Strider Folders

I am going to the extreme here and say that the Strider at retail is not worth what you pay.

The ZT0300 series imo is a Strider perfected with better functionality, while I don't like that knife as an edc for myself after having both the SMF and AR it is better for less fit and finish wise with exactly the same materials.

Now if I were to spend 400 bucks on a folder it would be for a real custom from either Yuna or a really topnotch knife house like CRK.

I'll stick with a Spydie Mili in Ti for all the fun of saving 250 bucks for a knife that is just as good as any listed above.

If your looking to Trade a TOPS Tracker for a Strider that s gonna be tough, now if it were a Beck, get an AR MSC with a Nightmare grind on it, and pocket the rest.
 
RevDevil said:
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According to Peter, when he contacted Strider and explained the story, they were not interested in helping him at all. To me that speaks volumes about the character of the company itself and what they say they stand for. I'm fairly certain that many other companies would be willilng to atleast have a look at the knives and check teh HT and see if they were damaged to the point of not being repaired.
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Those knives were damaged beyond reasonable repair, and were going to be thrown out from DRMO. The fact that Peter took the time to get them repaired doesn't mean that extreme fire damage should be covered under warranty. The G10 scales were completely useless, and the blades had to be re-heat treated, with 2 of them still not able to be fully repaired. Being caught in a fire and destroyed isn't Strider's fault, and I can't blame them for not wanting to spend their money on knives which were technically thrown away.

It's no different than if your CRK, ZT, or any other cost-class knives were caught in a home fire, would you expect the makers to fix or replace them? I certainly wouldn't. If the makers decided to then kudos to them, but I can't see trying to pin this as bad customer service.
 
Strider also didn't want to start dealing with owners of those knives sending them in for future warranty work and getting upset when they find out it's not covered.
 
ok well now you guys are getting me interested in the ZT0300 series. are they going to be as sturdy and well made as a strider? also is the customer service and warranty as good as strider?
 
JxMAN25 said:
ok well now you guys are getting me interested in the ZT0300 series. are they going to be as sturdy and well made as a strider? also is the customer service and warranty as good as strider?
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I would venture to guess that the fit and finish of the ZT0300 series is BETTER than the Striders, and I'd bank that the customer service of ZT/Kershaw is much, much better than Strider.
 
Well, you guys were right. I did manage to find one at a reasonable price after all. Although it isn't exactly what I wanted at least now I can see what all the commotion's about.

I'll carry it a while and if I like it, I'll man up and buy a new one exactly the way I want it. If I don't, then I shouldn't have any trouble selling it again.
 
I have owned several however I am not the biggest Strider fan. I love the ergonomics and the S30V steel works very well. I really tried to love them. The biggest issue you have is a 50/50 chance on getting a good one. If for some reason you dont, sending it back to Strider can be a nightmare. Some people have good luck. I sent my last and final Strider back and forth several times, it got successively worse. They would "fix" my issue but create another.

IMHO for the money get something else. A Sebenza or something similar is a great benchmark and I think everyone should try one once. The ZT0551 will be available soon from dealers. Kershawguy has the ZT0301 that was designed by Strider. It is bulletproof and S30V. You absolutly cannot go wrong with this knife. I think it is the best bang for your buck in the knife world. Kershawguy is great to deal with as is Kershaw directly

If you are Fire/EMS, Law or Military you can direct order a XM18.

Zach
 
JxMAN25 said:
what do you mean? who is peter? and what did they not agree to help him with?
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Here's the thread peter r started on the subject: Click here.

Back to the topic:

I have a basic SnG with the tigerstripe blade and it's a pretty good folder, though I will mention it'll probably be my only Strider in my inventory. There are other brands, and some custom folders that appeal to me more than Strider Knives.

As far as Zero Tolerance goes, they make a very sturdy folders and their customer service is outstanding; I had a torsion bar break in a ZT0300 back in January, so I e-mailed them to see if they'd send a replacement part. Not only did ZT/Kershaw sent a new torsion bar, but they sent three of them at no charge.
 
Tripton said:
I would venture to guess that the fit and finish of the ZT0300 series is BETTER than the Striders, and I'd bank that the customer service of ZT/Kershaw is much, much better than Strider.
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Very true, just keep in mind that the ZT300 is a brick and the SnG is much lighter and cuts better too :)
 
A Strider knife is a no nonsense, as is knife. Other options are available as far as blade finish or handle shapes are concerned. The Strider folder design took the folding knife to new heights, imo. It's worth the price.
 
So-Lo said:
Very true, just keep in mind that the ZT300 is a brick and the SnG is much lighter and cuts better too :)
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+1. :foot: The ZT300 I'm not warming up to. It's fun to flip bu other then that you can't really compare it to a Strider. Would you compare a Strider to a Sebenza? A Buck TNT?

I have had several SMF's, and they all rocked. No issues with any of them. :thumbup:
 
BP Green said:
It's funny you mention that because I have been looking for an SNG myself. It's been a little frustrating. Brand new price is right around $400.00. But so far just about every one I've seen for sale used is asking exactly that or even more. I have yet to see one for a reasonably discounted price due to use.

I don't get it. Why would anyone pay full price or more for a used one when they can get a brand spanking new one for virtually the same price or less?

I'll probably buy new unless something comes up here fairly quickly.
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you might be looking at the CC or DGG variants, which have a contoured handle or a grippier handle texture, respectively, or you could have been looking at the SMF possibly.
 
Lapp_Dance said:
Those knives were damaged beyond reasonable repair, and were going to be thrown out from DRMO. The fact that Peter took the time to get them repaired doesn't mean that extreme fire damage should be covered under warranty. The G10 scales were completely useless, and the blades had to be re-heat treated, with 2 of them still not able to be fully repaired. Being caught in a fire and destroyed isn't Strider's fault, and I can't blame them for not wanting to spend their money on knives which were technically thrown away.

It's no different than if your CRK, ZT, or any other cost-class knives were caught in a home fire, would you expect the makers to fix or replace them? I certainly wouldn't. If the makers decided to then kudos to them, but I can't see trying to pin this as bad customer service.
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Hi Lapp,

I never said Strider should repair them free of charge under warranty, no questions asked, that is already starting to seem like an exaggeration to make your point.

I'm refering to their lack of interest in even wanting to look at these things. You have knives made by soldiers for soldiers and it sounds more like a marketing pitch than anything else. I have no dog in this fight, but it just would have been nice to hear that Strider stepped up and at least looked the knives over, nothing more. That was way too much for them I guess.

You really cannot cannot compare a $200 ZT knife to a $500 Strider knife though, althought I bet ZT would have been more helpful in such a case as evidenced by their customer service. You are kind of making this to be too black and white. YMMV.

Modoc ED said:
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=453852
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Yes, that is the one.
 
Wow! I've just waded through tons of posts and various threads regarding much of this stuff you guys are discussing. I feel like taking a shower. . .
 
A few years ago, I got into the knife scene. I work outside in very harsh conditions and need a good heavy duty folder.

I started off with walmart knives such as Kershaw and Buck. none of them lasted me. Around this time I started looking around the net and found Strider. I absolutely loved the styling of the knife and just the fact that it was totally overbuilt. However, during my research I came across a lot of negative stuff about Strider in general. I really didnt know any better but decided to go a different way. Got my first Spyderco and thought it was pretty good. Really wanted something better.

Then came the ZT's. I bought a 300 and then a 350. Soon as I got the 350 the 300 was sold. 350 was a great knife and built pretty well. Neither blade was centered and both had movement when locked. The 350 was my EDC and it never let me down. However, I still had the Strider bug and descided to give one a try anyways and make my own opinions.

Bought a SmF CC a few months ago and I will never carry anything but a Strider again. Fit and Finish was the best I ever had. Blew away the ZTs by a mile. Its the only knife I have never been afraid of breaking. Lockup is miles above anything else I have ever owned. Also didn't even know a knife could hold a edge like the SMF. I was sharpening other once a week. Havent touched this one yet and its used every day.

Now, about all the negative stuff I read on strider. I joined another forum where a lot of Strider guys hang out and they have never been anything but nice. Even spoke to Mick a few times and he is totally helpful. I have no problems with there customer service. I know they are a small shop that does a lot of work. So if I have to send it in for anything, (which I can do for the life of the knife) it might take a couple weeks to get it back. No biggie. Thats why I just bought a SnG to keep in the nightstand.

I really Cant see what else you could ask for in a knife. they are built like tanks, The guys that work the shop are friendly and helpful, and they will sharpen, fix, or replace they knife for the life of the knife.

So, maybe some dont like them for valid reasons, But I would say most are just like I used to be. Just going of someone else's word and not there own experiences.

Jeremy
 
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