Sideclip dilemma

Magic Bus · **on:** July 09, 2011, 11:52:04 AM

I have a dilemma with my Sideclip I recently got from Allan. It is unused, so do I use it or keep it pristine as these don't exactly grow on trees anymore?

AimlessWanderer · **Reply #1 on:** July 09, 2011, 11:59:00 AM

It's a tool - it was born to be used

Neil · **Reply #2 on:** July 09, 2011, 12:13:05 PM

They are a collectors piece sure but its not like they are uncommon.

BIG-TARGET · **Reply #3 on:** July 09, 2011, 12:16:02 PM

Though the Sideclip is now a collectors item. Still, it wasn't meant to be a virgin!!!

Chako · **Reply #4 on:** July 09, 2011, 12:19:02 PM

If you are collecting, then don't use it. If you aren't, by all means use it.

Magic Bus · **Reply #5 on:** July 09, 2011, 01:09:31 PM

@ Chako. I tend to use things so more a user than collector. The general consensus is to use it

It can still be special while I use it

AHB · **Reply #6 on:** July 09, 2011, 01:13:47 PM

Do it..

The Sideclip is the best dang EDC tool imo..

Gareth · **Reply #7 on:** July 09, 2011, 01:20:34 PM

Use it!

Magic Bus · **Reply #8 on:** July 09, 2011, 01:43:11 PM

How can I say no. Yes it's a user and I will get great pleasure from doing so

AHB · **Reply #9 on:** July 09, 2011, 01:44:30 PM

Quote from: Magic Bus on July 09, 2011, 01:43:11 PM

How can I say no. Yes it's a user and I will get great pleasure from doing so

Before and after pics are required...

Magic Bus · **Reply #10 on:** July 09, 2011, 02:00:46 PM

I'll get some (before) pics up tomorrow Allan

Threeme2189 · **Reply #11 on:** July 09, 2011, 02:58:09 PM

Quote from: AHB on July 09, 2011, 01:44:30 PM

Quote from: Magic Bus on July 09, 2011, 01:43:11 PM
How can I say no. Yes it's a user and I will get great pleasure from doing so
Before and after pics are required...

Hellz yeah!

cerbera147 · **Reply #12 on:** July 09, 2011, 04:29:33 PM

I would keep it and try to get a user

I did the same with my KF4 Juice. I did use the new one for light tasks but once I got the user I use it for everything

trouthunter · **Reply #13 on:** July 09, 2011, 07:51:19 PM

If you are questioning using it, then keep it on the shelf. I have had to buy a used version of the tools I want to keep so that I don't feel bad when it gets all dinged up.

Jmora · **Reply #14 on:** July 09, 2011, 08:38:07 PM

I think if there is any doubt, then there is no doubt - if you have a mint version then keep it so, its discontinued but not so rare a tool that you cannot find a beater version of it for EDC. there's no shame in collecting stuff, and taking pleasure in the pristine shininess of an unused MT.

Dunc · **Reply #15 on:** July 09, 2011, 11:12:53 PM

Use it Chris

Magic Bus · **Reply #16 on:** July 10, 2011, 05:13:50 PM

Here we are then. Please note I resisted a shot of it sticking in the stump

That's Dunc's copyright

AHB · **Reply #17 on:** July 10, 2011, 10:13:55 PM

Now that's a beautiful picture Chris.

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Top-Gear-24 · **Reply #18 on:** July 10, 2011, 10:19:37 PM

Maybe a stupid question, but what's a "normal" price for a black Sideclip, used but in good condition ?

I've got my eye on one but I don't know if it's a good buy or not ...

AHB · **Reply #19 on:** July 10, 2011, 10:24:23 PM

Quote from: Top-Gear-24 on July 10, 2011, 10:19:37 PM

Maybe a stupid question, but what's a "normal" price for a black Sideclip, used but in good condition ?

I've got my eye on one but I don't know if it's a good buy or not ...

Since it's black it's probably a Kick with clip and not a Sideclip. No idea what a good price would be though.

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Top-Gear-24 · **Reply #20 on:** July 10, 2011, 10:53:08 PM

Quote from: AHB on July 10, 2011, 10:24:23 PM

Quote from: Top-Gear-24 on July 10, 2011, 10:19:37 PM
Maybe a stupid question, but what's a "normal" price for a black Sideclip, used but in good condition ?

I've got my eye on one but I don't know if it's a good buy or not ...
Since it's black it's probably a Kick with clip and not a Sideclip. No idea what a good price would be though.

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I'm not 100 % sure, but it really looks like a sideclip to me ...
(Is it ok if I send you a PM with the link to this "sideclip/kick" so you can have a look at it maybe ?).

Chako · **Reply #21 on:** July 10, 2011, 11:07:14 PM

I have never seen a BO Sideclip. I know they have a shiny and brushed stainless steel version, but not a BO. I believe Allan is correct, it is probably a Kick with a clip.

EDIT: Fixed typo.

Mercury · **Reply #22 on:** July 11, 2011, 07:10:53 AM

My sideclip is beat up and has seen better days cosmetically, but it still functions fine and I keep the blade sharp enough to slice DEEP into my thumb(stupid alcohol, makes those blades slippery

).

Point is, my sideclip has been mine for over ten years and even after heavy use, it's still a sweet looking tool. Don't worry about it, use the darn thing!

I never saw a BO sideclip either, but then again I never knew a polished version existed until I joined this forum.