Lansky Responder: Best budget knife ever?

BenLong1018

BenLong1018

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I just got this knife in today and I'm extremely impressed by the quality for the price. It's about as good as the Ontario RAT knives at less than half the price which is quite amazing to me. It has a very nice two tone blade with a hollow grind which came super sharp and it was expected from a company well known for their sharpeners. The lock up is tight with absolutely no play in ant direction and it also has a nice early lock up at about 20%. Super comfortable nylon handles that actually have a little grip to them which is rare when it comes to any kind of plastic handles. The pocket clip is a nice low rider that comes very tight which is fine for me. The stainless steel back spacer is really awesome and could do some serious damage to a car window in an emergency. The only two minor issues I have with this knife are one the entire pivot area on both sides just spun when I tried to adjust it I ended up just leaving it alone instead of damaging the knife or my torx bit. And two the inside of the pivot is pretty gritty probably due to the grease from the factory so the flipping action needs a little wrist although it is starting to get easier after a couple of hours.

This knife is truly an amazing piece and a great value so if you're thinking about it stop and just buy it. Here's the link: http://www.gpknives.com/lamskyresponderwillumsenflipperknife.html


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Definitely an interesting design. Checked that link and almost couldn't believe what it's going for haha.

Let me know how it holds up...I'm curious now.
 
grownstar said:
Definitely an interesting design. Checked that link and almost couldn't believe what it's going for haha.

Let me know how it holds up...I'm curious now.
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I know and there's a larger version with g10 handles going for a little over $30. And will do.
 
I like the two tone handles, and the backspacer as well. Is the handle pretty thick?
 
holy crow 440c 12 bucks? huh i am gonna order one i use a knife at work and at home for all sorts of stuff and under 20 to keep in the glove box or coat pocket. Where is it "Hecho"?
 
BenLong1018 said:
The only two minor issues I have with this knife are one the entire pivot area on both sides just spun when I tried to adjust it I ended up just leaving it alone instead of damaging the knife or my torx bit.
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Try using a second torx driver in the opposite side, that way you can hold one still while loosening/tightening with the other one.

That design may not be my style, but I can't imagine finding anything better than that for $13! When I saw pictures of this knife, I was expecting $30-$40 and 8Cr13MoV.
 
China comunista?

China es tan comunista como USA es liberal ;)

Beautiful knife, incredible price, good tolerances. Like it! thanks for the tip!
 
bpeezer said:
Try using a second torx driver in the opposite side, that way you can hold one still while loosening/tightening with the other one.

That design may not be my style, but I can't imagine finding anything better than that for $13! When I saw pictures of this knife, I was expecting $30-$40 and 8Cr13MoV.
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I'll give it a try. Also they do have another version that's bigger and heavier, has sandvik 12c27 steel, and g10 it's a little over $30.
 
By the way guys it's getting smoother to flip I don't need quite as much wrist now so maybe there's hope yet for this to be a good flipper.
 
BenLong1018 said:
Here's a size comparison next to the ZT 0350 and the Ontario RAT 1.

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I'm really digging it more and more, especially looking at this pic. Kinda of reminds me of a Brous in addition to it's strong Urban Tactical heritage :thumbup:
 
BenLong1018 said:
By the way guys it's getting smoother to flip I don't need quite as much wrist now so maybe there's hope yet for this to be a good flipper.
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Well, if the flipper doesn't work you could always use the opening hole, or the thumbstud.... I like having options, but hooooo-leeeee-shit. Don't believe I've EVER seen a knife with all 3!
 
AntDog said:
Well, if the flipper doesn't work you could always use the opening hole, or the thumbstud.... I like having options, but hooooo-leeeee-shit. Don't believe I've EVER seen a knife with all 3!
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The opening hole is really nice to use if I wanna open it up slowly. And those aren't functional as thumb studs their just blade stops.
 
Gotcha. Wasn't trying to poopoo on your new knife. I actually like it, and at that price you get a 440C blade? Unbelievable! I just thought it was odd that I thought it had all 3 opening mechanisms.
 
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