Stretch XL discussion
Stretch XL discussion
Just look at that size to weight ratio! I thought the FFG Pacific Salt was impressive, but this looks like it could be the new king of large, lightweight folders.
Better edge to handle ratio than the Stretch 2, much better size to weight ratio, and a size that will personally work better for me. Saying I'm excited is an understatement!
Also! Available in PE, CE and SE right out of the gate!
I'm gonna go a head and say it. We're gonna need to see a salt version of this!
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In SE that is going to be a lot of teeth.
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And no liners! I hope to see more linerless models coming out in the future.
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MAN !!!
I thought this one would be a bit too large for me, but it is actually almost not longer closed than my absolute favorite Endura (EDIT: They are actually of the exact same length)... has the exact same cutting edge length AND a choil... and about Manix 2 LW weight (this I almost can't believe, even though it's linerless)
And: Ffg SE!!
Very excited about this model!!!
I thought this one would be a bit too large for me, but it is actually almost not longer closed than my absolute favorite Endura (EDIT: They are actually of the exact same length)... has the exact same cutting edge length AND a choil... and about Manix 2 LW weight (this I almost can't believe, even though it's linerless)
And: Ffg SE!!
Very excited about this model!!!
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Top three going by pocket-time (update March 24):
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
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... I was / am very much looking forward to the FRN Chief, but I am pretty sure the Stretch XL is even better (for me).
Top three going by pocket-time (update March 24):
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
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2.7 ounces!! Might have to get one just to try it. Not usually a fan of big blades but that kind of weight for the size is pretty amazing. A G10 Para 3 is about 3 ounces! Now throw a K390 blade in this thing and I'd be all over it.
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Edge length exactly like Endura/ Pac Salt...
Top three going by pocket-time (update March 24):
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
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Interesting thought. I also am waiting for the Native Chief... but I probably won't enjoy the blocky Native style handles as much as I do the Stretch. Hmmmm.
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I was thinking the same thing. I have been looking forward to the Native Chief LW thinking the Stretch XL would be too large. It does not appear that will be the case at all. This is a great size!
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Definitely worth trying out! If you have ever handled the LC200N Pac Salt. It is crazy how light it feels.Wandering_About wrote: ↑Tue Jan 11, 2022 1:59 pm2.7 ounces!! Might have to get one just to try it. Not usually a fan of big blades but that kind of weight for the size is pretty amazing. A G10 Para 3 is about 3 ounces! Now throw a K390 blade in this thing and I'd be all over it.
- Jeff
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I really like VG-10, but you can already see the potential down the road for different steels. If you want something different than H-1 or LC200N but also want the the lightweight feature of the Salt Line... I used to think with FRN you really needed liners. But the approval on this forum for the Pac Salt, Manix, and the Native 5 lock up without liners has changed my mind. This is exciting to see a linerless model from Seki that is not limited to just the Salt lineup.
- Jeff
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I am in for a full SE model! I predict a dealer exclusive happening pretty quick with plain edge. I do like VG10 as it will keep the price in check, I am thinking $115 to $120 price range like a plain police 4.
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Never tried a Pac Salt. The Endura handle just isn't my thing. The Stretch is a favorite though, so the XL version has my attention.JSumm wrote: ↑Tue Jan 11, 2022 2:03 pmDefinitely worth trying out! If you have ever handled the LC200N Pac Salt. It is crazy how light it feels.Wandering_About wrote: ↑Tue Jan 11, 2022 1:59 pm2.7 ounces!! Might have to get one just to try it. Not usually a fan of big blades but that kind of weight for the size is pretty amazing. A G10 Para 3 is about 3 ounces! Now throw a K390 blade in this thing and I'd be all over it.
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No need to speculate on pricing, $112.35 at BladeHQ. I have to say, that's less than I was expecting. And certainly less than I'm expecting the Chief FRN to go for.
And in case anyone wondered what the SE looks like:
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This is the first release to get me excited in a looong time. I’m so in for this one :)
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Well not the handle just the balance in hand for the weight. I was concerned about the lack of liners some time ago, but had the chance to handle one and I like it! I am more and more interested in linerless FRN handles.Wandering_About wrote: ↑Tue Jan 11, 2022 2:30 pmNever tried a Pac Salt. The Endura handle just isn't my thing. The Stretch is a favorite though, so the XL version has my attention.JSumm wrote: ↑Tue Jan 11, 2022 2:03 pmDefinitely worth trying out! If you have ever handled the LC200N Pac Salt. It is crazy how light it feels.Wandering_About wrote: ↑Tue Jan 11, 2022 1:59 pm2.7 ounces!! Might have to get one just to try it. Not usually a fan of big blades but that kind of weight for the size is pretty amazing. A G10 Para 3 is about 3 ounces! Now throw a K390 blade in this thing and I'd be all over it.
- Jeff
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Man, even the serrations look perfect!!!
Rather shallow as far as i can see, and exactly the right amount of PE towards the tip..
Can´t find anything that is NOT perfect on this model... perhaps that I´d slightly prefer the original Stretch blade shape. but that´s about it and the straight spine not a deal breaker at all..
/ Wonder what this will cost in Europe. US prices are less than I would have expected - another advantage of linerless FRN, I guess...
Top three going by pocket-time (update March 24):
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
- EDC: Endura thin red line ffg combo edge (VG10); Wayne Goddard PE (4V), Endela SE (VG10)
-Mountains/outdoors: Pac.Salt 1 SE (H1), Salt 2 SE (LC200N), and also Wayne Goddard PE (4V)
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I've always preferred the Stretch to Endura when it comes to handle shapes, but there's no rust proof Stretch. If they make this XL version a Salt someday I might not even keep a Pacific in my rotation any more.Wandering_About wrote: ↑Tue Jan 11, 2022 2:30 pmNever tried a Pac Salt. The Endura handle just isn't my thing. The Stretch is a favorite though, so the XL version has my attention.JSumm wrote: ↑Tue Jan 11, 2022 2:03 pmDefinitely worth trying out! If you have ever handled the LC200N Pac Salt. It is crazy how light it feels.Wandering_About wrote: ↑Tue Jan 11, 2022 1:59 pm2.7 ounces!! Might have to get one just to try it. Not usually a fan of big blades but that kind of weight for the size is pretty amazing. A G10 Para 3 is about 3 ounces! Now throw a K390 blade in this thing and I'd be all over it.