Serrated edge or plain ?

[johns]

I'm looking for opinions on which to get.
Until my Matriarch gets here, I've never owned a knife with a serrated edge. I just thought that the plain edge would be easier to sharpen.
Now I'm considering a Crossbill and was going to order it with the plain edge.
Is there an advantage to the serrated edge?
Sorry if this is an all too often asked subject, but I didn't find much by doing a search.

[pjrocco]

I personally perfer PE. Just because I love the looks, it can do most anything a SE can do and it sharpens well. (not that SE doesn't sharpen well)

SE does have its advantages, like it stays sharper longer, and it is alot better with plastic... Example zip ties, one quick pull and your through.

I like to carry a CE if possible, so I have the best of both worlds.

It's really what you like.

I know some people on this forum could probably have a 2 day fight on what one is better. :p :p :D

[Irish Lager]

both are great, but i am becoming more and more an SE fan. the spyderedge cuts through everything, holds an edge forever, and looks great too. i do own knives in PE, CE, and SE and love them all in their own way. depending on your needs will be the final decision making tools.
GS

[clovisc]

the answer can only be... both. :D

my ideal carry for work is a larger serrated knife, and a smaller, VERY sharp PE blade for more precise cuts.

[David Lowry]

Personally I love SE.

I never really cared for SE until I bought a fully serrated Delica FRN.

I love the Spyder Edge.


Oh.......and uh..........Welcome to the forum :D . Nice to have ya.

[Stormdrane]

This info is found here on Spyderco's website under the Edge-U-Cation tab on the home page :D


http://spyderco.com/edge-u-cation/index.php?item=6

What is a SpyderEdge?

Why does Spyderco manufacture SpyderEdge (serrated) blades?
Because serrations improve cutting ability. The tips of the serrations provide single point penetration at the same time the center of effort rotates around each serration for an infinite number of cutting angles, increasing the cutting edge length by up to 24% (Diagram B). A serration is a sharpened recessed curve along the edge of the blade and has more linear cutting surface than a straight edge in the same space (Diagram A). And, serrations improve edge retention because the tips initiate the cut easing the amount of force required by the recessed edges. The points actually protect the sharp inside curves that continue the cut, thus the curves have less wear over time. Our signature SpyderEdge, also referred to as a two-step serration incorporates a repeated pattern of one large and two small serrations (Diagram B).


There have been many variations of serrated edges produced over the years. Even a properly sharpened plain edge will exhibit vertical scratch patterns with "micro-serrations" that enable the edge to cut efficiently (Diagram C). Overall, the SpyderEdge provides the most efficient cutting performance in a serrated edge. We recommend it for all your aggressive jobs such as cutting rope, seat belts, cardboard, rubber hose and leather. With proper cutting technique, the SpyderEdge can function equally well for fine-skilled tasks such as skinning, cutting paper and slicing. The SpyderEdge is easily maintained with our Tri-Angle Sharpmaker or ProFile sets.

[333]

just my .02

I personally love SE, i used to like PE but the edges seems to go dull fast.
Both edges will cut but SE is more aggresive, it will last longer and will cut just about anything like a laser, sharpening will be a pain if you dont own a Sharpmaker.

Btw i only like the Spyderedge, on the rare chance i get a knife from another company i will get PE only because the spyderedge is the most efficiant serrations I've seen and handled.

In the end its your choice both kinds of :spyder: will cut anything.
You cant go wrong either way.

333

[spydutch]

I go for fully serrated all the time. I like the looks and a serrated edge cuts through almost anything in a flash. I don't really like CE because the serrated part of the blade is too short( like on my Manix CE which doesn't come fully serrated, unfortunately)

[PERTINAX]

SE all the way. And they are just as easy to sharpen as the PE, and I sharpen a LOT of knives! Of course, I use the :spyder: sharpening system, so it does make a difference.

[thom lambert]

I guess I will be the contrary voice and say PE. I find them far easier to sharpen, like the looks better, and prefer the way they cut. I like the smoothness of cutting with a PE blade. The only SE I use is a rescue knife - you can't beat SE for getting through rope quickly.

T

[Jimd]

I like both.
Currently, all the Spydies are ComboEdge.

As has been already stated, Spyderco makes the best, most efficient serrations that I've ever handled, from any company.

The serrations stay sharp very long, and cut **** near anything with a viciousness. They're really not that difficult to sharpen, either.

With that said, I'd like to pick up a few Spydies with PE.

[STR]

Unless I had a job requiring I cut a lot of rope, or cardboard boxes all the time I think I'd always prefer the plain edge personally.

[WOTANSON1]

SE for me allways, It just cuts better imho, stays sharper longer and if you have a sharpmaker, is very easy to sharpen. Think of it this way, if you only carry one knife, it's better to have a SE blade when you don't need it than not have it when you do. Does this make sense?
Cheers,
Rob

[johns]

Thanks for all your opinions!
I ended up buying a SE!