Robin 2 just my type

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FinnBear
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Robin 2 just my type

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Hi to You all knives enthusiasts,

I will praise Byrd Robin 2 (not a review) :winking-tongue

So I am that guy who doesn't think about himself as a knife collector (although I got several knives) but more as a knife user. I don't abuse it, but simple everyday light/hard tasks. Scratches are part of life, so I don't polish my blades.
I'm also the small blade fan as I can do almost everything I need to with it.

After many years of using SAKs, Rats, SOGs, CRKTs, Cases, Moras and Izulas I realized I want something similar or better in handling and working but with one-handed opening.

The obvious - OH SAK - is too big for my taste and needs so I looked at Spyderco knives.

After many reviews and opinions I was pretty sure I want a Dragonfly-ish knife. Because I couldn't afford it (it's not overpriced) and for sure I wouldn't buy a counterfeit or a clone I decided to buy a Byrd Robin 2 in FRN handle.

Oh Boy, that was such a good choice :)

So right from the box it was love at first sight. Lovley size, fit and finish - perfectly made - as I hoped, razor sharp, easy to open and close with one hand. Sure it was stiffer then the Spydercos I looked and touched but I wasn't buying it for flicking (although it is fun) but for work.

And it worked like a charm.

I got medium/large hands but Robin was like a glove. The choil was great, the jimping was correct, the blade length perfect. I could cut cardboards, boxes, do some time with woodcarving (sure it's not the best but it may surprise), cut wires, ropes and food. If you know how to do it :) And all of that with one hand only which is a great adventage. And what I wanted.

So I put it in my pocket and took it everywhere - from my everyday routine like job and walks, to canoeing and hiking and camping. Sure I got my trusty SAK Cybertool L in my bag (for other tools if I would be in need) and Izula/Mora (just in case) but I used Robin all the time and those other knives was hardly in hand. 5 long years of hard work and fun.

It was the most useable knife I've ever had. In fact there are 3 knives I love: the Robin, the Case Medium Jack and SAK Sportsman but since that little Byrd flew into my hands he made a nest inside my heart.

And after those years together he flew somewhere while canoeing. R2 was more like my friend so it was devastating.

But life goes on and I bought another one. New byrd flew to my hand. And I know already that it will be a long and happy friendship.

Thank You :)
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Post by TazKristi »

Hi, FinnBear:
Welcome to our forum. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. It's fantastic to hear that your Robin 2 served you so well for so long. I trust that your new byrd knife will serve you equally as well.

We hope you enjoy your time with us!

Kristi
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Post by Bemo »

Thanks for the report! The Byrd line just doesn't seem to get the credit it deserves. Spyderco's 8CrMov is run harder than other manufacturers which makes it a different experience. I've really become enamored of the Harrier 2 particularly in the wharnie configuration.
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+1
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Post by embry386 »

Byrd really is a great value. I have one of the Rescue Cara Caras as a car knife, and I lie how solid and strong it feels. Not a fancy tool, but a good and useable and dependable one.

Enjoy the new Byrd! ;)
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accidental double post
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That would make a great children’s storybook. I’d buy one.
FinnBear
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Post by FinnBear »

Thank You for all your posts and kind words. I rarely write on forums but in this case I decided to speak up for a robin as I think this knife deserves more praise.

@ranger_ike I'm glad you like it :)
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Thanks FinnBear, nice to here as I just bought one.
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Post by z1r »

I have a SE SS R2 and PE FRN. Great little knives. I love the Byrds I have. My Hawkbill gets a lot of use, just wish they made a PE version too.
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