(Official?) Pocket Knife Discussion Thread

[emopunker2004]

Well my Spyderco PM2 fell through, after 8 days of waiting for the knife to arrive I e-mailed the vendor from Amazon to find out their stock had run out. That is terrible service that I had to ask why it had not arrived. Ordered on the 22nd, still awaiting my refund.

This is why I don't order from anyone on amazon unless its amazon or filled by amazon.

[Blak Smyth]

This is why I don't order from anyone on amazon unless its amazon or filled by amazon.

I will definitley be cautious in the future, it was the only one available at the time though. Oh well, there are a couple others I have my eyes on...

Like the Southard. :dr

[Blak Smyth]

I am thinking about buying a Japanese damascus blade, I love this classy knife:
http://www.jsburlys.com/media/ecom/prodlg/MCU122D.jpg

There are just soo many that I want and need though.

[Blak Smyth]

The Mcusta has to wait, I ordered a limited edition Brous SS Flipper with titanium liners and carbon fiber scales.
http://www.edgeobserver.com/wp-content/uploads/Brous_SS_Flipper_10.jpg
http://www.edgeobserver.com/wp-content/uploads/Brous_SS_Flipper_1.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

Ordered a Brous SS neck knife to compliment my Brous SS Flipper with a different blade shape.
http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRctyUBdncl14Q8fOoxooGrEBOI0pFic szQ9QYKmZwlCWyRNZLT
Also ordered a cheap little Boker Nano frame lock, hard to justify paying 6 times as much for the Curtiss:
http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcT8ejIWiHbaN8XCoqKaqbbwX8ghZLhDg sNFpckQ7TgmrOQ-csJVxA

[LostAbbott]

Damn black. Got any money left for food and cigars? Really nice pickups!!!
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[kelmac07]

Damn Shane...you're ordering knifes like a madman. Planning on going on a "stabbing spree"?? :r :r :r

[MurphysLaw]

I've had the urge to buy a new EDC knife for a while, maybe something will follow me home from the gun show this weekend.....

[Blak Smyth]

Damn black. Got any money left for food and cigars? Really nice pickups!!!
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Damn Shane...you're ordering knifes like a madman. Planning on going on a "stabbing spree"?? :r :r :r

I got my first bonus in six years, figured I should splurge a little.
Got some cigars coming too.

[CJS]

A teeny tiny Victorinox Rally Swiss Army Knife...the one with that just over an inch blade and a bottle opener that has faithfully accompany me since college.

But now I have my eyes on one of those Swiss Army Cigar Kinfe...anybody using them? If yes, how are they? Does the three punches work?

[Blak Smyth]

She arrived!
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8089/8467016827_2852cec07d.jpg

[longknocker]

She arrived!
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8089/8467016827_2852cec07d.jpg

Beautiful, Shane!:dr:tu Is The Handle Blue Or Is That Just The Lighting?

[Blak Smyth]

Beautiful, Shane!:dr:tu Is The Handle Blue Or Is That Just The Lighting?

Just the lighting, it is black CF.
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8385/8467016823_38155858cf.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

I have an E-mail in with TuffThumbz (http://www.tuffknives.com/new-gallery.html) to see about having a custom scale made for my 0550

[ambientboy]

Anyone want to trade me their Ruger LCP for an Mictrotech Ultratech (brand new) and some cash? :D

[Blak Smyth]

New arrivals:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8230/8485721672_61ed318ac9_z.jpg
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8528/8485721656_f4079fa565_z.jpg

[emopunker2004]

Thinking about picking up a stonewashed ZT 0200 like this one:

http://www.knifeworks.com/images/products/detail/zt0205.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

Thinking about picking up a stonewashed ZT 0200 like this one:

http://www.knifeworks.com/images/products/detail/zt0205.jpg

Gonna be a lot of new ZTs coming out this year, might want to wait for them. Or wait for the prices to drop on the old models. :2
personally I am not a fan of flippers, I will prolly never buy another one. I can't see your picture but I love stonewashed blades.

[emopunker2004]

This one is only $120 new from kershaw guy. or i may pick up a Blem of the black version from him for $95.

I want a 0566 but it'll be almost 2014 before they're available enough for someone to get them at good prices. Always works like that with ZT. Happened with the 0560 last year.

[Blak Smyth]

I really hate the 0770, I love my 0550 Gen2 though so I feel like I need no other ZT for now.
I don't see myself buying many more production knives. I am gonna focus on customs but not going to be buying many.
My Michael Morris Friction is on order and paid for so I am looking forward to that getting finished.

I do really want a Strider though... and the XM18 non flipper... I am a big fan of the Warren Thomas customs too but would I ever use it? Prolly not, they are too beautiful.

[emopunker2004]

The new 0566 is going to be like a cross between the 0560 and 0550 but smaller, and be assisted like the 0350.

How to u like that lil boker?

[Blak Smyth]

The new 0566 is going to be like a cross between the 0560 and 0550 but smaller, and be assisted like the 0350.

How to u like that lil boker?


I really like it, I am glad I didn't buy the real Curtiss since the Boker is so well made. It is super solid, but even smaller than I thought. I can make it completely dissapear in my hand when closed. The only two knives I would recomend to somebody for under $50 is the Skyline and the Boker Nano. :tu

I do not like assisted knives, I carry a knife as a tool not as a weapon so for me speed isn't an issue as much as durability.
Simple is better for my tastes, I love frame locks more than anything. Ti frame locks make me drool. I wish the Brous SSF I have wasn't a flipper and I wish it was a frame lock.

[emopunker2004]

yeh well it's a ZT so it'll be durable. you can take the spring out and use it as a manual folder too though.

[Blak Smyth]

I will be looking into the new DPX stuff though...

[MurphysLaw]

No new EDC for me. Made it to the gun show yesterday, nothing really caught my eye, except for a CRK small sebenza, dude was asking over MSRP on it so I walked away.

[Blak Smyth]

No new EDC for me. Made it to the gun show yesterday, nothing really caught my eye, except for a CRK small sebenza, dude was asking over MSRP on it so I walked away.

As nice as those are, I am not in love with the the design. To me the Sebbies are extremely boring, now that may be another story if I ever held one. Personally, without handling either, I would rather have a Strider.

[MurphysLaw]

As nice as those are, I am not in love with the the design. To me the Sebbies are extremely boring, now that may be another story if I ever held one.
Personally I would rather have a Strider.

I've held both the Strider SMF and the Sebenza, both are great knives, but I'd buy the Sebenza first. I really like the way the sebenza feels and it would more than serve my needs. I saw a nice selection of Dalton's as well, but I couldn't bring myself to look at them too seriously, the one I have has sat in the safe since I read about his retirement.

[Blak Smyth]

Which Dalton do you have? Picture?
I promise myself to use my knives without fear no matter how much I spend on them.
I learned that from cigars, you will enjoy it much more smoking it than storing it.
The nice thing about a knife is isn't one use like a cigar.

I also do not collect to resale, I buy to enjoy. I don't think I could part with any of my nice knives.
Of course I try to buy knives in different sizes, brands and styles.
Some people have 12 Spydercos that are all very similar, I can't relate to that. Haha
The closest I have is two Brous blades but they are both different blade shapes and one is fixed and the other is a folder.
D2 tool steel is one of the best steels so I was able to justify these two blades of the same brand.

Does the Sebbie feel "that" amazing when you open it? I would like to try one out someday.

[MurphysLaw]

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c82/Brian32FSU/a40efa1d.jpg

Militia Recon...great knife, spring on it is super strong.

[MurphysLaw]

Which Dalton do you have? Picture?
I promise myself to use my knives without fear no matter how much I spend on them.
I learned that from cigars, you will enjoy it much more smoking it than storing it.
The nice thing about a knife is isn't one use like a cigar.

I also do not collect to resale, I buy to enjoy. I don't think I could part with any of my nice knives.
Of course I try to buy knives in different sizes, brands and styles.
Some people have 12 Spydercos that are all very similar, I can't relate to that. Haha
The closest I have is two Brous blades but they are both different blade shapes and one is fixed and the other is a folder.
D2 tool steel is one of the best steels so I was able to justify these two blades of the same brand.

Does the Sebbie feel "that" amazing when you open it? I would like to try one out someday.

I buy knives with full intent to carry and use them, but something about knowing that the Dalton will never be made again makes me not want to carry it. Honestly I'll probably try to sell it somewhere down the road to fund the Sebbie purchase. And yes, it really does feel that amazing, the tolerances are so tight and lockup is very secure. When I buy one, it will probably be the last knife I purchase.

[Blak Smyth]

I buy knives with full intent to carry and use them, but something about knowing that the Dalton will never be made again makes me not want to carry it. Honestly I'll probably try to sell it somewhere down the road to fund the Sebbie purchase. And yes, it really does feel that amazing, the tolerances are so tight and lockup is very secure. When I buy one, it will probably be the last knife I purchase.

:tu Cool thanks for sharing man. I will have to get my hands on the Sebbie someday. I still love the Striders though, they are so different than anything else out there. Maybe after I hold a Sebbie I will sell all my knives and buy it :r

[MurphysLaw]

I'm thinking the Dalton and Microtech SOCOM-A could fully fund my Sebbie. The SOCOM is a great knife, just a little too much knife for my EDC needs.

[emopunker2004]

Well just ordered a ZT 0350TS blem from kershaw guy :noon

[Blak Smyth]

Well just ordered a ZT 0350TS blem from kershaw guy :noon

Congrats, I look forward to seeing the pics!

[emopunker2004]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8374/8496245070_3788a7bd7a_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8496245070/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8496245070/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8092/8495151029_636350092d_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8495151029/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8495151029/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

[longknocker]

About Time, Justin!:r:D Sweet!:tu

[emopunker2004]

next stop....a ZT 0200 with custom scales and stonewashed finish....:r

[emopunker2004]

I love this thing. It just feels like it's built like a tank. Especially compared to my Kershaw Blur

I wanna get a ZT0200 and have a guy make it look like this but with a different color and style grip scales.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8336/8432088844_e2e96e0a23_z.jpg

[longknocker]

next stop....a ZT 0200 with custom scales and stonewashed finish....:r

How Many ZT's Do You Need?:r:D

[emopunker2004]

How Many ZT's Do You Need?:r:D

Really Greg? How many cigars do you need? :sl

[longknocker]

Really Greg? How many cigars do you need? :sl

:r I Can't Talk. I Only Have "1" Chris Reeve Sebenza, But About 15 Spydercos!:tu Are You Going To Use Each ZT For Different Tasks?

[emopunker2004]

Do u use each Spyderco for different tasks? :r

[Blak Smyth]

:r I Can't Talk. I Only Have "1" Chris Reeve Sebenza, But About 15 Spydercos!:tu Are You Going To Use Each ZT For Different Tasks?

Greg, let's see some of that Sebbie!!! :noon

[longknocker]

Do u use each Spyderco for different tasks? :r:r I Give Up; Just Trying To Save You Some Money, Brother!:D Just Kidding, Buy What You Want!:tu

Greg, let's see some of that Sebbie!!! :noon

I'll See If I Can Find A Pic.

[longknocker]

OK, One More.:D I Have Over 300 Pocket Knives, Mark. Started Collecting Them Before I Got Into Cigars. Here's My Favorite: Chris Reeve Classic:
http://i859.photobucket.com/albums/ab159/tallg/Knives/DSC_0158.jpg

http://i859.photobucket.com/albums/ab159/tallg/Knives/DSC_0159.jpg
Sharp As A Razor & Tough As Nails! Ouch! Just Nicked My Finger Closing The Blade.;)

Her You Go.:D

[MurphysLaw]

Great looking Sebbie Greg!!! I think I'm going to sell off my Dalton and Microtech SOCOM to fund the purchase of one like it.

Any of the knife gurus have any idea what the Dalton pictured above (or a page or two back depending on your settings) may be currently?

The SOCOM I believe is an elite-a from 2002, not sure what they're going for either, any help with a value is appreciated.
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c82/Brian32FSU/be8a93e4.jpg

[longknocker]

Sorry, Brian, No Idea On Value. I Do Know That A Few Of My Favorite Knives That I Sold On EB Several Years Ago Never Approached The Original Price I Paid For Them. I Love My CR, But I'm Afraid To Ding It Carrying It As An EDC.;)

[emopunker2004]

Ask about it on blade forums. They may be able to helps

[Blak Smyth]

Sorry, Brian, No Idea On Value. I Do Know That A Few Of My Favorite Knives That I Sold On EB Several Years Ago Never Approached The Original Price I Paid For Them. I Love My CR, But I'm Afraid To Ding It Carrying It As An EDC.;)

It's like having a cigar you never smoke. Unless you plan to sell it, just use it with pride!
I am back to carrying my 0550 G2, love this knife. I really have no interest in any other ZTs, for me this is a perfect knife. Just need to find a nice scale for it, can't find any I like enough to spend $50-$100 on.

[MurphysLaw]

Thanks, I'll try blade forums and microholics this weekend. No EB for these knives unfortunately...learned my lesson trying to sell autos on there already.

[Blak Smyth]

Thanks, I'll try blade forums and microholics this weekend. No EB for these knives unfortunately...learned my lesson trying to sell autos on there already.

I am on EDCfourms, you may want to try there as well.

[MurphysLaw]

I am on EDCfourms, you may want to try there as well.

Thanks for the tip, I'll do that. :tu
I hate to sell of these knives, but they just sit in the safe. I'd rather move them to someone who will get more enjoyment out of them, and buy something I'll use as an EDC.

[MurphysLaw]

Big :td for blade forums, have to pay to upgrade membership to even ask what a knife is worth

[emopunker2004]

Big :td for blade forums, have to pay to upgrade membership to even ask what a knife is worth

:r

If you send me all the info you have on/about the knife I can ask for you. I have a paid membership there.

[MurphysLaw]

:r

If you send me all the info you have on/about the knife I can ask for you. I have a paid membership there.

Thanks! I may take you up on that, I'm going to try microholics and another knife board as well, just to see what the market is like. If there isn't enough interest out there or the values aren't what I'm comfortable with, I'll gladly keep these and save up for the Sebbie.

[emopunker2004]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8382/8511159067_d6e398cb2f_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8511159067/)
IMG_0034 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8511159067/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8530/8511147773_eb067dbe2c_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8511147773/)
IMG_0040 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8511147773/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

[emopunker2004]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8505/8514682464_d832d8eb84_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8514682464/)
IMG_0292 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8514682464/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

[Blak Smyth]

She arrived!
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8089/8467016827_2852cec07d.jpg

This blade is available in the FS section if anybody is interested.

[MurphysLaw]

Finally put my Microtech and Dalton up for sale a couple days ago, started the values on the high end of what I've found and have been slowly dropping them until I get a buyer or hit the minimum price I'll take for each.

[Boz]

Nice ZT Justin! I love mine.

[Blak Smyth]

Just ordered this Kryptoglow scale for my ZT 0550, the stock scale is the only thing I do not love about the knife:
http://www.kryptoglow.com/uploads/2/8/9/2/2892127/7223404_orig.jpg
http://www.kryptoglow.com/uploads/2/8/9/2/2892127/242062_orig.jpg

[issues]

Geez I leave this thread for a while and it blows up! Some great pickups around here for sure. I did get a new custom Benchmade grip from the wife for Christmas but haven't got any pictures to post up yet.

I did receive an email from one of the makers that I ordered a custom from so that should be coming in the next month or 2. I will try to get some pics up as soon as I can of that.

Keep those pics coming! :tu

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8225/8548606370_14215c5566.jpg

[MurphysLaw]

Got an unexpected bonus at work, and the wife said I should buy that knife I've been wanting :tu Now to figure out what to get...really torn between the classic small sebenza, or the small with snake wood inlay. Wilson Combat has their large starbenza in stock as well as the Star-Tac, which is an unum.

Decisions, decisions, and I'd better act fast before she can change her mind :lr

[issues]

OUt of the ones you mentioned Brian, I would go with the Star-Tac without question...

Mainly, because I like the umnum much more than the sebbies. :tu

[MurphysLaw]

OUt of the ones you mentioned Brian, I would go with the Star-Tac without question...

Mainly, because I like the umnum much more than the sebbies. :tu

I think I'm going to wait to get the star-tac, the Sebbie has been a grail knife for me for about 10 years. I think I'm finally settled on the small with the insingo blade. I really like the wood inlay but I'm not convinced they'll hold up to daily carry as well and worth the extra cost.

[MurphysLaw]

I think I'm going to wait to get the star-tac, the Sebbie has been a grail knife for me for about 10 years. I think I'm finally settled on the small with the insingo blade. I really like the wood inlay but I'm not convinced they'll hold up to daily carry as well and worth the extra cost.

Or not...pulled the trigger on the snakewood inlay today. Did some research on the inlays and they seem like they're stuck in there pretty good, plus I know CRK stands behind their work.

[emopunker2004]

Or not...pulled the trigger on the snakewood inlay today. Did some research on the inlays and they seem like they're stuck in there pretty good, plus I know CRK stands behind their work.

Longknocker has one with some sort of inlay I believe

[MurphysLaw]

Longknocker has one with some sort of inlay I believe

He does, posted it a few pages back, really good looking knife.

[ir13]

Anyone recommend a cheap non serrated spring assisted blade?

[issues]

Anyone recommend a cheap non serrated spring assisted blade?

Depends on your definition of "cheap".

What is your price range?

[MurphysLaw]

Anyone recommend a cheap non serrated spring assisted blade?

Check out Kershaw and SOG, both have some reasonably priced models.

[Mark C]

Anyone recommend a cheap non serrated spring assisted blade?

I carry a CRKT Delegate (http://www.crkt.com/Delegate-EDC-Black-Blade-Cocobolo-Scales-Razor-Sharp-Edge-OutBurst-Fire-Safe-Knife) regularly, always been a fan of that company:

[emopunker2004]

Kershaw blur is nice

[MurphysLaw]

My grail knife showed up today, I absolutely love it

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c82/Brian32FSU/0A0466E1-502B-400C-8CB5-504F9E0E3620-10705-000005D283E4B89E_zps888ebe65.jpg

Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 21 with Snakewood inlays

[longknocker]

Awesome, Brian! Congrats!:banger I've Had The Large For Several Years & Love It!:tu

[issues]

Beautiful piece!!!

[emopunker2004]

My grail knife showed up today, I absolutely love it

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c82/Brian32FSU/0A0466E1-502B-400C-8CB5-504F9E0E3620-10705-000005D283E4B89E_zps888ebe65.jpg

Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 21 with Snakewood inlays

Grats bro!

[MurphysLaw]

Thanks guys, I debated for a while about which model to get, and I'm really happy with my decision. The size is perfect for my hand and its built like a tank.

[J Higgi]

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=13232&stc=1&d=1363950129

my wife had this made and sent it to me.

[RWhisenand]

My grail knife showed up today, I absolutely love it

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c82/Brian32FSU/0A0466E1-502B-400C-8CB5-504F9E0E3620-10705-000005D283E4B89E_zps888ebe65.jpg

Chris Reeve Knives Small Sebenza 21 with Snakewood inlays

That is one cool looking knife. After seeing your post I looked into CR knives a little. Didn't realize your knife is titanium, very cool, they have a great looking line up.

Congrats.

[emopunker2004]

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=13232&stc=1&d=1363950129

my wife had this made and sent it to me.

Pic isn't working for me. :sh

[J Higgi]

Pic isn't working for me. :sh

it was there when I posted this but not sure what happend.

[J Higgi]

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=13233&stc=1&d=1364020261

[emopunker2004]

Much better. Nice knife :tu

[Steve]

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=13233&stc=1&d=1364020261

:tu:tu

[Blak Smyth]

Congrats Murf on the grail knife. Those Reeves are awesome.

[ir13]

Depends on your definition of "cheap".

What is your price range?

Under $50.

[Blak Smyth]

Under $50.

The only thing I can think of is a chinese Kershaw in that price range. I personally stay away from assited opening knives and flippers in most cases, personal prefference however with a cheap assisted you have a high risk of the assist failing eventually. And it also limits your options :2

The real questions is what do you intend to do with the knife.
Open mail, open boxes, widdle, self defense, prybar, etc...?
Do you need it to be light weight, small, large, etc...?

If you are going to go chinese, you might as well go Spyderco. But prolly not much there in the way of assisted.
Spyderco makes the best chinese blades, not good steel obviously but fit and finish is good.

The kershaw skyline is an excellent american steel, light weight and slim that fits into a pocket. Not assisted though. One of the all time classic EDC knives that fits your budget. Not a tactical design though, better for letter opening as the blade is slim and it only has a single liner.

I have a partial-serrated assisted chinese kershaw. I did some not great filing of the scales to make it more comfortable in the hand. If you want it, it's yours and $50 under budget.

[issues]

A good, cheap assisted blade would be the Kershaw Cryo which sells for around $30. It's big brother the Cryo 2 should be coming out soon for about 40.

You can also look at the Kershaw Leek, assisted and made in the USA for around 40 or the Blur also US made for around 50. :tu

[Blak Smyth]

A good, cheap assisted blade would be the Kershaw Cryo which sells for around $30. It's big brother the Cryo 2 should be coming out soon for about 40.

You can also look at the Kershaw Leek, assisted and made in the USA for around 40 or the Blur also US made for around 50. :tu

People do love those Cryos, excellent recommendation! :tu
It is an affordable version of a great design.
If you are set on assisted and are okay with chinese steel this is a sure winner!

For about $15.00 over budget you could get a Kershaw knockout, USA knife!

[MurphysLaw]

Congrats Murf on the grail knife. Those Reeves are awesome.

Thanks bro, I couldn't be happier with it.

A good, cheap assisted blade would be the Kershaw Cryo which sells for around $30. It's big brother the Cryo 2 should be coming out soon for about 40.

You can also look at the Kershaw Leek, assisted and made in the USA for around 40 or the Blur also US made for around 50. :tu

All good recommendations, have to admit, I was tempted to add a Cryo to my cart this weekend when placing an order to qualify for free shipping. Opted for a flashlight instead.

[Blak Smyth]

Another look at my scale, still love this knife. Why can't I ever remember to clean the blade before taking a picture?:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8518/8590020528_fd192407a3_z.jpg

Hoping to get my MM custom friction folder soon.
I have been dying to get this thing!

[MurphysLaw]

Looks awesome Shane, I have some neon green paracord inbound, if you want a lanyard to match, shoot me a PM, I'd be glad to hook you up.

[Robulous78]

Another look at my scale, still love this knife. Why can't I ever remember to clean the blade before taking a picture?:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8518/8590020528_fd192407a3_z.jpg

Hoping to get my MM custom friction folder soon.
I have been dying to get this thing!

Hey... what is that stainless steel pen? looks cool...

[Blak Smyth]

Hey... what is that stainless steel pen? looks cool...

It is a Maxmadco (http://maxmadco.com/products/retractable-pen/) SS bolt action pen, super solid & heavy. It uses Pilot gel refills, I love that pen.

[Blak Smyth]

Carrying my unagressive folder today. Kershaw Skyline

[MurphysLaw]

Forums are bad for my bank account...I blame Shane for this
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c82/Brian32FSU/4DC019E5-49CB-4CC7-9BC7-F3F6EB6F97A3-22180-00000BFE44C64305_zps014a7126.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

So some of you may have seen my Silent Soldier Flipper for sale. I notated a disclaimer that it had some minor blade rock. I sent Jason Brouse an e-mail stating such. He said "Send it to me, I can fix it". I shipped it out and it came back perfect and solid at no charge. He also included a few stickers and a cool sheep skinned lined pouch.
You can judge customer service on how they respond to a problem, and gotta say Jason is awesome!!!
http://distilleryimage9.s3.amazonaws.com/d6e2b11a98c111e2af9022000a1f9a23_7.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

My Brous Blades:
http://distilleryimage11.s3.amazonaws.com/b839c35a9a0d11e28a3222000a9f17b2_7.jpg

[BHalbrooks]

:tu
Sexy

[issues]

Brous does some great work, congrats Shane!!!

[Blak Smyth]

Just ordered a beat up Strider SNG to EDC.

[Blak Smyth]

Pocket dump for KnifeThursday:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8536/8619897834_9dcfd5aa4f_z.jpg

Teaser of my new beater knife on the way:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8103/8619619352_4da1ef8490.jpg

[BHalbrooks]

The Brous looks different in that picture, Shane. Like the handle seems more rounded where you'd put your fingers. Oh well, still sexy.

Can't place the second picture. Almost want to say a CRK?

[MurphysLaw]

Congrats on the Strider Shane! If I could find a PT at a good price I'd probably find a way to sneak it in the house.

[Remo]

Still rockin my Kershaw One Ton. I like it!!

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[Lear31MX]

Do any of you knife guys know a lot about the micro tech OTF ultra tech knife? I was handed down one from my Grandfather it's says 09/2001 and a serial number. Can't really find a good info on the older models
Thanks.

[MurphysLaw]

The older microtechs are great knives, I'm kinda glad the one I was thinking about selling didn't get bought. Check out microholics.org, they might have the info your looking for. Congrats and enjoy the hand me down, the only knife I got from my grandad is an old craftsman folder.

[Lear31MX]

Thanks Brian :tu

[BHalbrooks]

I forgot I had this Knife. It's my Dads old knife he used in the Coast Guard, 25 years ago. Definitely seen some time on the Water. It's still in really great shape. New EDC.
http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r232/22938/2013-04-06145301_zps8af7a171.png

[SvilleKid]

I forgot I had this Knife. It's my Dads old knife he used in the Coast Guard, 25 years ago. Definitely seen some time on the Water. It's still in really great shape. New EDC.
http://i145.photobucket.com/albums/r232/22938/2013-04-06145301_zps8af7a171.png

Very Nice!!! A VERY classic Buck!!

[BHalbrooks]

Do you know much about it? I couldn't find much online
Edit - Nevermind, I found 315 on the blade, almost hidden. Googled it and that brought up a lot.

[captain53]

That is a real keepsake. Very Nice!:tu

[Blak Smyth]

Congrats on the Strider Shane! If I could find a PT at a good price I'd probably find a way to sneak it in the house.

I snagged an SnG, the PT is soooooo small and adorable but almost impossible to find. Also the price difference between the PT and the SnG is close enough to go a little bigger (for me anyways). Thanks though, it is one of my grail knives although it doesn't count since it is so beat up. It has been sitting at the post office for a few days.

[MurphysLaw]

I snagged an SnG, the PT is soooooo small and adorable but almost impossible to find. Also the price difference between the PT and the SnG is close enough to go a little bigger (for me anyways). Thanks though, it is one of my grail knives although it doesn't count since it is so beat up. It has been sitting at the post office for a few days.

I've been real close to buying a knockoff PT for a little while just to see how it feels in the hand and carries. Just haven't been able to bring myself to spend the coin on a copy, especially when I have my eye on a few other things I could spend the same cash on.

[Blak Smyth]

I've been real close to buying a knockoff PT for a little while just to see how it feels in the hand and carries. Just haven't been able to bring myself to spend the coin on a copy, especially when I have my eye on a few other things I could spend the same cash on.

Yah I try not to support knock offs, it is messed up that they can sell those. I am hoping my SnG is in my mailbox when I get home.

[issues]

If all goes well, one of the customs I have ordered should be done in the next couple of weeks. This was the first knife I ever considered a grail so I am very excited to get my hands on it!

It is a Jake Hoback A15 bolster lock bronzed with lightning-strike carbon fiber inlays.

[Blak Smyth]

If all goes well, one of the customs I have ordered should be done in the next couple of weeks. This was the first knife I ever considered a grail so I am very excited to get my hands on it!

It is a Jake Hoback A15 bolster lock bronzed with lightning-strike carbon fiber inlays.

That is a sick knife! Congrats, can't wait to see tons of pictures!

[issues]

That is a sick knife! Congrats, can't wait to see tons of pictures!

I will definitely get some pictures up here as soon as I get it! :tu

[Blak Smyth]

Strider came in! It has wear but is still rock solid!
http://distilleryimage8.s3.amazonaws.com/99012a96a16a11e2b97522000a1f97e9_7.jpg

[kelmac07]

I love this thing. It just feels like it's built like a tank. Especially compared to my Kershaw Blur

I wanna get a ZT0200 and have a guy make it look like this but with a different color and style grip scales.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8336/8432088844_e2e96e0a23_z.jpg

Justin...what is this knife? Manufacture? Model? Pricepoint? Very nice!!

[issues]

Justin...what is this knife? Manufacture? Model? Pricepoint? Very nice!!

It looks like a heavily modified Zero Tolerance 0200. Made by Kershaw knives.

http://zt.kaiusaltd.com/knives/knife/zt0200

Could be a 0300 but the grip shape says 0200 to me.

[Blak Smyth]

My current favorites:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8396/8637814336_5c81d889c2_n.jpg

[issues]

Both beautiful pieces for sure Shane. :tu

[chaase321]

Hey Shane, what are those two you just posted?

Also, has anyone heard of/checked out "Red Bearded Blades" on facebook? He buys the blades, has them stamped, and wraps them in paracord. They are one piece blades though, not folding knives. Everything is made in the USA and he is a veteran, and some of the profits go for a good cause. Anyway, I ordered one from him that should be shipped in the next couple days. I will post pictures, but thought you all (Shane! :D ) would appreciate looking at them.

Edited: this is my actual knife that he took a picture of...just waiting to finish up a couple more so he can mail them all out at once
http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m640/chaase321/524568_513528722026328_1689366471_n_zpsbf5f9b4c.jp g

[MurphysLaw]

Loving the Strider, Shane! Hopefully I'll find one available once I have funds squirreled away. I'm hoping for a used one as it'll probably be a beater and get carried way less than my Sebbie.

[Blak Smyth]

Hey Shane, what are those two you just posted?

Also, has anyone heard of/checked out "Red Bearded Blades" on facebook? He buys the blades, has them stamped, and wraps them in paracord. They are one piece blades though, not folding knives. Everything is made in the USA and he is a veteran, and some of the profits go for a good cause. Anyway, I ordered one from him that should be shipped in the next couple days. I will post pictures, but thought you all (Shane! :D ) would appreciate looking at them.

Edited: this is my actual knife that he took a picture of...just waiting to finish up a couple more so he can mail them all out at once
http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m640/chaase321/524568_513528722026328_1689366471_n_zpsbf5f9b4c.jp g

Sounds awesome! My work firewall has me blocked from viewing your pics:(

Just looked them up, look nice. How much?
They remind me of the ESEE Izula

[chaase321]

stoooopid work firewall!

Is there any other way for me to post for you to see it? Oh, give me a few, I will throw it up on instagram (haven't been on there for a while!!!) and tag you.

[Blak Smyth]

stoooopid work firewall!

Is there any other way for me to post for you to see it? Oh, give me a few, I will throw it up on instagram (haven't been on there for a while!!!) and tag you.

No worries, I found them online. I have to use Flickr, blocked from fotobucket.

[Blak Smyth]

Hey Shane, what are those two you just posted?

Strider SnG and Zero Tolerance 0550 Gen2

[chaase321]

No worries, I found them online. I have to use Flickr, blocked from fotobucket.

Strider SnG and Zero Tolerance 0550 Gen2

Cool, and thanks! They look really nice

[Blak Smyth]

I am interested in selling my Brous Silent Soldier Flipper.
I am not a fan of flippers, I only bought it because it is such an awesome design.
It has a brand new lock up from the factory.
Let me know if interested:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8389/8610030440_cba33978dc_z.jpg
I will make another for sale thread for it once I have all the pictures taken.

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8124/8639403333_a975ee1efb_z.jpg
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8404/8639403529_8987253c87_z.jpg

[riverdawg]

Shane if you are going to continue to post pics of those gorgeous Striders I'm going to be forced to buy one.-(P :tu

[Blak Smyth]

Shane if you are going to continue to post pics of those gorgeous Striders I'm going to be forced to buy one.-(P :tu

Do it :tu

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8106/8660920054_29295cbc1a_z.jpg

[riverdawg]

Oh my! Would you look at the azaleas.:D

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8252/8662288087_36f0e0a3c3_z.jpg

Pocket Dump:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8112/8644051228_a35c7200a7_z.jpg

[RWhisenand]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8252/8662288087_36f0e0a3c3_z.jpg


I've got that same sharpener, as well I've added a few of the diamond stone pieces. Seams to do a better job on stainless steel knives.

[Blak Smyth]

I've got that same sharpener, as well I've added a few of the diamond stone pieces. Seams to do a better job on stainless steel knives.

Yah I was looking at getting the fines in diamond, sapphire and strops. :tu

[riverdawg]

My foody BIL gave me a Dexter Russell probably 25 years ago. Doesn't give you the precision angled sharpening of a system but with appropriate pressure for a given steel plus a strop it does everything I want. Standing it vertically on the ends makes it possible to very closely replicate your angles from one side to the other of the rods.

[Blak Smyth]

After a couple sharpenings on the kit, I have come to realize you must do a regrind on each knife once. It's the only way to make the angles match the machine.

[hammondc]

Same sharpener here. I actually need to get it out and do some sharpening.

[captain53]

The Transportation Security Administration will temporarily delay a policy change that would have allowed passengers to carry small folding knives onto planes.

Until further notice, the items remained banned from the cabin of commercial planes.

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8524/8677565941_42400f240c_z.jpg
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8386/8678672934_8883f1b6dc_z.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

A design I am working on, thought?:
http://distilleryimage3.s3.amazonaws.com/8c1a1454acfb11e2a1e322000a9e0853_7.jpg

[Remo]

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Looks good, a little like this.

[issues]

Kind of looks like a Sibert mini Pocket Rocket.

Definitely a cool lookin' stout little blade! :tu

[Blak Smyth]

Kind of looks like a Sibert mini Pocket Rocket.

Definitely a cool lookin' stout little blade! :tu

It does look similar, good call.
Funny thing is I never was attracted to those, yet I really like my design.
I will post up a couple more skecthes.

I have list my Brous SSF up for sale on a knife forum, guess I should list it here too just in case.

Here is the slimmer version:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8529/8679272598_a3448a1b21_z.jpg

And the original sketches:
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8542/8678160013_8914b0b2d6_z.jpg

[issues]

Nice!

Will you be building this yourself or do you have a maker that will be turning this into reality?

[Blak Smyth]

Nice!

Will you be building this yourself or do you have a maker that will be turning this into reality?

Well funds are low currently but that doesn't stop me from designing it. I will have it made from a reliable and quality maker. It will be a titanium frame lock non-flipper. It will likely be redrawn several times, I keep moving the pivot location and that changes the entire knife design.

[issues]

Well funds are low currently but that doesn't stop me from designing it. I will have it made from a reliable and quality maker. It will be a titanium frame lock non-flipper.

I know of 2 that will take a unique idea and make them a reality; Alan Davis and Elliot Williamson (Ferrum Forge).

I have a piece from Alan but I have yet to get anything from Elliot although he has a high reputation and works with some of the best materials available.

Ferrum Forge has a website and a youtube channel so you can look into Elliot but Alan is only available through Blade Forums (that I know of).

[Blak Smyth]

I know of 2 that will take a unique idea and make them a reality; Alan Davis and Elliot Williamson (Ferrum Forge).

I have a piece from Alan but I have yet to get anything from Elliot although he has a high reputation and works with some of the best materials available.

Ferrum Forge has a website and a youtube channel so you can look into Elliot but Alan is only available through Blade Forums (that I know of).

Alan is also available of Facebook, I talked to him a bit.

I have a couple makers in mind, I just can't remember their names.

[DrDubzz]

Benchmade family pic

http://i868.photobucket.com/albums/ab244/DrVisheau/IMG_20130428_184252_zps207cf937.jpg (http://s868.photobucket.com/user/DrVisheau/media/IMG_20130428_184252_zps207cf937.jpg.html)

[Blak Smyth]

Carrying my Strider SnG and Brous SS fixed today.

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8123/8694965325_5c67ae4f96_c.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8277/8699904562_d62359fa1e_c.jpg

[emopunker2004]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8277/8699904562_d62359fa1e_c.jpg

:r:r

[Remo]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8277/8699904562_d62359fa1e_c.jpg

:lr Nice!!

[Blak Smyth]

I have a trade offer: my Brous SSF for a Microtech Selectfire, thoughts?
I don't think I am a fan of the Selectfire.

[riverdawg]

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8123/8694965325_5c67ae4f96_c.jpg

This would be very much like the first time I shot a 28ga. O/U on quail. Within a week I ordered one.:banger

[Blak Smyth]

This would be very much like the first time I shot a 28ga. O/U on quail. Within a week I ordered one.:banger

Awesome, you will love it. Can't wait to see pics! Congrats and welcome to the Stride or Die network!

[riverdawg]

Awesome, you will love it. Can't wait to see pics! Congrats and welcome to the Stride or Die network!

W/I a week I ordered a 28 o/u. Still shopping the Sng.:)

[Blak Smyth]

http://distilleryimage3.s3.amazonaws.com/1d3c88d4be4711e2b55422000a9f1377_6.jpg
I have decided to try and live with my ZT 0550 & Strider SnG and not buy anymore knives for the time being. I really love both of these knives.

[riverdawg]

Uh oh...... I just found USN. :tu

[Blak Smyth]

Uh oh...... I just found USN. :tu

:r:r I am am member there! I never paid to activate my account though -(P

I think the cove would be a bad place for a guy on a budget like myself.

[issues]

Uh oh...... I just found USN. :tu

I'm there too...lol

[riverdawg]

Very interesting site. Lots more to the custom/collectible/harduse knife world than I ever imagined. Still haven't seen anything that appeals to me as much as the Strider SnG, plain brown/green/black scale and flamed back, plain blasted blade. Now if I could just find one in stock.... anywhere.-(P

[Blak Smyth]

Very interesting site. Lots more to the custom/collectible/harduse knife world than I ever imagined. Still haven't seen anything that appeals to me as much as the Strider SnG, plain brown/green/black scale and flamed back, plain blasted blade. Now if I could just find one in stock.... anywhere.-(P

http://www.monkeyedge.com/Strider-Knives-Folding-Knives-s/147.htm

Keep checking back on Monkeys Edge.

[kelmac07]

Completely forgot I even had this one. Pulled it out from my desk drawer this morning, never used. Benchmade 9050SBK.

http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv82/kelmac07_photo/IMG_5639_zps2f4be5e4.jpg

http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv82/kelmac07_photo/IMG_5634_zps3f58a108.jpg

[issues]

Nice Mac, I picked myself up a new Benchmade when I stopped by their factory while vacationing in Oregon.

[hammondc]

Badass Benchmade. Had one similar. The sea owns that one now.

[Blak Smyth]

Badass Benchmade. Had one similar. The sea owns that one now.

That is a romantic way of saying you lost it. :tu

[hammondc]

That is a romantic way of saying you lost it. :tu

Exactly.

[issues]

My wife just called and told me to get packed, she bought me a trip to Blade!!!

I hope I don't max out any credit cards while I'm there...lol

[riverdawg]

Attaboy Tony. Congrats!!!:noon

[Blak Smyth]

My wife just called and told me to get packed, she bought me a trip to Blade!!!

I hope I don't max out any credit cards while I'm there...lol

Wow awesome!!!

[riverdawg]

Well now I've gone and done it. Ordered an SnG GG stonewash spearpoint this afternoon. Will post a pic whenit comes.:banger Thanks for getting me cranked up BS!!!

[Heavy_d]

I carry either a Case amber bone medium stockman when I'm off work, or a Vic Explorer SAK w/ glow in the dark scales in my bag when I'm at work. And on occasion I'll carry my grandfathers old Schrade Old Timer stockman (from back when they were American made).

[Blak Smyth]

Well now I've gone and done it. Ordered an SnG GG stonewash spearpoint this afternoon. Will post a pic whenit comes.:banger Thanks for getting me cranked up BS!!!

Awesome, can't wait to see more Strider pics in here! :tu
I took my SnG to the mountains this weekend, it had fun.

[riverdawg]

I carry either a Case amber bone medium stockman when I'm off work, or a Vic Explorer SAK w/ glow in the dark scales in my bag when I'm at work. And on occasion I'll carry my grandfathers old Schrade Old Timer stockman (from back when they were American made).

Cool beans. I keep my fathers Old Timer in the console of my vehicle and still keep it razor sharp and pull it into duty occasionally to de-cap a stogie.-(P Also rotate my pops old Boker penknife and my grandfather's KeenKutter pen knife out of my pocket.:tu

[riverdawg]

Awesome, can't wait to see more Strider pics in here! :tu
I took my SnG to the mountains this weekend, it had fun.

Should be here tomorrow or Wednesday. I'm stoked.:D

[issues]

Blade was a blast!!!

My fixed blades took a while to get here (I shipped them) but my folder is still probably a few more days out.

Here's a quick pick of the 2 I received:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/issues1975/DSCN2083-1_zps26aa8a60.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/issues1975/media/DSCN2083-1_zps26aa8a60.jpg.html)

Now the big one can't really be considered a pocket knife but the little necker will fit in your pocket just fine. The large blade was made by Mike Gavic AKA Gavko on Youtube and the little was made by Geoff Blauvelt better known as tuffthumbz (another Youtube personality). The folder is a lefty Norseman made by John and Eric Grimsmo of Grimsmo knives. I will post pictures of it as soon as I get it!

[riverdawg]

Nice Tony!!! Might just have to make the drive to Atlanta myself next year.:)

[riverdawg]

Should be here tomorrow or Wednesday. I'm stoked.:D

Sumbuck, tracking shows delivered to my PO box, never happened, PO is still looking............ idgits!

[issues]

Sumbuck, tracking shows delivered to my PO box, never happened, PO is still looking............ idgits!

Ouch!!!

Good luck in getting it resolved. It sounds like they delivered it to the wrong address.

[riverdawg]

"The new phone books are here, the new phone books are here." Navin Johnson

Dey found it!!!!!!!! Pics when I get a chance.

[emopunker2004]

Ouch!!!

Good luck in getting it resolved. It sounds like they delivered it to the wrong address.

Or in this case, the wrong PO box?

[riverdawg]

Or in this case, the wrong PO box?

Found it. Was put in a keyed parcel locker on the other side of a larger box, effectively hiding it from sight until that locker was opened. Doesn't explain why it got put in there in the first place......... Pictures on my phone. I'll post up as soon as I figure out how to do it.:rolleyes:

[issues]

Sweet!!!

[Blak Smyth]

Looking forward to seeing it!!!

[issues]

To tide you over, here are a few more picks of the little neck knife I picked up at Blade. It is actually finding EDC time along side my folders. the handle is a little too thick to hide under a shirt but it fits in the pocket just fine!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/issues1975/Dscn2114-1_zps99784f5c.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/issues1975/media/Dscn2114-1_zps99784f5c.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/issues1975/Dscn2125-1_zps36e1f4a4.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/issues1975/media/Dscn2125-1_zps36e1f4a4.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/issues1975/Dscn2120-1_zpsfb0bac8a.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/issues1975/media/Dscn2120-1_zpsfb0bac8a.jpg.html)

[riverdawg]

Very, very nice little piece of plunder.:banger

Anyone know how/if Cigar Asylum is listed on Tapatalk? Can't turn it up on a search. Got pics on my phone and can transfer them to P-bucket if necessary, but it's a lot easier with Tapatalk.

[Blak Smyth]

Very, very nice little piece of plunder.:banger

Anyone know how/if Cigar Asylum is listed on Tapatalk? Can't turn it up on a search. Got pics on my phone and can transfer them to P-bucket if necessary, but it's a lot easier with Tapatalk.

I do not think CA is on tapatalk

[riverdawg]

I do not think CA is on tapatalk

Thanks Shane. May get these transferred to Photobucket in next day or so. BTW, REEEEEALLLY loving it!:tu

[riverdawg]

Thanks Shane. May get these transferred to Photobucket in next day or so. BTW, REEEEEALLLY loving it!:tu

They are already posted on USN Strider Hardcore, Done. First Strider Ordered (or something like that, same username)

[Blak Smyth]

They are already posted on USN Strider Hardcore, Done. First Strider Ordered (or something like that, same username)

Just commented over there, she is awesome man. Congrats.

[issues]

Nice piece, just took a look over there. :tu

[riverdawg]

Thanks guys. She's pretty as a speckled pup!-(P

[riverdawg]

Thanks guys. She's pretty as a speckled pup!-(P

In stereo.

[czerbe]

Got this little diddy as a get well gift... very solid knife

http://i1158.photobucket.com/albums/p601/czerbe/IMAG2336_zps1e0140c4.jpg (http://s1158.photobucket.com/user/czerbe/media/IMAG2336_zps1e0140c4.jpg.html)

[issues]

CRKT does make some great tools!!!

Thay have a lot of collaborations with some great makers including that one from Kit Carson.

[issues]

My Norseman came in today!!!

Here are some quick pics. I will try to take some better ones later.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/issues1975/Dscn2136-1_zps2e68f12f.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/issues1975/media/Dscn2136-1_zps2e68f12f.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/issues1975/DSCN2142-1_zpsf460b4b9.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/issues1975/media/DSCN2142-1_zpsf460b4b9.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/issues1975/DSCN2139-1_zps4dc8f1a4.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/issues1975/media/DSCN2139-1_zps4dc8f1a4.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/issues1975/DSCN2140-1_zpsf06a7322.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/issues1975/media/DSCN2140-1_zpsf06a7322.jpg.html)

By far the smoothest flipper I have ever handled! It even rivals the smootheness of a Benchmade with an Axis lock!!!

[riverdawg]

Very nice Tony. And a very nice crkt Corey. Both should serve you well.

[Blak Smyth]

Carried my Boker Nano today, fun little knife but I always miss my Strider or my ZT0550 when I don't carry one.

[issues]

Here are some better pics of the Norseman:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/issues1975/DSCN2187-1_zpsb4a224d8.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/issues1975/media/DSCN2187-1_zpsb4a224d8.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/issues1975/DSCN2149-1_zpsfb306cc5.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/issues1975/media/DSCN2149-1_zpsfb306cc5.jpg.html)

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http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/issues1975/Dscn2190-1_zps2868afae.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/issues1975/media/Dscn2190-1_zps2868afae.jpg.html)

By far the smoothest flipper/frame lock I've seen and the sharpest knife I own!!!

[Brian D.]

Been toting and using a knife of some kind since Cub Scouts, forty five years or so back. Not to get windy but to me the Spydercos were a watershed moment, so many other companies started and got big in the pocket clip/easy open era.

My other folders have lately taken a back seat to the Zero Tolerance brand, got a pair of them now. Things seem hell for stout. (Oops sorry about the olde tyme slang, that means I think the ZT's are made well.)

[pearson]

over 3 years ago my wife lost my benchmade infidel. a out the front style knife and I told her that I am replacing it with a microtech. Well the other day I finally did it I purchased a microtech scarab.the craftsmanship is so much better then a benchmade and over all a lot better knife. Only down side was 495 bucks.

[issues]

Nice grab John!

Post up some pics!!!

[riverdawg]

Yup, very nice John. Now slide that dude in your pocket.-(P

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3818/9050230192_649a6cb686_z.jpg
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5448/8947760533_a614cd2c10_c.jpg

[hammondc]

Cool watch. What kind it is?

[Blak Smyth]

Cool watch. What kind it is?

Laco

[Blak Smyth]

My MM friction finally arrived!
http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3820/9212403502_fae59d378b_z.jpg

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5350/9213350005_15b03e3517_b.jpg

[riverdawg]

Gorgeous piece of metal there Shane. Very nice indeed.:banger

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7353/9236016760_ab84849cde_z.jpg

[kelmac07]

Shane...really dig that MM friction. How much do these bad boys run?

[BHalbrooks]

Shane...really dig that MM friction. How much do these bad boys run?
I agree, Mac, that's sharp. The website says $90 to $115
Link to Website (http://michaelmorrisknives.com/9.html)

[Brutus2600]

I carried pocket knives around throughout my childhood but for some reason stopped around high school/college. Decided I needed a compact edc to start carrying again and ran across the Boker Plus Subcom F - so far I love it! It's hefty for it's small size, but overall I barely notice it in my pocket.

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5328/9241061994_0d78785e83_b.jpg

[FUEL]

No pic but a Benchade Pika II. Razor sharp, holds its edge and very affordable.

[Blak Smyth]

I agree, Mac, that's sharp. The website says $90 to $115
Link to Website (http://michaelmorrisknives.com/9.html)

I think I paid $115 for mine. It is cheap for a custom and it is well made, it's a piece of American Hand Made pride!

[BHalbrooks]

The guys based in Michigan, same as myself. Good enough of a reason to support him. I really like his work. How's it feel in your pocket? YouTube videos I've seen are meh.

Did you just get yours? How long of a wait did you have? I've seen on other forums people are waiting something like 4-6 months.

[Blak Smyth]

The guys based in Michigan, same as myself. Good enough of a reason to support him. I really like his work. How's it feel in your pocket? YouTube videos I've seen are meh.

Did you just get yours? How long of a wait did you have? I've seen on other forums people are waiting something like 4-6 months.

Yes I waited about 5 moths or so. It is slim in the pocket. Doesn't have any clip though. It is not a large knife by any means, and I wouldn't abuse it since they do not have any steel liners. They are constructed of pins and micarta only. If you want something stronger I would go with one of his fixed blades, they are beautiful as well. :tu

These friction folders are not work horses they are classy gent pocket blades, this one happens to be a cap lifter too.

[kelmac07]

Thanks again for the "intel" Shane. Just ordered mine. :tu :tu

[BHalbrooks]

Yes I waited about 5 moths or so. It is slim in the pocket. Doesn't have any clip though. It is not a large knife by any means, and I wouldn't abuse it since they do not have any steel liners. They are constructed of pins and micarta only. If you want something stronger I would go with one of his fixed blades, they are beautiful as well. :tu

These friction folders are not work horses they are classy gent pocket blades, this one happens to be a cap lifter too.
Interesting. I figured it wouldn't be a "workhorse" but that's alright. This could be a really awesome gift to myself for graduating Boot camp. It'd probably be finished when I'm there. Hm. I"ll have to see if he can engrave.
Thanks again for the "intel" Shane. Just ordered mine. :tu :tu
Nice. What color micarta?

[Blak Smyth]

Interesting. I figured it wouldn't be a "workhorse" but that's alright. This could be a really awesome gift to myself for graduating Boot camp. It'd probably be finished when I'm there. Hm. I"ll have to see if he can engrave.

I had him engrave my initials on the blade. He does it by hand, it isn't pretty like a machine but I can appreciate it more that way.

[kelmac07]

Interesting. I figured it wouldn't be a "workhorse" but that's alright. This could be a really awesome gift to myself for graduating Boot camp. It'd probably be finished when I'm there. Hm. I"ll have to see if he can engrave.

Nice. What color micarta?

Went with the brown (like Shane's) and asked him to intial "MAC" into the blade as well. Also shot him a question, as there is a blue wood one on his gallery that I love...we'll see. :D

[Blak Smyth]

Went with the brown (like Shane's) and asked him to intial "MAC" into the blade as well. Also shot him a question, as there is a blue wood one on his gallery that I love...we'll see. :D

I am sure he will be able to take care of you, he can do almost anything.
I may be submitting a completley custom design for him to make eventually.

[kelmac07]

I am sure he will be able to take care of you, he can do almost anything.
I may be submitting a completley custom design for him to make eventually.

Got my response back from Michael Morris. The blue is not a micarda and not strong enough for the side stresses...so brown it is. Ordered!! Now...sit and wait the 120 days. :D

[longknocker]

Got my response back from Michael Morris. The blue is not a micarda and not strong enough for the side stresses...so brown it is. Ordered!! Now...sit and wait the 120 days. :D

Won't Be Ready For Epic, Then, Brother.;s We'll Talk "Knives", Soon!:D Nice PickUps, Guys!:tu

[Blak Smyth]

Got my response back from Michael Morris. The blue is not a micarda and not strong enough for the side stresses...so brown it is. Ordered!! Now...sit and wait the 120 days. :D

:tu:tu I just e-mailed Michael and asked him to engave "MAC the Yankee Fan" on it.

[kelmac07]

:tu:tu I just e-mailed Michael and asked him to engave "MAC the Yankee Fan" on it.

We will "talk" about this at Doms in September. :su :su

[emopunker2004]

Not technically a pocket knife but....
Ups just delivered this. Boker Magnum Backup D/E fixed blade.

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3735/9256909668_dea0867927_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/9256909668/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/9256909668/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

[issues]

Another pic of the Norseman with my new custom lanyard bead

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/issues1975/Dscn2262-1_zps536fdd65.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/issues1975/media/Dscn2262-1_zps536fdd65.jpg.html)

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3704/9293875880_203b789638_c.jpg

[Simple1]

Shane, I love the knife clip on the keychain. Great idea.

[Outlaw God]

480 FOX Karambit Camo Folder Fighting Knife Emerson Wave, fastest seft defense knife in the world
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/picture.php?albumid=986&pictureid=8021
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/picture.php?albumid=986&pictureid=8022

[Blak Smyth]

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2811/9570595908_fc3a9713fd_z.jpg

[Felixcigar]

http://silodrome.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/Wenger-Swiss-Army-Knife-With-Cigar-Cutter.jpg

[replicant_argent]

Scored a used and abused older Microtech Ultratech last night for lest than the cost of a cheeseburger. The case and mechanicals are in good shape, the blade needs some love, respect, care and time to become a proper working tool again.

[longknocker]

I've Always Wanted A Nice Damascus Pocket Knife. I Picked This Up At A Custom Knife Shop: "Smith's" In Gatlinburg.:tu

http://i859.photobucket.com/albums/ab159/tallg/Knives/DSC_0148_zpsfd444233.jpg

http://i859.photobucket.com/albums/ab159/tallg/Knives/DSC_0147_zpsba898ed3.jpg

Razor Sharp & Very Lightweight!:D

[Veatorious]

Some Swiss Army Cadets.

http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb338/Envyme2403/fc4c92a3ced553628da58b2916fec8b7_zps200b592c.jpg

The OG Swiss Army Knife, stamped 1999'. This is the Swiss Military issue.

http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb338/Envyme2403/ec7eeab4ba063620da01ff28c5813d0e_zps799cc788.jpg

Vintage old cross Pioneer.

http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb338/Envyme2403/2c0236b8705a66b886b45422d5b4953d_zps17d1a880.jpg

Some Spyderco knives

http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb338/Envyme2403/d5f2bfd39de44d8630d8ef94faa1c428_zps391c840f.jpg

Then my beater Cryo, may be one of the best cheap knives on the market IMO.

http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb338/Envyme2403/809c62438d55a35317377fa27637dacd_zpsfa5ebbf7.jpg

[kelmac07]

Finally received my Michael Morris Custom Friction Folder. LOVED how this thing turned out, even if he forgot to engrave my name on the blade.

http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv82/kelmac07_photo/Sticks/IMG_6167_zps6fd1a4ce.jpg

http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv82/kelmac07_photo/Sticks/IMG_6173_zps45c572c7.jpg

[DirtRider500R]

I have this little guy. EXTREMELY sharp, cuts very clean, and sharpens quite easily.

https://www.kleintools.com/sites/kleintools/files/styles/uc_product_full/public/images/productimages/44001-blk_icon_0.jpg?itok=mF6QUoBX

[Veatorious]

Finally received my Michael Morris Custom Friction Folder. LOVED how this thing turned out, even if he forgot to engrave my name on the blade.

Awesome pick up Mac. Love all of Michael's work, especially the friction folder. I have been looking at his EDC knife & the folder. :tu

[issues]

Nice blade Mac, glad it finally came in!!!

Hope to see it the next time we herf! :)

[Blak Smyth]

Finally received my Michael Morris Custom Friction Folder. LOVED how this thing turned out, even if he forgot to engrave my name on the blade.

http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv82/kelmac07_photo/Sticks/IMG_6167_zps6fd1a4ce.jpg

http://i672.photobucket.com/albums/vv82/kelmac07_photo/Sticks/IMG_6173_zps45c572c7.jpg

Awesome Mac, too bad about the missing name.

[riverdawg]

Nice little bottle opener ya got dere Mac.