Is a SNG really that much tougher than a Manix 2?

I am very happy with my Manix 2. I think it's a great design, however, I have two problems, neither of which contribute to the reliability of the knife. I would like to see a more Axis lock type, in as much as you can close it easily and readily with one hand. I either use the ol' slipjoint method, where you close the knife against your pants leg, or two hands. I also would like to see the Manix 2 with a FFG blade, the reason I am sending mine to Tom Krein. Again, these are just personal preference. Overall, I really like the knife.

That said, it is not an SNG. I had, and would like to have again, an SNG, PT and SMF. All three were great knives, just not for me at that time. The edges were too thick. I could have, and should have, sent them to Tom Krein or someone who could bring them down a bit. They are built like tanks, and you can find them a lot cheaper out there for less than MSRP. You just have to look. I am really hot to find an SNG CC with ranger green scales and a stonewashed blade (I would prefer satin, but hey). Yes, it would kick my Manix 2 out of my pocket. But, right now, my Manix 2 is my favorite folder.
 
I'm really confused in the end.
Are folders officially issued to US military or it's "per unit" thing?

Of all the military guys with whom I've had exchanged emails or posted here, no one ever mentioned GI folders. Still, in this thread there's several accounts.
Never seen folder as official army knife in other literature either.
Sorry for the OT, but I'm really curious.
 
NSN just means the supply guy can order the items if needed and the unit has funds. I would bet more multi-tools get issued to support guys than all the available folders to combat arms.
 
Thanks. That was my impression too, multitool + official issue bayonet or combat knife.
 
I was issued a Benchmade AFO. Friend of mine was issued one too, different units though. This was many years ago now, but almost all flight crew members were issued the Benchmade AFO and it was included in pilot emergency kits too. We also had Gerber multi-tools issued. Only saw a couple Striders, but they weren't issued items. Back to the SNG vs Manix 2, I believe the SNG to be tougher overall.
 
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Mmmm....I've had both an SNG-CC as well as an SMF-CC and I could never find the sweet spot (concerning the pivot) between too tight and not tight enough. I always ended up with blade play or sticky blade action. I was told that this is due to the g-10 side "rounding" next to the pivot. I sold both of mine and got a custom ALL Ti folder and have yet to feel any blade play and the blade movement is butter smooth. I sure liked the design of the Striders though....bit of a bummer. I say go all the way and get a custom.If you're like me, you'll never be really satisfied until you have your "grail" knife made to your exact specifications. My favorite maker is taking orders again http://www.rexfordknives.com/index.php
He's the best IMHO.
 
Noctis3880 said:
.... Still, I'd prefer a $200 hard use knife, and use the $300 left over to buy MORE knives rather than spend $500 on a single knife.
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I started out thinking that way until I bought my first high end knife. After that, I was sold on quality versus quantity. Especially when I considered how many knives I own versus actually carry or use. All those unused knifes sitting in my knife bag could have easily been 5 or 6 highly prized finds that I could reasonably include in my EDC rotation.
 
I have quite a few Manix2s and am a huge fan of the knife in all of its versions, but the Strider is frankly a tougher knife. The question is: do you need a tougher knife? If you do, honestly, cost is irrelevant. If it's only nice as opposed to necessary, a G10/154CM Manix2 is a much, much better value. Only you can decide what you really need...?
 
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