I have both and am a fan of both. Since that doesn't help I will try to elaborate. Obviously, the NMSFNO is longer but laid on top of each other the difference in cutting edge is around 3/4 of an inch. The NO is heavier and thicker. The NO is definitely a better chopping blade and has no swedge. I prefer the thinness of the squatch and the handle shape. I prefer the flat pommel of the squatch much better than the additional and useless excess length of the "skull crusher". I have no use for this, nor have I ever heard any good use of this feature and it can dig into your side while sheathed on your belt. So, which do I prefer? This is the proverbial you can't go wrong with either. I think the squatch is easier to carry and will do most of what the NO does. If I was going to lash it to my backpack I would take the NO, same if it was going camping or in the truck or car. Overall, I kind of prefer the squatch but since you can buy the NO at store prices and your choices of color, etc. I would probably get that one.
Good answer to a good question in my book!
Both the NMSFNO and SarSquatch fall into the large all-around use catagory. But, the NMSFNO is significantly bigger. The one inch might not sound like much, but with the extra thickness (.25" vs. .1875"), there is a significant difference.
I have both and LOVE both. I haven't had the opportunity yet to use my NMSFNO, but by handling it a lot lately compared to many knives I have, I am confident of what I think about the NMSFNO.
Like others have said, the NMSFNO is WAY nicer looking (IMO).
For looks, the NMSFNO might be the best looking "Production" Busse blade right behind the Saber grind SFNO LE.
I would have a hard time changing much on the NMSFNO for what it is. However, for my personal preferences in fit/feel for my hand, I will probably slightly mod the thumb recess by lowering the first peak and rounding the front of the recess into a smooth continuous curve transition into the blade for a little better thumb fit/feel for me. For my hands, I feel the first peek grinds into the joint of my thumb too much and will be greatly improved by lowering it. Others probably like it as is.
Otherwise, the NMSFNO is an INCREDIBLE knife and I HIGHLY recommend getting one while at the store now. If you don't like it, sell it later. I am confident, this will be a HIGHLY desired knife in years to come! :thumbup:
That said, I am reasonably confident my SarSquatch will realistically be one of "my" most used mid to large sized knives. I find its size to be more inline with what I prefer for use and carry. The Sarsquatch might not have the most aesthetic lines, but it works like a champ! And it feels very natural in use!
The NMSFNO is about 1 inch longer, but also .25" thick vs. .1875" thick SarSquatch. = significant difference in weight.
Still they both have great feel and balance. The FSH is probably (????) a "little" better chopper than the NMSFNO, but I believe the NMSFNO might be a little more versatile than the FSH.
The NMSFNO will no doubt chop circles around the SarSquatch because of the extra inch and weight. So, it is a great choice if you need a knife to chop well, provide a lot of versatility (* For a Large knife!) and don't want a larger 10" chopper.
For it's size, the NMSFNO seems likely to offer about as much versatility as anything near its length and weight. So, the NMSFNO really is an awesome knife and well designed IMO.
The NMSFNO is more "Awesome" and spectacular to hold and drool over compared to the SarSquatch while still being a very worthy performer.
But, still, for all-around use, carry-ability and so on, the much less spectacular to hold and look at SarSquatch is still my choice for function and all-around performerance and go-to knife. :thumbup:
I think you have to hold and use the SarSquatch to appreciate it. Those who don't like the SarSquatch probably haven't used it or likely have never even held one.
Those who have actually owned and used a SarSquatch won't likely be selling!
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