D4wave Question

[MANIXWORLD]

How many D4wave owners here on the forums have had their Waved Delica's reground to a FFG?
Or are you happy with the flat saber grind on this model Delica,and prefer no modification whatsoever.

[THG]

I have a D4W, but I haven't had it flat-ground. I'm interested in getting either it or my Endura (on the way) done, though. I'm interested to see what difference the grind makes while cutting.

[markg]

I see the "waved" knives are more... as we like to say around here... "MBC" oriented. If that is the case, I would prefer not to have it flat ground.

[MAT888]

I have a D4W, but I haven't had it flat-ground. I'm interested in getting either it or my Endura (on the way) done, though. I'm interested to see what difference the grind makes while cutting.

After a couple of years edc'n mine i send it to germany for a pro full flat grind. It pleases me very much. For robust heavy duty work the sabre grind is great. But if you want a turbo charged cutting demon for precize cutting i recommand it highly;




I think the D4w is excellent for edc. You don't have to use the wave feature. You can still thumb it open regular style.
I don't see it anymore tactical then a regular D4.

[Murdoc]

I have the "original" :p FFG (or better: zero ground) D4W done by Jürgen Schanz (who modded Maartens knife, too) and I like it very much.
It has become one **** of a pocket laser!

Talking about SD: Ok, this grind is not as rugged as the original one, but see it as the little brother of the Civilian: in an emegency, it has to work ONCE, and in such a situation, you want a REALLY SHARP knife, not one with a maximum of robustness. (The Civilian isn't supposed to survive a "mission" unharmed, neither...)
And while training MBC, you are hopefully equipped with the trainer :eek: :rolleyes: so there is no opportunity to damage the blade.... or the athlete :)

For EDC, the grind is solid enough if you take a little care. However, If you are concerned about the stability of the blade, i'd suggest an ordinary FFG, not a zero grind like on our Delicas. If I had to decide again, I think I'd go with that option, too. But that zero grind is nevertheless just fascinating! :)

Dennis


P.S.: For additional pics, refer to the original thread where I presented it first.



P.S.: For additional pics, you can always refer to the original thread where I presented it first.

[THG]

After a couple of years edc'n mine i send it to germany for a pro full flat grind. It pleases me very much. For robust heavy duty work the sabre grind is great. But if you want a turbo charged cutting demon for precize cutting i recommand it highly;

I think the D4w is excellent for edc. You don't have to use the wave feature. You can still thumb it open regular style.
I don't see it anymore tactical then a regular D4.

I do lots of heavier box cutting. Do you recommend I keep the saber grind, or would flat do better?

[to_the_edge]

Have one, never saw the need to have it reground. a :spyder: Wonderful as is.

[MANIXWORLD]

I can see a D4W in a FFG like the pics above and a G10 handle,maybe foilage green,and thin steel liners between the handle slabs,full screw construction-How do you like them apples?

[MANIXWORLD]

After a couple of years edc'n mine i send it to germany for a pro full flat grind. It pleases me very much. For robust heavy duty work the sabre grind is great. But if you want a turbo charged cutting demon for precize cutting i recommand it highly;




I think the D4w is excellent for edc. You don't have to use the wave feature. You can still thumb it open regular style.
I don't see it anymore tactical then a regular D4.

the D4W tends to grow on you,with that different look and xtra functionality-The FFG just compliments the whole package-work of art.Enjoi..

[MAT888]

I do lots of heavier box cutting. Do you recommend I keep the saber grind, or would flat do better?

I think a flatgrind would perform great too but in a less extreme configuration as murdocs and mine. You could opt for the g10 FG flatground delica . You could also ask Tom Krein or any other pro to give a regular D4 a normal flatgrind with some more backbevel. I think with VG10 a 30 degree included flatgrind would be a good compromize between a Zero full flat and a production full flat one at 40 included.

I agree with Murdoc that our Zero'ones are solid enough but take a bit more care. You can't twist cut on heavy materials. If you cut straight they do fine. The plus is they resharpen /touch up very easy as there is less material /no backbevel.

Let us know what you decide.
Greets Maarten

[MAT888]

Manixworld,

thanks,
yes it is pleasing the eyes with that smooth slick edge.



Little brother of the Civilian LOL Murdoc

[tonydahose]

just a heads up for you guys contemplating this (at least in the US) i remember reading that Mr Krein has a dealer he works with and if you already dont have the knife he can order it and regrind it and ship it out to you...that way you dont have to pay for the postage a few extra times.

[Majidoc]

Have one...like it as is.