New SMFs

Holy cow Batman. Some errors in this.
 
brandoak said:
On of the reasons Strider has utilized aluminum in the past was to make it autoclavable for sterilization.

an old monkey edge description:

"The new Strider SMF Aluminum model features the same bombproof design and features but the G10 scale has been replaced with aluminum. There are lateral grooves for improved grip as well as a snazzy Strider logo engraved. It has been mil spec hard coat anodized and has the benefit of being able to be placed in an autoclave for sterilization for medical personell."
Click to expand...

If my doctor carries one I will file medical malpractise lawsuits. o_O:D
 
I find none of complaints to be really valid.
As was said before. You don't need an insert on a well executed framelock. That's more of a trendy thing than a real need.
Also if the knife deploys well on washers why is not having bearings an issue? Especially if it's not a flipper? I have quite a few on washers, both custom and production, and they feel fantastic when deploying.
Not many complaining about the washers and lack of lockbar insert on their Sebenzas.
Finally, aluminum vs. G10 is neither a downgrade nor an upgrade. Just a preferential thing.
 
brandoak said:
Id be conflicted for sure,....not knowing whether to like him because he was a "knife" guy, or whether to key his car because he was a "Strider" guy...o_O
Click to expand...

The type of doctor who's gonna greet you with a "Yo, what's wrong with you Bro?"
tenor.gif
 
All your complaints about this knife kind of tell me you don't understand the purpose it. Its a durable hard use type knife meant to be used in adverse conditions, smf=strider military folder. With that in mind the washers are exactly what belong in there, you don't put bearings in a hard use field knife. The way the lock contacts the blade tang on these knives its designed to lock up even with dirt all over it and a lock bar insert might not be well suited in extreme conditions and slip more. As far as the aluminum goes its an upgrade. Aluminum is used to make many firearm receivers and is very strong in those applications, receivers are hard coat anodized. The aluminum scale is also hardcoat anodized, its a very durable coating that also gives a really nice silky grip. Most importantly the aluminum brings much more rigidity to the knife at the pivot and blade stop compared to the g10, the blade stops now stop on both side instead of just the ti side. Another benefit of the aluminum is now they were able to turn the screws over and have them thread into the aluminum to give a cleaner show side. Lastly I have heard people say the aluminum plus ti construction gives the knife some type of acoustic property that allows these to have a very nice feel and sound when you open and close the knife

edit: Sorry to bring up an old thread, felt like I needed to add in case anyone was reading thought this trying to gather info
 
Last edited:
6000 and 7000 series aluminum alloy has been widely used to make mountain bike frames. Considering its reputation for durability, I much prefer textured 6000 or 7000 series aluminum alloy on a hard-use folder over G10, particularly for liner-less construction. Just my opinion.
 
ribeyemediumrare said:
All your complaints about this knife kind of tell me you don't understand the purpose it. Its a durable hard use type knife meant to be used in adverse conditions, smf=strider military folder. With that in mind the washers are exactly what belong in there, you don't put bearings in a hard use field knife. The way the lock contacts the blade tang on these knives its designed to lock up even with dirt all over it and a lock bar insert might not be well suited in extreme conditions and slip more. As far as the aluminum goes its an upgrade. Aluminum is used to make many firearm receivers and is very strong in those applications, receivers are hard coat anodized. The aluminum scale is also hardcoat anodized, its a very durable coating that also gives a really nice silky grip. Most importantly the aluminum brings much more rigidity to the knife at the pivot and blade stop compared to the g10, the blade stops now stop on both side instead of just the ti side. Another benefit of the aluminum is now they were able to turn the screws over and have them thread into the aluminum to give a cleaner show side. Lastly I have heard people say the aluminum plus ti construction gives the knife some type of acoustic property that allows these to have a very nice feel and sound when you open and close the knife

edit: Sorry to bring up an old thread, felt like I needed to add in case anyone was reading thought this trying to gather info
Click to expand...

eugenechia1989 said:
6000 and 7000 series aluminum alloy has been widely used to make mountain bike frames. Considering its reputation for durability, I much prefer textured 6000 or 7000 series aluminum alloy on a hard-use folder over G10, particularly for liner-less construction. Just my opinion.
Click to expand...
All points are moot. Any strider military knife is built on a bed of lies about Mickey's military service.

Link to the facts: https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/mick-strider-has-some-explaining-to-do.453852/

I will not knowingly give my money to someone claiming stolen valor, no matter the quality of the product.
 
Last edited:
Mick burger aka Mick strider is a disgrace to the United States Army. The house he built on lies shall bring him shame for eternity.
 
Oh, and on a hard use folder I'd much rather have some grippy g10 than any sort of metal. Think cold steel. Think the BM 810 contego. And no pronounced guard? 0560 has jimping all over, same with the contego. If this knife is so hard use and tacticool it needs to do better.

But then again, what do I know. For a hard use knife I use a fixed blade....
 
I had a PT CC. Never should have let it go. Best ergonomics of any knife I have handled. OTHO, the blade was semi-useless for my needs.
 
craytab said:
Oh, and on a hard use folder I'd much rather have some grippy g10 than any sort of metal. Think cold steel. Think the BM 810 contego. And no pronounced guard? 0560 has jimping all over, same with the contego. If this knife is so hard use and tacticool it needs to do better.

But then again, what do I know. For a hard use knife I use a fixed blade....
Click to expand...
Have you handled these SMF's or SNG's? The way the grip is shaped it stays in your hand very well without any aggressive texture, doesn't need a guard or any more jimping then it has, I can put up a picture of what I mean by that because its not that clear until you see it. As far as the whole mick drama, since ive seen the knives nowhere does it call them military knives. The whole thing is way old and its irrelevant to still link that thread anytime strider gets mentioned, I'm not even defending if lied or his character. The knives are good hard use knives, regardless of if the maker was in the military. If someone designed a good race car and told everyone he used to be a race car driver, when it turns out he's an accountant the car doesn't become junk out of nowhere. I completely get someone not wanting to support the guy, but regardless they're still great for their intended use.
 
Last edited:
ribeyemediumrare said:
Have you handled these SMF's or SNG's? The way the grip is shaped it stays in your hand very well without any aggressive texture, doesn't need a guard or any more jimping then it has, I can put up a picture of what I mean by that because its not that clear until you see it. As far as the whole mick drama, since ive seen the knives nowhere does it call them military knives. The whole thing is way old and its irrelevant to still link that thread anytime strider gets mentioned, I'm not even defending if lied or his character. The knives are good hard use knives, regardless of if the maker was in the military. If someone designed a good race car and told everyone he used to be a race car driver, when it turns out he's an accountant the car doesn't become junk out of nowhere. I completely get someone not wanting to support the guy, but regardless they're still great for their intended use.
Click to expand...
Equating a race car driver to military service is bs. This is exactly why the link needs to be placed and people who think strider is acceptable need to know. If you don't care about Mickey's stolen valor, just say it. The facts are there. What is honesty and valor worth? Apparently a supposed comfortable knife...
 
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strider_SMF

DBox_Border_Left_Top.gif
clear1x1.gif
DBox_Border_Right_Top.gif

clear1x1.gif

The Strider SMF was initially developed for a military unit that required a tough as nails knife in a folding package. The SMF has a full titanium frame lock that provides a stronger lock up than some fixed blades. The 'standard' SMF is the profile Strider provides to the military. This NSN version is a rarely offered to the public as this variation is the one that Strider supplies to the US military. NSN stands for National Stock Number and is a standard numbering system attached to items supplied to the military.


clear1x1.gif

DBox_Border_Left_Bottom.gif
clear1x1.gif
 
Kind of interesting read in that link. The marines SOCOM units had a NSN # for it they liked it so much.
 
craytab said:
Equating a race car driver to military service is bs. This is exactly why the link needs to be placed and people who think strider is acceptable need to know. If you don't care about Mickey's stolen valor, just say it. The facts are there. What is honesty and valor worth? Apparently a supposed comfortable knife...
Click to expand...
My reference is valid because being a good race car driver does not mean you are good engineer/mechanic, in the same way that military service isn't needed to be a good knife maker/design durable knives. This is a knife forum and we are discussing the actual product based on design and construction, you're trying to say that the durability/design of the knife is inferior because the owner is a scumbag. You can avoid the product based on politics if you like, many of us just want to discuss the actual product without someone immediately linking that old thread and trying to shame us for even mentioning the words strider. Yes lying about military service is bad, but I don't care enough to pass on a great knife, its not like he's stealing from anyone or hurting anyone. There are people in the military who feel the same.
 
Last edited:
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top