Ritter Grip - Mini Rukus

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Im looking at a full size Ritter Grip vs. a Mini-Rukus (both s30v and both axis)
is the minirukus worth twice as much money?

which of these knives has a more usable handle



rittergrip is named for the grip

the minirukus looks like it has a very secure comfortable grip

i like the idea of a light knife (rittergrip) but will the light handle affect the heavy cutting chores?

anyone actually carry these knives in the outdoors, what are the pros and cons of these two choices
 
You might find some good information if you search for the knives in the reviews and testing section

I can't help you with the Rukus, but you'll hear some complaints about the Grip and the handle feeling cheap, but I've been EDCing one for not too long now and it's holding up very well

I don't know how I'd feel about the Grip though for heavy cutting chores, if you plan on using it for heavy cutting in the outdoors, you might want to go with something stronger

For all I know, the Grip could hold up, but there's that psychological factor too, and you need to be able to trust that your knife can handle what you need it to

Grip Pros: light
axis lock
cheap (compared to rukus)

Cons: grip might not hold up for regular heavy cutting outdoors
 
Both are excellent knives. I have and use both.

I prefer the Ritter Grip as an EDC, because I like to carry IWB, and the Mini-Rukus is just too thick for that.

I've had no problems with the Grip handle - it's very tough, and is pretty comfortable. I prefer it to a handle like on the 710 - flat handles just don't work for me.

If I carried in my pocket, I would go for the Mini-Rukus. Overall, it's more comfortable. Just make sure those finger grooves fit your hand!

Cheers!
 
Once and for all. The Ritter Grip will stand up to heavy cutting chores. The handles on the Griptilians are lightweight, yes, but not cheap. Being lightweight does not affect their durability. Grips are meant to be used and have been tested extensively. I own three, plus the full size Ritter. Trust me, they will take whatever you can throw at them. That being said, the mini-Rukus is a great looking knife. If I could afford one I'd buy it. You just have to really sit down and think what you need. All I can say is three seasons in the Canadian bush with me and my Grip is still going strong. 'Nuff said.
 
I've carried a Ritter Grip and several mini-Grips hiking and camping and have absolutely no complaints about the handle or blade performance under use. My only issue is with the length of the handle on the minis. I'd give it another 1/4" of finger space somehow for it to be a perfect feel for me, but under usage I've never had a control or grip problem with the handle as it is.

I will add that I've used zytel / FRN / Noryl GTX since the early 90's on knife handles and it's never failed to do anything that I asked of it. I've never had one of these handles fail, even the unlined ones. This stuff is rugged. I've even dropped my Spyderco Delica 4 onto the concrete warehouse floor from 10+ feet in the air with no visible damage to the scales or the knife. It's not affected by temperature the way metal handles are, it doesn't corrode / tarnish / scratch / ding the way metal or wood will do, and it's lightweight. Add a couple of metal liners (full or partial) for rigidity and for an anchor point for screws, and it's a nearly perfect material for user / EDC handles... not much "show" but a whole lotta "go"!
 
jbp7hl said:
Where Do You Get A Ritter Grip? Anywhere Other Than Aeromedix?
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I got both the full size and the mini from Aeromedix. They are the only Grips I've gotten that I would consider "perfect" OOB. My Cabelas and my regular mini-Grips all had blade centering issues that had to be "addressed" by the W&R Dept.

Now, W&R did a fine job. They all came back 100% perfect... but the Ritters came that way, both of them.
 
Where are you looking that the mini-Rukus is twice as much as the Ritter? I routinely see the mini-Rukus for around $150 US, while the Ritter hovers around $115. To me that is certainly a close enough margin to warrant the mini-Rukus. With no ill regard towards the Ritter, it is simply one of the 3 toughest knives (in that size class) that I have ever handled. The others being the Emerson CQC-7 and the Benchmade 520.

Bottom line? If you are crossing over the $100 line, get the mini-Rukus.
 
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