suggestions for assisted action knife...

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BrianR.

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Hi,

I've read about assisted action knives (don't own one and haven't used one) and was looking for some suggestions as to which are the best out there. I looked into the Flash by SOG and was all set to buy one but then read (here on BF) that some folks felt it had a cheap feel and was sort of flimsy. I'm only looking for assisted action knives (not automatics because they're illegal where I live).

Thanks in Advance!

Brian
 
Brian,
Check out Camillus's forum for their two new offerings.
The Aftermath and the Dominator.I tell you they are far from flimsy.
Good Collecting !
JOCKO
 
The sog ones tend to be slow. If I were you I eould look at the Kershaw versions. Ive owned a few diiferent ones, the avalanche, the whirlwind, the leek, raibow leek, scallion, chive, they are all quite fast! very reliable. Ive used the avalanche constantly for almost three years!!!
 
JOCKO,

Are the Aftermath and the Dominator currently for sale and if so, how much do they cost?

Brian
 
JOCKO,

I just saw a picture and description of the Camillus Dominator over on the Camillus forum. You're right, it seems VERY sturdy.

Thanks for the suggestion!

Brian
 
Can't beat the Kershaw line of assisted openers. IMHO there is nothing short of a switchblade that is faster. I have carried other Kershaws for years and have no complaints.
 
Moving to General Knife Discussion Forum.
 
Brian, I have had total satisfaction with my SOG flash II. I have never used the other brands of knives listed already but most of the comments I have read that were negative were about the flash I. Mine locks up tight and is not flimsy at all. The low carry clip is very comfortable for a large knife and can be switched for left hand carry. AUS 8 steel has held up well and I have used this knife for almost a year fairly hard and it has held up well. As far as speed goes, this one is plenty fast for me. Just another perspective.Best of luck in whatever you choose.
 
Brian,

I own several Kershaw's and they are all fine assisted opening knives. The newer "Flipper" models are fun, but for a solid user, I prefer the Random Task. Try to find an older model with the beveled thumbstud - opens effortlessly!

Ken
 
I'll also suggest the Kershaw Boa...They are pretty impressive.

However, it might not be a bad idea to stock-up on a few Bandaids tho, 'cause if you are anything like me, the first couple times that you flick one of these open, your thumb might want to "follow the blade" as it opens, sliding across a very sharp edge.
 
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