Spyderco Military or BM RSK

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jarlaxle

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I'm debating between these two knives. Overall i think i like the blade shape of the RSK better, but i also want a knife that won't get gritty action when out in the field. Anyone have both? any suggestions?
 
My RSKs have had no trouble with gritty action in the field. Which is not to say they've never been gritty, but that it's generally resistant but easy to clean out when it does happen.

Phil
 
Both are very good designs, and you couldn't go wrong with either. I like the Military better, but you may like the RSK better.

The Military has G10 scales, nicely textured for positive grip. It is thinner in the pocket. It has another half inch of blade length, and a choil that allows you to choke up on the knife (the RSK handle shape does not allow you to choke up at all).

Both use the same steel with good heat treat, and have good blade geometry. If the edge thickness on my mini-RSK is any indication of what is on the regular RSK, it has a little better edge bevel geometry.
 
I haven't used an RSK, but my Military in CPM D2 has very nice ergonomics for me, with or without gloves, and the G-10 is very grippy. The edge geometry is .021"-.023" at the top of the bevel, and about 13.5 degrees per side. I have handled the regular Grips and don't find the handles nearly as comfortable as the Military, but the Axis lock is nice. I do have hands that are on the large side, so that may explain my like of the larger handled Military more in terms of ergomonics. I'm not sure what the blade geometry of the RSK is, but the Rukus I used had comparable geometry to the Military I have, so I wouldn't doubt the RSK would be comparable to the Military in terms of edge thickness and angle. Either way it is easy to change the angle and thin the blade if desired, as I have already thinned out my Military to a 9 degree per side edge with a 12 degree microbevel. I say handle them both and buy the one that fits you the best.

Mike
 
I think the military feels better in the hand, but thats just me. Also, jarlaxle are you still interested in the pacific salt for salt trade we have going over in the BST? I wasnt sure and I cant send you an email.
 
i like the blade shape of the rsk better as well and i love the axis lock but i hate plasticy handles

the military is bigger and with the same steel or you have options of bg-42 or cpmD2 but you are stuck with a spyderhole opening method and a linerlock

I probably wouldnt buy either because i dont like plastic handles spyderholes or linerlocks but this isnt my knife.

This really come down to your preferences:
Blade profile/length
plastic handles or g10 (cf limited edition)
axis lock or liner lock

just go with your prefernces and if you can hanle both then do it to get a feel for what fits your hand best. These are both proven performers that should not let you down.
 
jarlaxle said:
thanks for your help. no one happens to have a pic of them side by side do they?
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The Mili is a BG-42 CF.
I give the nod to the Ritter. It opens and closes more smoothly, is easy to open with either hand and -to me -feels better in the hand.

I don't have a problem with the feel of the Grip's Noryl GTX handles. Function is more important to me.
The scales are light, strong and grippy.

The Axis Lock is easy to clean out by washing followed by a blast of compressed air. A drop of Militec and you're good to go.
 
I much prefer the Military, but that's personal. The Griptilians are the nicest of the axis locks for a real working knife. I would think the axis lock is more subject to grit, but Doug Ritter knows enough about the outdoors that I trust his choice of mechanism. :)

I think you have to hold these two very different handle shapes to know which suits you best.
 
That funny you mention both...when camping/outdoors, both are my carry combo. I carry the RSK strong side and the Spyderco Military weakside. Just recently acquired the CPM D2, and really looking forward to getting this one out when I get home. I really like both for different chores. If I had to pick between the two (touch choice really), I would probably go with the Military...it just carries well for a large folder, excellent edge, enough belly and great point for fine work.

ROCK6
 
RSKs have been my outdoor knives for a couple of years now. They never give me a problem with dirty action. They've been hiking/camping in the mountains and underwater at the beach (Atlantic coast). No grit, no corrosion, no change in the action or lockup.

I don't carry linerlocks because I don't like them or the way they work, but that's a personal preference. I have no problem with a Spyderco linerlock's quality and if I wanted to carry one, they're one of the few companies I'd trust to do a linerlock right.
 
I have sold/traded or are about to sell/trade most of my non slipjoint folders, just carrying my Sebs and Strider SNG. I have decided to keep my Military and Ritter Grip. Both are my favorites of their respective brands, and I cannot see not using them. I have been alternating between my Military and SNG for the past few weeks, and the only complaint about my Military? That it is tip down carry, and that it is a liner lock rather than a frame lock. Other than that, it is great. As for the Ritter Grip, it is one of the few folders that I actually beat on. NO abuse, but I do almost hard use it, like my fixed blades.
 
Wow thanks to all for the input. I think i'm leaning toward the RSK, but i'm in no rush, so for now i'll wait until i can handle both.
 
scubasteve1942 said:
I think the military feels better in the hand, but thats just me. Also, jarlaxle are you still interested in the pacific salt for salt trade we have going over in the BST? I wasnt sure and I cant send you an email.
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Sorry scuba i totally forgot about that trade. I've still been looking for the pocket clip ( i know its around here somewhere). I forget is your pac salt black or yellow handled?

Email: Rootegia17@yahoo.com
 
Axis lock trumps all.

Axis = Cadillac
Liner Lock = PONTIAC (( NOT funny ))

Check out Youtube, there's a dude that buried his Axis lock knife, dug it up and flicked it open no problem. The lock will hold 1,000 lbs. of back pressure.......try that with a liner.
 
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