My new knife

[HalfStack]

I was researching for a good open assisted knife but didn't realized that they cost a pretty penny so I'm saving up to get a Benchmade or a ZT.

I wanted one to play with in the meantime so I ordered a SOG Flash II for $49 at Amazon. It had very good reviews so I picked it.

I got it today and it's certainly a decent knife. No wobble or play, snaps open and lock with authority and sharp out of the box.

Only that I didn't like the clip so that's off and the handle's too thin to hold and flick. Also not very ergonomic for me but probably better for someone with smaller hands.

Not a bad knife at all though and I'm learning something from it that I want a thicker handle. Those probably come with a holster.

 

[bigchuck83]

Nice looking knife, I've been very happy with the ZT 0350 tiger stripe, it's been abused a bit and going strong, someday I'll buy a Benchmade.

 

[Jessie]

I got a flash II also. I played with the tension and got it to where I like it.
I think its a good assisted opener for the price.
It was a bit long so I got a Benchmade which is a bit shorter and easier to carry.
I'm still happy with the Sog though.
Can't have too many knives!

 

[Marshwheeling]

A few years ago I bought a Flash II, drawn primarily by a super low price on Midway. I have never really bonded with it, and carry it infrequently. I'd probably feel different about it if it had a drop point instead of the tanto, and if it had come without the serrations, but hey, there was a reason Midway was clearing this one out.

My favorite carry is a Benchmade Mini Barrage, smaller but more substantial, with a very nice assist.

 

[shouldazagged]

I alternate carrying a Spyderco Endura and a SOG Flash II. I like both very well, though the Spyderco is not an assisted opener. It's also a better-made knife overall, but the Flash II is well built. Both fit my hand very well.

I don't like coated blades or the "American tanto" point, so my SOG is the uncoated plain-edged drop-point. It's a good cutter, holds its edge well, and operates smoothly--opens fast and locks securely.

I think it's an excellent buy for the buck, so I got one for my sister to carry for self defense--she hates and fears guns and won't consider pepper spray or a stun weapon. She's sixty-five and stubborn, so I've given up trying to change her mind. She loves the SOG.

Mine are cutting tools and not defensive implements unless all else fails and the situation has totally gone to hell.

 

[Jessie]

Mine is also an uncoated drop point, but half serrated. I needed that for work, but still think its useful.
And good on your sister for being ok for stabbing someone as opposed to shooting them or spraying them with mace...
My kind of girl!

 

[CH4]

I am not much of a knife junky, but really like my ZT 200 and 801.

 

[Jessie]

Nice knife, but what is that Smith? That's the best looking thing in that picture.

 

[Donn]

I have a Sog Flash II with a shiny, part serrated drop point blade. I wasn't crazy about the pocket clip either, but got used to it. Very serviceable piece. Only thing I don't like is the safety.

 

[loc n load]

SOG

+1 on the SOG.....My edc is a SOG trident with the bowie type partially serrated blade...had it since they came on the market years ago and it has served me well.

 

[HalfStack]

I put the clip back on but on the back side. made it easier to open the knife.

For the hell of it, I'm going to get one of them Lightning OTF knife. They seem to be pretty popular and easier for me to open and close.

 

[wingriderz]

They are great knifes I have that model too .I just replaced it My 1st flash had the silver blade. I put afew drops of super glue on the saftey switch problem solved it never comes on when ya dont want it too. I also have the sog trident great one too. Lost my 1st one after 5 years. Hope the replacement makes it past that

 

[HalfStack]

I've been trying to get the Benchmade 3310 Infidel clone but my bank refused the transactions with the Chinese sites. Burns me.

Anyway I found a Shard OTF knife that looks like a Microtech Scarab. I got that on order and we'll see how that goes.

Maybe one of these day I'll get the real Benchmade 3310 Infidel.

 

[Marshwheeling]

I alternate carrying a Spyderco Endura and a SOG Flash II. I like both very well, though the Spyderco is not an assisted opener. It's also a better-made knife overall, but the Flash II is well built. Both fit my hand very well.

I don't like coated blades or the "American tanto" point, so my SOG is the uncoated plain-edged drop-point. It's a good cutter, holds its edge well, and operates smoothly--opens fast and locks securely.

I think it's an excellent buy for the buck, so I got one for my sister to carry for self defense--she hates and fears guns and won't consider pepper spray or a stun weapon. She's sixty-five and stubborn, so I've given up trying to change her mind. She loves the SOG.

Mine are cutting tools and not defensive implements unless all else fails and the situation has totally gone to hell.

A knife is pretty close to useless as a defensive weapon; great as an offensive weapon against an unarmed or unwary opponent, if you are a commando or a thug. But unless you are physically superior to an assailant, your knife is just as likely to be turned against you. If you are physically superior, you can just kick his ***. There is almost no use at all for a "tactical"
knife.

This is not to say an auto or assisted opener, for which there is plenty of use as a working knife, might not also come in handy against that rabid coydog that is chawing on your forearm. Beyond that, the "tactical" knife is mostly for the fantasies of troubled adolescents.

 

[Pre 29]

Have lots of good knives but like my Emersons best. Great knives and the wave feature is faster than any assisted or even auto knife. Not cheap but you get what you pay for.

 

[joe44va]

My Benchmade Emissary is the best EDC I've ever had. The S30V blade stays sharp longer than anything I've ever owned. The lockwork is also great. Had it for a couple of years now. Benchmade offers larger knives with the same steel and lockwork.

 

[KSDeputy]

I carry an SOG fast open knife with a 4" blade. I only own one defensive knife with a shorter blade, it is a sister to the one with a 4" blade. These knives are never used, the blades are factory sharp, they are defensive knives. I have a pocket knife to cut things with.

 

[Inusuit]

A knife is pretty close to useless as a defensive weapon; great as an offensive weapon against an unarmed or unwary opponent, if you are a commando or a thug. But unless you are physically superior to an assailant, your knife is just as likely to be turned against you. If you are physically superior, you can just kick his ***. There is almost no use at all for a "tactical"
knife.

This is not to say an auto or assisted opener, for which there is plenty of use as a working knife, might not also come in handy against that rabid coydog that is chawing on your forearm. Beyond that, the "tactical" knife is mostly for the fantasies of troubled adolescents.

The bolded statement is the same argument that anti gunners use. "The bad guy will just take your gun away and shoot you with it." I don't agree with the anti gunners nor with your opinion on knives.

I agree that many "tactical" knives are sold to daydreamers, but that does not discount the value of a knife as a "get off me" weapon of last resort.

I can't verify this, but the chief instructor in last week's NRA Basic Pistol classes said that more people die of knife wounds than from gun shot wounds.

There is also the intimidation factor of a knife, as almost everyone has been cut at one time or another but not many have been shot.

As with any weapon intended for defense or offense, training is invaluable.

I carry a Spyderco Endura every day in addition to one or more handguns depending on the situation.

 

[zzclancy]

I carry a Benchmade Barrage Assisted Tanto knife with my gun. I like the knife for the weak side carry. Just another option to keep me alive. Remember Airman Stonner on the train from Paris. The terrorist just kept pulling out more weapons. In a life or death fight that's the way it should be. Fight to live!

 

[zzclancy]

Good luck

A knife is pretty close to useless as a defensive weapon; great as an offensive weapon against an unarmed or unwary opponent, if you are a commando or a thug. But unless you are physically superior to an assailant, your knife is just as likely to be turned against you. If you are physically superior, you can just kick his ***. There is almost no use at all for a "tactical"
knife.

This is not to say an auto or assisted opener, for which there is plenty of use as a working knife, might not also come in handy against that rabid coydog that is chawing on your forearm. Beyond that, the "tactical" knife is mostly for the fantasies of troubled adolescents.

Apparently you have never been trained in hand to hand combat. Try taking a gun or knife away from me.

Better yet try taking a KA-BAR away from a U.S. Marine.