Need advice - BM705 or BM770

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ronjeremy

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I am looking for a small axis lock but can't decide between these two. The BM770 has a carbon fiber handle. Does this mean that the liners flex when squeezed? Is the BM705 more rugged and thicker than the 770?

Thanks for your input,
Ron
 
I owned the 705 for about a week. It seemed like a beefy handle with this little blade on it. Yet, the handle was too small for me. The 770 I've only handled in the store, but it's a bit better ergonomically. The axis lock mechanism appears to have been reduced in size so that it seems more appropriate than it does on the 705.

Also, more generally, thumb-stud opening knives have an effective working length (for slicing especially) that is less that their full blade length because the stud gets in the way. I returned my 705 and bought the 940. When I want carry a smaller blade (akin in size to the 705 or 770), I carry my Calypso Jr, which fits nicely in my hand, it's a 4-fingered hold on the handle, whereas the 705 and 770 are 3-fingered for me, and the Calypso has about the same blade length as the 705 and 770.

Now I am not trying to talk you out of the BMs which are fine knives, just presenting you with some of considerations in considering a smaller knife.

Regards,

David
 
Hi Ron! I've seen some of your movies. I thought you were more of a big handled type of guy. But you're right on about getting your liners flexed when they're squeezed.

BTW - I own a 705 but carry a Calypso.
 
I like the 705. Very durable little knife. I have dropped mine twice on concrete. Not a scratch. I have dropped a CF M16. Gave it a nasty mark. I don't know how BM's CF is, but I still like the 705 better.
Matt
 
I emphatically vote for the 770. The ergonomics between the two are night and day. The only area where the 705 wins is in sheer toughness. If you're buying this knife to cut up garbage cans, maybe the 705 is for you.
The 770 that I handled had no flex and opened more easily.
 
Does anyone know if BM are planning a 705 in M2? Or a AFCK in an axis?

Cheers!

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Dunno about the M2 705, but don't hold your breath for the Axis AFCK. People have been clamoring for one for a couple of years now. I think BM considers the AFCK to be their flagship liner lock knife--case closed.
 
BM is currently in the process of making a forum knife which just happens to be a 705 with carbon fiber handles and a M2 blade.
 
I happen to own both the 705 and 770. For tough "field work" Id choose the 705, If I were limited to a small blade that is. The 770, is, to me at least, a "tough gents knife"
 
mmm...... axis AFCK, they would have my money very quickly with one of those. Good thing for my wallet, but a shame for the knife community
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Oh well, i think it'll have to be a 940 instead. That one will have to wait for my money until after the running dog and the gunting. Damn it, too many knives, so little money... by the way, i find the 770 more attractive personally, but as a lefty it can't work for me, cuz the clip is not reversable. Anyways, i'm done rambling. Let us know which you choose and how you like it.
Pete

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I own both a 770 and two 705s. IMO they are both sturdy. The 705 probably a bit more so because of its thicker lock and frame. The 770 is more lightly built but I cannot imagine breaking one using it in a way intended for a pocket knife. Just get the one you like. If you can afford it, get both.
As for an Axis lock AFCK, now might be the time. Apparently, BM license to your the Spyderco round hole has expired and the new model has an oval hole. BM could now out a hole on an Axis Lock AFCK and not violate Spyderco's trademark if that model also has an oval hole.
 
You know, I see this request for an axis AFCK quite alot. It seems to me that this is more or less what the BM710 is? Sacriligous remark
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? I have never handled an AFCK so please someone enlighten me
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Marwan
 
Mjoury: The AFCK has a thumb hole, a different blade profile, and a different handle profile.
 
<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by Shmackey:
Mjoury: The AFCK has a thumb hole, a different blade profile, and a different handle profile.</font>
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Oops, I guess I did know about the thumb hole. Sort of forgot about it because I, personally, don't like it. Is the handle profile considered better/more comfortable? A lot of people seem to like the handle of the 710 quite a bit. I guess I can see the desire for a Axis lock knife with a hole, etc.

I will have to go take another look at the blade profile.




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Marwan
 
The recurve edge of the 710 is superiour to the AFCK blade, but the AFCK shape is more weapon to me and I love the Spyderhole.

It confuses me that BM don't make a limited run of a M2 AFCK AXIS. If they did not sell all of them, I would be so amazed, even I would be stunned to silence
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When so many call for it, it must be inept or cleaver to ignore so many. What is on the horizon? As an obvious choice for a limited run, I think something must be in the wings.

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Wayne.
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Adding an Axis to an existing knife is not a simple thing - it is nearly a complete re-design of the knife. A limited run would not cost much less than making it a regular-production item. It may happen, in time. BM just produced a lot of new models. Adding another, on top of that, would just be a huge headache. Give it time.

And yes, there will be and M2 705. It is being produced as a limited run of 100 numbered knives with BC1-coated M2 blades and carbon fiber scales for Benchmade's forum members.

Personally, I don't really care for the AFCK, so I'll just get a 710HS if I feel the need for a knife of that type. While they are differnt designs, they both excel at similar uses.

Ron: personally, I'd recommend the 705. It is far more durable (which seems to be an issue, given your question about flex), and (to me, anyway) more ergonomic.

--JB

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