What are the least popular Busses?

Just saw one of these on sale on another board. Why didn't I think of this one already. . .

Jackhammer!

To me, it just doesn't do anything well. Not a chopper. Not a prier. Not really a fighter, per se. It's in that noman's land between all styles of blades.
 
I don't know what the situation is now, but for years you couldn't sell a new, unused Tali-Whacker for more than original cost.
 
MikeH said:
I don't know what the situation is now, but for years you couldn't sell a new, unused Tali-Whacker for more than original cost.
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True, and yet I always thought that they looked very cool. I came very close to getting one more than a few times, but I haven't seen one on the X in forever.

Interestingly enough, I have an SHBM and one of the A2 Steel Hearts that I love--I will never get rid of them. But, I have also had thin and thick SHBAs and I never really grew to love them. The blade geometry was such that they were a real chore to use in the kitchen. Yet, a lot of folks love theirs. The SHBAs are somewhat substantial, felt awesome in hand, and probably would do well in a number of roles, but I have found that many of my customs to be simply much more versatile. I guess it just goes to show how much individual tastes can differ.
 
BigLebowski65 said:
I'm not sure why the SAR 5 is frowned upon.
This is the only SAR model I actually care for.
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The sentiment against the SAR5 may reflect Jerry's dislike of it. Apart from that, it is a pretty decent knife. And they were not expensive, as INFI goes; making them ripe for modding. Thin down the fat handle and you are good to go.
 
RedbeAR15 said:
Really? I always liked the AD
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Yeah. I'm not sure what that might be based on, but I've seen lot's of these things carried EDC and collected.:confused:
Not one of my favorites, but definitely not as high on my hate list as the SAR5.:barf:
 
The ad and batac are in no way unpopular, let along 'least popular'. They are two of the mainstays in popularity for midsized knives.
 
I like my Shiva Rex! I use it to carve pumpkins every year :D I should get a sheath for it so I don't have to transport it in the cardboard sleeve.
 
On the Sar 5, I don't see nothing wrong with the handle or the design, which I love it.
But I have to say for the money that paid I was expecting a perfect balance, like all the other Busse's that I own.
The handle on the SAR 5 is too damn heavy. Few laser holes on the handle will not heart nobody, and this should have been done on the first place!
Damn, I'm so angry about it.... that I will cut the book now:mad::D


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To me personally the models I already have are the least popular. Maybe that's why I always feel like I need all the other ones out there :eek: :foot: :D
 
I think the CG BATAC is just underrated. I think it can perform many task. If you have large hands, the handle is nice. It has a good belly for skinning and can go through ribs and pelvic bones easily without rolling the edge and is still sharp afterwards. Doing that job with other knives is where I always dull them. The BATAC can also be customized into many configurations. I think it's a good looking knife as well. They seem to sale quickly on the exchange.
 
Super X said:
I think the CG BATAC is just underrated. I think it can perform many task. If you have large hands, the handle is nice. It has a good belly for skinning and can go through ribs and pelvic bones easily without rolling the edge and is still sharp afterwards. Doing that job with other knives is where I always dull them. The BATAC can also be customized into many configurations. I think it's a good looking knife as well. They seem to sale quickly on the exchange.
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I love the overall shape, size and design of the BATAC except its just too thick for my preferance. It would be the perfect knife if the blade was thinner.
 
I love my BATAC LE. Thick is good when you have to break a bone while field dressing, or for kindling. The straight TAC handle lets you hang onto it way back too.
I wear mine in the small of my back where it's out of the way. Granted Brian @ Okuden upped the retaining pressure so it didn't pop out while running, but I dig it.
 
resinguy said:
The sentiment against the SAR5 may reflect Jerry's dislike of it.
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Thanks, Jerry, for talking down the value of the knife I already paid WAY too much for. Way to help a customer out.:p

Wonder if Mr. Toyota tells people how much he hates the Corolla?:)
 
jnphares said:
What about those tiny Bearcub HACKs?
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They would be more popular if some kydex sheath making Bear Cub-aholic from Arizona didn't own like 90% of 'em... ;)
So instead of being popular, they're just flat out elusive!

:D
 
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