Yard sale.... Ozark trial....

[Planterz]

Thanks everybody for your unvarnished truths.... consensus seems to be “lipstick on a pig”. Matter of fact , none of the respondents here endorsed this WalMart product. I’m glad I only gave $0.50.... to be honest, my wife informed me ( in the truck ) that Ozark Trail = WallyWorld . Oh well .... on to the next.
Opinions appreciated.
Charles

The main issue, IMO, isn't that the knife could fall apart, has junk steel, etc, it's that you can't necessarily trust it. Liner and framelocks, although simple in construction, require actual quality to be safe. If you do use it, even as a garden tool or glovebox knife, test it some (spine whacks, whatever) to make sure it won't fold on you in the future. A cheap knife can lead to an expensive hospital visit and all that entails a nasty cut.

 

[AlphaDog86]

At this point in my knife collecting/selling career I personally would have taken a pass. But the OP should not be scrutinized for picking it up. If he likes it and finds it worth it more power to him What is $.50 anyways? People can find rational to buy anything at any price and that is there own right. I do believe in you get what you pay for so I would be cautious about build quality if it is going to be a user. I’ve been into knives pretty much my entire life but the one that triggered my researching/never ending knife collecting obsession was a cheap Mtech I found at a mall. Yes a mall lol. I actually found/purchased the exact same model for $6. I will never use it but will keep it in my collection for sentimental reasons so it is definitely worth it for me. On the other hand I’ve had non-knife people gasp when I’ve told them that I’ve paid well over $1000 for certain knives in my collection but I see the value in owning them so I don’t let it bother me. I will never use most of my expensive/rare acquisitions because I have plenty of quality blades to rotate between. So the point I’m trying to make is whether it’s only $.50 or $1000, a user or safe queen if it’s worth it to YOU go for it!

 

[jc57]

Would you have
taken a pass ?

Yes, I would have taken a pass. I would not accept it for free. Nothing about that knife appeals to me. I have enough knives to cover any category of cutting I need, to where that would just be more useless clutter.

It may have been a great decision for you, I can't judge that for you. But you didn't ask that, you asked what I would have done.

 

[22-rimfire]

...Seems very functional. In store... right at $10... I gave $0.50. Would you have taken a pass ?
https://imgur.com/a/HqheqSv

I would have passed because I know I would never use it and would be almost ashamed to give it away when they know I am a knife knut. If you can use it, that I think it's great for you.

 

[DocJD]

I do not own nor have handled any Ozark Trail knives , but I searched briefly online without uncovering any mass self maimings resultant from defective ones .

Assuming you check it out for safe function beforehand , I don't see a problem in using this as a beater . Sometimes it's nice to have a knife that you can just abuse , lose, have stolen or confiscated and not feel any pain .

 

[flip888]

I actually like the Ozark Trail knives when I'm traveling by airplane. I'll go to a Walmart after I land and throw one in my cart. I've tried the Swiss army knockoff and a couple others. They're not very sharp and they don't hold an edge, but for $3.99 they work for what they are till you toss it in the trash when you leave.

 

[craytab]

Looks fine for a disposable beater . But if you're looking for love for cheap knives , this ain't the place .

Cheap knives are one thing, inexpensive high value knives are another.

I'd rather do the research and buy legit inexpensive knives rather than cheap knives of questionable quality and or origin.

Ozark trail are cheap knives opposed to inexpensive knives. There is a difference.

 

[DocJD]

Cheap knives are one thing, inexpensive high value knives are another.

I'd rather do the research and buy legit inexpensive knives rather than cheap knives of questionable quality and or origin.

Ozark trail are cheap knives opposed to inexpensive knives. There is a difference.

Knife in question is ~$7.50 online . So where's the love for folders at this price point ? Have you personally tested a lot of this brand or just gassing ?

 

[danbot]

Knife in question is ~$7.50 online . So where's the love for folders at this price point ? Have you personally tested a lot of this brand or just gassing ?

Once you've tried one, you've tried them all. You think a carpenter can't tell just by looking that your crappy little $5 no name cordless drill won't stand up to the demands of the job?

 

[PirateSeulb]

50 cents you say? I bet it will make a fine letter opener.

I feel like I am probably the only one, at least prior to this post, who read this in Prof. Farnsworth's voice.

 

[craytab]

Knife in question is ~$7.50 online . So where's the love for folders at this price point ? Have you personally tested a lot of this brand or just gassing ?

Just gassing ? Your comment about this place not being about cheap knives was in the same vein you are accusing me of. Were you just gassing when you insulted the entire forum? Got any cheap counterfeits you'd like to post about?

I don't have any experience with ozark trail knives. I do have plenty of experience with knives in this price range. I've got a dozen vics I bought used that I'd rather own than a cheap ozark. Further, I'd rather save my money a bit more and get something from Ontario, or a knife from any of the other legit companies selling stuff in the $25 range.

Honestly, if $25 is too much to spend on a pocket knife, one has bigger problems to worry about than having a pocket knife.

 

[DocJD]

Once you've tried one, you've tried them all. You think a carpenter can't tell just by looking that your crappy little $5 no name cordless drill won't stand up to the demands of the job?

There is a vital distinction in making a personal choice vs a public statement impugning an entire brand . The later is totally irresponsible and prejudiced . I always try to make clear if my opinion is based on personal experience or otherwise .

 

[DocJD]

Just gassing ? Your comment about this place not being about cheap knives was in the same vein you are accusing me of. Were you just gassing when you insulted the entire forum? Got any cheap counterfeits you'd like to post about?

I don't have any experience with ozark trail knives. I do have plenty of experience with knives in this price range. I've got a dozen vics I bought used that I'd rather own than a cheap ozark. Further, I'd rather save my money a bit more and get something from Ontario, or a knife from any of the other legit companies selling stuff in the $25 range.

Honestly, if $25 is too much to spend on a pocket knife, one has bigger problems to worry about than having a pocket knife.

I believe you've demonstrated proof positive of my original statement . Much thanks !

 

[Hickory n steel]

I've owned a lot of cheapo knives, and none ever folded on me.
My brother has owned a decent amount of cheapo knives abusing them more than I ever would and none ever folded on him either
In my experience you'll stop carrying it before it gets bad enough to fold on you in most cases.
You'll loose all the pocket clip screws , loose the handle scale screws , or the head of the pivt screw will strip out when you try to tighten or adjust it.

There are exceptions of course like those with all plastic bodies, but people always go around instantly assuming every cheapo folder out there is a risk to your fingers and this is just not true in my experience.
They're still junk, but most are safe enough to use if you need something disposable.

For 50¢ you've got a glue scraper for your tool box or work bench, or a knife for your tacklebox that you can afford to accidentally drop in the water.

 

[BITEME]

Probably a good knife to practice the mechanics of freehand sharpening

 

[archieblue]

If I was really young or maybe even just entering the world of pocket knives, & having extremely limited knowledge and/or intuition related to these things I very well may have the knife and treat it like it was a Shirogorov.
However, I make it my business to at least attempt to take into possession not only a limited number of “things” but also a certain quality of item. This way I don’t waste my limited time or my limited space. Return that thing and pony up the $25 to grab a Gerber Sharkbelly from that sale Walmart. Welcome to Bladeforums!

 

[craytab]

I believe you've demonstrated proof positive of my original statement . Much thanks !

You're very welcome. I don't need to eat a turd to know it doesn't taste well. Some folks need to figure it out the hard way.

 

[marcinek]

There is a vital distinction in making a personal choice vs a public statement impugning an entire brand . The later is totally irresponsible and prejudiced . I always try to make clear if my opinion is based on personal experience or otherwise .

Have you read any posts on this forum?

People trash entire brands all the time. Are the, say, QRTMSTR antis irresponsible and prejudiced?

 

[DocJD]

Have you read any posts on this forum?

People trash entire brands all the time.

I only post , can't be bothered to actually read other people's silliness .

People do wrong things ? Who knew !

I'd be curious to know just how many Ozark Trail knives are out there being carried and used every day without issues . How great does the average use folder have to be ? Walmart doesn't make it's money by selling stuff with high failure / return/ recall rates or that cause liability issues . This ain't their very first rodeo so I suspect that the product is at least minimally functional and somewhat safe . But I don't need to "taste" one ! I got plenty of beaters already .

 

[marcinek]

I only post , can't be bothered to actually read other people's silliness .

People do wrong things ? Who knew !

I'd be curious to know just how many Ozark Trail knives are out there being carried and used every day without issues . How great does the average use folder have to be ? Walmart doesn't make it's money by selling stuff with high failure / return/ recall rates or that cause liability issues . This ain't their very first rodeo so I suspect that the product is at least minimally functional and somewhat safe . But I don't need to "taste" one ! I got plenty of beaters already .

Well. If you feel "a knife's a knife" I suppose I can understand your reasoning.

Maybe reading some other folks' post might inspire you to delve into quality, inexpensive knives. Like, say, Opinels. Kinda the whole point of a forum.

Might also answer your question "So where's the love for folders at this price point ?"

The love in is all those posts from other people you don't read.