Mercworx Knives...

Originally posted by veritas
Just seems funny that that pretty heated descussion is being had over a knife making company where no one has actually used the knives...:rolleyes:
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It's not that funny to me. What is funny to me is how many people here have no earthly idea what they're talking about and just chimed in with the popular opinion just to get their post count up.

How's that for tin foil hat? :rolleyes:

Trouble with that is, I'm serious. I'll bet a paycheck that there are some who have posted on this thread negatively about MW products who have never even seen a MW knife, let alone heft one.:grumpy:

Oh, BTW, for anyone interested I got e-mail from MW last night and my blades shipped this Wednesday. Priority mail from N.J. to Va. they should be here today (Friday) or Saturday.
 
I'll be very interested in getting your report on these knives. They look interesting and hearing from someone that actually owns one (two) would be very informative. Please give us a first impression when they arrive.
 
Saw these in NYC show, handled them... not particulary impressed.

Striders seemed more 'real'... the MW knives had a nice polish, though.

Tam
 
I just purchased a Sniper, Archangel, Shiva, Seraphym all in S30V. My first impression was that these knives are in a different category, professional. I have been a fan of Busse for years but these knives in many ways are far superior. I am going to be adding a few pics of these knives and write a comprehensive review once I fully evaluate them. But as it stands know they are awesome.

I have been conversing with them for better than a month and they are good guys that are just a bit private. This is by no means a pejorative statement, they are just reserved. Keep in mind; these guys are not exclusively knife makers. As such, some of there work demands extreme discretion. So I doubt that any of their team will come to bat to discuss any of the issues about Strider or any of the comments that were made.

All I care about are the knives, and they are awesome. As I mentioned earlier, I will write a full review as soon as I have tested them out thoroughly. There was an article written in Knives Illustrated, which is on the shelves now, on the knives. I was a little disappointed with it, because it really did not describe them in use but it gives you a little more detail on the blades than the website or the ads you may have seen.
 
I am glad to see that you are so impressed by these knives. It will be interesting to see how these knives work in general use. From the looks of the pictures, the grinds on these knives do not look like they lend themselves to utility work. They seem to get really thick quite near the edge.
 
Well mine arrived today too, although the mailman did not read the clearly marked sign on my front door asking him to leave all packages on back porch and he instead left me one of those yellow slips. AAAARRRRGGGGG! I HATE THAT!
 
Originally posted by hdiller
I just purchased a Sniper, Archangel, Shiva, Seraphym all in S30V. My first impression was that these knives are in a different category, professional. I have been a fan of Busse for years but these knives in many ways are far superior. I am going to be adding a few pics of these knives and write a comprehensive review once I fully evaluate them. But as it stands know they are awesome.

I have been conversing with them for better than a month and they are good guys that are just a bit private. This is by no means a pejorative statement, they are just reserved. Keep in mind; these guys are not exclusively knife makers. As such, some of there work demands extreme discretion. So I doubt that any of their team will come to bat to discuss any of the issues about Strider or any of the comments that were made.

All I care about are the knives, and they are awesome. As I mentioned earlier, I will write a full review as soon as I have tested them out thoroughly. There was an article written in Knives Illustrated, which is on the shelves now, on the knives. I was a little disappointed with it, because it really did not describe them in use but it gives you a little more detail on the blades than the website or the ads you may have seen.
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How do u know they are far superior to Busse if you haven't tetsed them yet...? Or are you merely talking about fit and finish...? If so, I would say that is a very subjective debate...


Also to clairfy to everyone, I never meant funny in the VERY LITERAL meaning of the word...Just that this debate hasn't had one member chime in that is an actual owner - yet...Jeez...Calm yourselves...:rolleyes:
 
I have 2 Shivas, a Sniper, Seraphym, and Archangel. The grip design is very ergonomic on all of them. Before I bought them, I had a concern about the knives slipping due to the smooth Micarta handles but because of the palm swells they don't go anywhere.
 
MR. bvmjethead,
You posted a question, "Anybody got one of these?"
No one apparrently has had a chance to play with one.
You got some opinions on the marketing employed by Mercwerx, which is not too slick in most opinions.
Then you go on a rant about how the Moderators are stifling you and everyones opining about a knife they have not held or owned when you yourself don't have one yet.

Your copy sounds suspiciously like the same sort of poorly written ad copy associated with this company so far.
And you say you're looking for a camp knife???!!
I think you're shilling for the company.
But if you are not get yourself a Becker Magnum camp knife for around 70 bucks and camp away.
I would like to hear what you think about your knife when you get it.
But I think the Forum members deserve some repect.
In my experience they are a well informed, helpful bunch.
If indeed you do represent or are associated with this company I would choose a different track immediately.
A lot more people read these threads than post on them and someone researching Mercwerx for a possible purchase may find these somewhat controversial threads and be put off.
I'm afraid my opinion of the company has been tainted (if it really took more than their print ads) and it will take more than your no doubt glowing review to alter that impression.
Best of luck
 
Veritas,

I am an actual owner. What I meant by far superior is in reference to the fit, finish, ergonomics, feel and limited testing I have done. I did do the basics of chopping a 2x4 with the Sniper VS a BM and the Sniper came out on top. However, I did not want to get into it until I really did a comprehensive review, as I stated. Don't get me wrong, Busse is great. I have a bunch of Jerry's stuff. I am just very impressed with MW. More to come.
 
I ain't goin' for the marketing approach at all. Seems to be aimed at ninja wannabe's or some such nonsense. Hopefully the knives are better than the BS.
Greg
 
i'm being bad, i know, lol.. but, what makes you qualified as a tester of these blades for us... will you be putting blood on your hands and holding the knives and stabbing things?

are you really going to chop wood with those blades?

what type of knife use do you use with your blades? the striders are carrried daily by soldiers and working professionals like firemen and police

mind you, i'm just an armchair knifer, too, lol

i just think it is funny that you've spent all that money, and now you will actually put those blades to testing methods!! actually, i'm impressed!

will you post pics of you stabbing the shiva dagger into things?

you go, man!! more power to you!

Tam
 
Originally posted by MC Chan
MR. bvmjethead,
Your copy sounds suspiciously like the same sort of poorly written ad copy associated with this company so far.
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Will you give it a rest. If you don't like the knives and or the way they do business, excercise your right to choose and don't buy one. Better yet don't even read their ad's anymore OK? Even better yet, don't read my post's anymore.

And you say you're looking for a camp knife???!!
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I was KIDDING.....OK?

I think you're shilling for the company.
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I don't even know what shilling means. My dictionary say's and I quote "See table at currency."

Listen, do you actually think I've done any good for the company? Good, we agree on one thing, neither do I. Why would anyone in their right mind who worked for the company continue to take the course I've taken. How do you know I'm not Mr. Striders next door neighbor trying to help him out by decreasing MercWorx's market share. No offense Mr. Strider, and for those who are wondering NO I'M not Mr. Striders next door neighbor. Take off the damn hat dude. I do not work for MercWorx. I own a landscaping business in south eastern Virginia.

I would like to hear what you think about your knife when you get it.
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Right:rolleyes:, considering your final paragraph I'm sure you're really looking forward to it. I'll be posting a full report so you may SHRED my OPINION of the knives. Be my guest.

But I think the Forum members deserve some repect.
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Where I come from, respect is earned not given. That's all I have to say bout dat.

If indeed you do represent or are associated with this company I would choose a different track immediately.
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Last time I talked to the boss he told me to keep up the good work.:D But thank's for your opinion, I'll bring it up at the next board meeting.

A lot more people read these threads than post on them and someone researching Mercwerx for a possible purchase may find these somewhat controversial threads and be put off.
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That's not my problem, since I do not work for the company now is it. AND......AND, if you as a consumer let somebody else's actions determine weather or not you will purchase a product, without even at least looking at the product for yourself. You are a bit foolish. You walked right into that one my friend.

I'm afraid my opinion of the company has been tainted (if it really took more than their print ads) and it will take more than your no doubt glowing review to alter that impression.
Best of luck
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Sounds to me like you've already made your mind up. Just to let you know, I'm NOT here for you, and plainly, I could give a hoot what you think of my opinion of a product.:D
 
Dog gone, maybe I am a shilling, 3333 thread views, that's the highest in all general knife discussions.

MercWorx owes me a free blade. HA HA HA
 
Dog gone, maybe I am a shilling, 3333 thread views, that's the highest in all general knife discussions.

MercWorx owes me a free blade. HA HA HA
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I suspect that your friends at MercWorx would probably like to slap your hands and take away your keyboard.

3333+ views of a thread that really doesn't exactly paint them in the most positive light... that's not exactly the way to promote your company or your product.

Mr. MC Chan is exactly right, "A lot more people read these threads than post on them and someone researching Mercwerx for a possible purchase may find these somewhat controversial threads and be put off."

I strongly suspect that he's not the only one who's opinion of Mercwerx has been permanently tainted.

Mercwerx is a new company. Many of us (and remember, as I posted earlier, the 15,000+ members of this forum are a huge fraction of the global market for high-end knives) have, in the last few weeks) heard about Mercwerx for the first time. That means that this is our "first impression."

There's a couple of old sayings that come to mind: "First impressions are lasting impressions," and, "You never get a second chance to make a first impression."

Yeah, your friends at Mercwerx probably do want to give you a free knife.... but maybe just not exactly how and where you might want it. :D
 
That's a good one, even kidding about assulting someone! Now here is a bright one. :rolleyes:

In my homble opinion the only thing I've tried to do here is promote an open mind.

The prevailing attitude here from those who have posted anyway, concerning MercWorx products is that because there are some who don't agree with their marketing strategies, their products must somehow be inferior.

Again in my humble opinion, marketing strategies have nothing to do with knife craftsmanship.

This is the CORE of my agenda here. Promoting an open mind.
 
marketing strategies have nothing to do with knife craftsmanship
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I disagree, IMO when you buy something you buy a product, the marketing and it's image. Deceptive or mysterious marketing means I don't want to be a part of that.

If in your view that means I'm unreceptive or have a closed mind, I'll accept it as a complement.

Hmmmm, I see you have a locked thread on the ar15 board (was that mentioned in the thread already ?) sorry you look like a shill to me.
 
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