stuck between a grip and a sage

I have carried a mini-grip in the past and now I'm carrying a Spyderco Paramilitary 2.

My opinion is that the Sage, especially Sage 1 or Sage 2, is a lot classier looking knife. I actually think the Sage integrates the Spyderco hole in the blade better than other knives do. There is nothing wrong with the mini-grip except that the molded grips make it look a little bit cheaper. I think the main thing to consider about the Sage is that it has a lot larger handle than the mini-grip, measured from top to bottom. Clip it in your pocket and you will have a harder time getting your hand into your pocket. I notice a big difference in that regards between my mini-grip and my Para 2. With the Para 2 clipped to my pocket it is very difficult for me to get my hand in my pocket.
 
How will you use the knife, and for what? Both will cut the heck out of just about anything. So I think it comes down to personal preference. Both are fantastic.
 
Both. Prefer Sage !, my main EDC. Best for the money....$30 dollars more=way better fit and finish. Better knife. I have both. The Sage kicked my mini-grip out!
 
I've not owned the Sage, but have had the mini-Grip. Honestly, I think it's a little overhyped. The grip is, well, great...but overall fit and finish are just "meh". Not a bad knife by any means, I just think there are better values for the money.
 
+1 for the Sage. I am a Benchmade/Spyderco guy in that order. But the sage is higher end spydie and the grip is mid range (on a good day) benchmade. If this was a Stryker/Sage post I might be torn. On this, my decision would be clear.
 
I vote sage.
-S30V>154CM
-Textured CF scale>FRN scales
-Awesome Choil>No choil
-Lowriding Wire Pocketclip>split arrow clip
-Full four finger grip>three fringer grip

People will say the axis lock is better than the liner lock, but that won't really matter unless you plan on battening wood with the knife. The springs in the axis lock are notorious for breaking, which means you have to send it back to BM to have it replaced(warranty voided if you take apart the knife).

Personally I prefer a liner/frame lock over an axis style lock anyway.
 
Cloak said:
I vote sage.
-S30V>154CM
-Textured CF scale>FRN scales
-Awesome Choil>No choil
-Lowriding Wire Pocketclip>split arrow clip
-Full four finger grip>three fringer grip

People will say the axis lock is better than the liner lock, but that won't really matter unless you plan on battening wood with the knife. The springs in the axis lock are notorious for breaking, which means you have to send it back to BM to have it replaced(warranty voided if you take apart the knife).

Personally I prefer a liner/frame lock over an axis style lock anyway.
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I agree with Cloak on this. I have both but I end up carrying the Sage 1 more often. Although I must say, the axis lock is very fun to play with. i say go with the Sage 1 because of the better materials and build of the quote just mentioned.
 
Get the Sage,I like the Mini-Grip also,but they are just two completely different styles ,I think the mini would stand a better match-up against the Chapparal
 
BITEME said:
Get the Sage,I like the Mini-Grip also,but they are just two completely different styles ,I think the mini would stand a better match-up against the Chapparal
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I'd have to politely disagree with this. I wouldn't do half the things with the Chap I had that I do with the mini. The Chap is a Gent's knife through and through with a super thin blade.
 
Jesse B. said:
Shape: Sage blade is the classic Spyderco wide leaf-shaped, FFG which makes it an effective slicer. Mini Grip comes in 3 standard blade shapes -- drop-point, tanto, and sheepsfoot. The Mini Grip is more compact. The Sage handle is longer than the Grip's and offers a 50/50 choil. The handles are about the same thickness but the Sage's are flat whereas the Grip's are rounded. There is also more texture and jimping on the Grip. Most people prefer the pocket clip on the Sage, which allows for deep carry.

Materials: S30V is a little better than 154cm, but not by light years. The Grip's handle is made from hollow plastic, which is consistently the biggest complaint about the knife. Although it actually functions quite well, to some it just "feels" cheap.

Personally, I prefer the mini Grip because of the slimmer shape, and the ergonomics are a little better in my small hands.
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Well written. +1
Sonny
 
Sage. The price to value for this knife in particular is probably the highest on the market. I have over 75 mid to high end knives from Spyderco, Benchmade, Chris Reeve, Zero Tolerance, etc.... and I keep coming back to the Sage 1 & 2. Just a perfect feel, fit, finish, durability and every other description you can think of. I have a few mini-grips myself, and I love them, but it's like comparing a Toyota to a Lexus; both are nice, reliable, and both are VERY effective, but the Lexus is just nicer all around.
 
You really need to handle both, at once, to make a good decision. Or...you can hope that you're lucky...
I don't like a FAT knife. For me, that often makes the difference. And some of these knives can run over 0.600" thick in the handle, which becomes cumbersome. As an example, Spyderco Paramilitary2, one of their most popular knives, is only 0.450" in the handle, even with a 3.3" blade-length.
It carries like a dream with the pocket-clip. I'm not pushing that knife for you; just making you aware of handle thickness concerns.
Sonny
 
I have the MiniGrip and a Sequel, a fancy version of the mini with aluminum handles. I also have a larger number of Spydercos, including the Chaparral and the Caly3 in ZDP.
If I have to do stuff out in the yard and need a knife, I reach for the minigrip. If I want a smaller knife, I have the Chaparral in my pocket. The Grip rides better in my pocket than larger knives, like the Caly3, and the Sage is even larger than the Caly3. I don't use the clip. If you have medium sized hands, the MiniGrip will work fine. I wouldn't choose on the basis of the steel - both are good.
Yesterday, the Chaparral was in my pocket. Today, it is the Sequel. When I have some work to do that requires a knife in the yard - it is the Minigrip.
I don't use my better knives to cut up cardboard - I have a boxcutter for that.
One question is blade size - the MiniGrip is about 2.9" and the Sage is 3". If you live in a place that mandates blades shorter than 3" - this could matter.
Both are good knives. The Sage is perhaps a bit classier, but the minigrip works very well. The axis lock is easy to open and close with one hand, and the blade is pretty well centered on the mini. Plastic handles may not be as pretty as CF, but the grip handle is functional and feels solid.
The Sage costs a bit more, but you pay your money and take what you want.
 
JDunn709 said:
..Can't get past the plastic handles.
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I did! :D

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Just my opinion, but for a user I would stick with 154CM. I find it much more "forgiving" if you are not an experienced sharpener. 154CM takes a great edge fast.
 
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