Kershaw Bump or Callimus Dominator

Kaizen1

Kaizen1

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Hey Guys,

I'm wondering if anyone can give me a quick idea about the pros and cons of each for EDC and which they prefer and why. Thanks
 
Based on steel alone the Dominator is in a whole different class than the bump. Wait for the new SV30 Bump, but even then the TI handels of the Dominator kill the up coming G-10 of the bump.

Don't get me wrong I love Kershaw, but the knives arn't in the same class.


Edit to add: Sorry thought we were talkin about the spec-bump. The org. bump is in the same class as the dominator, sorry Hair!
 
Tsk. The Original Bump has an S30V blade and Ti handles. The Bump is a larger knife than the Dominator. I like the looks of the Bump more, but prfer the Dominators blade.
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korbiaka said:
Based on steel alone the Dominator is in a whole different class than the bump. Wait for the new SV30 Bump, but even then the TI handels of the Dominator kill the up coming G-10 of the bump.

Don't get me wrong I love Kershaw, but the knives arn't in the same class.
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Actually, CPM 154 and S30V are pretty similar in terms of performance, and a lot of people much prefer G-10 scales to titanium framelocks.

I think the knives are in two different classes... with the Bump being far superior.
 
Hair, I luv u 2 death and have bumped ur big folder porn, but the spec bump isn't in th same class as thr Dominator.

Just different knives and opions as usual here on the forums!!!
 
They aren't in the same class as they are fairly different knives despite some simiularities. Which is better is a matter of opinion, and I prefer the Bump, as do many others.

All I am saying is that it isn't cut and dry which knife is better. They both have great steel, great locks, and great handle materials. I love titanium framelocks, but I like the feel of G-10 much more and I also dislike how easy it is to make titanium look dirty and scuffed (I work in a dirty, inky newspaper warehouse). I love frame locks, but I find the stud lock to be more interesting. I loves me some S30V, but I can't really tell the difference between it and CPM 154 for EDC chores. The Dominator looks great to my eye, but the Bump looks like it is carved from pure sex. The knives are in different classes, and the Bump appeals to me more.

The Skirmish is an S30V titanium framelock. The SERE2000 is VG-10 with G-10 scales and a liner lock. They are in different classes. But which knife is better? That's up to the user and not a matter of the Skirmish being better as a matter of fact. Some do prefer the Skirmish. Some prefer the SERE. I haven't really seen anyone say "buy the Skirmish, it is in a whole 'nother class" because the exact same can be said about the SERE.

The Dodo and Sebenza sure aren't in the same class, but some people prefer the Dodo, so to them it is a better overall knife. The Sebenza may be more "high end", but which knife is better for someone isn't determined solely by which knife is worth more.

All I am saying is what you said: just a difference of opinion.

P.S. I wuv you too ;)
 
I think they're both very good knives but the Bump has it all over the Dominator in terms of looks.
 
The action of the Speed-Safe assisted opener on the Kershaw is much smoother that the Robo-Assist on the Cammilus knife, if that helps in your decision.
 
I've handled a few Bumps before, very nearly bought one tonight in fact. It's a very impressive knife. For most reasons, I would choose the Bump over the Dominator. The main reason is looks, and I just like how recurve blades work.

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However, as best I can tell, the Dominator is at least ~30 dollars cheaper from most stores, which is a decent fraction of a second knife.

Nonetheless, I'm all for the Bump. The real question is green or blue?
 
I like the Bump too - and the Dominator for that matter, but would probably opt for the Bump if I had to make a choice. But, with a choice at hand, I would not buy an assisted opening knife as I just don't prefer these mechanisms as much as the more mainstream knives. Maybe I just need to spend more time with one - I don't know. Fact is, given the effortless manner in which some knives operate, like the RSK Ritter/BM Grip, or Spyderco D'Allara for example, I don't know what advantage an assisted opening knife has.

I think I need a Bump or Dominator to spend more time with. I have been looking for a reason to buy another knife and, just maybe I have found one.
 
Ken Onion's design ergonomics are sweet.
Feel like hand-rubbed "Customs" right-outta-the-box!
 
As far as I can tell, for healthy (non arthritic) knife people like us, there's no good use for AO, except for the notable entertainment factor. Maybe it's easier to deploy in a high intensity sort of situation since there's no real technique to it.

I wouldn't mind buying an ao just to have one in my collection.
 
i just receive a Dominador recently.
There is good and bad things.
Pro =
really funny to operate, really addictive when you have it in hand (and reallly fast to deploy).
The blade is quite easy to sharpen, and become easely "razor sharp".
Con =
mine do not "block" perfectly when open, there is some "play"...
I'll try to fix it opening it and re-screwing everything
 
I have both, and they are both great knives in their own right. For my purposes, I'll only compare the Ti handled Bump, mine is blue. Looks will go to the handle of the Bump, with multi-colored anodizing, and texture. Assisted opening mechanism is a draw. The Robo mechanism is harder hitting, while the Speedsafe is just a bit easier to activate. Ergos will just barely go to the Dominator, but it is close. Steel, equal. Blade shape; Here I have to say that it is definitely a personal preference. I tend to like the shape of the Dominator better, but then again, I have virtually no experience with recurves, although the shape of the Bump is very well designed.

If price were equal, I'd say go for the Bump, but as it's usually a bit more, it would be a close draw for me. I love my Dominator, but the Blue Bump is quickly winning me over.
 
I have a first run Bump and a tanto Dominator. I have had both for a while now and I can say both are excellent! Initially, I prefered the Bumps ergos, as it could be used in any grip with relative comfort. The blade on the Bump is also a very versatile shape. I have moded the bump to make it more suited to what I like. I have ground out the ridges on the handle for easier draw from the pocket, installed an old EDI style deep carry pocket clip. Removed the back spine and the assisted opener and put stepped spacers in instead. I reshaped the the thumb stud in an angled style like those on the Kershaw Storms. I also added a blade detent. and chamfered it for easier access to the thumb stud.

As for the tanto Dominator. I have really begun to like it more and more. My initial thought was that the handle would be limited to a couple of grip options. I have found that it is actually more comfortable in all grip than the Bump for me. I have found that is due to the width of the Bump at it;s widest point. It creates more of a hot spot for my smaller hands. The Dominator still has the A/O on it. I personaly prefer the Camillus version as has not fired in my pocket. The Bump did fire once in my pocket. I reshaped the tanto blade jsut a touch for asthetics.

The groovy thing about trying to make this choice, you really can't go wrong. Two great knives!
 
At certain angles, the blue bumps glow purple. It's a neat effect. Also, the color of light on them is very important. On very white flourescent lights, it tends to look better altogether, but also seems to display more purple. Whenever I walked up to the counter at the Knife Shoppe where I bought mine, I thought it was a purple bump.

I kind of wish they would make a purple bump....I'd probably have picked it over the blue. I really like purple.

Oh, and as a side note to people returning to the thread, I posted Blue Bump reviews in the review section a week or two ago.
 
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