Let's talk about Meyerco

Quiet Storm

Quiet Storm

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I've got both a lockback folder with a tanto blade in AUS-8 and a Buddy System on order. Both are very inexpensive, the steel is OK, the folder's got an opening hole and the Buddy a nice sheath.
That got me interested.

Which other inexpensive Meyerco knives can you recommend?
 
Anyone?

(Those posts in the Blade Discussion Forum are fading to page two in no time, so I gotta put it back up)
 
I kinda like the marine knives with marlin spike, but the myerco knives I've looked hadn't impressed me much.
 
I have several.

Scamp - gave a bunch of these out to friends one Christmas. Cheap, but decent keychain lockback for people without knives.

Speed Demon (clip pt.) - unfortunate name, but good smaller lockback to toss in a briefcase or drop in a pocket (I keep it in my camcorder case). Locks up good, gets sharp

Bolt action - smoooth knife. Smooth action, bead blast flat ground drop point, great lock system, lo-profile clip. My car-console knife.

Speedster - nice larger lockback. The too-curved handle makes it a little un-ergonamic, but it is a strong locker, nice opening hole, good blade shape, and thick blade stock. Tip-up carry (what I prefer). Reversible clip (clip grabs too tight, though). I have the ATS-34 model, but I've been thinking of getting the AUS model from SMKW. Even with AUS steel, a great buy at $12.99.

I've been thinking of getting the Buddy System too. I like to pin a knife inside my trunks for swimming at the beach, and I'm not 100% confident in the sheath on the CS Ready-Edge that I currently use. For "inside the swim trunks", you want to make sure your sheath holds the blade!
 
I have a Meyerco Buddy System, Bolt Action Hunter and a Scamp.

The Buddy System is a Blackie Collins design that used to be made by Gerber. The Buddy System has a Thumb Bolt sheath that is very secure, yet easy to disengage when you want it to. The Meyerco version is very nice (mine came scary sharp). I have not seen one but, Meyerco is now producing a lower cost version of the Buddy System as part of their Camp USA line.

The Bolt Action is another Blackie Collins/ ex-Gerber knife. I would rate the quality of the Meyerco version about equal to that of the Gerber, but the Meyerco version was updated with thumb studs and a pocket clip.

The Scamp (also designed by Blackie Collins) is a small (key ring size) lock back. This is an OK knife for a key ring, but I was not particularly impressed with it. I guess the Scamp is just too small for my liking.



- Frank
 
What's the deal with Meyerco? Are they any good? How are they priced so cheap? They look very interesting.:)
 
They seem to be another quiet company like Ontario that makes good cheap knives and are still Made in USA. The QC isn't the best, neither is the fit and finish, but they make good "beater" knives in decent steel. A big step up over Pakistani- and Taiwan-made knockoffs in their "surgical" steel, but not quite up to par with some of the more established lines. They do make a larger number of good lockbacks, camp tools, and even a unique pocekt sharpener all at very good prices, and all made in USA.
 
Originally posted by DaveH
I kinda like the marine knives with marlin spike, but the myerco knives I've looked hadn't impressed me much.
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DaveH, I think you are referring to Myerchin knives, not the same as Meyerco.;)
 
Originally posted by coldsteel03
What's the deal with Meyerco? Are they any good? How are they priced so cheap? They look very interesting.:)
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In general, Meyerco knives are mediocre at best. The original Speedster (made in Japan) was okay but nothing to write home about. They were offered in plain edge blades or partially serrated in what they called "alternate serrations." To be honest, they didn't cut very well. Now, the Meyerco Tactical with g-10 scales and ATS-34 blade (also made in Japan) was quite good. Perhaps the best knife they ever released. Their "assisted openers" like the Stingray (aka Speedster SR) and the Rascal are fun to play with, but do not put any faith in their whimpy locking mechanisms. Expect lots of blade wobble in their assisted openers.

"Made in USA?" I don't think I have ever seen a "made in USA" Meyerco knife. All the models that I came across were made in Japan, but they have since switched production to China, so their prices are cheaper. Now their blades are 440, not AUS-8 as they were before. Oh, before I forget, stay away from their crappy "Camp USA" line.:barf: Contrary to the name, they are not made in the USA and are basically flea market fodder.
 
The word that best sums up the Meyerco line for me is -Underwhelming
 
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