Spec Bump v. 806D2

fishface5

fishface5

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I own an 806D2 and I love it . . . almost. I find my self unfaithfully sneeking peeks at other tactical folders, just not able to feel 100% committed. I can't seem to forget that there are other knives in the sea, and just maybe one that could be even better for me than my lovely 806D2? Specifically, Angelina Jolie. Wait, no, what I really meant was: can someone familiar with the Kershaw Spec Bump and the 806D2 compare their relative merits for SD, handle comfort and ergonomics, and utility use? Tx - FF5
 
I wonder whether the 806 is more reliable for presentation under stress - it's tip-up so it is easy to grab and do an inertial opening with gross motor movenents. How easy is it to yank the SB out of the pocket and get it open under stress?
 
fishface5 said:
How easy is it to yank the SB out of the pocket and get it open under stress?
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Well, that´s the SB´s only weak point. It´s not easy to pull it out of the pocket as the clip is very strong.
 
sigh. Thanks, but I OWN the 806. I'm just wonsdering if there's anyone on this board who owns both and can compare the two? I haven't found a SB for sale in a shop to check out, is why I ask. Thanks!
 
I own both knives. Like Garth wrote, "Spec Bump´s ergonomics are way better". Comparing the handles is like comparing a 2x4 to a hammer handle. The Spec Bump is much more comfortable.

The blade shape of the Bump is different. I did not like it at first. After using the frame lock Bump over the last year I came to appreciate the blade shape. Its shape enables the knife to do many things well. The tip is fine for doing detailed work. The forward part of the blade is flat which facilitates slicing on a cutting board. The recurve works great for heavy cutting.

As far as self defense, I prefer a 10mm. ;) Seriously, a folding knife is very far down the list for self defense.
 
Chuck Bybee said:
I own both knives. Like Garth wrote, "Spec Bump´s ergonomics are way better". Comparing the handles is like comparing a 2x4 to a hammer handle. The Spec Bump is much more comfortable.

The blade shape of the Bump is different. I did not like it at first. After using the frame lock Bump over the last year I came to appreciate the blade shape. Its shape enables the knife to do many things well. The tip is fine for doing detailed work. The forward part of the blade is flat which facilitates slicing on a cutting board. The recurve works great for heavy cutting.

As far as self defense, I prefer a 10mm. ;) Seriously, a folding knife is very far down the list for self defense.
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Agree 100% - I found blade very usefull also. AFter I analize it's shape I found out thet it is thought throw very well. My initial consern was that it will be hard to sharpen but I did it without and problem on flat stones and leather "stones" - just fine and CPM 154 got great edge:

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Thanks, Vassili.

P.S. For self defence you need handgun. To understan the poin imagine youself against someone like heavy weight World Champion in boxing and you armed with folder and then imagine youself in same situation with HK 45. You see what if for defence and what is for defence illusion (which is worse then unarmed).
 
More powerful than a speeding locamotive, able to scare boxers with a single glance...Spyderco Military ;)
 
If you are planning on getting one, get the 806d2, it is discontinued so you wont have another chance to get one.
 
thanks for the information! Although I am aware of the superiority of firearms for a self-defense situation, I'm not in a position to carry one on a regular basis. I guess whn it comes down to it either knife would serve the purpose. I'm just a bit concerned about the ability to present the SB rapidly, which to me is the most important part of an SD blade - getting it into action quickly. I love slippies but they don't fit that bill. Anyone else with thoughts on this?
 
SD is last reason (if any) why I am carry SB or any other knife. However, my life is not in danger on regular bases and never was...

Thanks, Vassili.
 
Sorry to open such an old topi, but I recently bought a spec bump and is it normal that it has no safety or half-safety when closed?
 
BaliJeff. said:
Sorry to open such an old topi, but I recently bought a spec bump and is it normal that it has no safety or half-safety when closed?
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It is on the side, near blade axis - small scrue you may move forward-backward.

Thanks, Vassili.
 
what would be really useful is if people would take a moment to explain the basis for their opinions - thanks!
 
Mine was kinda self-explanatory. :) I do know that it pokes holes in cranberry sauce cans very well. I just stabbed a can about 5 times so the cranberry sauce would slide out. :)
I like the 806D2 because of the opening oval. I carry mostly Spyderco's(I have a mini-AFCK also, but mostly Spyderco's), so I am use to the hole. I had a 940, but I kept missing the studs when I went to open it. I really like the 940, and I carried it for a year or so, but then I gave it to an excellent friend of mine. Then I was carrying a 705D2(I picked it up on the Trade forums, the handles had been replaced with oak. It looked nice. I really liked the wood handles), once again the studs slowed me down, but the D2 was great. It cut like crazy. It was sharp when I got it, but I was able to bring it to a razor edge with my Spyderco Ultrafine flat stone. Super sharp. It was nice, but I sold it. A little small for me, and opening studs.
Then the 806D2 popped up on the trade forums, so I was able to snag it. Tip up, tip down, right or left side carry, opening oval, G10, dual liners, laynard hole, feels good in my hand, and fits in my pocket well(I carry 2 knives in my RR pocket). Plenty of blade, proven design, made my Benchmade. What's not to like?? I'm happy with it, and since it has been DC, I am glad I was able to get one. :)



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