I paid 42 and 32 respectively, for a 48SBC Whittler and an 89SW "Light Hunter." I got them through Empire Knife in Eria, PA, fast!
The fixed blade for 32 bucks is outstanding value for the money and the blade & handle ergonomics are quite pleasant. The quality of the sheath is pretty darn good for the type and has a large Queen logo stamped into the leather. I doubt that there is a knife sold anywhere that can match the value for dollar that this fixed blade exhibits.
The three bladed whittler is a good looking solidly built knife. I'll surely get several for nephew, father-in-law, father, etc., for Christmas.
Both knives were reasonably sharp out of the box.
I have to wait until next payday but I'll be getting a Large Stockman next and a 74SW fixed blade that looks a lot like the old Western small fixed blade that I have with a leather washer handle. Best thing about these small "Light Hunters," the 74SW and 89SW, is that they have a flat grind, something I like for utility.
My 89SW has a enough stiffness yet retains some flexibility. Can't believe it only costs 32 dollars, amazing!
Craig in TN
The fixed blade for 32 bucks is outstanding value for the money and the blade & handle ergonomics are quite pleasant. The quality of the sheath is pretty darn good for the type and has a large Queen logo stamped into the leather. I doubt that there is a knife sold anywhere that can match the value for dollar that this fixed blade exhibits.
The three bladed whittler is a good looking solidly built knife. I'll surely get several for nephew, father-in-law, father, etc., for Christmas.
Both knives were reasonably sharp out of the box.
I have to wait until next payday but I'll be getting a Large Stockman next and a 74SW fixed blade that looks a lot like the old Western small fixed blade that I have with a leather washer handle. Best thing about these small "Light Hunters," the 74SW and 89SW, is that they have a flat grind, something I like for utility.
My 89SW has a enough stiffness yet retains some flexibility. Can't believe it only costs 32 dollars, amazing!
Craig in TN
