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Re: SAKs + other blades
Reply #2070 on: December 03, 2018, 11:15:53 PM
I really like the ZDP-189.

It's a higher performance steel than I really need. And sharpening does seem to be a bit tougher than, say, VG-10 or S30V. In some ways....I prefer S30V, mostly because I like to touch up my knives regularly. But, no question, ZDP-189 is a real performer.

I've tried a lot of steels and haven't found many that don't seem to work well if properly heat treated and machined. Some personal favorites are actually the older steels, maybe because I'm more familiar with them: 154cm, D2, 1095, 5160, O-1, A-2, and, at this point, S30V. However, I would get another ZDP-189 blade in a heartbeat.  :tu:


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Re: SAKs + other blades
Reply #2071 on: December 03, 2018, 11:22:41 PM
Went a bit smaller and lighter myself today.

I've been having a renewed love affair with Spydies recently......

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Sorry, I'm kinda focused on that old cross alox  :dd:


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Reply #2072 on: December 03, 2018, 11:23:38 PM
Understandable, Matt. So am I..... :dd:  ;)


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Re: SAKs + other blades
Reply #2073 on: December 03, 2018, 11:36:27 PM
I really like the ZDP-189.

It's a higher performance steel than I really need. And sharpening does seem to be a bit tougher than, say, VG-10 or S30V. In some ways....I prefer S30V, mostly because I like to touch up my knives regularly. But, no question, ZDP-189 is a real performer.



I have 2 Spyderco Stretch's in ZDP-189 and agree that it is an impressive steel, but, like you my preference is S30V. :cheers:




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Reply #2074 on: December 04, 2018, 12:53:02 AM
I really like the ZDP-189.

It's a higher performance steel than I really need. And sharpening does seem to be a bit tougher than, say, VG-10 or S30V. In some ways....I prefer S30V, mostly because I like to touch up my knives regularly. But, no question, ZDP-189 is a real performer.

I've tried a lot of steels and haven't found many that don't seem to work well if properly heat treated and machined. Some personal favorites are actually the older steels, maybe because I'm more familiar with them: 154cm, D2, 1095, 5160, O-1, A-2, and, at this point, S30V. However, I would get another ZDP-189 blade in a heartbeat.  :tu:
Well that is some great information, so if I come across the ZPD-189 I know to get it if the price is right. Thanks  :cheers:


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Re: SAKs + other blades
Reply #2075 on: December 04, 2018, 12:54:54 AM
Went a bit smaller and lighter myself today.

I've been having a renewed love affair with Spydies recently......

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Sorry, I'm kinda focused on that old cross alox  :dd:
I know right! It is a looker for sure!  :cheers:


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Reply #2076 on: December 04, 2018, 12:56:14 AM
Understandable, Matt. So am I..... :dd:  ;)
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So would we!  :cheers:


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Reply #2077 on: December 04, 2018, 12:58:43 AM
I really like the ZDP-189.

It's a higher performance steel than I really need. And sharpening does seem to be a bit tougher than, say, VG-10 or S30V. In some ways....I prefer S30V, mostly because I like to touch up my knives regularly. But, no question, ZDP-189 is a real performer.



I have 2 Spyderco Stretch's in ZDP-189 and agree that it is an impressive steel, but, like you my preference is S30V. :cheers:
Two Stretch’s...that tells me a lot...it’s great then! Enjoy!  :cheers:


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Re: SAKs + other blades
Reply #2078 on: December 04, 2018, 09:07:37 PM
Switched things up a bit today. The Buck stockman filled in for a Spydie. The stockman isn't a OHO knife, but that didn't seem to be an issue for today.





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Reply #2079 on: December 04, 2018, 10:30:38 PM
Two beauties, very nice,  love the blade on the Buck   :salute:

Austria today, Trattenbacher with old faithful Spartan for Spartan Tuesday  :tu:


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Re: SAKs + other blades
Reply #2080 on: December 04, 2018, 10:51:42 PM
Switched things up a bit today. The Buck stockman filled in for a Spydie. The stockman isn't a OHO knife, but that didn't seem to be an issue for today.

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Now that's a lovely duo  :like:


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Reply #2081 on: December 04, 2018, 10:53:41 PM
Two beauties, very nice,  love the blade on the Buck   :salute:

Austria today, Trattenbacher with old faithful Spartan for Spartan Tuesday  :tu:

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That's a great picture Borg  :hatsoff:

... and what an interesting.... blade  :o


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Re: SAKs + other blades
Reply #2082 on: December 04, 2018, 10:58:00 PM
Switched things up a bit today. The Buck stockman filled in for a Spydie. The stockman isn't a OHO knife, but that didn't seem to be an issue for today.

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Not bad at all. I like the scales on the Stockman with the fine lines making it nice to hold. But that OC,  :dd:


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Re: SAKs + other blades
Reply #2083 on: December 05, 2018, 04:21:57 PM
I'm back with the Spyderco theme today. A PM2 and Syph's Compacter:




Today is a barbecuing day, so I thought the bigger PM2 might come in handy. 


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Reply #2084 on: December 05, 2018, 04:47:21 PM
I'm back with the Spyderco theme today. A PM2 and Syph's Compacter:

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Today is a barbecuing day, so I thought the bigger PM2 might come in handy.
Wow...paramilitary is a nice line for sure.   :like: :salute:


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Reply #2085 on: December 05, 2018, 04:52:18 PM
Great ergonomics! (for me at least....)

If you haven't tried one, Ray, I'd encourage you to check 'em out!


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Reply #2086 on: December 05, 2018, 05:00:24 PM
Great ergonomics! (for me at least....)

If you haven't tried one, Ray, I'd encourage you to check 'em out!
I have and they are great! I’ve had the...
Paramilitary
Manix
Civilian
Police
Ocelot - with the tracts in the handle
And some others. Traded them in for some Randalls for my son and myself as they could be better used outdoors hiking and camping. The Gunting is the first Spyderco I have had in a couple of years. I wouldn’t mind the new Spyderco ATR...very nice!


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Re: SAKs + other blades
Reply #2087 on: December 05, 2018, 05:28:46 PM
My Randall and Spartan. The compass is a liquid filled and settles down so fast which is great.


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Reply #2088 on: December 05, 2018, 05:30:26 PM
Nice Randall!

Don't recall....which model?

I've had a couple Randall's in my day. I love the handmade feel of Randall's. Each one is a bit unique.


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Reply #2089 on: December 05, 2018, 05:41:38 PM
The Outdoorsman model 22. My son got the Fisherman? His has stag handle. I am really lucky as when we came back state side in ‘70, Randall was probably the only know thing in the small town of Orlando back then...Disney would not put Orlando into the spot light for a couple more years.


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Reply #2090 on: December 05, 2018, 05:55:44 PM
I had a Bird & Trout (No. 8?). Great little knife. Also a longer, slim, curved model...don't recall which...model 4?


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Reply #2091 on: December 05, 2018, 08:30:45 PM
I had a Bird & Trout (No. 8?). Great little knife. Also a longer, slim, curved model...don't recall which...model 4?
Sorry - had to look up what I told you as the model number wasn’t right...its a Woodsman model 28. Knew it had to do with the outdoors.
Yes you are correct on the Bird & Trout as the model 8. The model 4 is the longer, slim curved Small Game and Skinner.
If you are ever visiting the area, let me know, I am only 7.6 miles away from the shop. The old residential house he used to live in has now been turned into the museum and it is a must see!


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Reply #2092 on: December 05, 2018, 08:32:42 PM
I had a Bird & Trout (No. 8?). Great little knife. Also a longer, slim, curved model...don't recall which...model 4?
Sorry - had to look up what I told you as the model number wasn’t right...its a Woodsman model 28. Knew it had to do with the outdoors.
Yes you are correct on the Bird & Trout as the model 8. The model 4 is the longer, slim curved Small Game and Skinner.
If you are ever visiting the area, let me know, I am only 7.6 miles away from the shop. The old residential house he used to live in has now been turned into the museum and it is a must see!

I'd love that!


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Reply #2093 on: December 05, 2018, 08:42:22 PM
My last remaining Randall:





I gave the others away, but this one was a gift. I don't have a lot of use for a Bowie on a day-to-day basis, but it sure is sweet.  :rofl:


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Reply #2094 on: December 05, 2018, 08:55:48 PM
My last remaining Randall:

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I gave the others away, but this one was a gift. I don't have a lot of use for a Bowie on a day-to-day basis, but it sure is sweet.  :rofl:
:sa:
I hope that gets out on some of your hikes or even hunting trips. That is another looker!  :dd:  More so than your Spyderco’s!  :hatsoff:


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Reply #2095 on: December 05, 2018, 09:12:18 PM
 :rofl:

Cool knife. Beast of a knife.   :tu:

But doesn't see a whole lot of time on the hip.   :-\


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Reply #2096 on: December 05, 2018, 09:28:30 PM
:rofl:

Cool knife. Beast of a knife.   :tu:

But doesn't see a whole lot of time on the hip.   :-\
That has to be about a what, 10 inch blade.


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Reply #2097 on: December 05, 2018, 09:40:46 PM
Yeah....about 10"....give or take a 1/4"... ;)


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Reply #2098 on: December 05, 2018, 10:19:49 PM
Yeah....about 10"....give or take a 1/4"... ;)
That’s what I was thinking.  :cheers:


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Reply #2099 on: December 05, 2018, 10:21:48 PM
Perfect for a picnic or BBQ!   :D


 

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