Review Request: BM 806D2 & 710 Comparison

EasEWryder,

It has no negative structural impact on the knife. Sending it back with a detailed description, return postage, and a receipt is one good way of getting it fixed. Bad ways, that is, the ways you'll be tempted to try before sending it in and hoping Angie doesn't notice that you've disassembled your knive, would include trying to tighten and loosen the various torx-screws holding the slabs together and taking the whole thing apart, using epoxy, and hoping that you didn't use too much and can reassemble it before the epoxy hardens and interferes with operation.

Being a Tabasco/capsaicin addict in recovery, I must agree with you about the food of the gods comment in your signature line. Lovecraft's K'thulu gods, but gods nonetheless.

Rockspyder,

I was shocked to learn that you aren't me. How long has this not been going on?
 
Originally posted by thombrogan
Rockspyder,
I was shocked to learn that you aren't me. How long has this not been going on?
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:p :D

Edited to add:
Oops, I just realized, you probably don't know me by my other 'net identity. Outlaw_dogboy over on BMK's forums. Plus, I felt I needed to add that in my previous post, since the question was implied to be directed to you, as opposed to an open question. :)
 
Oh yeah! You had the screwy axis lock on your 710HS.

I knew what you meant with your disclaimer, but I was feeling goofy this morning.
 
Gadget Addict,

With the exception of its edge, my 806D2 was better out of the box than my 710HS. Both are extremely brilliant cutters, but the 806D2 had a better fit and finish and has less lateral play at similar pivot tensions.

The 710HS slices better, sharpens faster, and holds an edge longer than the 806D2, but the 806D2 holds its edge for a surprizingly long time, has a safer handle, and more solid.

If you have more free time than you dare admit, you can reprofile the 806D2 so that it will slice extremely well, but, in doing so, you'll find out what 'wear-resistance' really means. Blech! Still, I'm happier with the results each time I take it to the stone.

Pros of 710HS:
#Better edge holding and takes harder beating before edge is troubled
#Recurve slices aggressively and high-grind of blade is excellent
#Rides lower than 806D2 when clipped to pocket

Cons of 710HS:
#More lateral play in locked blade than 806D2 at similar tension
#Handle less amenable to piercing than 806D2
#Recurved blade may be difficult to sharpen with some benchstones

Pros of 806D2:
#Handle very favorable for piercing or other hard use
#Forward angle of blade makes for simulated recurve (good slicing)
#Large handle and oval opener allow for use with gloves

Cons of 806D2:
#Rides high in pocket when carried tip-up
#Large handle may make carrying uncomfortable
#Very thick blade may make slicing difficult
 
The 710and 806 both must be had period.
As for an all around fixed blade for around $100 and with strong construction and good blade steel check the SOG X42 field in BG-42 and the Al MAR SERE operator in S30V.
 
Hi Guys,

Well, I'm still all googly-eyed over my new 710HS...it is quite simply the most amazing folder I've owned to date.

I also own an original style AFCK in M2, which is a wonderful, incredible folder. "So, I probably don't "need" an 806D2"...I say to myself, knowing full well it will do no good whatsoever. I will own one in the very near future, I'm quite sure.

Jeff/1911.
 
I had an 806D2 and while i liked the knife, I liked the 710HS better because it felt more comfortable in my hand for the normal everyday things I typically do with a knife, conceding that the handle on the 710 is not as tactically oriented as others, but i do not carryit for that purpose. I have the Emersons for that.

I really like the M2 steel as it does tougher jobs without the edge whining as mich as others. I love the blade shape and it does lend itself well to slicing and other everyday folder chores.

I'll carry the 710HS on my weak side when I thnk I'm going to have to cut tough stuff, scrape gaskets, etcetera. The handle, bladeshape and steel really do it for me when I had to chose as between the two knives that are the subject of this thread.
 
I wonder if the people who say the 710's handle is not as tactically useful have ever tried a hard stab into stiff material with the 710. I have, and it works wonderfully. The shape of the handle lets your entire hand work well to prevent sliding up on the blade. The 800/806, however, relies primarily on the strength of one finger, be it your index or middle finger, to prevent your hand riding up on the blade. At least in my hands it does. I'm not knocking the 806. In fact, when I go to the woods (here I go saying it again), the 806D2 goes with me instead of the 710. Not sure why... but it does.
 
rockspyder,

Just my opinion: I have had the opposite experience with the 806D2/710HS.

I gave up my 710 and its wonderful blade just because I kept slipping forward on it (good thing never cut my finger) while doing mundane cutting (mostly cardboard/carpet).

With the 806D2, I have never slipped forward. Granted, I particularly dislike the butt of the handle and the blade rake, but it's been much more secure than the 710.

I usually keep a pretty strong 3/4/5 finger grip, and the forward guard isn't pushing into my index finger so much as preventing the whole hand from starting to slip. I think it has to do with the fact that after friction is broken, it's a lot harder to regain it.

Admittedly, for my favourite, the "kitchen knife" grip, the 710 is really more comfortable than the 806, and there's no fear of sliding forward while slicing and stabbing vicious, horrible tomatoes.

Just MHO. ;)

-j
 
Originally posted by Jeff/1911
You mean you guys actually cut stuff with your knives?!?

Jeff/1911.:p
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We're just not telling you about all the bad guys that we slice 'n dice.

;)

NOT!!!!

-j

PS: Strangely enough... I seem to have guns that I never shoot. :(
;)
 
I've been using an 806 for about ten months.
The best knife I've ever had.
Perfect.
 
Thanks for everyone's advice, you guys are great!!!!
I bought a Becker BK7, and as soon as I held it, decided to go bigger. I put it up on the trading forum to see if anyone wants to trade for BK9 or a Battle Rat (I'll throw in $).

Thanks again,
- gadgetaddict
 
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