Spyderco Vs. Kershaw

I prefer spyderco, IMO they give you more bang for your buck, but some models of kershaw look really good but have their batman pocket clips >_<.
 
johnnycakes8787 said:
Ok my general idea is that people prefer spyderco! Now lets pair it up against Benchmade!
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Don't think you're gonna get any real useful info asking this question... people either seem to be in love with either for their own reasons. I think they're both fine companies and you couldn't go wrong with either. I am very picky about folding knives so both companies only offer a few knives I'd bother to purchase. And I generally won't waste my money on super expensive folders like CRK... Although I still want another Strider AR... but that's just becuase it looks cool. But if I got $350.00 to spend on a knife... I'm generally gonna buy a fixed blade rather than a two piece knife. I do not think the AR could out perform a Benchmade Rukus or Spyderco Manix... those are my two favorites by BM and SC.
 
All three company's have useful designs and all three have some pretty useless designs as well. Personally I like the Kershaw Double Cross and S30v Leek, Spyderco Endura and Caly III, Benchmade Osborne 940 and Mini Deja. Spyderco's seem to be getting the most pocket time these days though. I find them to be very durable, the Enduras are inexpensive and they take a good beating.
 
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As someone has previously said, what we prefer will likely not be what you prefer. You have your own hand, your own "uniqueness", and your own view on knives in general. Don't let what we say affect what you like and don't. If one person says that Assisted Openings suck, that person obviously doesn't like them. But that is just one that dislikes them to the probably hundreds in the world that don't mind them. Or don't let someone tell you that a Benchmade is better than a Spyderco because the design looks better, as that is only that persons opinion. Someone else could say the same thing in favor of the opposing knife.
 
When comparing Spyderco and Kershaw, let me preface this by saying that I like both companies and I have knives made by both. That said, I have more Spyderco knives than Kershaw knives. In terms of design+materials vs price, they come out ahead in my book. To me, Spyderco's designs are more varied and come from a philosophy of using the knife as apposed to Kershaw which seems to tilt ever so slightly on making a "cool" knife, not neccessarily a great knife to use. It is also interesting to note the number of Spyderco knives which have jimping and/or choils, both of which greatly improve the variety of grips which can be used.
 
samhain73 said:
Benchmade, Kershaw, Spyderco. Benchmade is 1st because of the overall picture, I love the axis, mostly straight forward designs, and the warranty is amazing. 2nd Kershaw, only because there is way too many recurves, and I really do not like recurves, and asst. opener do nothing for me either. But the warranty is also amazing. Spyderco I love they're lockbacks and ball locks, but the inability to warranty the knives if they are no longer produced is a killer for me. Understandable for a smaller company, but since I use my knives, it can be an issue. Spyderco is for me more of a boutique company, great to collect for the designs, but if you break it, you retire it. Kershaw and Benchmade you will get a new knife if you didn't pull a "Stamp or Noss" on them.
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johnnycakes8787 said:
I noticed that too when i was on there website! thats a little cheap of them!
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How very Brownshoe of you both.

I can find no where on their website that says discontinued models are no longer covered.

The fact you seem to think that a company should keep an infinite stock of discontinued knives is beyond absurd. Basically if it a fails from defect and they don't have the parts you get a new knife of equal value. Seems much better than "cheap" to me.

Frankly, if you want a certain model of anything from anyone, you had better buy them before they are discontinued and the stock dried up...otherwise eventually you won't get it repaired.

http://www.spyderco.com/edge-u-cation/index.php?item=10
 
THG said:
Don't worry; they've jumped on me like that too.
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I don't think that anyone was 'jumped on', THG. I only see some posts attempting to address some misconceptions.

I own mostly Spyderco knives and have started using and collecting Kershaws. I have found that I prefer Kershaws, as they are a blend of art and practicality, typified by knives such as the Lahar, Junk Yard Dog II and the Groove.

I guess that this thread has pushed me off the fence, firmly onto the Kershaw side, however, you will never hear me say anything bad about a Spyderco. :thumbup:
 
A.P.F. said:
I guess that this thread has pushed me off the fence, firmly onto the Kershaw side, however, you will never hear me say anything bad about a Spyderco. :thumbup:
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Works for me. I'm the opposite. I stay away from Kershaw only because I'm into the Spyderco and if I got into another quality brand like Kershaw, I'd have to sell the wife.

Sure somedays that sounds like a good plan, but all in all I'd like to keep her. :D
 
A.P.F. said:
I don't think that anyone was 'jumped on', THG. I only see some posts attempting to address some misconceptions.

I own mostly Spyderco knives and have started using and collecting Kershaws. I have found that I prefer Kershaws, as they are a blend of art and practicality, typified by knives such as the Lahar, Junk Yard Dog II and the Groove.

I guess that this thread has pushed me off the fence, firmly onto the Kershaw side, however, you will never hear me say anything bad about a Spyderco. :thumbup:
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Very good post APF:thumbup: Why can't everyone quit bashing companies other than those who they buy from??? If you have a problem with a manufacturer, or one of their knives in particular, then the solution is simple......DON'T BUY IT!!! Buy what you want, collect what you want, cut with what you want. It's like the great inquisition in this thread. Burn the heretics and get as many converts as possible!!!

I'm going to go peruse my Kershaw collection right now, which is in the drawer just above the Spyderco collection, which is in the drawer just above the Benchmade collection in the drawer above the SOG, CRKT, Mcusta, Buck, Case, Krein, K9, and Lone Wolf collection!!;) If you think I'm kidding, come on over and check out my knives. It's time to unbunch the panties around here.
 
I'm pretty much in the same position as my compatriot above. I have a few companies whose products I seem to be drawn to but if I see something I like enough, and can afford it, I'll buy it no matter who makes it.

Quality is quality. Performance is performance.

I do admit that Spyderco and Kershaw are my favorites though. They seem to be consistantly able to pry my money from my pockets.

Both companies are known for innovation, quality, service, and a good amount of value for the price.

They also both have representation in places like this forum where you can go to the horses mouth, so to speak, to get info, attempt to influence future models etc. All in all there is very much to like.

They are definitely the best companies by a longshot for us steel junkies. Joe
 
I like Spyderco and Kershaw both.

E.g. Mini Manix, Natives are great knives as well as Onion designs (Blur, Storm...). I love (and use) them all! :thumbup:

"Oranges and apples..." :D
 
SPXTrader said:
Until now, I have read this thread with great interest. Choices are a wonderful thing! But I can't let the following opinion go unchallenged:


David, you have made it quite obvious you have no desire for Kershaw knives, and that's fine. Everyone is entitled to their opinions.

However, regarding the blanket statement you made above not only shows your lack of knowledge of the construction, mechanics and laws regarding assisted opening knives, it also is completely inaccurate and misleading. There have been several cases involving assisted opening knives, and all were defended successfully. They are not trying to get around any laws. They are not autos. Period.

In another light, the pivot of any non-AO can be loosened to where they can be flicked open with merely the wrist, thereby falling under the category of gravity knives. Does this present an issue for knife manufacturers? No, just as AO's aren't illegal.....
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SPXTrader,

I do in fact like Kershaw knives. I just don't like them as much as the others. I simply don't like A/O knives. I don't like Benchmade's A/O models either. Spyderco doesn't have any yet. If they ever make them I will not like them either.

I realize they are "NOT" Autos. HOWEVER, most people, in court or otherwise will see an A/O knife as an auto and not see the need for it. That is all I am saying. On a side note....Kershaw does the best A/O on the planet.
 
I carry my Spydercos a lot more than I carry my S30V Blur, I only carry my Emersons more than my Spydecos, like today is the Mini Manix.
 
Currently I am buying more Kershaw than anything else. That does not mean that I will not carry or buy any Spyderco, Buck, Benchmade, Boker, etc etc. Current EDC is usually a combo of brands and changes as my needs do. Each brand has its' own unique merits. Variety and competition are good things. As many have already stated, we buy what we like and like what we buy.
 
All the other Kershaw guys seem to have chimed in, so, I though I would. I can't add anything that hasn't already been said. I can say congrats to everyone for keeping it civil.:thumbup:

OP, now that you know to buy what you like....what kind of sharpener are you going to buy. :eek:;):D
 
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