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A step-up over the Military:
(1) Benchmade 710-3 (CPM-M4) - I've always preferred the ergonomics, lock, and blade design of the 710 over the military/PM2. The 710 sports a thinner, more pocket friendly profile, and fits better in my hand. The lock strength and deployment speed far exceeds the military and has proven marginally more reliable than the PM 2. The stout tip increases tip strength and the slight recurve causes it to slice a tad better. The only advantage a military/PM2 has over this knife is the forward choil.
(2) Spyderco Stretch - The stretch is tied with the Sebenza for the most ergonomic knife I own. The blade to handle ratio, weight, and cutting performance of this knife is outstanding. It's probably the best performing knife in my collection. Sal put his heart and soul into this knife, and it shows. The Stretch is easily the best Spyderco, beating out even the PM2 and Military. The lock arrives stiff but gradually smooths out with use.
(3) CRK Sebenza 21 - Much more expensive, but the once and future king of large folders. I suggest picking up a CF version. You'll have a knife that is lighter, smoother, and stronger than the military. It'll hold its value and give you a solid benchmark to compare other folders to. The simplicity of this design, unearthly tolerances [this is something that a person must see and feel, and compare to other knives to fully appreciate, and sleek profile make this knife magical.
(4) Strider SNG - Although not as strong a choice as the CRK 21, a Strider SNG in Z-Wear represents a step up in terms of sheer durability, lock strength, and construction. Personally, I've never preferred SNGs due to their price [could get a Sebenza for same value], the reputation of Strider's owner, and somewhat clunky feel in the pocket/hand.
(5) ZT 560 CF/SV110 - A flipper deployment system sporting a Ti-frame lock, monster steel cutting edge, and carbon fiber scale? I don't have one, but it's one of the best performing combos out there. I'd take it over a Hinderer. The 560 has great ergos.
(1) Benchmade 710-3 (CPM-M4) - I've always preferred the ergonomics, lock, and blade design of the 710 over the military/PM2. The 710 sports a thinner, more pocket friendly profile, and fits better in my hand. The lock strength and deployment speed far exceeds the military and has proven marginally more reliable than the PM 2. The stout tip increases tip strength and the slight recurve causes it to slice a tad better. The only advantage a military/PM2 has over this knife is the forward choil.
(2) Spyderco Stretch - The stretch is tied with the Sebenza for the most ergonomic knife I own. The blade to handle ratio, weight, and cutting performance of this knife is outstanding. It's probably the best performing knife in my collection. Sal put his heart and soul into this knife, and it shows. The Stretch is easily the best Spyderco, beating out even the PM2 and Military. The lock arrives stiff but gradually smooths out with use.
(3) CRK Sebenza 21 - Much more expensive, but the once and future king of large folders. I suggest picking up a CF version. You'll have a knife that is lighter, smoother, and stronger than the military. It'll hold its value and give you a solid benchmark to compare other folders to. The simplicity of this design, unearthly tolerances [this is something that a person must see and feel, and compare to other knives to fully appreciate, and sleek profile make this knife magical.
(4) Strider SNG - Although not as strong a choice as the CRK 21, a Strider SNG in Z-Wear represents a step up in terms of sheer durability, lock strength, and construction. Personally, I've never preferred SNGs due to their price [could get a Sebenza for same value], the reputation of Strider's owner, and somewhat clunky feel in the pocket/hand.
(5) ZT 560 CF/SV110 - A flipper deployment system sporting a Ti-frame lock, monster steel cutting edge, and carbon fiber scale? I don't have one, but it's one of the best performing combos out there. I'd take it over a Hinderer. The 560 has great ergos.
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