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Originally Posted By rbb2: How on earth did that pass QC? View Quote Originally Posted By SecretSquirell: Friday at 5 and the QC guy had a hot date that night or he was hung over Monday morning and gave no fucks. View Quote No idea. I even took it to the Kershaw table at blade west a couple of years ago to have them sharpen it(they gave it back to me duller than I gave it to them. Lol) and asked the dude there about it and he said that since it didn't effect how the knife worked, it was fine and they didn't have an issue with it. I was surprised because I've seen some Kershaw blems that you couldn't identify any issues with, but this was a limited release knife that's got a pretty noticable issue. Lol |
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Originally Posted By DFARM: This one wasn't a ton of money, but over $100. I bought two of these(the other one is orange) and this one was afu. Kershaw said it wasn't a problem. Lol Where it says "154cm" looks like it would have tucked right into the curve of the plunge grinds if it was ground correctly. Lol https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/78442/KIMG2822_JPG-2131827.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/78442/KIMG2824_JPG-2131828.JPG I actually carried this one all week after I sharpened it up last weekend (diamond abrasives make all the difference. I used to have a hard time getting it sharp before the upgrade to diamonds). I still don't care for how thick the edge is. It's also quite the pocket full compared to the pm2. I've thought about getting it reground (I actually messaged Tom krein on IG about it but he never responded. Lol) I almost trust myself to do it but I always chicken out. Lol. I'll probably toss it back in the bin and Carry something else next week. View Quote Ouch. It's like the highlighted that they fucked up. See if Kuraki wants to give it a go. He did a good job when I sent him a Hinderer |
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Originally Posted By rbb2: L: Tactile Rockwall R: ZT 0450Ti ZT is gone and the Rockwall is hitchhiking with it for a visit. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By rbb2: Originally Posted By MotorMouth: What are the two to the left of the red and blue one? L: Tactile Rockwall R: ZT 0450Ti ZT is gone and the Rockwall is hitchhiking with it for a visit. Thank you. |
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Originally Posted By rbb2: It's good. Really good. Feels great in the hand, love the look of the grind, long and slim so carries easily for is size, flips well once you get used to the flipper, and the best sound of the Shiros I've experienced. "Thuuuu-WACK" Seriously sounds and feels amazing. So solid. Initial gripes are: 1. The flipper is unnecessarily small. It looks nice but it's harder to get used to than it needs to be. 2. It's more sensitive to lockbar pressure than most. I think this may be in part due to it being easy to get a weak flip due to the small flipper as well. 3. It's a guillotine. I enjoy drop shut actions, but I like a little drag to them to give me time to move my thumb. With this one, if you're holding it at an angle that the blade can drop when you disengage the lock, it's going to smack your thumb, period. There's no time to get out of the way. Much faster than I expected after the KS and the aftermarket rollers that were in the turtle. Must be well broken in. Overall I think I prefer it to the KS, but it is brand new so we'll have to let things settle for a while, and the KS does have a couple things going for it that I wish this one did, too, so there's not necessarily a clear winner. Might end up as a tie with a few differences. But for now, possible new favorite knife ever. View Quote |
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Originally Posted By Star_Scream: https://i.imgur.com/MnmWdPY.jpeg While I was doing nothing wife was pickling onions and hand pulling noodles for lunch. She made the dough rolled it, cuts it then does this thing where she's smacks them against the counter while pulling them View Quote Like |
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Originally Posted By Justabulletaway: A little Saturday morning programming to do. Damn thing is trying to be ornery. https://i.imgur.com/vKKkmEU.jpeg View Quote If all else fails, stab it. |
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Originally Posted By TimeOnTarget: ZT Hinderer design. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/432675/D225C9E5-4C0F-4B9D-8B30-6C24091609DB_jpe-2132191.JPG https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/432675/072A5526-B2D8-4200-878C-8A33EBC182F9_1_2-2132193.JPG View Quote Second favorite ZT knife. Nice. |
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View Quote Also like. |
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Originally Posted By it20: Yesterday's mail....I told you I can't wait. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/333476/20211016_105821_jpg-2132300.JPG I just got word my other cool package came in too View Quote Nice knife |
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View Quote That looks amazing! Love the Paysan, too. |
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Originally Posted By 3xpert: https://i.imgur.com/wcbFIDk.jpg View Quote |
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Originally Posted By pagoda: Hello fellow knife enthusiasts. I seem to have misplaced one of my knives, that is my go-to for lighter weight carry. Usually carried in shorts and lightweight pants where a big clunky knife is no fun. I can't name the knife, as people would be terribly offended and probably not read any further. It was posted on page 1, post 3 however. Anyway, I am looking for a replacement. Something sexy, trim, reasonably lightweight, but still containing a formidable blade. It's predecessor was ~3.5" blade, ~3 oz, and slim and trim, to fit in a front pocket alongside a wallet. Lately I have seen the TRM Atom getting high praise, so that's on the list, but stock is hard to find. Budget, eh, under $400 would be good. Suggestions? View Quote TRM Atom is a great one and I really liked the one I had in hand. Smooth action, super light, sharp AF. |
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Originally Posted By GingerShanks: 13 is tempting. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By GingerShanks: Originally Posted By rbb2: I did a thing, and I need to get off my butt and start moving some of the knives from the cull drawers of my case. Anyone here can PM or email me if anything below looks interesting. I'll probably move on to reddit for sale or raffle this weekend, but figured I'd give you crazy bastards first crack. https://i.imgur.com/HFEcZeV.jpg 13 is tempting. It is. |
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Originally Posted By Star_Scream: Smock is a solid choice too View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Star_Scream: Originally Posted By WICOUNSEL: I was actually thinking just the other day that the ZT 0640 would be a good replacement for you for the one that shall not be named. Not super light at 4.4 oz, it has a presence, but I never feel like it is too heavy. Slimmer profile. The TRM Atoms are very well done, light and fun, but they are taller in the blade and overall in the pocket. No as bad as most Spydercos. Speaking of, the Spyderco Smock has been popular and I think they even make it is S30V like the unholy one you lost. Emerson Kwaiken is pretty awesome, but you won't be able to get that sweet S30V. Nice profile, good size, built in bottle opener. Ace Sonoma is another solid choice in the slimmer profile. 2.8 oz on the micarta version. Smock is a solid choice too Smock is a great knife, however it is heavier than an Atom. |
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Originally Posted By WICOUNSEL: You know, speaking with you on the phone the other day it really struck me. I thought wow, this guy is speaking in a coherent manner, he is intelligible, he isn't completely full of shit. So WTF happens when he is typing online?! View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By WICOUNSEL: Originally Posted By MaxxII: How else are you going to inherit their ability do that besides eating them? I mean, you could just start eating bulbs yourself, but I'd rather work my way up to that and start by eating squirrels. You know, speaking with you on the phone the other day it really struck me. I thought wow, this guy is speaking in a coherent manner, he is intelligible, he isn't completely full of shit. So WTF happens when he is typing online?! Lol..... It's my online persona. You know you like it. |
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Originally Posted By Star_Scream: That's good to know. I'm still trying to avoid wanting one though. View Quote Originally Posted By sywagon: Yeah, I saw that one coming and got some stuff ready a week ahead. The crab apple was still steaming a bit so I piled on with some dry white pine. Also did it when she was out, so she came home to a 2 hr. mature fire. I definitely couldn't light it with her in the yard - going to aske for at least a 20min. buffer always. I actually could never see cooking over it - the fat has no where to go unless it burns off. I pictured this thing being a stinking nasty firepit as far as storage, but it basically seems to have burned itself clean with dry wood to the point I could put it in the basement and she wouldn't smell it. View Quote Yeah, we were impressed. I agree about not cooking over it...dont see that working out the best without a pot or pan..... But for backyard/camping fire pit status...it's Tier 1 IMO. I can put it directly on my composite deck with no heat issues. The little ring stand disburses heat quite well. |
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Originally Posted By WICOUNSEL: Originally Posted By sywagon: Not that anyone here should care, but yes, I can hold a sweaty Optimator, a Skinny Monster, and a BK in one hand at the same time when the photo calls for it https://i.imgur.com/fiFiDow.jpg What's a BK? Big Knife...duh! It's not a BFK, it's just a BK. He's expecting to joust a herd of knights, he just wants to enjoy the night with his lady. |
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Originally Posted By pagoda: The ZT 0640 does look interesting. I typically haven't liked ZT looks, but that has a nice profile. I'll keep it in mind. You mentioned taller blade like Spyderco, a heavier knife I like to carry is the PM2. It just doesn't fit well with a wallet in smaller pockets because of the hump in the blade. The Smock looks good in the size/profile, but I'm just not sure about the port holes... I know that's been a lively topic here before. Your steel bullying is noted. The Emerson Kwaiken is a little too... untraditional looking? I think? But that just reminded you have a really nice Emerson something that I have liked, but it has a chisel grind only I think? Wasn't sure how I felt about that. Which model is this: https://imgur.com/VgY66RG The Ace Sonoma, I had forgotten about them! I have a Giantmouse GMF1, and while its practicality can be challenged, the fit and finish are really good. I had been eyeing there folders, but had forgotten about them this time around. Thanks for the recommendations! View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By pagoda: Originally Posted By WICOUNSEL: I was actually thinking just the other day that the ZT 0640 would be a good replacement for you for the one that shall not be named. Not super light at 4.4 oz, it has a presence, but I never feel like it is too heavy. Slimmer profile. The TRM Atoms are very well done, light and fun, but they are taller in the blade and overall in the pocket. No as bad as most Spydercos. Speaking of, the Spyderco Smock has been popular and I think they even make it is S30V like the unholy one you lost. Emerson Kwaiken is pretty awesome, but you won't be able to get that sweet S30V. Nice profile, good size, built in bottle opener. Ace Sonoma is another solid choice in the slimmer profile. 2.8 oz on the micarta version. The ZT 0640 does look interesting. I typically haven't liked ZT looks, but that has a nice profile. I'll keep it in mind. You mentioned taller blade like Spyderco, a heavier knife I like to carry is the PM2. It just doesn't fit well with a wallet in smaller pockets because of the hump in the blade. The Smock looks good in the size/profile, but I'm just not sure about the port holes... I know that's been a lively topic here before. Your steel bullying is noted. The Emerson Kwaiken is a little too... untraditional looking? I think? But that just reminded you have a really nice Emerson something that I have liked, but it has a chisel grind only I think? Wasn't sure how I felt about that. Which model is this: https://imgur.com/VgY66RG The Ace Sonoma, I had forgotten about them! I have a Giantmouse GMF1, and while its practicality can be challenged, the fit and finish are really good. I had been eyeing there folders, but had forgotten about them this time around. Thanks for the recommendations! ZT 0640 was a sleeper for me. It was one I did not expect to like. Dont over look it. JABA's got a sweet bronze one that is straight eye candy.... |
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Originally Posted By WICOUNSEL: Originally Posted By Justabulletaway: It’s been in my pocket all week. Almost ready for a review. Anybody read Japanese around here? https://i.imgur.com/rKWz0K1.jpg MaxxII does It's been quite awhile, and I was never great with Kanji. Katagana, and Hidegana mostly.... |
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Originally Posted By WICOUNSEL: That's very clearly a modified wharncliffe because of the point and lack of the defining feature of the sheepsfoot, the down rounded nose to avoid stabbiness. Don't confuse these poor bastards with your polite dithering. More puzzling to me would be the Insingo. Rounds down like a sheepsfoot, put still a bit of a point...upswept wharncliffe... View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By WICOUNSEL: Originally Posted By Star_Scream: Technically, I'm not sure if it's either. Wharncliffes are straight bladed, and sheepsfoots (?) curve down to the raised tip. Sheepcliffe? All that really matters is you like it. Could use a little work how? That's very clearly a modified wharncliffe because of the point and lack of the defining feature of the sheepsfoot, the down rounded nose to avoid stabbiness. Don't confuse these poor bastards with your polite dithering. More puzzling to me would be the Insingo. Rounds down like a sheepsfoot, put still a bit of a point...upswept wharncliffe... Insingo is a beautiful knife. I want one. |
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Originally Posted By 3xpert: Not junk unless bxxxhmade. This thread can cost you money. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By 3xpert: Originally Posted By TrashWrencher: Here’s all of my junk. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/258113/8FC95200-F894-45F5-8F52-02F4B27C1648_jpe-2131055.JPG Not junk unless bxxxhmade. This thread can cost you money. This thread will cost you money. |
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Originally Posted By rbb2: Shirogorov/Southard Russian Flipping Tanto View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By rbb2: Originally Posted By sywagon: Will you two get a room, or, you know, let us in on what it is Shirogorov/Southard Russian Flipping Tanto Should have read further...It's beautiful. |
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Originally Posted By Star_Scream: Suprisingly not. A motorcycle crash got two at once though View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By Star_Scream: Originally Posted By sywagon: Wow - biking accidents? Suprisingly not. A motorcycle crash got two at once though I broke my pinky toe stubbing against one of the cribs....Didnt drop the baby, but I damn near threw up. Toe had been knocked to a 45 degree angle outboard from my foot. I put it back and waited for the wife to come home so I could go to the Doc-in-the-Box. Wife made fun of me for saying I broke it, then the Xray came back and she felt bad. For a few minutes. |
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Originally Posted By MaxxII: It's one I wish I'd bought before they got hard to find... B...side from a few nights back with the regular 452.. https://i.imgur.com/VtIQw7v.jpg?1 View Quote What is That Private MaxII? Squirrel Food? Make an offer on the knife if you want. |
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Originally Posted By MaxxII: It's one I wish I'd bought before they got hard to find... B...side from a few nights back with the regular 452.. https://i.imgur.com/VtIQw7v.jpg?1 View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By MaxxII: Originally Posted By 3xpert: Originally Posted By reb0957: what model is that? 0452GL Sinkevich Design It's one I wish I'd bought before they got hard to find... B...side from a few nights back with the regular 452.. https://i.imgur.com/VtIQw7v.jpg?1 Fancy looking bait. |
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View Quote I used to get pickled herring at the bowling alley when I was a kid. They had that and pickled eggs sitting right next to each other. Probably why I have an iron gut. |
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Got off to an early start today so didn't get to post. Windy out now so the leaves can wait. Pics for today:
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Originally Posted By rbb2: I love picked herring. This is not as good. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By rbb2: Originally Posted By SecretSquirell: I used to get pickled herring at the bowling alley when I was a kid. They had that and pickled eggs sitting right next to each other. Probably why I have an iron gut. I love picked herring. This is not as good. I was going to comment on the flavors but got distracted. Yay ADD. |
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Originally Posted By WICOUNSEL: Should have bought more Sazerac. And brought more Vernors... https://i.imgur.com/W4byBKb.jpg View Quote Well when you're filling pint glasses things tend to go quick |
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Originally Posted By rbb2: It's good. Really good. Feels great in the hand, love the look of the grind, long and slim so carries easily for is size, flips well once you get used to the flipper, and the best sound of the Shiros I've experienced. "Thuuuu-WACK" Seriously sounds and feels amazing. So solid. Initial gripes are: 1. The flipper is unnecessarily small. It looks nice but it's harder to get used to than it needs to be. 2. It's more sensitive to lockbar pressure than most. I think this may be in part due to it being easy to get a weak flip due to the small flipper as well. 3. It's a guillotine. I enjoy drop shut actions, but I like a little drag to them to give me time to move my thumb. With this one, if you're holding it at an angle that the blade can drop when you disengage the lock, it's going to smack your thumb, period. There's no time to get out of the way. Much faster than I expected after the KS and the aftermarket rollers that were in the turtle. Must be well broken in. Overall I think I prefer it to the KS, but it is brand new so we'll have to let things settle for a while, and the KS does have a couple things going for it that I wish this one did, too, so there's not necessarily a clear winner. Might end up as a tie with a few differences. But for now, possible new favorite knife ever. View Quote I didn't realize it was that thin until your pic. It looks amazing. The balance in the milling and shape with that compound grind is gorgeous. The pops of blue are great too. God damn that's a hot knife |
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