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[Xobeloot]

What model was this?

[Xobeloot]

I stand corrected. I did a little google work and did come across a few models that are made in Taiwan.

/Bows graciously

[RobsanX]

i guess it was the made in taiwan stamped into the side of the blade that made me think that.

Where's that "Favorite Snuson Quotes" thread? I need to post this! :lol: :lol: :lol:

[Sal1000us]

I stand corrected. I did a little google work and did come across a few models that are made in Taiwan.

Most companies have a cheaper line which is basically Asian. Spyderco has a new beautiful series of knives selling for $20 which is advertised as Spyderco but in reality it is designed by spyderco for Byrd.

Went to the local gun shop yesterday and bought a nice little pocket knife. Xobe you would love the opening mechanism, the little Kershaw opens as fast as any automatic switchblade, flick of the rest not needed. perfect little suit knife for $30 on sale. It is not a tactical or fighting knife but a sweet little knife. I must have have clicked it open 200 times since yesterday.



It is about 5 1/4 when open

[Xobeloot]

That is a nice little blade.

Mine is closer to 9" open :wink:

[Sal1000us]

I saw the picture of your blade and that is an awesome blade man. A little too big for my hands though. I have been looking at the native by spyderco (the only spyderco which is normal looking and not weird) it is about 7" open and about $50 on ebay but is not the most attractive knife. SOG makes some good-looking knives but I am not sure what the reliability is like, I will be on the look.

p.s. I need to shrink the pic above. The large size is throwing off the margins, hard to read.

[luckysealy]

I stand corrected. I did a little google work and did come across a few models that are made in Taiwan.

/Bows graciously

no problem man, i was a bit surprised when i saw that on the blade. i think they make great knives. i just want an american knife when i buy a benchmade.

[Sal1000us]

Lucky, I think it is just the PIKA series that are import, the rest are made here. Spyderco is doing the same, they have a cheap import series around $20. In a way it is shame that these good companies with excellent products are cheapening their names & also moving the work to Asian countries for cheaper labor and subsequently create a cheaper product too.

The picture shows the imported Benchmade Pika which sells for $19.99



p.s. I should stop talking about knives on this thread. I think there is a knife thread somewhere.

[luckysealy]

the one i looked at was nicer than that one. it was $90 if i remember right.

[Xobeloot]

Hell. I only payed about $80 shipped for mine.

[Sal1000us]

Amazing Benchmade test. Spyderco puked on a similar test performed by the French guy. I know what I am going to buy

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0hbaL...eature=related

[CaptNihil]

Benchmade rocks. They make one of the most reliable blades. It is a great privilege to own one of those babies in Eastern Europe. very prestigious to flick one open in any blade community. How about a knife thread to discuss different tactical or EDC knives, different types of steel and steel blades, maybe some pictures. It seems like there are couple of guys here who are into knives.

[luckysealy]

i pulled the trigger and ordered a bm557tanto. i also ordered the bluebox service kit, some blue lube, and a field sharpener. got all of it for $109 shipped. it was an american made model.

[CaptNihil]

i pulled the trigger and ordered a bm557tanto.

That is a beauty man, you know your knives. Congratulations on the purchase. Benchmade Mini Griptilian Tanto is the perfect EDC and legal to carry almost anywhere because of the 3 inch blade. You can use it as a tactical blade if you have to, a perfect EDC and even as utility but I wouldn't use it for that purpose. It is also less than 3 ounces which makes it even more attractive. The blade in 557 uses 154CM steel which is excellent steel as far as blades go but you will have to carefully clean the blade after a heavy use when staining could be a concern. I have been using this site for years to compare different steels before buying a knife.

http://zknives.com/knives/articles/knifesteelfaq.shtml

Have fun with your new toy.

[luckysealy]

i am looking forward to trying the bm out. i have been carrying a kershaw leek for a few years. a blackout before that. i tried to carry a buck that i won on a tip board. it is a nice knife, but it opened up in my pocket twice. once i cut myself slightly. the other time it cut through my jeans and the seat on the bus. i've heard a lot of good things about bm. anyone know anything about the fenix l2t? i am thinking about getting a nicer flashlight.