MED. Slicer

Lycosa

Lycosa

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I'd like to get a recommendation on a Busse med. slicer. I won't chop with the knife unless I have to. I like the Badger Attack. Is the ASH too thick? ANYHOO, in-put please.
 
Hell Razor, unless that's too big --- then look for an old school SJ...
 
anorexic badger attack 3? Maybe a ZTNO, did they make E-handle badgers in the ZT series?
 
ASH1-LE, HR, BATAC, Leaner Meaner-a little smaller but a great slicer.
 
the ashle would be perfect. the batac cg would also work. i have a batacle that i used for food prep, and it is a bit thick to be real efficient, though it did work fine.

there are also many hard to find older models that would meet your needs.
 
yoda4561 said:
did they make E-handle badgers in the ZT series?
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Ooh, if only!

The LE ASH-1 would be a better slicer than the CG version. The BATAC is less than ideal, but will work. I think your best bet would be either the ZTNO or ZTSH.

I'll torment you with MY slicer:

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There's only one of these. 1/8" thick and 7 1/2" long, with a zero edge.
 
CG SJTAC :thumbup:

3/16 thick, 6.5 inch blade, lightweight but can still do a little chopping, much better at it than the BATAC. I keep the edge at around 12 degrees per side and she will split a hair.
 
BATAC! Since you said “I won't chop with the knife unless I have to.” Then go for the BATACLE! Just in case you have to do some chopping… ;)

Yes, I love the BATAC and my new LE- but I have proof for you that even if the blade is thick- it slices very nicely. Like this thin paper receipt and a tomato:

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But it really depends what you will slice? Sure I could slice sushi with my BATACLE, but if I will do it several hours everyday- I might go for a thinner knife. :D

Boar-gen
 
Thanks for the in-put everyone and the pics! I wrote everything down. Now, I'll get busy and weigh all the options. This won't be easy.
 
Lycosa, I didn't see any length, grip specifications, so why not go with a Cultellus, seeing as that was MADE to slice?
 
Gatman---I have a GW, incoming. I wanted to go with a longer blade while I'm in the woods, roughing it. I think a 5 to 7 inch blade would cover all those needs. What do you think?
 
ASH1-LE, BATAC-CG or Sus Scrofa would be my pick from recent offerings. I'd go with the ASH-1-LE if cost is no object. Scrofa if your wallet doesn't runneth over.
EDIT: Oh yes, I forgot about the Cultellus. It's not quite "medium size", but it is an excellent slicer.
 
There are a few CG SJTLE's on the exchange right now for 380. They are coated blades, but may be very close to what you're looking for. I find that most of the blades in that size tend to be pretty thick...at least .20. You may want to look at Fehrman's Shadow Scout as well. http://www.fehrmanknives.com/knives.htm

That knife also has a firebow built onto one side. Great knives.

Jason

The Scrofa might be great if you can get it modded to be a wharncliffe style blade. That might be ideal.
 
rbmcmjr said:
I'll torment you with MY slicer:
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If we're tormenting, then I'll recommend an Anorexic Badger Attack LE.

Otherwise, CG BATAC is a good way to go.

Both pictured below.

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