Techno vs. Quartermaster Murdock
Techno vs. Quartermaster Murdock
I hope I am not treading on excommunication for requesting a comparison between one of the favorite Spyderco knives in some time to another offering, but here we go. I can't remember the last time I bought something other than a Spydie...(I think it was either the 0561 or SR1-A, not sure) but it's been some time. Anyways, I always peruse the new arrivals at some of the larger web dealers and I have noticed the Quartermaster knives showing up and a couple look pretty interesting (one folding karambit and the Murdock). After looking around a little the company looks legit, but I don't see alot of comments/reviews on their products so I am coming to my most trusted source.
I really like the looks of the techno and I am sure I will have one eventually, but this is not a cheap impulse buy (especially since my first purchase of the month will be and edge pro and probably some upgraded stones). So I noticed the "Murdock" has a similar LBK build and I wondered if any of you own both, or if you have any feedback on the company or quality of the product. You don't have to tell me the techno is far superior, I pretty much assume this is the case, but are there similarities, or any virtues of this little tank. It looks almost as thick as it is tall but I am intrigued. Any comparison photos? Should this be in off topic?
I really like the looks of the techno and I am sure I will have one eventually, but this is not a cheap impulse buy (especially since my first purchase of the month will be and edge pro and probably some upgraded stones). So I noticed the "Murdock" has a similar LBK build and I wondered if any of you own both, or if you have any feedback on the company or quality of the product. You don't have to tell me the techno is far superior, I pretty much assume this is the case, but are there similarities, or any virtues of this little tank. It looks almost as thick as it is tall but I am intrigued. Any comparison photos? Should this be in off topic?
Besides being short, wide, and heavy I don't know how similar the knives would be. I don't own either, nor a Benchmade 755 MPR, but feel it to be a closer competitor to the Techno.
At give/take $76 I don't think any maker has the means to put all those materials together to rival one of the big three.
At give/take $76 I don't think any maker has the means to put all those materials together to rival one of the big three.
- razorsharp
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quatermaster is made by Wayeah knives in China... there is proof if you look.
http://portexaminer.com/trade-data/waye ... a36l64504/ look at the addy
http://www.quartermasterknives.com/contact.html
now look at this addy
https://maps.google.co.nz/maps?q=227+Tu ... tates&z=19
Just like how mantis claims s60v on their knives qtrmstr claims to have CPM154, you are not getting CPM154
you arent getting texas made
now look at all the proprietary hardware and stuff, the materials, and now look at the price point............. now where is about the only place you can offer this stuff so cheap?
http://portexaminer.com/trade-data/waye ... a36l64504/ look at the addy
http://www.quartermasterknives.com/contact.html
now look at this addy
https://maps.google.co.nz/maps?q=227+Tu ... tates&z=19
Just like how mantis claims s60v on their knives qtrmstr claims to have CPM154, you are not getting CPM154
you arent getting texas made
now look at all the proprietary hardware and stuff, the materials, and now look at the price point............. now where is about the only place you can offer this stuff so cheap?
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Hahah!dgebler wrote:thanks travis...id rather have a mule anyway.
wow...that looks pretty dirty!
i guess that means not "even the boxes are made in usa"
reminds me of the old story of a town in china named "usa"
-Spencer
Rotation:
Gayle Bradley 2 | Mantra 1 | Watu | Chaparral 1 | Dragonfly 2 Salt SE
Rotation:
Gayle Bradley 2 | Mantra 1 | Watu | Chaparral 1 | Dragonfly 2 Salt SE
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Similar only slightly smaller are Mantis Tough Tony and Pit Boss. Blade of CPM-440V aka S60V. 2.375" blade length and less than $60.
Paul
:spyder: Sage1, Stretch II CE-sold, S35VN Mule,Manix 2 CTS-XHP, Delica BRG ZDP-189 PE, Manix 2 CPM M4, Para 2 CTS-20CP :), M390 Mule, #Southard Flipper, Left Hand Millie, Para 2 204P :D, Delica Super blue
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:spyder: Sage1, Stretch II CE-sold, S35VN Mule,Manix 2 CTS-XHP, Delica BRG ZDP-189 PE, Manix 2 CPM M4, Para 2 CTS-20CP :), M390 Mule, #Southard Flipper, Left Hand Millie, Para 2 204P :D, Delica Super blue
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A month or two of extra savings to get what you really want always results in a happier buy. Save for the Techno and you'll be glad you did.
Current EDC rotation: Southard, Paramilitary 2, Sage 1, G10 DF2, Techno
On deck: Military, Caly 3.5, Air
Wish List: M4 Military, S90V PM2, Superblue Caly 3.5, G-10 Jester
On deck: Military, Caly 3.5, Air
Wish List: M4 Military, S90V PM2, Superblue Caly 3.5, G-10 Jester