Pocket Knives Reviewed
Monday, 16 November 2009 11:29 | 
Written by Ben Vinson |
Spyderco Endura C10 Black Knife: Spyderco does not make a lot of black coated knives in regular runs like most of the big companies out there, and instead released them in small numbers for certain models only. Usualy only a few models are available in black at a time such as the Paramilitary, Native and Delica models. Even with their size,Spyderco has a grassroots feel to it because owner Sal Glasser is still very involved in the knife community.
Spyderco Endura C10 Black Knife: Spyderco does not make a lot of black coated knives in regular runs like most of the big companies out there, and instead released them in small numbers for certain models only. Usualy only a few models are available in black at a time such as the Paramilitary, Native and Delica models. Even with their size,Spyderco has a grassroots feel to it because owner Sal Glasser is still very involved in the knife community.
Strider GB Folder Knife: The Strider GB is basically the same as the Strider AR, with the only difference being that it is a tanto blade instead of a spearpoint. This particular example of the GB has thinner liners than the older AR that I had, asStrider thinned them out in later releases. The balance is probably a bit better on the thin linered versions, but they don't seem quite as solid - perhaps that's just in my head.
Peter Marker Micro Damascus Folder: Here is another remarkably well-made folder from Australia's Peter Marker. Unfortunately Peter is no longer making knives as far as I know, but his legacy lives on through the many knives he made during his career. My favourite thing about Peter's knives were that they were always Damascus, and always affordable. He was the only maker that would sell a perfectly made damascus folder for $350.
CRKT Side Hawg Knife CR2403: I received this Mike Franklin designed mini fixed blade as part of my birthday present from my fiance, who was my girlfriend at the time. She was so nervous giving me knives as a gift, since she didn't know much about them. I think this is a cool little knife, even though it is a relatively cheap little guy.
Spyderco Paramilitary D2 Foliage Green: I haven't picked up a new Spyderco in a while, but every time I walk into the local knife shop, I see all their Spydercos displayed, and after a while I just can't help myself. This time it was a Foliage Green Paramilitary that caught my eye, in the limited edition CPM D2 steel configuration. This is a very cool version of the Paramilitary!
NUKO Key Fob Self Defense Tool: Hey Everyone! Today I would like to introduce a neat little companion that could give us all a little added advantage in this world we live in. I picked up this little number at The Lanyard Zone for about $30 Shipped anywhere in Canada and U.S.
Spyderco Vesuvius Knife C66PBK: The Spyderco Vesuvius is one of the few FRN handled Spydies to have a smooth contoured handle, which I really like. It is also designed by Frank Centofante, which I was a bit surprised about. The design is much more in-house looking to me, but either way, I love the look and feel!
Gibo Zakabi Framelock Folder Knife: Gibo Zakabi is actually two knifemakers, George Gibo and Carl Zakabi, and their collective products are produced under the name Kanaka Tech. All the knives are collaborations between the two Hawaiian knifemakers, and are very well made. I've had this knife for many years, and enjoyed every minute of owning it.
Spyderco Endura C10 Black Knife: Spyderco does not make a lot of black coated knives in regular runs like most of the big companies out there, and instead released them in small numbers for certain models only. Usualy only a few models are available in black at a time such as the Paramilitary, Native and Delica models. Even with their size,Spyderco has a grassroots feel to it because owner Sal Glasser is still very involved in the knife community.
Strider GB Folder Knife: The Strider GB is basically the same as the Strider AR, with the only difference being that it is a tanto blade instead of a spearpoint. This particular example of the GB has thinner liners than the older AR that I had, asStrider thinned them out in later releases. The balance is probably a bit better on the thin linered versions, but they don't seem quite as solid - perhaps that's just in my head.
Peter Marker Micro Damascus Folder: Here is another remarkably well-made folder from Australia's Peter Marker. Unfortunately Peter is no longer making knives as far as I know, but his legacy lives on through the many knives he made during his career. My favourite thing about Peter's knives were that they were always Damascus, and always affordable. He was the only maker that would sell a perfectly made damascus folder for $350.
CRKT Side Hawg Knife CR2403: I received this Mike Franklin designed mini fixed blade as part of my birthday present from my fiance, who was my girlfriend at the time. She was so nervous giving me knives as a gift, since she didn't know much about them. I think this is a cool little knife, even though it is a relatively cheap little guy.
Spyderco Paramilitary D2 Foliage Green: I haven't picked up a new Spyderco in a while, but every time I walk into the local knife shop, I see all their Spydercos displayed, and after a while I just can't help myself. This time it was a Foliage Green Paramilitary that caught my eye, in the limited edition CPM D2 steel configuration. This is a very cool version of the Paramilitary!
NUKO Key Fob Self Defense Tool: Hey Everyone! Today I would like to introduce a neat little companion that could give us all a little added advantage in this world we live in. I picked up this little number at The Lanyard Zone for about $30 Shipped anywhere in Canada and U.S.
Spyderco Vesuvius Knife C66PBK: The Spyderco Vesuvius is one of the few FRN handled Spydies to have a smooth contoured handle, which I really like. It is also designed by Frank Centofante, which I was a bit surprised about. The design is much more in-house looking to me, but either way, I love the look and feel!
Gibo Zakabi Framelock Folder Knife: Gibo Zakabi is actually two knifemakers, George Gibo and Carl Zakabi, and their collective products are produced under the name Kanaka Tech. All the knives are collaborations between the two Hawaiian knifemakers, and are very well made. I've had this knife for many years, and enjoyed every minute of owning it.
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