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random question-

regarding added toughness with cruwear, M4, 3v - will it make a noticeable difference in keeping a fine tip like on the Millie from dulling or blunting? Compared to s30-110v type steels

UKPK - for cost reasons. Manix is probably the best option to really test performance though...

And I can see why people really like this design. I am about to go mess around with it now on my Pac Salt. I am leaving it in the kitchen for quick tough ups on Kitchen knifes. Love the design! Way to use your brains Sal and Co, seriously, very creative design!

Superb knife!

This thread inspired to me to IWB carry my waterway all of Friday! Even in shorts and the hot AZ weather, it was a pretty easy carry. I dig Fixed Blade Friday

How much tougher is 3V then LC200N? I was under the impression that LC200N is very tough, similar to H1

My UF Bench Stone arrived the other day and I have just begun to fiddle around with it. But, it is unlike any other stone I have worked with and am curious if there are good tips or tricks you guys have? For example, I was cleaning the powdered steel off the stone with a regular papertowel and water...

What’s it like to use if you have big hands? I really like Paul Alexander’s designs, but the slating the Ourobous* got for simply having Teflon washers should have been a lesson learned. Nick S’s video review probably killed that model. *FWIW I use a silicon lubricant on mine and it’s fantastic. It...

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Wed Apr 17, 2019 11:09 am

So the customer/user has to modify a new knife to prevent cutting their hand? Doesn't sound very fantastic to me.

I have not had to mod it...

Got my waterway today! Impressions - The handle is a little thinner then I expected, but still fills the hand is super grippy. You can tell this is made for water/bloody slippery conditions. I love the blade size, handle, overall length, and holster. Stud of a knife! I will play with the steel in th...

I placed an order with KC (pre order) and it was delivered 3 days later. What an amazing knife! Action is smooth and the flipper tab is great, F&F is dialed in, and it is sleek and stylish. The cut out of the comp lock is small, but it works just fine, and I think that was required to keep the k...

I pulled the trigger on the Ikuchi! Pre order at least. I hope it comes in soon. Now, let’s see how much I can get for Stretch... thanks for the options and info fellas! The uniqueness of the Ikuchi is appealing, specifically the blade shape and the blade disappearing into the handle. It may be a me...

Cool! That is great to hear. From a pricing perspective, I think that Ikuchi is my target. I do not "need" anything better then S30V, especially on a folder that will not see hard use.

I am definitely leaning towards Taichung models.
Mantra 2
Spydiechef
Ikuchi

or a ZT 0450 (SHHHH, do not tell anyone). SMOOOTH action...

I just realized that everything I have that I would consider as a gentleman folder is from Taichung. What up Golden?! https://i.imgur.com/MBXiJGt.jpg Edit: I take it back ;) https://i.imgur.com/KxE1FAY.jpg What are your thoughts on the Ikuchi's comp lock? That design looks interesting and unique. I...

Dang that chap handle is smaller then I thought, compared to the delica. But I bet it works nice with the choil. The stretch is awesome, I just never carry it. I either go smaller or larger, but recently I realized my only “upscale” knife is my Millie which is too large to carry sometimes.

Let me add to my post above: How about "pimping" your Stretch into something more gentleman-like? Aftermarker CF scales for example? ;) (I know, that would be quite expensive, for you logically would not have the funds from selling the Stretch). Haha, I like the idea of “pimping” my curre...

The Ikuchi looks awesome! Even though its S30V, that is a good option. S30V is great, I was just hoping for some diversity...

I should clarify. I was hoping for an upgraded handle material. Ti or CF, something upgraded. I have almost all FRN and love it, but wanted 1 knife a little nicer.

I keep comparing a mantra 2 vs a 0450 ZR right now. Any other similar sized options I am missing?

I almost want to get real weird and get a Parata. VG 10, but it looks so funky!