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Wondering if anyone has any experience with one of these. Maybe heard a rumor. I'd settle for a gut feeling.
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The knife looks good and the specs are ok but I've never seen or handled a linton knife before. thanks in advance.
 
I first saw an ad for a Linton knife a few weeks ago , but it was a fixed blade knife with a "fantasy" look. Before that I never heard of them.

Your post peeked my curiosity and I did a little research, they seem to be made in Taiwan , but I can't really offer an opinion regarding quality.

I did find their web-site and thought this was amussing....

"Message From Linda Peng

From struggle to keep survive till satisfied, mankind created the first tool “Knife“ in the early history and from living needed went to hunting, military, outdoor and now for the life is getting better, human want “knife“ to satisfy his desire － sport, defend and collect －. Linton Cutlery could not escape from this wave but follow it to invest and upgrade more in the equipment, skill and computer’s design ability.

By the help of science and technology, Linton Cutlery can satisfy you the best quality with small quantity, if you have any idea or raw sketch in your hand, Linton Cutlery will work with you to make it come true.

Linton Cutlery had created a small showroom to represent you our capability and products and very welcome you to visit us and discuss your favorite.

Now Linton Cutlery gradually promoting his knives in the international market to meet all OEM and ODM customer’s needs, and welcome you to visit us in our showroom at Taipei, Taiwan "

http://www.linton.com.tw/usa/index.asp
 
brainbiter said:
I had noticed the abundance of engrish on the site.
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I checked out the specs and didn't realize it was in the 60- $70.00 price range.... For that price I would go with a known brand like Spyderco or Benchmade.

From Spyderco check out the D'Allara Droppoint, Endura 4 ot Delica 4

From Benchmade, any of the full sized Griptilians
 
I'd advise doing some searches here (on BFC) and elsewhere if necessary. From what I remember seeing here, most (if not all) opinions expressed were of the negative persuation regarding Linton. Some of it was directed at their liberal adaptation of other makers designs, but others, which dealt with quality issues, weren't very flattering either.:eek:
The piece pictured looks alot like Steve Ryan's work IMHO.
 
They sell 420J2 knives for $50 that can be had for $5. I would definately stay away from them.
 
It is very unusual in shape sort of reminds me of a piece of celery that has been left in the frig to long.
 
brainbiter said:
I appreciate the input but I'm not a fan of spyderco or benchmade.
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Because?

What brands do you like? Sebenzas okay with you?
 
I usually carry a timberline assisted opener. But more recently a buck.
Being in Michigan I can't carry any of my autos and my fixed blade knives are to big. Unfortunately I don't have children so I can't trade my first born for a sebenza. I'll keep looking.

Thanks for the help guys.
 
If you do get it then please follow up with a review, I'm curious to know if it has any value or is just another version of United Cutlery crap.
 
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