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justin

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I have just purchased a master of defense knife and I am curious about he overall opinion of them. I have also just purchased a microtech Kestrel and as I understand things right now they used o be the same company as I note a defenite similarity in the materials used and the handle dsigns are very closely related. I have gotten both a deal(kestrel,Master of Defense and a BM stryker for 260$) and noted that at most times the master of dfense has an almost obscene price for a small production folder with no real new technology on it it has the standard liner lock a a 3/4 serrated blade. What is so special as to justify buying this knife over let's saw an emerson or a benchmade? Any comments remarks opinions welcomed with open minds and arms. I need worthwhile advice not just what the salesman told me "OH YEAH this a good knife!"
Thanks in advance.

"speak softly....."
 
First things first, THE NAME OF THE MAN THAT SOLD ALL THAT STUFF FOR $260!
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I've often thought about getting a MOD (I've got a MT) but could never justify it. I don't see what the big deal is either; frankly I think the blades are a little on the small side for my taste.

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Which model MOD did you get? I have owned the Hornet and my wife still carries a LadyHawk.

I find fit and finish on the models I have purchased to be equal to Microtech. Other BF members have had less than stellar comments about theirs.

I don't find that the knives are better than some Emersons or Benchmades for everyday use and abuse, but they do offer a viable alternative for folks who want a beefy knife that is "length legal" in most jurisdictions.

The original novelty was that "Fighting and Self Defense Experts" had designed these knives. I think the newness of this line wore off rather quickly and people were by and large disenchanted with their purchases. My main problem with them is their size. I don't have a blade length limit where I live. I'd like to see a BIG Ladyhawk.

I was able to get my wife's Ladyhawk NIB for $75.00 when the "Best" net price was around $105.00. She is happy with it and impressed that a woman designed it. I'm impressed with the woman WHO designed it.
 
Heh,HEh thats my own little secret. I think he is clearing out his own stock that and I am a valued customer I think I have spent over a grand in his shop in the past 6 months. My addiction needs to be fed. I actually like the smaller sizes the kestrel is tiny yes but it provides the oppurtunity for more deep concealment in places they dont'want you to have knives I could easily sneak this kestrel past a normal pat down. And on top of that I get a knife that will not get me hassled by the cops because in NYC it has to be smaller than 4 inches and here the cops don't arrest you they keep the knife and tell you to hit the bricks so I am trying to carry something of a compromise.
 
I have my eye on a Razorback. I haven't handled many, but very good for the price I believe, if you can get the "good pricing". Speaking of which, anyone know the best price for a Razorback in plain silver?

Brandon



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I have the Trident and I also like the fact that experts designed the blades. The deal was originally for the Tempest but I don't like the blade style I prefer a drop point spear point or tanto. The charm was mostly the price on the deal I was getting. He usually sells the Trident for around 180 so I got a pretty good deal. I am going to send the stryker to a good friend in the air force.

"Speak softly......"
 
In my opinion the MOD knives are over priced in general. I did handle of Ladyhawk at a gun show a while back. It was on closeout for around $60 which I think was a good price for that particular piece.

Again in my opinion, it's level of fit, finish and feel did not merit it's original price.

DaveH
 
Yeah unfortunately for me tyou guys are right. The price is a result of who they had designing them. I have never heard of the designer of the ladyhawk but as for Massad Ayoob and James Keating I have definetely heard about and read articles by them. I really like the blade design of the Trident and it's whole scheme is very appealing. The end of the handle is designed for the middle joint of you thumb to fit directly over it making it an excellent grip for stabbing with a reverse grip. My major gripe is that it is not very sharp at all when compared to my Emerson Raven or my BM 710 axis. I tested it at work(praying I didn't get caught) wiht those paper towel despensers that let the towel hang there till you tear it off. The raven sliced through clean as a wistle and so did my 710 but the trident just ripped it not a very clean cut at all oh well.

"speak softly..."
 
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