Spyderco vs Benchmade?

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Which knife company makes a better folding knife? And that aside which one usually puts out a sharper knife?
 
The companies that use Rostafrei steel mon! They do the best job.
 
I think that a question like that is too general to get answered well. You need to mention your specific uses, desired blade length, budget, and whatever other preferences you may have.

Other than that your question is meaningless is terms of a recommendation.
 
+1 on spyderco not that I don't love my bencmades. My spydies are always wicked sharp and usually require no pivot point adjustments and seem to need less sharpening but that could be steel differences. I seem to pick my benchmades based more on looks and my spydies more for function. Can't go wrong with either.
 
singularity35 said:
I think that a question like that is too general to get answered well. You need to mention your specific uses, desired blade length, budget, and whatever other preferences you may have.

Other than that your question is meaningless is terms of a recommendation.
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Desired bladelength is about 3-4 inches budget can be up to $200 for a unbelievable knife but preferable around $100 to have some spare cash. A strong lock is a must, as is a knife that can take some shock, I plan simply carry it around for self defense and just cases that a sharp knife would be useful. It would help for it to be razor sharp too. I don't plan to screw up trying to sharpen a $200 knife.
 
Both companies do a lot of good stuff. For the most part their edges (from what I've heard) are good; I have had bad edges from Spyderco and heard about bad edges from BM. I don't think starting sharpness is a good comparison of quality, as you're going to lose it really fast. As a general rule of thumb, I prefer Spyderco's small folders (Cricket, Dragonfly, Kiwi, Kopa, FFG Delica, Sages, Caly) but BM's large ones (Skirmish, Rukus, Onslaught, Rift, 710)

Of course there are exceptions to both rules such as Benchmade's 530 and Spyderco's Mili.

EDIT: WRT your above post, just look for
-any knife (For SD only, you're not going to use it much. )
-plus some training.



Preferably in reverse order, so you know what you want before you buy it.

That said, the Spyderco Mili and Police as well as their dedicated SD offerings, are probably good choices. Don't know about BM so I can't say much.
 
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Spyderco vs Benchmade?
Which knife company makes a better folding knife? And that aside which one usually puts out a sharper knife?
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I'm not sure, let me just ponder that for a moment.;)
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sharpest knife without questions goes to Spyderco . ( all spyderco sharp )
benchmade has few good knifes but overall I would give it to spyderco.
 
Both. It boils down to style. Both companies have strong locks and sharp blades. There will be exceptions in the sharpness dept. Sometimes uneven bevels get through QC. You really should look into sharpening systems if you're going to invest in a high quality blade. Even a cheap blade needs a sharpening system. Good luck and keep us updated as to what you choose.

Personal favorites,
1. Benchmade 710
2. Spyderco Stretch
 
Both companies make good folding knives. They both make some knives that come extremely sharp out of the box and some that aren't quite so sharp. Both make either all or some of their knives with thumb holes in the blade. The best way to find out which is better for you is try a couple different models from each company and see what you like.

In keeping with BF tradition, buy at least one of each knife that's recommended. ;)

Then you'll know for sure.:D
 
I'd have to agree with Rocco, both make quality knives. My personal preference is with Spyderco, after owning and using several of both. I also enjoy Kershaw, ZT, Strider, & Sebenza!
 
Both of these companies make first class knives, so for many of us, there is no easy, simple choice. On lock strength, eg, I cannot see a Benchmade Axis lock or a Spyderco backlock failing under normal use. For quickness of opening and deployment, nothing beats an Axis in my view, but you might also want to look at waved knives from Spyderco or Emerson.

My own suggestion: it probably will come down to personal ergonomics, to what fits you the best. There are some great knives, by all objective standards, that just feel wrong in my hand. So if you can get to a good knife store, fingering the knives will help enormously.

Also, there is no one perfect knife; as most of us sadly know, there are always several.
 
NorCalMtn2 said:
I'm not sure, let me just ponder that for a moment.;)
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Both companies make awesome knives. You will get a quality knife no matter which you choose. I have had super sharp and borderline dull from both companies. Pick the one that you like the looks of the most and rest assured you will be getting a great knife. With that said, knives make terrible weapons. There is a high probability that if you pull a knife and are forced to use it that you will end up cut pretty good. If you don't believe me get out a sharpie and tell a friend to try and defend himself and not get marked and then go after him. Then look at where there are marks when you're done. Most likely you will both have quite a few marks. Running is a much better choice and a handgun is even better if running isn't an option.

As for knives, from Spyderco my favorites are Manix 2, Stretch 2, Caly 3, and the Gayle Bradley. Benchmade is the Rift, 710, Griptilian, Rukus, and Skirmish although the last 2 are discontinued and only available on secondary market. Also check out the higher end Kershaw and ZT. The Kersahw RAM is pretty awesome for $45.
 
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Anyone who tells you either one or the other, is a liar. :p They both put out phenomenal knives, but it's pretty much personal preference who is "the best".

In my limited experience, Spyderco has a ton of GREAT value in their inexpensive knives, as well as their high end models. I've never been too impressed with BM's low end models that I've held, but like I said I don't have a ton of experience in that regard.

Start getting around the $100 mark, and I don't think I could tell you one is truly better than another, other than personal fit/feel.

NorCalMtn2 i'm blanking on that model Spydie for some reason...?
 
I really like both companies about the same..... That being said.... I'm more likely to buy Spyderco blades these days because of Benchmade's decision not to sell to online retailers anymore..... that keeps the prices high... and I don't think that many of the Benchmade knives are worth the high price tag...
 
Mobile-eyez said:
I really like both companies about the same..... That being said.... I'm more likely to buy Spyderco blades these days because of Benchmade's decision not to sell to online retailers anymore..... that keeps the prices high... and I don't think that many of the Benchmade knives are worth the high price tag...
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That is an interesting bit of info.
 
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