Do I like this, or is it absolutely fowl?

Benner · **on:** November 19, 2010, 09:23:01 PM

I am torn about whether the below is uber tarty and gorgeous, or just rotten;

So, do I like this or not?

AHB · **Reply #1 on:** November 19, 2010, 09:29:40 PM

Eewww.. I'll rather have the Yellowhorse Paratool...

Sparky415 · **Reply #2 on:** November 19, 2010, 09:51:22 PM

Too Tarty

Now this is Classy

http://www.knifepurveyor.com/william_henry_limited_edition_icon_folder_knife_2148.aspx

Jmora · **Reply #3 on:** November 19, 2010, 10:05:16 PM

depends. Is this knife making reference to a particular style of knife from the past or from a particular culture? In which case it would be justified, if its just frills for no reason then it would be an expensive version of a shopping mall ninja knife.

Mr. Whippy · **Reply #4 on:** November 19, 2010, 10:14:58 PM

Firstly, Sparky is right. His link is much classier.

Secondly, I think you like it because it appears very balanced, and the oveall shape is great. The frills etc is a case of different horses for different courses.

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #5 on:** November 19, 2010, 10:15:35 PM

Far, far, FAR too busy for my tastes $:-\$

heavy handed · **Reply #6 on:** November 19, 2010, 11:47:31 PM

i like the handle, but in IMO the spear shape blade that WH do is much nicer.

jekostas · **Reply #7 on:** November 19, 2010, 11:54:21 PM

Gah, talk about ugly... that kinda look goes for $30 on eBay, and that's where it should stay.

Sazabi · **Reply #8 on:** November 19, 2010, 11:55:23 PM

Personally, I like the one Sparky linked to much better; the one you like, Benner, is far too busy for me. :/ Granted, I'm also of the group who would love to have a Victorinox Heritage Soldier to carry if it wasn't about five times as expensive - and rare, perhaps especially on part of the limited exclusiveness and lack of ready replacements - if I had the chance, especially if I'm spending over $100 for a knife. Personally, I'd skip on it, but Benner, if you like it, and you have the funds, don't let us stop you.

[Edit: Holy smurf those knives are expensive; one is spf at $12,500, while their most expensive one is $24,000.

I think the law of diminishing returns definitely applies here; yes, some of those knives look very nice, but I'd be bonkers to pay that much for one. =/

With that said, I do really like this, though I think I'd like it more as a manual opener, and without the engraved scales; perhaps with titanium scales instead, too. Though, this is pure sexy, albeit, perhaps slightly too long for me.

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ari6126 · **Reply #9 on:** November 20, 2010, 07:12:14 AM

I've actaully handled one of these brand knives at a knife shop back home. I went in because they have the best SAK selection in the state, and I saw these knives. They had quite a few. The guy behind the counter let me open and close one that was $1100

. The action was very smooth, but I was most impressed by the copper/steel Damascus. It was the nicest blade material I have ever seen.

On a side note, if you are ever in Santa Fe NM go to Cutlery of Santa Fe. Great selection, terrible prices (sometimes more than full retail).

Gadget Guy · **Reply #10 on:** November 20, 2010, 07:14:45 AM

Yuck!

MultiMat · **Reply #11 on:** November 20, 2010, 07:45:52 AM

Neil · **Reply #12 on:** November 20, 2010, 12:07:49 PM

Quote from: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on November 19, 2010, 10:15:35 PM

Far, far, FAR too busy for my tastes $:-\$

Agreed

Gareth · **Reply #13 on:** November 20, 2010, 12:12:27 PM

I think I could like the blade on a plain handle, or even the handle with a plain blade, but both together are just too much IMO.

Benner · **Reply #14 on:** November 20, 2010, 06:56:55 PM

Quote from: Sazabi on November 19, 2010, 11:55:23 PM

Personally, I like the one Sparky linked to much better; the one you like, Benner, is far too busy for me. :/ Granted, I'm also of the group who would love to have a Victorinox Heritage Soldier to carry if it wasn't about five times as expensive - and rare, perhaps especially on part of the limited exclusiveness and lack of ready replacements - if I had the chance, especially if I'm spending over $100 for a knife. Personally, I'd skip on it, but Benner, if you like it, and you have the funds, don't let us stop you.

[Edit: Holy smurf those knives are expensive; one is spf at $12,500, while their most expensive one is $24,000. I think the law of diminishing returns definitely applies here; yes, some of those knives look very nice, but I'd be bonkers to pay that much for one. =/

With that said, I do really like this, though I think I'd like it more as a manual opener, and without the engraved scales; perhaps with titanium scales instead, too. Though, this is pure sexy, albeit, perhaps slightly too long for me. ]

Did you read this thread at all?

sawman · **Reply #15 on:** November 20, 2010, 07:04:05 PM

Too fancy for me

Sazabi · **Reply #16 on:** November 20, 2010, 07:19:53 PM

Benner: I missed that line in the first post, sorry. XD

Benner · **Reply #17 on:** November 20, 2010, 07:36:43 PM

And the title of the thread

Only yanking ya chain pal

Screwtape · **Reply #18 on:** November 20, 2010, 10:04:13 PM

yyeearrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrgggggg my eyes!

WhichDawg · **Reply #19 on:** November 22, 2010, 07:50:53 PM

I think it's beautiful but too "busy" and nice for me to use or want.

CQC-7 · **Reply #20 on:** November 23, 2010, 04:44:26 PM

I really love the craftsmanship. However, I think it is ugly. Simplicity is pretty. If I were a king I'd carry such a folder. However, I'm unfortunately not a king.

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