Traditional and Modern pairings

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I really enjoy browsing through this thread. Although I would never carry one I think a lot of the modern designs are quite innovative.

A wee question; aside from the fixed blades, why are modern folders always bigger than the traditionals?

Paul
 
pmew said:
I really enjoy browsing through this thread. Although I would never carry one I think a lot of the modern designs are quite innovative.

A wee question; aside from the fixed blades, why are modern folders always bigger than the traditionals?

Paul
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I think several factors are involved in the sizing Paul. Some of them sensible and relevant while I'm sure others are mall ninja hype and tacticool. I personally don't mind the larger overall size for some cutting chores and would prefer the ergonomics that aid use and retention most of the time. I know if I had to do a large volume of cardboard slicing (ignoring blade steel, edge retention, etc.) my first choice would be a small fixed blade (like my Phil Wilson) followed by a modern folder (preferable with a finger choil) then perhaps a 3.5" single bladed trapper or the like. I know that if all I had was the trapper, I could more than accomplish the same work, but how comfortable would it be to get it done (not to mention how much more tacticool I look using the monster folder :rolleyes::barf:) I carry both because I find they compliment each other very well. Should the need arise for me to clean my nails, pick a splinter or slice and apple, I am covered or should I need to pry up a floor board, I also have that trick in the back pocket! Call it crazy rationalization if you will, but if you have a chance to try it you might like the pairing.
 
Slender knives are very hard to open one handed, even with a thumbstud or spydie hole. There just isn't enough to hang on to. The depth from spine to edge in relation to a thin side to side is what keeps the knife from turning in your hand with a modern.
 
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xceptnl said:
I think several factors are involved in the sizing Paul. Some of them sensible and relevant while I'm sure others are mall ninja hype and tacticool. I personally don't mind the larger overall size for some cutting chores and would prefer the ergonomics that aid use and retention most of the time. I know if I had to do a large volume of cardboard slicing (ignoring blade steel, edge retention, etc.) my first choice would be a small fixed blade (like my Phil Wilson) followed by a modern folder (preferable with a finger choil) then perhaps a 3.5" single bladed trapper or the like. I know that if all I had was the trapper, I could more than accomplish the same work, but how comfortable would it be to get it done (not to mention how much more tacticool I look using the monster folder :rolleyes::barf:) I carry both because I find they compliment each other very well. Should the need arise for me to clean my nails, pick a splinter or slice and apple, I am covered or should I need to pry up a floor board, I also have that trick in the back pocket! Call it crazy rationalization if you will, but if you have a chance to try it you might like the pairing.
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Living in the UK, I couldn't carry them and keep it legal. Given my job, I couldn't really bend the rules with this one. But thanks for the explanation buddy, kind of makes sense I suppose, I use a fixed blade sometimes when I've hard work to be done on the croft, but I don't leave my property with it. (Special occasions - ie kilts - aside)

black mamba said:
Slender knives are very hard to open one handed, even with a thumbstud or spydie hole. There just isn't enough to hang on to. The depth from spine to edge in relation to a thin side to side is what keeps the knife from turning in your hand with a modern.
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I've never really needed a knife I can open with one hand, I've used my teeth a couple of times in the past but I can't say it's ever been something I personally have needed. If one hand opening is what you require, then I can see why you would maybe need it to be big and hefty after your explanation.

Thanks gents :)

buendia518 said:
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There's always one isn't there! Lol, great pic.
 
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