigershark as it is today is nearly identical to the SEAL Knife 2000 (besides length) with two notable exceptions: handle material and guard. The Tigershark uses Kraton which gives more felt "grip" but less extreme durability (such as fire and strong chemicals). It also has a more pronounced crossguard.
 
Hey Ron, will the Tigershark ever get updated or changed?
Such as a metal guard, Zytel handle or tougher steel?
 
Hi Schtik,
Originally posted by Schtik
Hey Ron, will the Tigershark ever get updated or changed?
Such as a metal guard, Zytel handle or tougher steel?
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When commenting on "updating," we aways reserve the right to do so. At the moment, I'm not aware of any upcoming changes.

It has already been changed from SK-5 (high carbon tooling steel), added serrations, added the coating, and changed the sheath. It likely is SOG's most changed knife.

Just for clarification, there is a metal guard under the Kraton on the Tigershark.

Hope this helps! :)
 
Originally posted by glockman99
.... (Please note that I DON'T abuse ["test"] MY knives like Cliff S. does, 'tho, so I can't say how well it'd hold up to being put in a vice, and smacked a few times with a sledgehammer.:D.).
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Ah yes, but is it a CALIBRATED sledgehammer?:D :p ;)
 
Would any of you trust your life to the Tigershark?


If not, what knife would you trust your life with?
 
Originally posted by Schtik
Would any of you trust your life to the Tigershark?


If not, what knife would you trust your life with?
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I would!;) I have an old Tigershark(satin finish in sk-5 steel that I bought like 10 years ago. It is as much knife as anyone would ever need. People have always compaired the Cold Steel Trailmaster to the Busse BM and I always thought that it should be the TM vs. the TS. These knives have been around much longer so I think it would be a better match as they are just about the same size and thickness. I would take the Tiger as I just like the feel(handle is much better/more durable)and look and it(sk-5) holds a scary edge! I've done lots of prying and hammering with the spine and it just keeps on smiling!:D
 
I'm not sold on this AUS6 steel.
I love the design of the Tigershark, but I don't feel good about the steel.
 
I have the older SK-5 carbon-steel Tigershark, as opposed to the current stainless aus6 version. It hasn't been to hell and back, but I'd say it's pretty tough from the hard, normal use it's been through, such as chopping wood.
I think that a big, heavy, knife of this type is better in carbon steel rather than stainless, and I wish that SOG would make the Tigershark in SK-5 again.

Also, Schtik mentions throwing his knives. That's not the best way to treat a knife, and not deserving of warranty coverage.
 
I have a Bowie fixation, and have had just about every production one out there...and several handmades...I setteled on the TS, and have never regretted it...The stainless is not a shortcoming to me, it's a plus...very corrosion resistant, takes an awesome edge, and I don't have to worry about something as simple and common as humidity destroying it...there is no down side to the Tigershark...Plus it looks like a work of art...The Seal 2000 and Pup as companion blades make for an awesome set...:)
 
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