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Greg45
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Good snag. I think most people that have had both prefer the original-run RWs to the 2nd run. Not just for looks, but they do seem to feel better.
I've got one of each, and the only slight advantage the 2nd run one has is that the micarta comes up closer to the thumb ramp point (on mine, at least) and supports the palm a little better when the index finger is in the choil. This would only matter when applying a good bit of downward force or with extended use in that position. It's minor, but I've noticed it.
That being said, I would still gladly trade someone my 2nd run for their first run.
(Not a trade offer, just making a point...)
I've got one of each, and the only slight advantage the 2nd run one has is that the micarta comes up closer to the thumb ramp point (on mine, at least) and supports the palm a little better when the index finger is in the choil. This would only matter when applying a good bit of downward force or with extended use in that position. It's minor, but I've noticed it.
That being said, I would still gladly trade someone my 2nd run for their first run.
(Not a trade offer, just making a point...)
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Yeah, I now have the RW, RM, and RD all with the old line scales. :thumbup:
Got a Spec-Ops inbound for this new Ratweiler.
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There needs to be a Spec Ops for the RD!!!!
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Would like to see the stripped RW. I've battered and banged on this one, and the coating has actually chipped in a few places, so I'm thinking of just stripping it.
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Stripped mine today. It looks almost blued underneath. The stripper seemed to cause just a bit of surface oxidation, but it mostly wiped off with some CLP. I'll hit it with a little Flitz (when I can find my tube), and it'll be gone.
I think I'm just going to leave it like this and beat it. Very cool looking--kind of like a blued double cut finish or something. I love that exposed hamon.
After a few whacks on some pressure treated wood...
I think I'm just going to leave it like this and beat it. Very cool looking--kind of like a blued double cut finish or something. I love that exposed hamon.
After a few whacks on some pressure treated wood...
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An interesting look. Now I wonder what's beneath mine.
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Guy, that polished one is nice. After I whip on this one a while, I might try to do some polishing.
Turned into a nice rig. I molded the kydex insert today, and I added a Leatherman Wave, a fire steel and some fire straws to the pouch.
Turned into a nice rig. I molded the kydex insert today, and I added a Leatherman Wave, a fire steel and some fire straws to the pouch.
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Guy, that polished one is nice. After I whip on this one a while, I might try to do some polishing.
Turned into a nice rig. I molded the kydex insert today, and I added a Leatherman Wave, a fire steel and some fire straws to the pouch.
I'll take it!