Titanium Benchmade CQC7 with Carbide

[The Toecutter]

Does anyone have knowledge of this knife? Is it very rare? Is the blade as strong as ats 34? It has a carbide cutting surface, can it be sharpened well or does Benchmade have to do it? Any info would be nice. Thanks

 

[HJK]

I have an old small one. I love it, but I've heard lots of criticism. I haven't had any problems with edge holding and touch ups using diamond, but I have used it rather sparingly because it is titanium after all. I haven't seen one for sale in at least 6 months and now I prefer talonite. I would look for a talonite or compare price to the new Busse infi folder when it comes out. personally, I love the knife, but if you intend to use it alot, it may not be the best choice.