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Complaint and then throw it away. The fewer of those out in the wild, the better lol
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Complaint and then throw it away. The fewer of those out in the wild, the better lol
I get that, but some of their knives are... Well at least somewhat well built. But I will admit I wanted the original mainly for the looks. It was a nice deep metallic blue, but it was surprisingly well built for a tac-force. Other than that I just wish I knew what I was talking about so that I could better explain what I am looking for.All jokes aside, none of us here want you to feel like you’re being judged for your personal preferences. Turning newcomers off to the community is the LAST thing we want to do. But to be completely honest with you, there are very few if any individuals, that will be willing to help you pick out a gas station/ thrift store knife, and for very good reason. With objects like knives, quality and safety go hand in hand, and those type of knives are of the poorest quality, which generally makes them unsafe to use. Sure, you may only intend to use it for light duty tasks, but what if you find yourself in a situation that requires that knife to perform above the duty you originally called it to do? It could happen right? What if that knife isn’t up to that unexpected task, comes apart during use, and potentially seriously injure you? As an Eagle Scout, “Be prepared” is a good motto that I try to live by, and I encourage others to as well. You don’t have to buy $500 knives to be a part of this community, there are plenty of members here more than willing to point you towards a good quality knife that falls within your budget. But if you’re dead set on a tac Force knife, then you may be on your own, I’m sorry to say.
I don't like that I am picky about this but I am just looking for a cheap and good quality spring assist knife similar to the one in the picture. The finger grooves are optional but I will not complain if they are there as well. Other than that plain blade style, no serration, and somewhat heavy if possible.![]()
Not sure what you mean when you say "plain edge".Thanks. And I know they are cheap, but like in every brand there is at least one decently made product. The blade of my old one was a little loose, but I used it a lot so the bolt may have loosened from use. Also, would there be a plain edge knife similar to the ones you showed me?
Is this for certain? And nothing to prevent?There's nothing at all wrong with being picky about what you want in a knife. Believe me, the members here are certainly particular about what we like and look for in our knives.
I hate to make your search for a new knife any more complicated, but one warning I would give you is this- it is believed by many that blade coatings (like the black coating on the blade you posted) can contain toxic chemicals. If the knife you are going to purchase is going to be used with food, particularly if it is an inexpensive knife (likely made in China), then I would suggest a knife with a bare steel blade, no coatings.
I can't say for certain which coatings are toxic and which are not, or the likelihood of any toxins leeching into food, or in what quantity, but if you are going to use the knife on any acidic foods then I would be concerned about the coatings used on cheap Chinese knives. I don't think the manufacturers of such knives care if their blade coatings are toxic, nor do they provide warnings with their knives.
I agree.I get that, but some of their knives are... Well at least somewhat well built. But I will admit I wanted the original mainly for the looks. It was a nice deep metallic blue, but it was surprisingly well built for a tac-force. Other than that I just wish I knew what I was talking about so that I could better explain what I am looking for.
No. That brand makes no good products. They are junk made for people that dont care about quality. You can buy a $20 Kershaw that will be decent. The Tacfarce will eventually fall apart, hopefully without closing on your fingers.Thanks. And I know they are cheap, but like in every brand there is at least one decently made product. The blade of my old one was a little loose, but I used it a lot so the bolt may have loosened from use. Also, would there be a plain edge knife similar to the ones you showed me?
I just want a plain edge knife, with a flipper, and ergonomic grip. As far as looks or weight go, I am no longer picky. I will look into all suggestions. Thank you all.
Good to hear.I have found two that I like. Thank you for all your help. If I can't make up my mind I may have two good quality go-to knives. I found the Kershaw outright, and as a suggestion I also found the Kershaw concierge. I thank you all for your help. Now do I leave the thread as it is or can I close it?