Pics!!! and question about my new slicer...

Need2Know said:
cziv, thank you for a reply.
So, if I am understanding correctly; there is nothing too negative to say about S35VN. But your (and others) preference is for Duratech 20CV. I feel both are great quality steels. I think it boils down to personal preference and availability. If I find a Hinderer at a reasonable price, the blade steel is not my first concern. More concerned with how fast The seller can put it in my hands?!
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Well Need2Know, I like the 20CV steel best 'speaking only for myself' and not others. :)
 
I prefer the edge on my duratech 20cv. The CTS gets sharper IMHO. I was just really glad s35vn wasn't used. I know it is purpose built knife steel designed by a knife god but I just don't like it or s30v.
 
CSIV,

It's funny you mentioned the "glow" of 20CV with the stonewashed finish. I thought I noticed a distinct difference in appearance myself and meant to post on the subject many times before, but never did thinking it was all in my head. I find the patina very pleasing to the eye.
 
It's not that I don't like S35VN, but if I'm paying a big premium for a high end knife, I would like a more exotic steel than a "marginally better S30V".
 
Here are a couple pics of my XM-24 in S35VN and my XM-18 that is NOT S35VN. The blade is unmarked. I see that the 18's finish is more reflective than the 24. I have had the 24 longer than the 18 but it holds a nice edge. I have widdled 2x4s with it just because someone said I wouldn't. And it's still sharp, without any touchup.
Overall, I am pleased with all the blade steels offered on these awesome knives.
Thanks to all who commented. I understand every person has their own preferences. I really like how you guys kept this civil. I have seen some conversations on the Web go goofy from even the most genuine inquisitive question.
Right out of my pocket, please forgive the lint.
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Need2Know said:
Thanks to all who commented. I understand every person has their own preferences. I really like how you guys kept this civil. I have seen some conversations on the Web go goofy from even the most genuine inquisitive question.
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Hinderer fans are all gentelmen. We do not retort to petty scuffles like the common people do...
 
NeedToAsk- If I may ask, your 24 appears to have a nice edge on it, is that factory or have you applied some "Love"?
Good look, looks like the edges I get with my W.E. which I have not put a Hinderer into (but wouldn't hesitate to do so).
Just wondering.... Nice Pics too !
 
Factory edge. I use it (but never abuse it) daily. Picked it up at Blade Show in ATL 2011. Absolutely love it. I am now caring it along with my XM-18. I tend to pick the right tool for the task at hand. To date, my Hinderers have never let me down. I just wish they were easier to acquire. I want one of every sized folder in both flipper and non, in every steel and grind offered. Oh, since I'm wishin', in every available blade and titanium finish, including anodizing and variations.
Ok, back to reality. For those who do sharpen their Hinderers what is the preferred method? Does one procedure work better than others?
Sorry if I highjacked this thread. No ill intentions from me, I assure you.
 
ive read that those who possess a sharpmaker use the 40 degree angle to touch up their blades quite nicely. i want to say they are around 22-23 degrees per side (from what others have commented)
 
Pleased to report that after playing with the knife for a couple of days, it is getting easier to open.

It feels like a magnet is holding the knife closed, but once it opens, it is smooth and quick!
 
I sharpen my edc XM-18 with dmt dia-folds since the Duratec 20CV is just too much for my sharpmaker.

Do you think Rick's new secret sauce is a magnetized detent ball in the lack bar? :D
 
I was thinking about the M390 knife I have and it seems not to be touched my my sharpmaker either. Good idea using the diamond stones. I need to get some of those
 
kadinh said:
I was thinking about the M390 knife I have and it seems not to be touched my my sharpmaker either. Good idea using the diamond stones. I need to get some of those
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For maintenance (no chunks missing or complete reprofiling needed), all you need is two dia-folds - the blue/red (coarse/fine) and the green/tan (x-fine/xx-fine) they're amazing.
 
QUESTION for those that have Gen 4 XM18s:

when you use the flipper to deploy the blade, do you need to use wrist action, or can you open it all the way just by flicking your finger?
 
Save yourself 9 min & 30 seconds of misery and pull the slider bar to that point. He addresses the stiffer detent and opens the knife for the first time in the video by using the flipper. :D :thumbup:

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thanks for the referrence

i subscribe to Neptune's channel. sometimes he tends to ramble, but has some good points.
 
After playing with it I can say that the newer detent is awesome. I do not know if wears in over time, but I can open the knife with ease now but the blade never opens on its own. Great improvement both for safety and NY knife laws!

I wish I could make the knife show this weekend to see all the offerings...
 
kadinh said:
i guess i need to work on my finger strength then....
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Actually, there is a technique to it, once I learned the technique (i.e., preloading your finger tension), you can flip any of the XMs, even the 3" XM-18 which is the most difficult. There is a good video about it on YouTube.

I can only imagine that the stronger detent makes it even easier to preload.

Regards,

Rich
 
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