OMG...I finally got a SNG STRIDER...I hope its worth it!

It takes them time, but usually, they'll fix it, unless you have an "idiot" Strider (one that was intentionally abused, which Strider repaired for free, but will not again)
 
One of the great aspects of the SnG design is the grip. With my index finger in the forward choil and my middle finger on the choil with the lock bar, thumb on the friction grooves on the back of the blade, I have excellent control of the blade for work. But with my index finger in the lock bar choil, the butt of the knife is nestled against the heel of my hand, giving me an added measure of security on stabs, and a bit more reach. In fact, this is the natural grip my hand moves to when I open the knife.
 
SpyderJon said:
In short, yes. The knife is designed so you CAN use a "forward grip" for fine control if you want to, but that isn't necessary. The handle on these hovers at right around 4" I believe, but there is more than enough room to get your whole hand on the handle. You don't have to use the choil if you don't want to. Whoever told you that was either feeding you a line, hasn't thought much about the design, or hasn't actually used one of these knives. The SNG/SMF- like ALL knives- is designed for work, but you could easily use one as an SD knife if you needed to. Rest easy, it has a full handle.
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I believe you but just one more observation. Even if the handle is 4", the groove is set back over an inch to that leaves only about 3" for one to hold onto. Maybe it's just me but I like a little more "meat" for a hammer grip.

Regards
 
I'd ask for a pic of someone holding the knife. The fact is that you may need a bit more "meat," but that depends on what you mean by "meat." I'm not entirely sure that you and I are talking about the same thing, which could cause a disconnect, but I'd still ask if someone could post a pic of them holding the SNG/SMF. I KNOW somebody around here has GOT to have a pic like that. Anyone?
 
Jimmy, put yourself in an objective frame of mind, close your eyes and pick up your new SNG. Forget that you just spent 400$$ on it. Forget about Striders mystique and reputation. Act as if this SNG was one of many knives that were on demo. Is the handle comfortable? Is this the knife that you have been searching for up untill this point? Does that rear heel dig into the palm of your hand? Do you wish that handle heel curved and sat more flush against your palm? Tell us what you think.
 
It's 400 dollars.If that is gonna break you, you shouldn't buy it anyway.Just use it and let us know how much you like it and don't worry about it.:jerkit:
 
oregon said:
Jimmy123 did you consider, in your search for a rugged folder, the new Kershaw Zero Tolerance 300, orderable through Tad Gear? If you did then what about it put you off?

I think of it as a Strider w/o the quality control issue. Its on my list. Thank you.

http://www.tadgear.com/edged tools/zt0300.htm

Best,

oregon
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I can really only at this point is that the blade is too long. I think its illegal pretty much everywhere since its above 4 in and above 3.5 (some states).
 
naccibobacci said:
Jimmy, put yourself in an objective frame of mind, close your eyes and pick up your new SNG. Forget that you just spent 400$$ on it. Forget about Striders mystique and reputation. Act as if this SNG was one of many knives that were on demo. Is the handle comfortable? Is this the knife that you have been searching for up untill this point? Does that rear heel dig into the palm of your hand? Do you wish that handle heel curved and sat more flush against your palm? Tell us what you think.
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Yeah ill tell ya you guys when I have some time with it. The handle looks grip worthy and doesn't look like its going to slip, which is SUPER important.
 
bladeprince said:
Maybe this should be in a new thread (I can start one if necessary) but my understanding of the SNG is that it's designed for a "forward grip" (that phase was given to me my a custom knife maker). The knife is designed so that the first finger is on the choil. If one grips only the handle, that places the hand so far back that about an inch of the hand sticks out the back. That does not provide a strong grip.

I like to be able to use a "forward grip" if I want to (i.e. like on the Manix) but I don't want to be forced into having to grip the knife that way (i.e. Manix handle designed to accomodate my entire hand).

So, from what I can tell, this knife is mostly design as a work knife. I would surely not want to use a "foward grip" in a self defense situation because of the possiblity of my hand sliding forward onto the blade if I stabed anything really solid. And if I do not use the "forward grip" and only grip the handle, then I only have about 3 inches of handle to hold onto. That's not very secure for a self defense situation.

It seems that the SNG, although looking very "tactical", is really a work knife. In a pinch, anything will do but if one wanted an EDC mostly for self-defense, this knife would not be a good choice.

Am I incorrect about this?
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It seems like all the handles (smg) and such have that kinf of shape where is bigger at the bottom. I think as for as tactical use, the top part of the handle should be big even so your hand would not slip toward the blade...
 
proguide said:
I bought a SNG and literally had it for 5-10 minutes before I sent it back for a refund. It had bad bladeplay and a very uneven edge. I know it could have been sent in, but there was NO way I was going to spend $400 on a production knife that was not exactly how I wanted it. If you can handle one first, that's your best bet. You shouldn't have to wonder what you are getting for 400 clams though. Just my thoughts.
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If i have any blade play I will be pissed...:mad: It better pretty perfect or I won't be as pleases considering its price
 
I like Striders. I don't currently have one but I have had a PT, SNG, SMF, AR and MSC SNG in the past. They are really stoutly built and excellently designed hard use folders. They aren't about the flawless fit and finish of a Sebenza or many of the custom knives in their price range, but when it comes to a good using knife I think they are pretty much right on target for really hard use.

Are they worth the money....yeah, I think so. I've handled some of the other knives mentioned by others in this thread (and have owned a couple) and I truly don't think they hold a candle to the Striders. And really, lets put things into perspective, $400 while a fair amount of money for a knfie isn't all that much for something you are going to use and carry everday for a long long time to come. It's barely over a dollar a day just spread out over the first year....and a Strider will barely be broken in by then :)
 
slide13 said:
I like Striders. I don't currently have one but I have had a PT, SNG, SMF, AR and MSC SNG in the past. They are really stoutly built and excellently designed hard use folders. They aren't about the flawless fit and finish of a Sebenza or many of the custom knives in their price range, but when it comes to a good using knife I think they are pretty much right on target for really hard use.

Are they worth the money....yeah, I think so. I've handled some of the other knives mentioned by others in this thread (and have owned a couple) and I truly don't think they hold a candle to the Striders. And really, lets put things into perspective, $400 while a fair amount of money for a knfie isn't all that much for something you are going to use and carry everday for a long long time to come. It's barely over a dollar a day just spread out over the first year....and a Strider will barely be broken in by then :)
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Yeah well put. This is the way i see it. We all know they are better then the other knives mention but unfortunately they cost more..that makes sense ( i do with it wouldn't have cost that much more lol). They will definitely hold their value much better then the other knives also and I figure instead of buying 200 knife knife or a 150.00 knife now, just put the money down for this strider and never have to mess with another knife for a long time. If I wanted to sell it a few years later maybe to get a new strider, I'm sure the value would still hold better then the other knives.
 
jimmy123 said:
It seems like all the handles (smg) and such have that kinf of shape where is bigger at the bottom. I think as for as tactical use, the top part of the handle should be big even so your hand would not slip toward the blade...
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In hammer grip I agree. I'm just not sure if the handle is long enough for what I like in a hammer grip handle. I really need to handle one to know for sure.

I LIKE the looks of the Kershaw ZT. Although I don't get the point of the "tiger stripes". I think they are ugly and draw attention to the knife. It would much prefer a blade blade for "stealth". If you look at the pictures on the Strider web sit of the specail ops guys holding their knives, it's quite obvious that a black blade would be harder to see. That will probably stop be from buying one right there. I do see, that it is NOT designed for forward grip and much better as a tactical knife. Thanks for the info, Oregon.

Regards
 
Gentlebeings, let's all try to remember what forum we're on and use appropriate language....
 
Luopo said:
I sold all my Burger knives

http://www.tacticalforums.com/cgi-bin/tacticalubb/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=8;t=000555;p=1
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That forum you linked to is run by Mad Dog. Wasn't Mad Dog (Kevin McClung) a "Professional Soldier" for 5....er....2 years? BTW, what branch of the U.S. Military did Mad Dog serve his 5....er....2 years in?:jerkit:

Horned Toad said:
if it is public record cant they post a link instead of adding their thoughts, I would much rather read court records than something that mclung has posted
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Yeah, what he said! Horned Toad has it right!:thumbup:

Regards,
3G
 
bladeprince said:
In hammer grip I agree. I'm just not sure if the handle is long enough for what I like in a hammer grip handle. I really need to handle one to know for sure.

I LIKE the looks of the Kershaw ZT. Although I don't get the point of the "tiger stripes". I think they are ugly and draw attention to the knife. It would much prefer a blade blade for "stealth". If you look at the pictures on the Strider web sit of the specail ops guys holding their knives, it's quite obvious that a black blade would be harder to see. That will probably stop be from buying one right there. I do see, that it is NOT designed for forward grip and much better as a tactical knife. Thanks for the info, Oregon.

Regards
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I don't mind the strips too much. I mean it totally depends on the terrain your in anyway. Plus black or striped, its still going to be stealth versus a polished blade.
 
A Strider of some type always features in my EDC , be it a PT all the way up to an AR . I have no regrets , they work well for me .

Chris
 
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