What do you think about these two?

[Starfish]

Based on my last thread I've been looking at the various Queen knives, and have found two that look interesting to me. What do you think?

Queen Jigged Black Cherry Gunstock

and

Queen Smooth Black Cherry Country Cousin

Both feature D2 steel. The Gunstock is about $30, the Country Cousin about $18.

Thanks for your input,

Matthew

 

[Larry S.]

The Cousin gets my nod....simplicity rules!


Larry S.

 

[Starfish]

I should have said that this doesn't have to be an either/or choice - I'm perfectly open to getting both

I think though, instead of the Black Jigged Cherry Gunstock, I might be more partial to this .

Does anyone have the Country Cousin? I'm kind of curious as to what the blade length will be (closed length is about 3 5/8").

Thanks,

Matthew

 

[dullone]

Blade length on the CC is 2 7/8"OAL with a cutting edge length of 2 5/8". Makes a nice comfortable pocket carry EDC.
As with all my D2 Qs it takes a wicked edge. My Country Cousin exhibits excellent f&f, for an $18.00 knife it's outstanding. The best Queen value you'll find!

 

[tarsier]

If you are interested in the sodbuster pattern, there have been a few threads on that topic over the past year. Here is one that mentions the Queen that you've shown above, plus a few other brands that make sodbusters.

After you buy, let us know how you like your new knives.

 

[WrayH]

I feel sure that you will be pleased with either of the two Queen patterns. I have been pleasantly surprised with the Queen Gunstock that I got last month. Its D2 produced an excellent edge and is holding it well. Half stops and a strong back spring combine for crisp walk and talk and with quite good fit and finish I consider it a great value for its $30 price.

 

[rev_jch]

I just picked up some carved stag bone gunstocks from Bill at cumberland and I have to say I am quite satisfied!!!



http://www.cumberlandknifeworks.com/catalog.htm

 

[Starfish]

Thanks for the information! I did not realize that the Country Cousin was a standard pattern that could be found at the other manufacturers.

Here's another question: what is the "smooth black cherry" and "jigged black cherry" handle material? Is it a synthetic material? How does it compare to Cocobolo in terms of longevity and resistance to blemishes?

Thanks,

Matthew

 

[rev_jch]

Its synthetic, delrin I believe. Its tough for a using knife. Hmm... blemishes. Well the cocobolo is a SA hardwood that is kiln dried and pressured and then injected with resin. Its pretty tough stuff and retains its good looks for years. Much nicer as it is a natuaral wood. It would be my personal preference over the other materials.