SOG S1 Bowie.

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I need your advice and experience.

I am considering purchasing a SOG S1 bowie, however the blade seems to be very thick. Does anybody have any comments on the blade thickness and anything in general. Do you like the knife? Why? How practical is it? What's your experience? etc...

I plan on using it for general outdoor use which includes everything from meal prep to field dressing large game.

It certainly may be a bit of overkill but I must admit I am fond of it's looks and pedigree.

Cheers and thanks.
 
I have the "stainless version" of the SOG Bowie (the Trident), and yes, the blade IS thick, but it DOES cut very well. Although it might not be much good at THIN-slicing a ripe tomato, the balance and great feel of this knife "makes up" for the thick blade. It is a very stout knife, and the Trident is my favorite fixed-blade.
 
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[SOG S1 bowie]

I plan on using it for general outdoor use which includes everything from meal prep to field dressing large game.
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You would get better performance in general for that type of use with a full flat grind on a thinner blade such as the Camp Tramp from Swamp Rat knife works, than a sabre hollow ground blade on thicker stock. The price on the S1 is relatively really high as well, based on a quick check, ~twice the cost of the Camp Tramp which is also differnetially tempered to increase the gross blade durability and provide greater edge holding.

For general utility work the tip design on the Camp Tramp is vastly more robust, without taking a serious hit in regards to penetration due to the military tip. The grip is also vastly more ergonomic and secure. The dual guard on the S1 also limits grip versatility, and some types of cutting as it forces the blade off the material.

The S1 does look at lot "snazzier" though and fits a very classic pattern, the Camp Tramp has a very drab appearance, and it gets really bad after you use it and the coating wears a little so you get a "patchy" appearance, but it is all about performance.

Camillus also has some nice blades of that style which are very solid performers for the type of work you describe, the CU7 and CU9 and the Magnum Camp . I find the handles a little slick on them, but you can tape wrap them to solve that problem easily.

-Cliff
 
sepcat,

The much smaller, lighter, thinner SOG Field Pup might be a "better choice" for "general outdoor use" or as a "camp knife". However, the SOG Bowie would STILL be a nice knife to have "just in-case".
 
I've always wondered what makes this knife so expensive, other than the "classic" design and history of the originals. Especially when I can't count on both hands the knives I could name that I consider to be more desireable than this knife. Many of them for less money.YMMV

John in Boise
 
if you're still going to buy the knife, you can get it brand new at "the knifestore," one of ebay's "permanent" stores, for 175USD. Just a tip.

-Larry

PS Just don't buy it at the Paragon in NYC
 
The model is grossly overpriced in my opinion.., and yes.., the blade is thick.., and the profile not well planned IMO. For what you mentioned a flat ground beater will serve you much better .., and cost less...


"Hunters seek what they [WANT].., Seekers hunt what they [NEED]"
 
Originally posted by larrytwohig
if you're still going to buy the knife, you can get it brand new at "the knifestore," one of ebay's "permanent" stores, for 175USD. Just a tip.

-Larry

PS Just don't buy it at the Paragon in NYC
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Paragon has the most ridiculous knife prices that I've seen. And the last time I went there, I knew more about the knives they had on display than their sales people did. I think they had a KA-BAR USMC(1217) going for $60...might have been more!
 
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