Manix LW in CTS BD-1 or S110V?

For a Manix I would choose one of the Sprints (such as Cruware) because you get milled liners which make it lighter than the S30V models and the upgrade to G10/Steel handles. Just my .02¢
 
These two steels are so very different that the choice should be easy. I think it would come down to your sharpening ability. If you are a good sharpener then get the S110V and if you are not I would advise against it. It is not impossible to sharpen but the BD1 should be noticeably easier to sharpen. I don't actually have any experience with BD1 though.
 
I have the S110V version and the CRUWEAR. I had Chris regrind my Southard and may send my S110V in. CRUWEAR is awesome, and S110V is a good steel all around. I do have an Edge Pro, so no issues there. I too would say wait on the orange XHP version. XHP is probably my favorite SS.
 
I have both, but use the s110 much more. I actually like the scales on the BD1 much more, bought 2, but that steel gets dull when I think of cutting something.....bit of an exaggeration but you get the idea!
I'm hoping the CS exclusive is coated! I got 2 of the CS Para 2s and they are my fav Paras!!! And CTS is one of my favorite steels!
Joe
 
BD1 is a fine steel, but I feel it's pretty outclassed at the ~$70 pricepoint. On the other hand, s110v cannot usually be had at the $110 pricepoint.

I had the BD1 and sold it, if I were to buy a Manix 2 lightweight again I would get the s110v.
 
I think someone here mentioned using an S110V Manix LW to baton firewood and having the blade shatter when he hit a knot in the wood?

So you probably want the BD1 if you are doing bushcraft or using it with / in place of a hammer ;)

The right or wrong steel depends on what you are doing with your knife. I think for just regular EDC that S110V is fantastic. If you're opening packages and cutting cardboard and stuff, then it's probably the best steel on the planet as long as you're comfortable sharpening it when it finally does need it, as killer pointed out.

But I like the BD1 Manix so much as a beater, I don't want to change a thing. I'm still getting the G10 S110V version for dressing up and such, but the BD1 has been the perfect "this knife is expendable" steel for me. Either way, my liking of the BD1 Manix will be a minority opinion here ;)
 
Slipperyfish said:
110. I own a BD-1 and I too am disappointed with the edge retention. Seems like I have to strop it after every use to maintain what I would consider a working edge.
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Slipperyfish
What is your idea of a working edge??

Shaving?? Then yes I have to agree. It will need frequent touch ups.

I am on my 3rd BD-1

First was a riveted
Second a Combo edge.
Now
PE adjustable pivot.


I do anything I want with it.
Last time I batoned kindling at the beach.
No issues. It still sliced hotdogs and cut rope.

Besides.. With me, It does not matter what kind of steel I have
It could be Adamantium and I would hit it on the Sharpmaker to touch it up.


In other words. BD-1 and be happy.

If you want to process cardboard. Buy a box cutter.
 
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TheOutdoorNerd said:
I think someone here mentioned using an S110V Manix LW to baton firewood and having the blade shatter when he hit a knot in the wood?

So you probably want the BD1 if you are doing bushcraft or using it with / in place of a hammer ;)

The right or wrong steel depends on what you are doing with your knife. I think for just regular EDC that S110V is fantastic. If you're opening packages and cutting cardboard and stuff, then it's probably the best steel on the planet as long as you're comfortable sharpening it when it finally does need it, as killer pointed out.

But I like the BD1 Manix so much as a beater, I don't want to change a thing. I'm still getting the G10 S110V version for dressing up and such, but the BD1 has been the perfect "this knife is expendable" steel for me. Either way, my liking of the BD1 Manix will be a minority opinion here ;)
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Unfortunately $80 is too much for me to call a knife expendable with my current income.
 
TheOutdoorNerd said:
I think someone here mentioned using an S110V Manix LW to baton firewood and having the blade shatter when he hit a knot in the wood?

So you probably want the BD1 if you are doing bushcraft or using it with / in place of a hammer ;)

The right or wrong steel depends on what you are doing with your knife. I think for just regular EDC that S110V is fantastic. If you're opening packages and cutting cardboard and stuff, then it's probably the best steel on the planet as long as you're comfortable sharpening it when it finally does need it, as killer pointed out.

But I like the BD1 Manix so much as a beater, I don't want to change a thing. I'm still getting the G10 S110V version for dressing up and such, but the BD1 has been the perfect "this knife is expendable" steel for me. Either way, my liking of the BD1 Manix will be a minority opinion here ;)
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I for one thrive on being in the minority,but I have no problems with the BD1 tool steel strips cable for me all day long strop at night and do it all over again in the AM:)
 
I figured out a test that puts that Russian video above to shame.

My brother has a small brewery that was kind of a hobby that just grew out of control. He's currently re-purposing existing bottles, and so he has all these boxes lying around full of empty bottles to take the labels off and claim for his brewery.

Anyway, I volunteered to find a way to take the labels off better, and the first thing I tried was taking a swipe out of it with my Manix BD1. A strip of label came off like butter! I know that glass is harder than steel, and this would be a very grueling test. The Manix did great for a while but crapped out after about 4 bottles. At that point it felt dull, and wouldn't push cut paper. So I thought Ha! I'll try my precious S110V Native in the name of science. But to my surprise, it didn't fare that much better than the BD1. The glass bottle is like some f-ed up strop and pretty much takes the edge off every knife I try within a few minutes. Hot water helps, and yeah, I can use a lot of Goo-Gone, but I thought I had a fool-proof method there for a while.

So I found a real world task that makes BD1, VG10 and S110V all look pathetic. My brother already figured out that the scraper using a disposable razor blade was worthless. In this case the Delica wins, and it's still a good technique even if I have to drag it across the medium stones every few bottles. With hot water and a sharp Delica, this task is more "green" because I'm not using much soap or solvent. When I thought of this test, I had no idea that it would leave me with a new respect for VG10.
 
Surfingringo said:
Neither of these steels are in my list of favorites. S110v is a bit tricky to keep at high level sharpness and BD1 is a bit below what I like in edge retention. Honestly, I think the g10 version in s30v is the best current Manix offering and is a great value at under $100!
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Been loving my BD-1 for a little while now. Great EDC steel. I use it at the FedEx warehouse every day and have to touch it up about once a week. I don't really see that as a bad thing.

Plus I really like the black on black option :thumbup:

 
I wish that s35vn was an option in the lw manix, I would definitely buy one. I have the cts xhp foliage green sprint, but a lightweight version would get carried more.
 
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