I'd like to buy an FB01 Moran. I think I recall that there are at least two different models, one with a convex edge geometry and what else? Which is preferred and why? Are both VG-10? Are the sheaths diferrent also, leather vs kydex, or something like that? Any info is appreciated, thanks.
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Models of FB01 ?
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GC,
There are two models of the Moran.
The first edition was a mirror polished, convex grind, VG-10 blade, with a leather sheath. Very beautiful knife and the one I personally prefer.
The recent model has a satin finish, VG-10 blade, regular grind, and comes with a Kydex sheath.
The change was made due to the fact that some people had trouble re-sharpening the convex grind , and others did not like to see the mirror polish messed up.
These are wicked little knives and performance is outstanding.
Also,If you are interested in one of the original models, I have an extra one(I bought several) for sale in the "For Sale" forum for a great price.
Hope this helps.
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[This message has been edited by Jailhack (edited 11 December 1999).]
There are two models of the Moran.
The first edition was a mirror polished, convex grind, VG-10 blade, with a leather sheath. Very beautiful knife and the one I personally prefer.
The recent model has a satin finish, VG-10 blade, regular grind, and comes with a Kydex sheath.
The change was made due to the fact that some people had trouble re-sharpening the convex grind , and others did not like to see the mirror polish messed up.
These are wicked little knives and performance is outstanding.
Also,If you are interested in one of the original models, I have an extra one(I bought several) for sale in the "For Sale" forum for a great price.
Hope this helps.
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C.O.'s-"It takes balls to work behind the walls "
[This message has been edited by Jailhack (edited 11 December 1999).]
GC,
Jailhack has the basics dead to rights. There could be said to be sub-varients though as the original Moran with rolled Moran edge and mirror polished VG-10 blade had kydex sheaths designed by a well known custom knife maker. There was also the obligatory serial number run of the initial 1000 produced. Later this model was shipped with a leather crossdraw sheath.
The Moran was introduced at a price point (reflecting the correspondingly high production costs of this design) that did not generate acceptable sales. Over time the pricing was reduced and a surge in sales occurred. The knife was also touted here in BFC as an exceptional tool and an outright bargain at the prices it could then be found for. Sal had considered dropping the model because there was negligible profit at the pricing it generated volume sales at. He has posted that the enthusiasm for the Moran exhibited by the BFC forumites caused him to re-think the issue. He opted to continue to offer the model but reduce both production costs and retail pricing. He also opted to go back to kydex for a sheath albiet one of a much more user friendly design. The elimination of the Moran rolled edge and the super high polish on the blade are the differences made in producing the new versus the old version.
Whether you find an older model or buy a new one, the Moran is without doubt a fantastic utility blade at a very good price. Between my sons and myself we have 5. One sees service with my eldest son as a naval corpsman serving with the fleet marine force. I have one in my kitchen. One is a spare and my younger son and I both have "users". If you search the first year general forum you'll find good reviews of both the blade and the Edge-Works aftermarket sheath systems developed for this knife.
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[This message has been edited by bald1 (edited 12 December 1999).]
Jailhack has the basics dead to rights. There could be said to be sub-varients though as the original Moran with rolled Moran edge and mirror polished VG-10 blade had kydex sheaths designed by a well known custom knife maker. There was also the obligatory serial number run of the initial 1000 produced. Later this model was shipped with a leather crossdraw sheath.
The Moran was introduced at a price point (reflecting the correspondingly high production costs of this design) that did not generate acceptable sales. Over time the pricing was reduced and a surge in sales occurred. The knife was also touted here in BFC as an exceptional tool and an outright bargain at the prices it could then be found for. Sal had considered dropping the model because there was negligible profit at the pricing it generated volume sales at. He has posted that the enthusiasm for the Moran exhibited by the BFC forumites caused him to re-think the issue. He opted to continue to offer the model but reduce both production costs and retail pricing. He also opted to go back to kydex for a sheath albiet one of a much more user friendly design. The elimination of the Moran rolled edge and the super high polish on the blade are the differences made in producing the new versus the old version.
Whether you find an older model or buy a new one, the Moran is without doubt a fantastic utility blade at a very good price. Between my sons and myself we have 5. One sees service with my eldest son as a naval corpsman serving with the fleet marine force. I have one in my kitchen. One is a spare and my younger son and I both have "users". If you search the first year general forum you'll find good reviews of both the blade and the Edge-Works aftermarket sheath systems developed for this knife.
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-=[Bob Allman]=-
..Rapid City, SD..
I did NOT escape from the institution! They gave me a day pass!
BFC member since the very beginning
Member: American Knife & Tool Institute; Varmint Hunters Association;
National Rifle Association; Praire Thunder Inc.; Rapid City Rifle Club;
Spearfish Rifle & Pistol Club; Buck Collectors Club (prime interest: 532s)
Certified Talonite(r) enthusiast!
[This message has been edited by bald1 (edited 12 December 1999).]
bald1, does the elimination of the convex edge make a difference from the old edge? The only thing I hate about a flat or convex ground is dragging vibration I can hear/feel when I cut even paper. I'm planning for another Moran perhaps the new one.
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I have one of each and they are far and away some of the best production fixed blades out there and well worth the money you spend on them.
They both take an edge that would make a razor shudder and they hold that edge rather well to boot.
Great knives. get'em both!
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So, what IS the speed of dark?
They both take an edge that would make a razor shudder and they hold that edge rather well to boot.
Great knives. get'em both!
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So, what IS the speed of dark?
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GC, the moran's edge can also be called an "appleseed" edge, as that is what a cross section would look like. There are none of the "shoulder" that you'll see on a conventional edge. You won't have any trouble resharpening a Moran, but unless you can buff the edge, you'll just have a very sharp regular style , and still very servivable edge.
Hope I was clear enough
in my description.
Brian
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Hope I was clear enough
Brian
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A dedicated ELU
Buck Collectors Club Member
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