Knives as gifts to groomsmen

"Our knives are designed to retain maximum grip and leverage when covered with hydraulic fluid or blood. Our mil-tested handle designs contain ground quartz inserts for maximum grip, aided by substantial finger grooves that orient the knife in the dark. The blades are long and sharp enough to penetrate both airplane skins and Comm-bloc body-armor."

Is it just me or did that first sentence say grip on these knives is maximized when the handle is covered with hydraulic fluid or blood? :confused: I'm not clear how the finger grooves improve vision either but, maybe so. That part about stabbing airplanes- now that's scary!! :eek: I guess that's where you get covered in hydraulic fluid and need the quartz inserts. I'm confused- am I fighting Robo-Cop or low flying planes?

Long day. I concur with the assessment that this kind of ad is the LAST thing that's going to help the industry. I hate to think who is being impressed or learning anything from these ads. Knife sharp!!! Make big boo-boo. Ok. I'm sorry. This looks more like something from a FPS- Wait- is it? :eek:
 
mtechthang said:
"Our knives are designed to retain maximum grip and leverage when covered with hydraulic fluid or blood. Our mil-tested handle designs contain ground quartz inserts for maximum grip, aided by substantial finger grooves that orient the knife in the dark. The blades are long and sharp enough to penetrate both airplane skins and Comm-bloc body-armor."

Is it just me or did that first sentence say grip on these knives is maximized when the handle is covered with hydraulic fluid or blood? :confused: I'm not clear how the finger grooves improve vision either but, maybe so. That part about stabbing airplanes- now that's scary!! :eek: I guess that's where you get covered in hydraulic fluid and need the quartz inserts. I'm confused- am I fighting Robo-Cop or low flying planes?

Long day. I concur with the assessment that this kind of ad is the LAST thing that's going to help the industry. I hate to think who is being impressed or learning anything from these ads. Knife sharp!!! Make big boo-boo. Ok. I'm sorry. This looks more like something from a FPS- Wait- is it? :eek:
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Whiskey Tango Foxtrot, over?!?

Minor thread necromancy, and (I think) posing in the wrong thread, all in one.
 
mtechthang said:
"Our knives are designed to retain maximum grip and leverage when covered with hydraulic fluid or blood. Our mil-tested handle designs contain ground quartz inserts for maximum grip, aided by substantial finger grooves that orient the knife in the dark. The blades are long and sharp enough to penetrate both airplane skins and Comm-bloc body-armor."

Is it just me or did that first sentence say grip on these knives is maximized when the handle is covered with hydraulic fluid or blood? :confused: I'm not clear how the finger grooves improve vision either but, maybe so. That part about stabbing airplanes- now that's scary!! :eek: I guess that's where you get covered in hydraulic fluid and need the quartz inserts. I'm confused- am I fighting Robo-Cop or low flying planes?

Long day. I concur with the assessment that this kind of ad is the LAST thing that's going to help the industry. I hate to think who is being impressed or learning anything from these ads. Knife sharp!!! Make big boo-boo. Ok. I'm sorry. This looks more like something from a FPS- Wait- is it? :eek:
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I posted it on a Black Ops discussion. I wasn't even looking at this discussion. :eek: Please accept my apologies!!! (Does the word Dork apply here!!!) Seriously, sorry guys. I have no idea!!
 
Several good ideas on this thread (which I've now read!). If you could swing a bit more, sometimes Benchmade does customs for some of the larger sportsman's retailers. Without endorsing, I got a D2 707 Sequel from one and another carries a Mini-Grip D2 regularly. I do concur with others that the SAK is more likely to end up in a drawer. But for the Mini-Grip its 80s and the 707 is over twice your desired price (but your groomsmen will love it!). But congrats and best to you and your bride! (I'm going to go find a hole to crawl into!)
 
mtechthang said:
I posted it on a Black Ops discussion. I wasn't even looking at this discussion. :eek: Please accept my apologies!!! (Does the word Dork apply here!!!) Seriously, sorry guys. I have no idea!!
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No probs, although the word Dork might apply to the ad you quoted. Dark/Dork Ops, right?
 
I did VIC campers to all and my cousin did leathermen. Kershaw leaks can double as a neat money clip!
 
Hamon said:
One more to take a look at is the Buck Nobleman. This is one knife that I'd strongly consider if I were at that point in my life. It's a Buck, which everybody knows, it's engravable, and it's classy.

Here's the titanium coated version (it also comes in stainless):

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-Travis
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+1 for this one... I'd probably lean toward the stainless.
 
I also think the stainless dragonfly or delica engraved would be nice. The A.G. Russell knives are nice but tiny. More of a novelty IMO. A stainless Dragonfly or delica will last decades easily. Joe
 
The Mastiff said:
I also think the stainless dragonfly or delica engraved would be nice. The A.G. Russell knives are nice but tiny. More of a novelty IMO. A stainless Dragonfly or delica will last decades easily. Joe
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I bought a couple of the A.G. Russell pen knives to "test" as my groomsmen gifts. You're right...they are too small. I put one on my key chain and actually use it frequently. Lots of good ideas in this thread so far and I thank everyone for their recommendations.
 
I am getting remarried in June...I don't really have groomsmen...but I have a best man, who is a knife guy as well. I am thinking of possibly the Kershaw Shallot...I haven't seen one in person yet...but it looks like a really cool knife. I will spend around 50 I suppose...just not sure what to get him.
 
I gave my groomsmen Stainless Spyderco Delica's. I bought them off of ebay and had them engraved with their initials at Things Remembered in the mall.
 
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I suggest the Victorinox Classic SD in Alox. It has an engravable rectangle on the scale, opposite side from the logo. I think a non-knife-nut will be most likely to connect with this extremely thin, flat, small knife that rides unnoticed in the pocket. The screw driver fits into slot head screws AND Phillips head screws. It is extremely handy for lots of little daily gentleman tasks such as thread trimming, fingerhail grooming, small prying jobs like trying to open a stuck battery compartment, small repairs and adjustments, letter or package opening, etc. I think a knife like this has the highest chance of becoming a well-used permanent keepsake and possibly even a daily carry item for a non-knife-nut. I think it is an ideal gentleman's knife primarily because it is so small, and few people want bulked-up pockets. I actually carry one alongside my larger folder since it does quite a few things that my folder can't do and it is virtually nothing to carry. They come in colors, but the traditional silver is the classiest and will never show scratches. After 7 years of daily carry, mine still looks mint.

The Case peanut with scissors is a similar and classier choice, but it lacks a prying tool (they'll use the blade for prying) and is much thicker and bulkier in the pocket which means that they are less likely to carry it. Also, it is not as suitable for engraving.

For your best man, you could upsize to the Cadet or add a premium like a micro flashlight, pen or fine cigar.

As for the engraving, I would suggest that you consider engraving the recipient's last name instead of the traditional method of their 3 initials. I prefer this for two reasons. First, one good reason to have an engraved knife is that if it ever gets lost or left behind or loaned out, it is more likely to be returned to you. In that case, having the full last name on the knife makes it far easier for a finder to identify the owner than just some initials that may not mean anything to him. The second reason is that men like to pass things that they value to their sons or other relatives, and in that case, the engraving of the last name may still be appropriate for the new owner, whereas initials usually will not.
 
Lurker said:
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I suggest the Victorinox Classic SD in Alox. It has an engravable rectangle on the scale, opposite side from the logo. I think a non-knife-nut will be most likely to connect with this extremely thin, flat, small knife that rides unnoticed in the pocket. The screw driver fits into slot head screws AND Phillips head screws. It is extremely handy for lots of little daily gentleman tasks such as thread trimming, fingerhail grooming, small prying jobs like trying to open a stuck battery compartment, small repairs and adjustments, letter or package opening, etc. I think a knife like this has the highest chance of becoming a well-used permanent keepsake and possibly even a daily carry item for a non-knife-nut. I think it is an ideal gentleman's knife primarily because it is so small, and few people want bulked-up pockets. I actually carry one alongside my larger folder since it does quite a few things that my folder can't do and it is virtually nothing to carry. They come in colors, but the traditional silver is the classiest and will never show scratches. After 7 years of daily carry, mine still looks mint.

The Case peanut with scissors is a similar and classier choice, but it lacks a prying tool (they'll use the blade for prying) and is much thicker and bulkier in the pocket which means that they are less likely to carry it. Also, it is not as suitable for engraving.

For your best man, you could upsize to the Cadet or add a premium like a micro flashlight, pen or fine cigar.

As for the engraving, I would suggest that you consider engraving the recipient's last name instead of the traditional method of their 3 initials. I prefer this for two reasons. First, one good reason to have an engraved knife is that if it ever gets lost or left behind or loaned out, it is more likely to be returned to you. In that case, having the full last name on the knife makes it far easier for a finder to identify the owner than just some initials that may not mean anything to him. The second reason is that men like to pass things that they value to their sons or other relatives, and in that case, the engraving of the last name may still be appropriate for the new owner, whereas initials usually will not.
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Good stuff here....I like the looks of the Alox Classic. I have quite a few Alox Cadets and Farmers already and I think the Classic would be a fine gift. I'm starting to lean more towards the Alox Cadet as most of my groomsmen are professional beer drinkers. They would certainly appreciate the bottle opener on the Cadet.
 
That does raise the possibility of the Vic Bantam Alox which is just a main blade and one other tool that is a combination of bottle opener, can opener, screw driver and wire stripper. It is like the Cadet, but only one layer thick (and no nail file).
 
I was in two weddings last year. For both of them I got SAK's. My cousin got us Money Clip basic's with out initials engraved in the clip. My good friend got us 'Mechanic' models with our last name's engraved on the large blades.

My mechanic stays in my car and the money clip gets used when I'm going out and don't feel like carrying my whole wallet (i.e. - going to the bar where all I need is cash and my ID).
 
These are all small and can be found under $50.
Make a good money clip also.
Engraving initials is a great idea.

I'd be stoked to get any of these as a gift...

Spyderco Spin etched
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Spyderco Spin regular
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Spyderco Cricket etched
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Spyderco Cricket plain / serrated available
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Kershaw Ken Onion Chive ($25.)
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A friend of mine recently got married and gave his groomsmen Spydercos, with stainless steel handles, engraved. They all LOVED the gift.
 
I'm getting married in April, as a knife nut, no other gift really came to mind for my groomsmen. I think they will make great gifts.
 
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