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Posted: 8/12/2018 12:06:04 PM EDT
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Smokey Mountain Knife Works (in store, I don't think these are on the website at all) had a bunch of the Hogue/ Sig Sauer autos on closeout yesterday at $150 a pop. I ended up getting an EX-A01 Tanto for $160 after tax.
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Posted: 8/12/2018 12:42:55 PM EDT
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No complaints on my HK benchmade. Has to be going on 3-4 years carring everyday. Mostly a box cutter.
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Posted: 8/12/2018 1:09:13 PM EDT
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Smokey Mountain Knife Works (in store, I don't think these are on the website at all) had a bunch of the Hogue/ Sig Sauer autos on closeout yesterday at $150 a pop. I ended up getting an EX-A01 Tanto for $160 after tax. http://i64.tinypic.com/21mhn5z.jpg http://i66.tinypic.com/nc1npw.jpg http://i64.tinypic.com/732fc3.jpg |
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Posted: 8/12/2018 1:15:20 PM EDT
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I've been collecting Microtech since 1997, and I've never had an issue with their customer service. They even throw in free stuff. Unless the knives you have are long out of production and they just don't have parts for them anymore, I have a real hard time believing you. But relevant to the thread: Here is a shitty video comparison/review I did of a fake Cypher vs. a genuine. My first & only youtube video, so forgive my lack of skills & crap narration.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hEo7UnSxx5AI was told that they would "get back to me" after the Blade Show both by email and automatic message by telephone... several weeks after that year's show had ended. Other times I was just placed on hold for extremely long periods. MT has shit CS. Fucking awful CS. Some of the worst ever. |
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Posted: 8/12/2018 1:21:17 PM EDT
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This is the most expensive website I've ever been a member of.  |
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Posted: 8/12/2018 1:23:20 PM EDT
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I have a couple of Benchmade Infidels. They are both double edged satin D2. D2 holds an
edge like mad but must be kept oiled. I like them. I think the Microtech is stronger but I don't care for the company. I live not too far from them. Asheville Steel or Paragon makes nice stuff. They are cool and I have a mini-Cobra automatic they built. It has a Harold Corby hand ground signed blade. It is an auto folder and is very snappy. It is very well made...I recommend them highly. |
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Posted: 8/12/2018 2:34:06 PM EDT
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You guys ordering on DHgate - are you not worried about Ordering from outside the US? I thought that was verboten.
Also, are you having to pay duty or are these just being delivered like any other mail? |
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Posted: 8/12/2018 3:23:16 PM EDT
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I have had a few, say around 10 or so. I sold off the ones that I found were not up to snuff. The two I have left are the Microtech Ultratech Tanto and a Benchmade Infidel.
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Posted: 8/12/2018 3:51:24 PM EDT
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As I detailed earlier, they also would not service my Daytona, which was in production at the time. The only thing wrong with it was a broken mainspring. I was told that they would "get back to me" after the Blade Show both by email and automatic message by telephone... several weeks after that year's show had ended. Other times I was just placed on hold for extremely long periods. MT has shit CS. Fucking awful CS. Some of the worst ever. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I've been collecting Microtech since 1997, and I've never had an issue with their customer service. They even throw in free stuff. Unless the knives you have are long out of production and they just don't have parts for them anymore, I have a real hard time believing you. But relevant to the thread: Here is a shitty video comparison/review I did of a fake Cypher vs. a genuine. My first & only youtube video, so forgive my lack of skills & crap narration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hEo7UnSxx5AI was told that they would "get back to me" after the Blade Show both by email and automatic message by telephone... several weeks after that year's show had ended. Other times I was just placed on hold for extremely long periods. MT has shit CS. Fucking awful CS. Some of the worst ever. They sell 70k knives a year now, but I did hear they hired more people for CS after Blade this year. Marfione is a special kind of dick, but his OTF designs are far superior to any other production OTF, and OTFs are my favorite. Use this link for returns & repairs. When you get your RA number, put it on the box on all sides, inside the box, and on a post it or a rubber banded piece of paper or sticker and send it in. I do that to make sure there is no room for error. https://www.microtechknives.com/warranty-repair/ If you have trouble in the future, there are a bunch of Microtech collector's groups that can help regardless. The spring in the Daytona is a really easy fix, it sucks you sold it at a loss over such a cheap easy part. Spring replacement is probably the thing they do most, I have never heard of them refusing to do that before. But there are a ton of collectors that will do it too. I wouldn't have even charged you. I think when I picked up springs, they were a dollar. Btw, opening it does not void the warranty, nor does sharpening (they can't tell if youve opened it) unless you do what they are trying to prevent by stating that; namely sending them a bag of parts you've lost several of trying to fix your knife, or a blade you mangled with your electric can openers grinder. |
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Posted: 8/12/2018 3:59:53 PM EDT
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That guy might be reselling them for $200. But they're only $48 direct from the source. You can get them with Microtech logos, or without logos like the "$200" ones in that Instagram video https://m.dhgate.com/product/special-offer-halo-vi-tactical-knife-4-4/416229390.html#s1-2-1;searl|0914661969 https://www.dhresource.com/600x600/f2/albu/g7/M00/0E/25/rBVaSVs8fjKATQraAAUP9SMOu9g558.jpg [ You can get anything from total junk, to 90% Microtech quality. I keep a fake Scarab in my toolbox in the trunk. |
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Posted: 8/12/2018 5:47:10 PM EDT
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Sorry, but I'm not spending $300 on a knife... Got this Titan OTF for $30. Right after WI allowed them. I use it every day to cut stuff at work... Works great... I got it originally to check out OTF's to see if I wanted a good one. And this one has been great... |
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Posted: 8/12/2018 5:50:43 PM EDT
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https://www.bladeops.com/Benchmade-H-K-Tumult-OTF-Knife-Tactical-Black-Pl-p/ben14800bk.htm
HK OTF made by Benchmade. Great knife! My daily carry. |
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Posted: 8/12/2018 6:02:06 PM EDT
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I've checked this thread every few hours since it started. I've currently got $150 worth of knives in my dhgate cart. Can't justify the cost of the Vespas, but I think I can do $50 on two different gens of Halo and a Trodon.
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Posted: 8/12/2018 7:03:28 PM EDT
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I've checked this thread every few hours since it started. I've currently got $150 worth of knives in my dhgate cart. Can't justify the cost of the Vespas, but I think I can do $50 on two different gens of Halo and a Trodon. |
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Posted: 8/13/2018 8:40:28 AM EDT
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tried again and rolled the dice, one each with Aliexpress and DHgate. I used a different network and no troubles, but we'll see in 30-60 days if anything shows up.
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Posted: 8/13/2018 9:47:36 AM EDT
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You guys ordering on DHgate - are you not worried about Ordering from outside the US? I thought that was verboten. Also, are you having to pay duty or are these just being delivered like any other mail? |
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Posted: 8/13/2018 11:37:45 AM EDT
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lemme know if you can make that damn website work, I couldn't complete any orders on it Quote HistoryQuoted:
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I've checked this thread every few hours since it started. I've currently got $150 worth of knives in my dhgate cart. Can't justify the cost of the Vespas, but I think I can do $50 on two different gens of Halo and a Trodon. 
My experience wiyh ordering from China is good. I bought 2 chinese Stihl clone chainsaw parts kits and they were delivered right to my door. |
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Posted: 8/13/2018 11:53:38 AM EDT
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I've been wanting to get a Microtech, gotta settle on a model
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Posted: 8/14/2018 1:02:24 AM EDT
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I have a Benchmade Infidel that got slow to open and close and I tried fixing it. I made it worse! Now it’s all in a bag waiting for time to fix it
I really want a Halo V! |
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Posted: 8/14/2018 1:10:19 AM EDT
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Post 9999 says
....a gun |
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Posted: 8/14/2018 3:10:12 AM EDT
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I bought a Makora II clone off of DH gate for shits and grins a while back (the seller was “chinahighendedc”). I have a real “Socom Elite” I bought in NYC during 9/11, but I‘ve babied it over the years and wanted something to use for edc.
So far the chinese clone is holding up just groovy, and I’m very happy for the $57 I paid. I was going to order a batch for the guys at work, but the seller was out when I went back to order more. I’ve been too chicken to make a bulk order when I know quality might vary widely. I don’t want to order 10 of them and then have bad luck and get crappy ones.lol I decided to let them risk it themselves one at a time. Mine has nice grinds, not much play, carbide glass breaker, etc. No zinc junk. Winner for my purposes. 
Fake Makora II above real Socom for scale.  Attached FileCame with the tool and a cheap nylon pouch.  Attached FileBall type carbide breaker  Attached File Attached File Attached FileThe only nit I could pick at all would be a tiny gap in the carbon fiber inlay (visible in the top pic beside the switch on top). For what I got vs. what I paid, I’m quite happy. Fires and locks up great. |
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Posted: 8/15/2018 10:30:17 AM EDT
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Lightning ordered from grindworx came in today. $35.
Fires fine, isn't gritty, pretty smooth fire and return. Quality is to be expected for a 35$ knife. The blade is dull as fuck. But that is easily fixed. When the blade is out and locked, the knife has some rattle noise coming from the firing switch and the blade moves very very slightly side to side when shaken. Doesn't rattle with the blade closed We will see how it holds up, but for $35 I'll use it for a novelty box cutter. |
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Posted: 8/15/2018 10:36:49 AM EDT
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Nah, there are varying degrees of quality in the fakes, too. These guys carry/make the best quality fakes. https://m.aliexpress.com/store/activities/seller/storeHomeFromAms.htm?storeNo=1908261&sellerAdminSeq=225384570#/ Usually they start out with them, then lesser ones start appearing with other sellers. You can get anything from total junk, to 90% Microtech quality. I keep a fake Scarab in my toolbox in the trunk. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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That guy might be reselling them for $200. But they're only $48 direct from the source. You can get them with Microtech logos, or without logos like the "$200" ones in that Instagram video https://m.dhgate.com/product/special-offer-halo-vi-tactical-knife-4-4/416229390.html#s1-2-1;searl|0914661969 https://www.dhresource.com/600x600/f2/albu/g7/M00/0E/25/rBVaSVs8fjKATQraAAUP9SMOu9g558.jpg You can get anything from total junk, to 90% Microtech quality. I keep a fake Scarab in my toolbox in the trunk. |
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Posted: 8/15/2018 10:04:27 PM EDT
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Let's say a guy wanted to drop no more than $75 on a knock-off OTF auto, what would be the Tier 1 of knock-offs (in that price range)? It looks like DH and Aliexpress are both selling the Halo KO, which is better to buy from? Asking for a friend.
ETA: Is that a double-action knife? |
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Posted: 8/15/2018 10:13:08 PM EDT
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Let's say a guy wanted to drop no more than $75 on a knock-off OTF auto, what would be the Tier 1 of knock-offs (in that price range)? It looks like DH and Aliexpress are both selling the Halo KO, which is better to buy from? Asking for a friend. ETA: Is that a double-action knife? |
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Posted: 8/15/2018 10:14:40 PM EDT
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Got my lightning tanto otf from perry knife works. Actually really impressed. Feel very solid, I've fired it over a thousand times and it's like a top. For $34 shipped you can't go wrong. Mine actually came shaving sharp as well, maybe I got lucky?
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Posted: 8/16/2018 3:27:39 PM EDT
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Got my lightning tanto otf from perry knife works. Actually really impressed. Feel very solid, I've fired it over a thousand times and it's like a top. For $34 shipped you can't go wrong. Mine actually came shaving sharp as well, maybe I got lucky? |
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Posted: 8/16/2018 3:37:31 PM EDT
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doing similar shopping now, and I've owned a benchmade/HK, 2 microtechs, and currently carry a protech. Getting a Combat Troodon when I find one I like. |
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Posted: 8/16/2018 5:17:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Go to the lightning website and sign up for their email list. Be patient, and you will get a coupon code for lightning knives for 25 bucks shipped. |
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Posted: 8/16/2018 5:29:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If I'm paying that much for a knife, I expect better steel than 440c. |
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Posted: 8/16/2018 6:15:25 PM EDT
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Any trick to this as I've tried it, but it seems not to work for me. I used it 2 nights ago and it worked. |
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Posted: 8/16/2018 6:35:05 PM EDT
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Plenty of haters, but one more vote for Microtech. Combat Troodon specifically. Been carrying one every day for the past few years with no problems.
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Posted: 8/16/2018 8:35:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: For lightningotfknives.com use code LT25 I used it 2 nights ago and it worked. But I just placed an order using the LT25, and got the confirmation e-mail right away. 25 bucks shipped for single edge, dual action. auto. |
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Posted: 8/16/2018 8:56:44 PM EDT
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I put in my email address last night, and haven't got a promo code. But I just placed an order using the LT25, and got the confirmation e-mail right away. 25 bucks shipped for single edge, dual action. auto. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: For lightningotfknives.com use code LT25 I used it 2 nights ago and it worked. But I just placed an order using the LT25, and got the confirmation e-mail right away. 25 bucks shipped for single edge, dual action. auto. ""Unable to find a valid discount matching the code entered"" |
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Posted: 8/16/2018 9:01:17 PM EDT
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I’ve had a lightning for a couple of months. I love it for the price
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Posted: 8/16/2018 9:12:31 PM EDT
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All the suggestions of garbage China knockoffs is disgusting.
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Posted: 8/16/2018 11:30:49 PM EDT
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Are these OTF knives combat worthy? 
I like my Benchmade Infidel, but it’s been named up twice by pocket change when I wasn’t paying attention to what else was in my pocket. Something to keep in mind that’s all. |
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Posted: 8/17/2018 7:32:51 AM EDT
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All the suggestions of garbage China knockoffs is disgusting. |
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Posted: 8/17/2018 7:42:11 AM EDT
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I have, however, had my card info stolen after ordering from popular U.S. based firearms industry sites, some of which are |
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Posted: 8/17/2018 9:37:15 AM EDT
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All the suggestions of garbage China knockoffs is disgusting. Well here we are...
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Posted: 8/17/2018 9:49:20 AM EDT
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Any trick to this as I've tried it, but it seems not to work for me. Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted: Go to the lightning website and sign up for their email list. Be patient, and you will get a coupon code for lightning knives for 25 bucks shipped. |
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Posted: 8/17/2018 9:50:12 AM EDT
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You know how someone always says "go be poor somewhere else" ? Well here we are... Quote HistoryQuoted:
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All the suggestions of garbage China knockoffs is disgusting. Well here we are...
If they were priced at half that I’d fo, but they aren’t so screw ‘em. I prefer American but I’m not retarded.  
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Posted: 8/17/2018 9:50:45 AM EDT
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Just gave me this ""Unable to find a valid discount matching the code entered"" Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Quoted: For lightningotfknives.com use code LT25 I used it 2 nights ago and it worked. But I just placed an order using the LT25, and got the confirmation e-mail right away. 25 bucks shipped for single edge, dual action. auto. ""Unable to find a valid discount matching the code entered"" |
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Posted: 8/17/2018 10:12:31 AM EDT
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Got my lightning tanto otf from perry knife works. Actually really impressed. Feel very solid, I've fired it over a thousand times and it's like a top. For $34 shipped you can't go wrong. Mine actually came shaving sharp as well, maybe I got lucky? |
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Posted: 8/17/2018 10:16:03 AM EDT
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I like my Microtech Ultratech.
I also have a Lightening and it is a decent knife for the money. For EDC its not too bad and if I lose it I'm not out too much money. |
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Posted: 8/17/2018 10:19:34 AM EDT
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I like my Microtech Ultratech. I also have a Lightening and it is a decent knife for the money. For EDC its not too bad and if I lose it I'm not out too much money. |
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Posted: 8/17/2018 10:32:34 AM EDT
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I want an OTF, but dang, I didn't realize how expensive Microtechs are.
Lightning here i come. 
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Posted: 8/17/2018 10:37:00 AM EDT
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I have one real Microtech, and I’d buy another one if their prices weren’t rediculous. But I’m not paying 4-5 hundred dollars for a pocket amusement knife for everyday cutting.
If they were priced at half that I’d fo, but they aren’t so screw ‘em. I prefer American but I’m not retarded. I would never spend $500-700 for a real halo or other single action otf, because it's a toy, and not a very useful or good one at that. Plus, it's not like microtech hasn't ripped off designs. Knife manufacturer drama makes suppressor companies look civilized. |
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Posted: 8/17/2018 12:47:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I get an email from lightning about every 2 weeks. They have coupon codes. I got the last 2 for 25 bucks each with free shipping. I'd like to get me some of that. |
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Posted: 8/17/2018 12:55:23 PM EDT
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My buddy from work has been run around by Benchmade when he sent in his Infadel in for some work Even though OTF blades are legal in Michigan now, he still has not gotten his blade back from them and it's been about 6 months now Quote HistoryQuoted:
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https://www.benchmade.com/infidel-family.html Benchmade Infidel if you want to lay out some dough. Even though OTF blades are legal in Michigan now, he still has not gotten his blade back from them and it's been about 6 months now |
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