What is it about the Chinook?

BOK

BOK

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I hear a lot of talk about this knife here on the forums. I've never handled one myself...only seen it in pics...

Can someone tell me why they personally like their Chinook so much?

Is it because of the handle ergo or comfortable gripping positions like the AFCK?? or is it because of it's solid, chunky feel like the SOG Tomcat?

It doesn't look like anything special to me but as I said I've not handled one before...
 
Picture this...

Steroids without the shriveled peepee or death :D
 
BOK,

You really need to handle one to appreciate it. In my opinion, it is an absolute work of art. Strong, precise and beautiful. As I mentioned in another thread recently, I was amazed at the quality, and fit & finish of this model when I acquired one.

Jeff/1911.
 
handled instore, couple times...

I was looking at this one when it came out, and again this spring...

bank-vault like lock, sounds like a 12gauge chambering a shell(sh(opening, sliding against scales) unk(locking)... so shunk!)

on top of that you have(or at least HAD) the heaviest Spyderco out there(not sure if the lil temp beats it or not)

torx pivot, easily adjustable...

and it's solid...


however, I bought my millie this summer, and waiting for a job to buy the liil temp rhino... I'd rather run around with a 3" with that blade design than whip out a 3.75", you know them sheeple would run at that.
 
I've recently aquired a Chinook, and I'll tell you that the only thing I thought after I opened it for the first time was "Bull Moose." Shortly after that it was the thought that if I couldn't do it with this knife along, I'm screwed, and I don't understand why you would want to try and file down the spine (some people do this to perform back cuts, and to make a more acceptable tip for fine cuts). Definitely a lot of belly, and certainly it fits in my hands well. I know that non-knife people would immediately question my sanity and the legality of carrying this knife if they saw it, but they don't. Thus, everyone's happy. Of course, these are the same people who will tell me that my Buck 110 is a nice looking knife (and not a hint of fear). Go figure? :rolleyes:
 
This sounds a little strange but I was actually hoping to hear someone say something that they dislike about it. In my short time on BFC I have not heard anyone ever say anything to disrespect this knife.

I've heard of people not liking the AFCK and the Sebenza for some reason or another but I can't recall of anyone not liking the Chinook.

I'll see for myself soon I guess when Steve shows me his:)
 
Originally posted by BOK

I've heard of people not liking the AFCK and the Sebenza for some reason or another but I can't recall of anyone not liking the Chinook.

I'll see for myself soon I guess when Steve shows me his:)
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For some strange reason, I wanted this knife from the time I saw it in the book. After Steve showed me his, I wanted it even more. After new year comes around, I'm putting in my order.

You mention how its solid and chunky like the SOG Tomcat. Also, both have a pretty good curve to the blade. I think people like them for those reasons but the Tomcat gets some complains because of the steel. The chinook is CPM 440 so I guess people are more satisfied that way.
 
My two bits...

Chinook was designed by a guy who likes and respects a fine blade...
Chinook was made by a company that likes and respects a fine blade...
And it shows.

-SB
 
Originally posted by BOK
This sounds a little strange but I was actually hoping to hear someone say something that they dislike about it.
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Ok...Here I am. What I DON'T like about my Chinook is the fact that it doesn't have a reversable pocket-clip like the FRN Endura/Delica (I'm a "lefty"). Other than that slight design oversight, the Chinook IS perfect.:).
 
The chinook is a fast opening, rock solid lock, razor sharp folding bowie knife. Whats not to like. The G-10 scales are non-slip and it snaps open with the authority of a 12 guage shotgun being racked. Its heavy, solid and strong. Not your average pocket knife. It is solid and heavy, pictures cant show that. Fit and finish are excellent as well. Did I say it was sharp? Pointy too :D
 
Very good slasher. Super tough lock. Great ergonomics. Sort of a folding bowie. Dual liners. Great knife all around. I do however have one complaint. I don't like the fact that the Chinook has a tiny amount of vertical blade play. This in no way affects performance but, I'm a very picky guy. I would really like to see one with a compression lock.
 
Dann - how would you compare the Chinook to your Tomcat in terms of feel and ergonomics in the hand? I expect that they're roughly the same weight and size.
 
Originally posted by BOK
Dann - how would you compare the Chinook to your Tomcat in terms of feel and ergonomics in the hand? I expect that they're roughly the same weight and size.
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The two feel different, as the Tomcat has rubber (Kraton) inserts in the (steel) handle, and is slightly "rounder" than the Chinook....Also the lack of a pocket-clip on the Tomcat helps it to feel very comfortable in my hand. Which one feels "best"?...I'd have to say it's the Tomcat.
 
and they are not in the same class. The Tomcat is at least two generations of knife design older than the Chinook, what with it lacking a pocket clip, it using a somewhat oddly shaped ATS34 blade, and having grips of Kraton rubber with steel bolsters. I much prefer the CPM440V steel in the Chinook, the Bowie shaped blade that does not have so extreme a clip as on the clip point Li'l Temperance, the G-10 scales that do not get tacky in my hands, and the presence of a pocket clip that allows me a large variety of carry options instead of the required belt pouch of the Tomcat. Now this is not to say that the Tomcat is a bad design, it is not, but it does show its age when compared to the Chinook.

Oh, and I forgot to mention that the Tomcat has thumb studs rather than the Spydie hole for opening, a very definite plus for the Chinook.
 
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