Nimravus cub, ATS-34 or M-2?

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I am planning on getting a Nimravus Cub. I am also planning on removing the coating. I know that M-2 should out perform ATS-34, but should I get the ATS-34 due to the increased corrosion resistance? I am sure the ATS-34 version is no slouch. What do you think?

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Dennis Bible
 
If/(when?) I get a Cub, I'll probably go for the M2 version. But then, I've already got a full-size Nimravus in ATS-34 that I've removed the BT2 from and it's awesome. (Although a little dull at the moment. My Sharpmaker 203 never seems to get it as sharp as I'd like...) I'm sure that you'll be pleased no matter what steel you get.

The only very minor beef is with the sheath. For one thing, part of it is carbon fiber printed nylon. I really would have like a full ceoncelex sheath at this price point. Also, I had to remove the annoying keeper strap since it was a royal P.I.T.A. to snap closed with the knife in there, and I like the "quick-draw" effect without it... Plus, you only get the one carry position with the factory sheath.

For a smaller blade like the Cub I'd probably want to get a custom IWB, inverted or horizontal concealex rig done for low-profile daily carry, but then I've never tried the factory Cub sheath on personally.

PM
 
Well, Dennis, I'm sure as soon as you saw my name come up, you knew what I was going to say.
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But, I'm going to say it anyway: M2, without a doubt. Mine's still going strong, with no corrosion. I made a new sheath for it, that I like better than the original. But, otherwise.... nothing new. Works great!

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iktomi
 
Double-tapped.

[This message has been edited by rockspyder (edited 03-14-2000).]
 
I'm with Rockspyder on this one - 2 stripped M2 Nimravi with no rust. I am still amazed that I don't have any rust on mine, I quit using the tuf-cloth just to see what happens. The M2 steel takes and holds an edge better than any other knife I own. Give it a try - I think you will like it!
 
Dennis, my Cub is in ATS-34.It came shaving sharp, and holds an edge VERY well,although I haven't subjected it to any rough usage yet. M-2 has quite a reputation, but I have no experience with it. Let us know what you decide and how it works out,OK?

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AKTI Member #A000934
"Always just one knife short of perfection!"
 
Compared to my M2 Nimravus Cub, my ATS-34 BMs are dull! If ATS-34 has good edge retention, then M2 has phenomenal edge retention! I've heard that the M2 lasts fine without the coating, too.

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M2. From what it sounds like M2 is the stuff. Plus, I haven't been real impressed with the ATS-34 on my full size Nimravus or on other Benchmades I've had. I'm going to buy a M2 model when funds allow.

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Riley
Do it right,or not at all.
 
I agree with mr44's criticism of the sheath for the Nimravus Cub and he also makes some good suggestions for improvinf it.
Can anyone suggest a sheath-maker who might have tackled this project??

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