Is the rest of the Sage series as great as the Sage 1?

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Kennykid

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Man. I just got a Sage 1 and I'm quite pleased. First of all, I'm a small knife guy, I've been carrying a Curtiss Nano and a Spyderco Techno in rotation for a few months, so typically it would be on the top end of size I comfortably EDC. But I must say the Sage 1 rivals the Techno for the most knife for your money considering I picked it up for $80 shipped.

I'm a sucker for carbon fiber(who isnt) and it has that in spades. Pair that with S30V and I'm a happy guy. Fit and finish is flawless and the blade has that perfect weight where you can flip it out to full deployment with your thumb and a gentle flick of the wrist and once it gets there it doesn't kick the knife back in your hand. I'm sure the butter smooth action helps with that a lot. Even the detent ball is next level smooth. I actually looked for it because it feels like a slip joint. It doesn't snap closed, it just stays closed without ever feeling it click in.

The Sage 2 calls to me imagining it like a Sage 1/Techno hybrid. But if they're all as solid as this one, I may have to pick up all of them. Any testimonials/opinions for me from owners of other knives in the line?
 
I have Sage 1 and Sage 3 and my favorite is probably Sage 3. I just really love the finish work on the G10 backspacer and the bolt action lock. It is a very cool knife, very comfortable in the hand and the color is amazing.

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I had them all. Sold the Sage 3. I rank them 4, 1, 2, 3.
 
I haven't tried any except for Sage 2
I didn't connect with it too well
But since you like the Sage line, you'd probably enjoy it :)
 
I have the Sage 2 plus a spare one still in the sealed bag and a Sage 4. The 4 is spectacular looking and fit and finish is great. I have carried my Sage 2 more than any other knife over the last couple years. It is ideal for me. I highly recommend the 2. I have been carrying a CF Chaparral on and off to work and this is also a nice smaller knife similar to the Sage.
 
I have all 4 and I would have to say the 3rd is my favourite overall but they all have their own charm:
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I have 2 and 3, and like 2 best. I've wanted the 1 for a long time, and may pick it up today if I get the chance. Beautiful knife.
 
Well I went to my knife dealer yesterday, asked to look at the Sage 1, and also the Southard if he had it in stock.

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Once I handled the Southard, oh boy tough decision....and finally made based on the uniqueness of the Southard. Will get the Sage 1 sooner or later, the Southard is just an absolutely amazing knife I knew I had to have :)
 
I've really got a soft spot for #2 and #3. The whole line is fantastic - but I love the RIL and the blue G10...

TedP

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