Plain or serrated?

Kalsu

Kalsu

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I am looking at getting either a Manbug or a Dragonfly 2. I usually prefer the plain non serrated blade. On these smaller knives I find myself leaning towards the serrated blade.

What do you guys think? All my other knives have plain blades. It would live in my pocket and supplement my Paramilitary 2 or Sage 2 (or what ever else I may be carrying). Anyone have a preference?
 
I do agree with you about having serrated edges on smaller knives. A serrated edge gives you a longer actual cutting edge and since you're not gonna be slicing with that small knife, serrations will make a more powerful cutter.
 
singularity35 said:
I do agree with you about having serrated edges on smaller knives. A serrated edge gives you a longer actual cutting edge and since you're not gonna be slicing with that small knife, serrations will make a more powerful cutter.
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That was what I was thinking as well. I would have my larger knife (para, sage 2, Sebenza etc) for slicing.
 
two different ways to see it imho. first one is serrated give more cutting power to very small blades, second is with a blade that short there's not much room for slicing, i'd rather have it plain and polished for push cutting.
 
Try a serrated one. If you don't plan on doing any filéting or artistic woodwork with it, serrated works great.
 
I often carry a Dragonfly 2 Salt with a serrated edge. And it works quite well. I tend to use it a lot for cutting up fruit, breaking down cardboard boxes, etc. If I use serrated blades, I generally prefer them in the 3" or shorter range, with one exception, my Spyderhawk Salt. Both my Spyderhawk and Tasman are better at cutting those hard plastic straps than the Dragonfly, due to the inward curve of their blades. But a small serrated blade like the Dragonfly 2 packs a lot of cutting power in a non-threatening-looking package.

I often carry a CRK Umnumzaan, sometimes a Military or PM 2, all of which are plain. The D'fly makes a great backup blade.
Jim
 
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I think that I may have to find a serrated dragonfly. It seems to be calling to me.......
 
You could also check out a Byrd model like the Robin2, BY10. it is the less expensive version of the Dragonfly2. That way if you don't like it you are only $30 in.
 
I'd say go for a serrated dragonfly salt if you don't mind the yellow handles. I don't know how much truth is in this, but I've heard since h1 steel is work hardened it does great in serrated blade because the hardness of the edge supposedly increases dramatically over time. Even if it isn't "magical" with serrations you still have a rust free steel that you can use for any task and take with you anywhere without worrying about corrosion. IMO that's a really cool feature.
 
The serrated Manbug is really a nice little knife, I like mine a lot. The serrated full flat grind blade really cuts well.
 
singularity35 said:
I do agree with you about having serrated edges on smaller knives. A serrated edge gives you a longer actual cutting edge and since you're not gonna be slicing with that small knife, serrations will make a more powerful cutter.
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I am a comercial electricain and when I use a small blade knife I dont want the serrated edges because I cant strip the wire with it. I have to have a plain blade to do that.
 
richard thurman said:
I am a comercial electricain and when I use a small blade knife I dont want the serrated edges because I cant strip the wire with it. I have to have a plain blade to do that.
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I have tried stripping a wire with an SE knife. I just use one scallop nearest the tang.
 
I just ordered a dradonfly 2 with a serrated VG-10 blade and the black frg handle. If I dont like it I am sure my wife will carry it.
 
On the dragonfly, especially when paired with a larger plain edge folder, I much prefer the serrated edge. It just adds a little versatility to your each setup.
 
100% this thread's fault. kiddding, but it did get me thinking. I ended up picking up a 1st gen SE Endura yesterday. I know it isn't a small blade, but I can see where the SE would come in handy. When I got home I started looking for Paracord and straps to cut...... thanks a lot.:D
 
rnbtexas said:
100% this thread's fault. kiddding, but it did get me thinking. I ended up picking up a 1st gen SE Endura yesterday. I know it isn't a small blade, but I can see where the SE would come in handy. When I got home I started looking for Paracord and straps to cut...... thanks a lot.:D
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Anytime I am here to help :D. My serrated Dragonfly 2 should be here today. :thumbup:
 
Just got the Dragonfly 2 in the mail today. Pretty cool little knife actually. I think it will work out just fine for for me. You don't even know it is in your pocket because it is so light. I am glad I went with the serrated blade.

Now I am trying to decide ifI want to keep the clip on it or not. It will probably always be riding in my pocket so the clip isn't necessary for "retention" but I like what someone else said how they used it as a money clip. Time and trial will tell........
 
Kalsu said:
Just got the Dragonfly 2 in the mail today. Pretty cool little knife actually. I think it will work out just fine for for me. You don't even know it is in your pocket because it is so light. I am glad I went with the serrated blade.

Now I am trying to decide ifI want to keep the clip on it or not. It will probably always be riding in my pocket so the clip isn't necessary for "retention" but I like what someone else said how they used it as a money clip. Time and trial will tell........
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It works very nicely clipless with a little paracord lanyard for easily locating it in your pocket and extending your grip.
 
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