Kershaw has another version of this knife but its about $20 cheaper. The blade on it is Sandvik 14c28n steel, this one is S30V.Which knife is better?
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I am not an expert but have knives with both steels. If the knife is going to have hard use, the S30V is probably better. It may take a little longer to sharpen, but it can go longer between sharpenings.
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Definitely the S30V. Will hold edge longer. In my opinion if this will be your primary carry knife, spring for the S30V.
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Most would answer that 14c28n is a downgrade from S30v steel with whom I concur. Of the three main criteria, edge retention, corrosion resistance & sharpenability, two are hands down win for S30V. 14c28n may be slightly easier to sharpen.
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All three of these are stainless steels. To keep things simple, the harder the steel the harder it will be to sharpen, the softer the steel the more often it will need to be sharpened. 440HC and 8CR13MoV are approximately equivalent higher carbon SS, with the 8CR being from China. They will dull faster than S30V but are easier to sharpen. S30V is, being harder and holding an edge better, considered a better choice for knife blades. The softer steels are not bad choices however; they may dull faster but are relatively easy to sharpen, and that's what you get in return for a lower price point for the knives.
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Honestly, I think it's the same knife from different sellers. The picture looks the exact same. In any case, it's a pretty good knife, a little tight to open, but that's better than too loose. I don't think Gerber offers the same style knife in different steel qualities. I bought the one certified by Amazon just in case it was wrong and I had to return it. That's usually the safest bet. Good luck!
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I am pretty sure they stopped making the older models. I couldn't find the older ones anyway. This one does have more power and is a very good knife. I think it is expensive but still a great knife.
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I haven't seen a model number but it is the Nakiiri 7" Classic. I think it also comes in the Gourmet model that is cheaper. The Classic has a MSRP for $135 but can be bought for $80 online. The beauty of this knife is that the front of the blade is tall and provides a hedge against cutting your finger because the blade slides against your curled left index finger as you cut the vegetable if you are right handed. I often use it for meats as well as vegetables.
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I also have an ESEE 4 that is very similar to the Fallkniven F1. The ESEE also comes with a much better sheath.
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what is a ?knike? I would not hesitate to sharpen a cheap folding knife with the 1520. A free phone call could get you further advice from customer service at the Edgecraft Corporation [1-800-342-3255]. A 1520 is approx. 6X the cost of a 1490X
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Amazon does a poor job updating things like this. The blurs in newer colors show the Sandvic steel. If it's a color that used to have 440c steel then it still shows 440c. However, kershaw Doesn't make these in 440c anymore. If you order it from Amazon as the seller, you will receive the newer and better Sandvick steel.
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The blade is stamped 8Cr13MoV not Sandvik 14C28N. Made in China. It does hold an edge fairly well and for $23 who is complaining. I like the knife and recommended it to several friends who are purchasing one too.
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As an overall survival knife I prefer the Buck Hoodlum. My first impression was how light it was for a big blade. Its more versatile and I like the sheath better. The BK9 is better for batoning and chopping in my opinion. I don't like the sheath and it doesn't have a finger choil so you can't choke up on it for more finer bushcraft work. Last time I checked the BK9 was about $20 or $30 cheaper.
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Don't know a lot about the cold steel leatherneck series. They look like a K-bar upgrade and K-bar has been a well used and appreciated knife. I have read the SOG knife was chosen by a panel of military inspector types as the best of the best and the elite is an improved model.
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I prefer it.it seems to hold an edge longer. If your in the fence about this or the 561 I would go south the die-hard as an edc. The 561 is mainly if you want a self defense knife.
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The difference between the BK-22 and the BK-2 is the sheath. The BK-22 has a nylon sheath which is an amazing upgrade from the BK-2's sheath. I would opt for the BK-22 because the sheath is better by a 100%. Since I have both knives, I have noticed the the BK-2's sheath dull's the blade after a while and the sheath is actually a pain in the posterior when the blade is not in it. It bangs around like crazy and get annoying after a while. I hope that helps ;)
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Thank you for the inquiry, according to Kershaw there is this knife the Kershaw Nerve Fine Edge 3420 and there is the Kershaw Nerve Combo Edge 3420ST. We are offering model 3420 though the picture is of the 3420ST.
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I like the SCHF9 because its a longr blade and a grippier handle with a blade just as thick as the bk2 for a lower price.
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I personally would go with the Mora. It is a utility knife hands down. If you break it, the factory will replace it. I have about 5 of these for different uses. these blades are awesome. Gerber, I have always had a problem with them getting rusty
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I've had a ZDP189 Spyderco knife and I didn't like it. It was just too hard to get as sharp as the VG10 steel. I had to sharpen it less but it took MUCH more work to get it sharpened. I perfer the VG10. It stays sharp and if it goes a bit off sharp, you can get it back to razor sharp with just a couple minutes work.