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Well, the big brown truck arrived late yesterday afternoon with my new SERE 2000. As promised, here are my initial impressions, for what they're worth.
First, I'll address what I consider to be the knife's strengths.
Strengths:
1. The knife feels good in my hand. It is a fairly substantial piece and the heft feels good. The g-10 has been nicely beveled at the edges.
2. The knife opens easily. I have read in other threads where the studs were too small. On my knife I do not find this to be the case. In fact, The studs protrude from the blade to such an extent that when withdrawing the knife, while seated, from my Levi's, the blade opened partially. (Not good.)
I will make no adjustments to the tension on the blade. To me it seems just right. Smooth and fast.
3. The overall fit and finish is fine. The blade is centered between the scales. The grind is symetrical. Most importantly to me, the liner lock fully engages the blade at the left edge of the blade.
4. For what it's worth, the overall appearance is pleasing. The contrast between the black scales and the various stainless parts is pleasing, I guess.
Now for some negatives.
Opportunities for Improvement:
1. The studs are sharp. I believe this is the reason they caught on my jeans. I will use some abraisive 3M crocus cloth to smooth them a bit. I have done this with other knives and it works well.
2. On the top of the blade, where the false edge is ground, the corners are quite sharp. Sharp enough to tear up clothing and prove a hinderence to penetration. These sharp corners are troublesome and also are destined to meet the crocus cloth.
3. There was a small ding on one of the scales. I suspect this happened when the
g-10 was being beveled. There were also small scratches on the blade. These cosmetic flaws are no big thing, but I was surprised given Al Mar's reputation for quality control and finish. I will consider them character. One of my favorite former fashion models turned actress, Lauren Hutton, has a split between her two front teeth. A flaw? Maybe. Would I carry Ms. Hutton in my pocket if I could? You bet I would!
4. The knife rides so deep in my pocket, due to the manner in which the clip is mounted, I have difficulty drawing the knife rapidly.
[This message has been edited by Willie Boy (edited 12-16-2000).]
[This message has been edited by Willie Boy (edited 12-16-2000).]
[This message has been edited by Willie Boy (edited 12-16-2000).]
First, I'll address what I consider to be the knife's strengths.
Strengths:
1. The knife feels good in my hand. It is a fairly substantial piece and the heft feels good. The g-10 has been nicely beveled at the edges.
2. The knife opens easily. I have read in other threads where the studs were too small. On my knife I do not find this to be the case. In fact, The studs protrude from the blade to such an extent that when withdrawing the knife, while seated, from my Levi's, the blade opened partially. (Not good.)
I will make no adjustments to the tension on the blade. To me it seems just right. Smooth and fast.
3. The overall fit and finish is fine. The blade is centered between the scales. The grind is symetrical. Most importantly to me, the liner lock fully engages the blade at the left edge of the blade.
4. For what it's worth, the overall appearance is pleasing. The contrast between the black scales and the various stainless parts is pleasing, I guess.
Now for some negatives.
Opportunities for Improvement:
1. The studs are sharp. I believe this is the reason they caught on my jeans. I will use some abraisive 3M crocus cloth to smooth them a bit. I have done this with other knives and it works well.
2. On the top of the blade, where the false edge is ground, the corners are quite sharp. Sharp enough to tear up clothing and prove a hinderence to penetration. These sharp corners are troublesome and also are destined to meet the crocus cloth.
3. There was a small ding on one of the scales. I suspect this happened when the
g-10 was being beveled. There were also small scratches on the blade. These cosmetic flaws are no big thing, but I was surprised given Al Mar's reputation for quality control and finish. I will consider them character. One of my favorite former fashion models turned actress, Lauren Hutton, has a split between her two front teeth. A flaw? Maybe. Would I carry Ms. Hutton in my pocket if I could? You bet I would!
4. The knife rides so deep in my pocket, due to the manner in which the clip is mounted, I have difficulty drawing the knife rapidly.
[This message has been edited by Willie Boy (edited 12-16-2000).]
[This message has been edited by Willie Boy (edited 12-16-2000).]
[This message has been edited by Willie Boy (edited 12-16-2000).]