If you were going to buy it again, would you get the partially serrated blade or stick with the plain blade? Can't decide?
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The plain blade is very sharp. I would say that it depends what you want to use it for. We don't cut cans or things of that sort with the plain blade. So that would depend on what you plan to use it for. The plain blade suits it's purpose. All I can say is that it's very nice and was worth the money.
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Serrated without question. I was given an original (series 1) and I also have a series 2. I wish I could find another original, although the two is a great knife as well. ..
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I like mine. I don't love it, it can be difficult to use at times with different size knives. It gets the job done though, mainly about preference or whichever you would be most comfortable with.
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That's really up to you Frank. It offers longer lasting sharpness and the finish won't wear off. A stone will take care of the edge of either steel.
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I prefer my reliable whetstone. If you are careful with the angle, you will get the edge you want. Just as an aside, one of the nice features of this knife is its ability to hold an edge, even while doing work that would dull lesser knives.
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the differences is the half serrated will tear and cut through rope or things your trying to open and the plain will just be a plain blade with a tanto point in my personal opinion i prefer the half serrated edge because it makes cutting easier but you will need a diamond rod to sharpen the serrations
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Plain edge is just a basic knife. While I love Spyderco, there are many that fit this bill. Serrated eats through Amazon boxes and all manner of string/rope. The salt version is specifically for use around water where a blade that won't slip is even more useful. I rarely buy Spyderco plain edge. I never buy H-1 plain. Along with the chunky handle and jimping, it's one of the best EDC water knives.
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Yeah its plain edge. I do not believe they make a serrated version of this knife
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I have both, and I use the non-serrated blade for smoked meats and cutting cheeses. The serrated blade eats up cheeses pretty good. I use the serrated blade for breads mainly and the non-serrated blad for smoked meats, and cheeses.
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I don't know if there is any difference. However, the serrated blade is essential,so make sure your choice has this. I use mine all the time. It is my favorite garden implement.
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Hey Dallas, The main difference between plain edge blade and serrated blades comes down to how you use your blade. Plain edge blades excel at `push cut', where you push the edge against the thing you're trying to cut. Good examples of push cuts are when you're shaving with a razor or whittling a piece of wood. Serrated edges excel at slicing cuts, where you drag the edge across the object you're trying cut. The best example of a slice motion is when you slice a piece of bread. You don't push the blade but rather drag the edge (often using a sawing motion) across the bread. In general the serrated edge will be superior when slicing through thick, tough and fibrous materials. Plain edge blades are best when you need precision and accuracy. Plain edge blades excel at tasks such as carving, dressing an animal, trimming your nails or peeling an apple. The nice advantage of plain edge blades is their versatility. I tend to be a fan of the good old-fashioned plain edge blade. For both my day-to-day needs, and as a craftsman's tool, a plain edge tends to compliment what I want out of a knife. Glen from CampingStuff
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I bought one from them, it shipped fast and didnt have any problems with it. Good knife but if i had to buy another one it woukd be the one without the double ...opener flick things at the bottom of the blade. Its too wide and scratches your hand when you put it in your pocket.
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I don't...I mail it to Spyderco with $5 for return shipping (see their web site)...they will return it to the factory edge for free. I tried having a local "professional" due it and he totally jacked it up. Won't make that mistake again. This is the one problem with serrated edges...much more challenging to sharpen than a straight edge.
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Your knife will work fine. The included striker works as good or better than anything else. It may take some practice to get the best angle and pressure applied. I prefer not damaging my knife through inappropriate usage.
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Just rec'd mine- no jimping. I'd wait if you must have jimping. I would've liked it, but then, for cardboatd cutting, you should use a hammer grip, and jimping might be less comfortable there.The design is beautiful- like a mini Sage 1, (i have a Sage & have hard used it.) but my version was also VERY tight- the lock, the pivot, everything just barely wanted to move and took a lot of force.I've adjusted it and not it can open 1 handed, but the lock is still a bit stiff. I have way too many Spydies and this is the first w/ QC issues. The build quality is nice, but not superb, (corners need rounding.) I don't know- might have to send it in for repair. Good luck! Just rec'd mine- no jimping. I'd wait if you must have jimping. I would've liked it, but then, for cardboatd cutting, you should use a hammer grip, and jimping might be less comfortable there.The design is beautiful- like a mini Sage 1, (i have a Sage & have hard used it.) but my version was also VERY tight- the lock, the pivot, everything just barely wanted to move and took a lot of force.I've adjusted it and not it can open 1 handed, but the lock is still a bit stiff. I have way too many Spydies and this is the first w/ QC issues. The build quality is nice, but not... » Read More Just rec'd mine- no jimping. I'd wait if you must have jimping. I would've liked it, but then, for cardboatd cutting, you should use a hammer grip, and jimping might be less comfortable there.The design is beautiful- like a mini Sage 1, (i have a Sage & have hard used it.) but my version was also VERY tight- the lock, the pivot, everything just barely wanted to move and took a lot of force.I've adjusted it and not it can open 1 handed, but the lock is still a bit stiff. I have way too many Spydies and this is the first w/ QC issues. The build quality is nice, but not superb, (corners need rounding.) I don't know- might have to send it in for repair. Good luck! « Show Less
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For normal, non-extreme knife fights, I would recommend an inexpensive fixed-blade knife. It is completely ok to cheap out if you will not be extreme knife fighting, as normal knife fights are somewhat dull like the blades used in them.
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You may want the widest type. The narrow has limited functionality. If you are familiar with whetstones you can sharpen the main cutting knife periodically. If you do it right it even sharper than a new slicer.
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I make jerky all the time. I use the non-serrated for cutting meat. It seems to work best to have the meat frozen firm but not solid. I don't even know anymore where the serrated blade is that came with it. I haven't tried cutting cheese, but I suspect that the non-serrated one would be best for that as well. Not sure what the serrated one would be good for, maybe bread??