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I will be carrying it to work. So i will be wearing jeans and khakis and be putting it on my front right or left pant pocket.
I usually carry quite a bit in my pockets, like my keys cell phone wallet, so nothing too heavy. The sage is just too expensive unfortunately.
I usually carry quite a bit in my pockets, like my keys cell phone wallet, so nothing too heavy. The sage is just too expensive unfortunately.
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Did you read all of the OP's posts? He asked for other suggestions too.
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The Sage may be just a tad too big/heavy anyway, given the specifics you mentioned.
As a knife to have at work, if you're using it to open packages, cut plastic, twine, etc. I think the Dragonfly or Cat would be perfect knives for those applications, especially if your pockets have other items in them as well. Clip either of these small beauties to the corner of your pocket and they will leave plenty of room for other goodies. If you can afford the G10 Dragonfly, THAT would be my suggestion. Otherwise, the Cat is perhaps just as serviceable, though slightly larger in size and a bit heavier (2.4 oz. for the Cat vs. 2.0 oz. for the G10 DF). I'm not a fan of the current FRN Dragonfly, as the clip is molded in. The SS Dragonfly is great, though heavier in weight... which I prefer to avoid. That's why I lean toward the G10 Dragonfly or the Cat... Cat being the better "value".
I've heard that Spyderco will be updating the Dragonfly to a wire clip on the FRN versions later in the year... that would be a great choice as well!
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How much better is a full flat grind than a saber grind. is the full flat grind better in everyway? Any advantages to the saber grind? Is the native not as good since it will not come in a full flat grind?
ZDhart- you recommended getting a dragonfly which is a small knife...with that size, is the kershaw scallion any good? I think I want it a little bigger but not sure yet. still trying to make sure they wont freak out at work when i open my knife to cut a sandwich or the likes lol.
ZDhart- you recommended getting a dragonfly which is a small knife...with that size, is the kershaw scallion any good? I think I want it a little bigger but not sure yet. still trying to make sure they wont freak out at work when i open my knife to cut a sandwich or the likes lol.
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letsgo... not so sure about the scallion. I do have a Leek. For office carry/use I think it's a tiny bit heavy and has quite a daggery-pointy-looking blade for an office environment. Not to mention the sheeple-scaring assisted opening feature!
Some sheeple might be a little "tweaked" by that. I like the Leek, but don't see it as a particularly "office-friendly" looking blade if uptight folks are involved.In a mixed-company office environment, I think that the Dragonfly could be more of an object of interest (and admiration) rather than a fear-inducing death tool. This little jewel-of-a-knife is downright enchanting! Like the Pekingese, it's a little LION of a knife.
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Saber grind is stronger, more metal in the blade. This is mostly important if twisting or bending are components of your blade use. Full flat grind slices better because less metal is in the path of the stuff you are cutting. For most EDC uses in society, the FFG is a better choice, IMO. Swiss Army knives are FFG and they are excellent for general EDC use. So also are traditional slipjoint knives.
I doubt people will freak if you use a 3" blade for cutting food at work. So much depends on how you present yourself, and how you handle your knife.
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out of the three you listed, I'd go for the native. I like deep hollow grinds because they present a thin edge which cuts well.
outside of that, how about a centofante 3? thin stock, hollow ground, very light. imo its a better choice for food prep.
outside of that, how about a centofante 3? thin stock, hollow ground, very light. imo its a better choice for food prep.
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The FFG Delicas and Enduras are not out quite yet, but will be soon. I'd recommend you wait for one of those. The advantage of a FFG is that you get a more acute angle on the blade grind, which makes it a better slicer. A sabre grind makes the blade thicker and a little stronger, but for EDC I'd recommend the FFG.
I will use it to open packages and maybe envelopes as well.
The native shouldn't be a problem if it doesnt have a FFG right? Will it come out with a FFG like the delica or endura? The delica frn looks like it has the same blade shape and grind as the centofante...
If I decide to wait, I still want to get a knife now to calm my urge for a knife
like maybe a smaller knife kershaw scallion or 1740 or blur (looks like the grind on the blur is good?) lol and I guess I will ask for suggestions lol. If the native doesnt come out with a FFG i guess I may just get that. Sigh
But thanks for being so informative guys! Didn't know that there was this much to knives lol.
The native shouldn't be a problem if it doesnt have a FFG right? Will it come out with a FFG like the delica or endura? The delica frn looks like it has the same blade shape and grind as the centofante...
If I decide to wait, I still want to get a knife now to calm my urge for a knife
like maybe a smaller knife kershaw scallion or 1740 or blur (looks like the grind on the blur is good?) lol and I guess I will ask for suggestions lol. If the native doesnt come out with a FFG i guess I may just get that. Sigh But thanks for being so informative guys! Didn't know that there was this much to knives lol.
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Of the 3 you listed, I would get a SS Delica, I've never had good luck with FRN handles, every one I've owned has had vertical blade play directly from the factory. I,ve never had this problem with SS.
If you can save up some more $, Sage 2 or the CF Caly 3, ZDP-189.
If you can save up some more $, Sage 2 or the CF Caly 3, ZDP-189.
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letsgo.... here's what I would do if I were you wanting to get a great knife now to satisfy that urge... go for the Cat!
You can have it in a few days for around $48. 2.4" FFG S30V blade (this is one of the most desireable knife steels!) and carbon fiber scales (also very popular and cool looking)! Perfect size and weight (2.4 oz.) for what you are looking for. And being a Spyderco, it is sure to please you.
This will easily satisfy your desire for something really wonderful NOW that is an awesome knife, at a bargain price. Then you can relax, sit back, use & enjoy the knife and contentedly contemplate your next knife!
You can have it in a few days for around $48. 2.4" FFG S30V blade (this is one of the most desireable knife steels!) and carbon fiber scales (also very popular and cool looking)! Perfect size and weight (2.4 oz.) for what you are looking for. And being a Spyderco, it is sure to please you.
This will easily satisfy your desire for something really wonderful NOW that is an awesome knife, at a bargain price. Then you can relax, sit back, use & enjoy the knife and contentedly contemplate your next knife!
letsgo.... here's what I would do if I were you wanting to get a great knife now to satisfy that urge... go for the Cat!
You can have it in a few days for around $48. 2.4" FFG S30V blade (this is one of the most desireable knife steels!) and carbon fiber scales (also very popular and cool looking)! Perfect size and weight (2.4 oz.) for what you are looking for. And being a Spyderco, it is sure to please you.
This will easily satisfy your desire for something really wonderful NOW that is an awesome knife, at a bargain price. Then you can relax, sit back, use & enjoy the knife and contentedly contemplate your next knife!
Oh wow. Looks like an awesome knife! Seems that there is not many reviews on it...is it relatively new? Where can you get it for that price? I checked your corner store and they are out and ebay is about $55.
Cat seems to be a small knife like a kershaw scallion or a 1740 kershaw as well. Is it worth the extra cash for the cat vs the scallion or 1740?
All good choices.
I sold off my Endura 4 FRN and got the Endura 4 G-10. I was not crazy about the saber grind of the E4 FRN. The G-10 version is IMHO a damn near perfect knife. Full flat grind, slender and nicely textured G-10 scales. Fit & finish is superb. The tip will be stronger in the FRN version but I don't foresee a problem in the G-10 version. It just tapers a little thin at the tip. I usually try to stay in the 3" blade length for EDC but the 3.75" E4 G-10 has been eating up the EDC duties lately and will most likely win a spot in my EDC rotation. It carries very nicely due to its slender handles. Lockup is solid and action is smooth.
I sold off my Endura 4 FRN and got the Endura 4 G-10. I was not crazy about the saber grind of the E4 FRN. The G-10 version is IMHO a damn near perfect knife. Full flat grind, slender and nicely textured G-10 scales. Fit & finish is superb. The tip will be stronger in the FRN version but I don't foresee a problem in the G-10 version. It just tapers a little thin at the tip. I usually try to stay in the 3" blade length for EDC but the 3.75" E4 G-10 has been eating up the EDC duties lately and will most likely win a spot in my EDC rotation. It carries very nicely due to its slender handles. Lockup is solid and action is smooth.
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Wonderful images of the Endura G10. I'm thinking about one of those for my next knife, which I want to be around 3.5-3.8" of blade, so the Endura is definitely a candidate for me. Sweet knife! My hesitation on this model is this: I think in such a size knife I may prefer a model which can easily be flicked open. Does the back lock pretty much prevent easy ability to flick open the Endura?
I assume that all back lock knives really need to be swung open rather than flicked, right?
I can flick my G10 Dragonfly open if I really put my mind to it, but obviously, it doesn't seem designed for that type of opening.
Therefore, liner, frame, ball, or axis locks seem to be the best designs to flick open a knife.
I assume that all back lock knives really need to be swung open rather than flicked, right?
I can flick my G10 Dragonfly open if I really put my mind to it, but obviously, it doesn't seem designed for that type of opening.
Therefore, liner, frame, ball, or axis locks seem to be the best designs to flick open a knife.
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I ordered a discontinued Delica last week. I did not know that meant they did not have them in stock, so now I find I may never see the knife. It was a foliage green FRN handle and combo blade, VG-10 steel. Bummer.
I do plan on ordering one of the new Delicas with the flat grind when they come out. Ive seen sometime in May as a possible date for them to be in stock.
In the meantime, since I wont be seeing that Delica for a while, if at all, I went ahead and ordered the next knife on my list. The Spyderco Dragonfly. Even smaller than the Delica, and it has the flat grind.
I do plan on ordering one of the new Delicas with the flat grind when they come out. Ive seen sometime in May as a possible date for them to be in stock.
In the meantime, since I wont be seeing that Delica for a while, if at all, I went ahead and ordered the next knife on my list. The Spyderco Dragonfly. Even smaller than the Delica, and it has the flat grind.