Over priced knives

[wingriderz]

So a post on over priced firearms. So I thought I put out a post on what those think are over rated over priced knifes. Got to tell you my price point on a knife has been $75.00 to $ 100.00 max. So I stay with. Case ( plain jane ) Bucks and Sogs. Dont see this changing any time soon for me.

 

[Ribwizzard]

I like knives. And have probably paid too much for some, but $100 for a quality knife is a bargain. I'll go just north of $200 for a folder, and up to $350 for a
good fix blade. But it had better be a really nice knife

Anything past that, I would consider a RIP off. Just not enough material or labor involved to go any higher..

 

[loknload]

I usually stick with brands like Buck, Browning and Case. Would spend up to about $75.00.
I did spend $125 for this hand made one though.

 

[HOUSTON RICK]

I collect Case, Buck and others. I am not above getting some of the folders off Cutlery Corner.

 

[22hipower]

Some say these are over priced, others say they're worth it.

Jeff
SWCA #1457

 

[torizus]

Some say these are over priced, others say they're worth it.

Jeff
SWCA #1457

Is that a randall? What model ?

 

[Fishinfool]

In all honesty, there is really no reason to spend over $100 for a quality working knife, fixed or folder. That said, I have spent over that for more than a couple knives I really liked. But, I don't fool myself that they are two or three times better than my $100 knives in any meaningful way.

Sort of like comparing a Charter arms Bulldog .44 spl with a Triple Lock .44 spl. Both will reliably do the same thing, its just one brings a smile to your face when you handle it....

Larry

 

[22hipower]

Is that a randall? What model ?

Yes, Randall. Don't remember the model number for sure, would have to dig it out of the safe, maybe 28.

Jeff
SWCA #1457

 

[kwselke]

There has been a noticeable uptick in knife prices in the last two years. Whether the cause is demand or steel tariffs I have no idea. I have a $100 price limit on knives. I have yet to break the $100 limit. It's becoming a difficult rule to keep, but when I think about breaking the $100 rule I ask myself what this knife will do that my other knives will not. I have accumulated many brands, but Spyderco and Buck are the brands that have had the most pocket time with me for the last 35 years. I just keep looking for sales and special deals, and I keep finding them.

 

[J. R. WEEMS]

KNIVES

Some say these are over priced, others say they're worth it.

Jeff
SWCA #1457

If carbon steel, my vote is worth it for being used. Collected a few that came my way down through the years, some were a gift. Just a couple. Add a couple Bucks, etc.

 

[bamacisa]

I like knives....have collected knives ever since I was in high school. I am retired and live a comfortable retirement I collect Case, Buck and Boker knives. I don't buy more expensive knives..... I really don't use the knives that I collect. I am sure that the more expensive knives are good......but they are not my cup of tea.

 

[THE PILGRIM]

As I have posted-
I have a lot of Knives!
I have some of almost everything, and I paid considerably for some.

 

[Jessie]

There are many good knives, folders and fixed, for $150 or less but I think you should treat yourself to at least one knife in your life that costs more.
You've done it with your guns haven't you?

 

[series guy]

I might have a thing for knives. When the price reaches a certain point it's about the art aspect as much or more than the practical aspect.

 

[holo]

I spend about $150.00 on my daily carry knives I usually buy Benchmade knives on the 2nd hand markets. They are great knives but not at there retail prices, so I look at gun show and other forms for deals.

 

[Kitgun]

Making a "Randall" type knife is a time consuming labor intensive project, I've seem some of the work involved not easy or simple. That why they cost what they do.

 

[gregintenn]

I never understood Randall knives nor Rolex watches. A lot of people love them, however. Let the flaming begin.

 

[THE PILGRIM]

Speaking as a Rolex and Randle owner,
Not sure that I 'understand ' them.
I wanted them.
I had the money.
I bought them.
Simple as that!

 

[Ribwizzard]

Some knifes worth every penny , just becouse I enjoy them.

 

[Mule Packer]

Something my Grandpa taught me over 60 years ago was the fact that a good quality knife was well worth the price. As a result, I've probably gone a little overboard because I have acquired several high quality knives. On the other hand, though, I use a knife every day.

Most of my pocket knives are Case, but a 99-year old Schrade "safety button" knife finds its way in the front pocket of my Wranglers a good majority of the time. Saw where they're going for $450 a while back. Over priced? Not a chance. The sentimental value alone on this knife is worth a heckuva lot more than that. It was a gift from a very good friend.

As for fixed blade knives, I have a few Randall knives, all of which are users.

Over priced? Randalls are actually cheap when you realize how much labor is involved. You're essentially getting a hand-forged knife for what is now the high end of production knives.

 

[Farmer17]

Wow, I guess I'm really a cheap skate compared to the other guys here! I have about 30 or so knives Bucks, Gerbers, Kershaws, Case, Camillius, Old Henry, SOG, Spyderco, Schrade, Victorinox, Cold Steel, Lightning, Ontario Knife Company, etc and I can't really tell the difference between the steel in any of them. My Benchmade will hold an edge a little longer than the other knives but it will still need sharpening eventually but I haven't spent over 40 bucks on any of my knives. I baby my guns but my knives are all just tools used for whatever I need them for, cutting, prying, scraping, chopping, hammering and if one breaks I'm not concerned in the least.

 

[Kanewpadle]

I buy Benchmade only. Although I'm not sure if I'm sticking with them.

Some of their knives are overpriced. Some aren't. They make an outstanding product with excellent customer service.

 

[gunnails]

Nice knives, but I will probably never buy another Benchmade. Seeing how there okay with chopping up guns and donate to anti gun politicians.

 

[Drm50]

Custom knives aside any factory knife is over priced. I have a few but don't collect. The companies business is supported by collectors. They are never going to be used or sharpened so a lot of them are no more than
fancy handles with blade a secondary attachment. A old $1 Barlow from a
HWD store will give most of them a run for their money as far as use.

 

[jpage]

Something my Grandpa taught me over 60 years ago was the fact that a good quality knife was well worth the price. As a result, I've probably gone a little overboard because I have acquired several high quality knives. On the other hand, though, I use a knife every day.

Most of my pocket knives are Case, but a 99-year old Schrade "safety button" knife finds its way in the front pocket of my Wranglers a good majority of the time.

As for fixed blade knives, I have a few Randall knives, all of which are users.

Over priced? Randalls are actually cheap when you realize how much labor is involved. You're essentially getting a hand-forged knife for what is now the high end of production knives.

I like Your taste in autos ! Just picked up this Schrade Presto M2. I've been looking for one for years. Paid a little too much, but worth getting yelled at by the Mrs. Not to many un-issued one left.

 

[kwselke]

These little Spyderco key chain knives keep appearing at my home and demanding to be paired with house keys. Their high end steels combined with a split ring key ring and keys for added grip make them amazing little tools. A Ladybug with V-Toku 2 steel appeared at the house this weekend. I had a key ring for it, but still need to find another set of house keys to extend the grip. It has to get in line with its Ladybug/Manbug brethren for pocket time. I normally carry a bigger knife, but I almost always have my keys with me. If I find I forgot to pack a bigger knife, I pat myself down and there an overpriced exceedingly capable tiny keychain knife is found.

 

[CH4]

I'm another $10 to $300 knife guy. The past couple years I've been attracted to ZT and Tops. Both look nice and are seemingly well made. I appreciate the heft of a couple of my ZTs.

Here's my ZT801 Titanium

 

[nachogrande]

MIXED THOUGHTS

Good steel & craftsmanship don't come cheap. I don't use mine for combat, throwing, splitting firewood, shaving arm hair as a pry bar etc. 8 $ schrade sharpfingers & folders have been my mainstays & worked fine. 2 stainless gerber trout & bird knifes have been with me since the 70's. The most I ever paid was 75$ for a buck kalinga, but it was too pretty/expensive & I rarely used it. The buck 110 & kalinga were stolen, the 119 I sold. YES I can appreciate Randals etc. Just not in my budget. The VERY FIRST knife I ever bought (early 60's), a Dexter Russell 6" filet knife is about the sharpest I own & is used daily by both my wife & I in the kitchen. Best 3 $ I ever spent.

 

[joe44va]

I have a pile of Buck knives. I've added a couple of 110s since I took this picture. I carry a Benchmade 470.

 

[Muss Muggins]

As someone who actually uses the knives he buys, from Spyderco to Benchmade to Randall, you get what you pay for. Making excuses for a cheap knife is just that. But if you're happy, you're happy. I'm not insulting you for your cheap knife choices. Don't insult me for my expensive knife choices. Nothing is overpriced if it sells. When it sells, two people are happy, and they're the only two important people in the transaction . . .