Question about IRJ's

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idahoguy

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IRJ's have been made for several years in different steels. My question is... is there a consistent number that can be put on the pull weight? I really want one of the new ones, just for the steel, but don't want a nail breaker.
 
I have the 2014 IRJ in front of me as I write and after checking the pull I'd say it's a 5-6 on a scale of 1-10. I have not heard of a IRJ being considered a nail breaker. Maybe someone with more info will chime in but this 2014 model has a moderate pull and I like it very much.
 
The one I used to have wasn't a nail breaker either. My Forest Jack now, that's a different story...
 
I have a 2015 in CPM154. It's easily an 8. Just as strong as any knife I have, including the Sheffield England ones.
Opening the IRJ is a two step process for me. Nail on the long pull to the half stop ... pinch with fingers and continue to open.
I have chipped a honking thumb nail a time or two but not lately. I've gotten used to it and really like the IRJ :)
 
There is not good consistency on the pulls. We had at least one year that they were really low. I pointed it out and the next year they were very high. we are shooting for the middle.
 
okbohn said:
There is not good consistency on the pulls. We had at least one year that they were really low. I pointed it out and the next year they were very high. we are shooting for the middle.
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Here's to hoping for the upcoming run Derrick. Glad you've stuck it out with this iconic post modern design~
 
Sounds like I gotta have one then. The IRJ is the right size, single blade, and a high end steel that I don't have. Just can'y\t have a nail breaker. Thanks for the help guys. Stan.
 
okbohn said:
Just wait. The next one will be amazing.
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Oooohh. I might have to get another.

My 2014 IRJ is probably a 7-8, but it has mammoth Ivory and I won't ever be able to switch it out without regret. I use it a lot, but the pull is harder than I like.

Your Northwoods are really fantastic lately, by the way. I have been following the #44 and can't wait for a Green Camel Bone!
 
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