stedemon knives,pros and cons???

[lonestar1979]

I have seen these online and like couple designs,any experiences,I know they're made in China but they're original design and seem good quality.how are the ergos,heat treat,lockup etc?

 

[RadialBladeworks]

Well I really like my ZKC D01 and C01. The budget flippers. I haven't tried to disassemble the D01 yet, but permanent loctite was used on the C01 pivot which I hate because there is grit in the damn bearings and I can't do anything about it.

Otherwise I love those knives and really want to make some purchases from Stedemon and Maxace (who I believe are they same company, but I could be misinformed). The only thing that stopped me was the CBSA banned flippers from import into Canada. Otherwise I'd definitely jump on some of those high end models!

Steel used in the budget models is 440C and it's treated me well. Had no issues there. Ergos on my two models were excellent. Lockups were nice and early without being dangerous

 

[Comeuppance]

Excellent all around, in my experience. I have two Stedemon ZKC knives (Shy 2017 and D01, both 440C) and a Stedemon Shy in S35VN. My only issue thus far? I can't seem to find a way to get them serviced. I sent a message to Stedemon's facebook, which is the only official site of theirs that I could find, and they have not responded in over a week's time. There very well just may not be any warranty service whatsoever.

 

[jbmonkey]

i have two of their flippers. dont remember the model numbers. both are jade g10 which was why i bought them. ones kinda weird drop point other kinda a kwaiken/tanto sort of. they are okay, not great not bad. dont think ill buy anymore.