Mike Snody of R.J.Martin

[Orthos]

Which of these two knife makers do you prefer?

I am interested in the kozuka models so if you guys could suggest which one to buy ( Snody's or Martin's ).

Thanks in advance.

 

[T.K.C.]

Both are great makers, but I prefer RJ Martin's knives.

 

[Esav Benyamin]

The differences are minor and may come down to no more than the feel of the particular knife in your hand. I haven't handled Mike Snody's knives, but I can vouch for R.J.Martin's.

If you pick one or the other at random, you'll still make a good choice.

 

[jujigatame]

Never had a chance to handle a Snody kozuka, but I own one of RJ's and like it very much. It's a serious cutter with good grip.

 

[Saberman]

I like RJ's much better plus RJ can make a knife sharper than anyone I've met.

 

[Alberta Ed]

Check out Ivan Campos' kozukas. Worth a look.

 

[Danbo]

Truthfully? You would be impressed with anything by either of them. R.J.'s one of my friends, so I would give him the edge(pun intended) here.

 

[Walking Man]

RJ Martin personally took the time to respond to a few questions that I had concerning flippers on another forum. (and very polite about it too!) He has my vote, and I think his knives are cheaper too. (might be wrong.)

 

[SIFU1A]

both are very nice but i prefer snody by a small margin.

 

[Orthos]

thanks for the info

 

[Grappler1911]

The one Snody I ever saw was very impressive.
Super heavy duty tanto.

Not familiar with RJ's work.

 

[diamdave]

I like Snody's designs, unfortunately never owned one.

I've owned RJ Martin's and Martin-inspired (Kumo, Groove) well-thought out and executed designs. I believe I had a brief conversation with him once as well, he was very approachable, which isn't always typical for the 'big' guys.

 

[SpyderJon]

I think you'd like either. I know RJ, and he's a friend of mine, but I don't think of that in recommendations. After all, there's a bum for every seat. I'd probably go with RJ, though. First, I can just drive over to his house and pick it up. Second, I've never met anyone more professional in all his dealings- and yet consistently humble about his products (no matter how rabid his customers can be). Third, he builds a HECK of a knife- at a price that is quite a bit below what he COULD charge.

Good luck on the decision and let us know what you pick!

 

[LaBella]

Two enthusiastic thumbs up for RJ Martin! I am claiming no ownership of him, he gets little more than half of my knife monies! Tell him *I* sent you!

Ron LaBella