A couple things for people trying to snap up an Exec for the challenge, from someone who bought too many after they got disco'd a yearish ago.1. Don't pay more than $35 (including tax, shipping, etc.) for a used Executive (at least in the continental US). If you get lucky, $25 total isn't undoable, but I wouldn't go above $35. In general, the parts on the Exec most prone to damage are the scales (like most SAKs) and the file. If those two look to be in good shape, it's probably a good buy. New will obviously go higher, but I wouldn't pay the $70+ I see some sellers asking. New ones do seem to be available at or near MSRP from some Euro retailers, but the supply seems to have mostly dried up on this side of the pond. Check with your FLKS.2. I'm seeing a lot of keyring-less versions popping up lately. I think 74mm is an ideal keychain MT size, so I would skip on those unless you're after it for something other than EDC (advertising collection, etc.). Even if you're not normally big on keychain carry, might as well try it for a week as part of the challenge.
A couple things for people trying to snap up an Exec for the challenge, from someone who bought too many after they got disco'd a yearish ago.1. Don't pay more than $35 (including tax, shipping, etc.) for a used Executive (at least in the continental US). If you get lucky, $25 total isn't undoable, but I wouldn't go above $35. In general, the parts on the Exec most prone to damage are the scales (like most SAKs) and the file. If those two look to be in good shape, it's probably a good buy. New will obviously go higher, but I wouldn't pay the $70+ I see some sellers asking. New ones do seem to be available at or near MSRP from some Euro retailers, but the supply seems to have mostly dried up on this side of the pond. Check with your FLKS.2. I'm seeing a lot of keyring-less versions popping up lately. I think 74mm is an ideal keychain MT size, so I would skip on those unless you're after it for something other than EDC (advertising collection, etc.). Even if you're not normally big on keychain carry, might as well try it for a week as part of the challenge.3. If anyone is having trouble getting one, I'm still down to play quartermaster. Drop me a PM and we'll work something out.
Hmmm. This looks interesting Nix. Of course I do want to carry my 84mm Christmas LE Sportsman on 25th but I think we’ve had this conversation … Maybe I’ll get a dispensation this year?
Coming up soon!
Alright, I’ve got my Executives cleaned, sharpened, and the scales replaced on the one where the originals were practically falling off the knife. I’m ready to go! (And a little sad/nervous about not having my constant companion, the Rambler, in my pocket for the whole month of December).
Just aquired a Red And a Black.
There’s an easy way to find that Executive. Just buy another one!The one you lost should reappear right after the replacement arrives! That’s usually how that works.
Edit. Does Mrs Nix know you have one NIB? just asking … they are jolly handy after all …
I doubt that Phil! What Mrs Nix doesn't know won't harm anyone
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