Xm-18 or smf

I have owned the SMF DGG and the XM. Just recently did a review on youtube of my experience with the XM and my first video was on the SMF...maybe that will help some??

I have had issues with both but sold the strider first. I just sold the hinderer but that is because I have a flipper on the way and needed the $ to pay for it.
I do not think f&f are comparable nor do I think your ownership experience with the knife company itself will be dissapointing (with rick hinderer). There is a certain attitude with strider that turns me off and an attitude of "we will take care of whatever you need" from hinderer that makes it more of a joy to own.
In terms of use I think the xm is more comfortable. The titanium slabs and the blade are thicker on the xm so it is probably more durable. I prefer the extra ti slab on the xm because I can swap out various colors and it is probably bettef for longer term maintenance.
Hope this helps.
 
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I guess i've just got to handle them to appreciate which one would be better feeling in my hand. We're having a knife show here at the end of the month maybe i'll see them there if i'm lucky.
Thanks men for all the imfo on these two folders. :thumbup:
 
Hinderer hands down !
Better fit and finish, terrific ergonomics, tip-up and down carry options, optional scales with various colors, optional flipper blade. I have never seen a single XM-18 with bladeplay and with the poor SMF and SNG ergonomics I'm still wondering why those knives have such a sucess.
Well I'm not a hufe fan of SNG or SMF but i'd like to take a closer look at a Dauntless model.
 
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