Recon1 vs lawman

[plustroy]

I am currently looking at getting one of these two knives. besides that I can get the reacon1 in a tanto blade is there any true difference between these two that stands out to anyone that may sway someone's purchase? Are there any differences in role these knives serve?

 

[neuron]

Here's something I posted in response to a similar question a few days ago:

I've owned both. I ended up selling the Recon but keeping the Lawman. Both are very well built, but the balance of the Recon 1 seems off -- specifically, too blade-heavy -- due to the combination of a large blade and linerless G-10 handles.* The Lawman is linerless, too, but the balance seems significantly better due to the shorter blade. I also strongly prefer the handle of the Lawman, which, unlike the Recon's, allows for both a choke-up (index finger in the finger choil) and regular grip. So my vote definitely goes to the Lawman.

*This applies to the newer Tri-Ad version of the Recon. The older Ultra Lock version did have liners and seemed much better balanced as a result.

 

[jbmonkey]

Biggest differences to me are the Blade size and shapes, and handle designs. I like the recon 1 clip point style. One of my favorite beater knives. Id like the lawman more if it was a little bit longer, as I prefer its handle shape and feel to it. I don't notice the recons 1s balance being off like the last poster does. Things like that are very personal issues though. I only own the tri-ad version.

I am not a huge fan of the tanto recon though. So if its tanto recon vs. Lawman......I vote lawman.

 

[RUNIT]

I sure hope this is not bad form but I have a Recon 1 Tanto for sale. It is the older model with liners and one hand operation. Feel free to make offer and trades options are in the post.

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Jeff