Life expectancy of a Military???

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Scarman

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I have a new style, plain edge Military and am curious as to the life expectancy of this awesome tool.
I don't abuse my knives at all but I do, on occasion, use them hard.
I am curious as to the life expectancy of this fine tool. Should I look into getting another as standby for this one or can I rest assured knowing that it will serve me faithfully in the years to come?
This also refers to the locking liner.
Mine engages the first 1/3 of the blade tang and holds solidly.
Any comments from experienced users?
How does it rate compared to the Starmate?
I plan on getting one in the near future(plain edge of course).

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The greatest thought that has ever entered my mind is that one day I will have to stand before a Holy God and give an account of my life.
*Daniel Webster

Rev 20:12

 
I'll answer your topic title Q.
Put it in your will and give it to one of your kids with instructions to put it in their will.
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The individualist without strategy who takes opponents lightly will inevitably become the captive of others.


 
For me it is always cool to have the knife I use twice.
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I'll keep the second in the drawer. Now this is not easy to explain to your wife, but if there are different versions of the knife (i.e. plain, serrated edge)it is easier.
Greetings
red
 
Scarman,
The only possible problem you may encounter under hard use would be to break the tip of the blade. This would only happen if you pry with it or use it as a screwdriver, not during normal cutting. I managed to break the tip on mine but Spyderco repaired it and now it is good as new. I guess you could say that because of Spyderco's excellent customer service, you should expect that knife to last for generations.

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Al


 
Misque, Red Mag, Biginboca,

Thank you for your comments. I feel pretty secure about this knife and your experience helps.
Take care

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The greatest thought that has ever entered my mind is that one day I will have to stand before a Holy God and give an account of my life.
*Daniel Webster

Rev 20:12

 
Scarman.
The C36 and the C55 are built the same way using just about the same parts and materials, so they should be about the same.
The only difference is the stop pin on the C36 is held in with screws and on the C55 it is a light press fit.
Enjoy your knife.
Vince.
 
Thanks Vince.
So does that mean the stop pin on the Military is stronger or does it really matter?
Everything about the Military screams "Superstrong".
Growing to love it more and more daily.

BTW, what material is the back spacer made of?
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The greatest thought that has ever entered my mind is that one day I will have to stand before a Holy God and give an account of my life.
*Daniel Webster

Rev 20:12



[This message has been edited by Scarman (edited 21 October 1999).]
 
Scarman.
The only reason the stop pin on the Military is held in with screws is the lack of backspacer or should I say the small backspacer.
The backspacer is made of a modified nylon.
Have a good day.
Vince.
 
Vince,

Thank you so much for taking the time to answer my questions.

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The greatest thought that has ever entered my mind is that one day I will have to stand before a Holy God and give an account of my life.
*Daniel Webster

Rev 20:12

 
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