#122122 - 01/31/08 02:08 PM
Thoughts on this knife?
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Registered: 12/14/06
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Loc: Texas
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This came up on BladeForums, and is a new company established by two of the knifemakers there. I really like the D2 and ruggedness of this knife, but it would be nice to get the price down $50 or so. The ability to customize is a plus though, but I'm not sure I'd need or want to swap out the handles, and I think I'd see that as a minus versus something I didn't have to worry about working loose. I do like the kydex sheath though. http://www.downeastknife.com/
Edited by Pablo (01/31/08 02:09 PM)
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#122126 - 01/31/08 02:45 PM
Re: Thoughts on this knife?
[Re: paramedicpete]
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Yes, for that price I would much rather have something made from INFI steel. Far more durable and resale value gauranteed, plus you can't beat their warranty.
Whatever floats your boat, though. It does look like a most suitable knife, just a bit expensive.
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#122127 - 01/31/08 02:47 PM
Re: Thoughts on this knife?
[Re: paramedicpete]
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Registered: 12/19/07
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Nice looking knife all in all. Being able to customize it a little is a bonus. As far liking it 50 bucks cheaper, who wouldn't like any knife they could get in their paws for 50 bucks less.... Bottom line is if you like it, get it. Then be sure to tell us all how it performs for you.
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#122184 - 01/31/08 10:10 PM
Re: Thoughts on this knife?
[Re: jmarkantes]
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Registered: 11/17/06
Posts: 351
Loc: New Jersey
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Looks good...I like it.
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#122200 - 02/01/08 12:40 AM
Re: Thoughts on this knife?
[Re: Pablo]
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Old Hand
Registered: 11/27/06
Posts: 707
Loc: Alamogordo, NM
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It's not a new design. That's Scott Tanguay's knife and he has been selling them for awhile. He's just starting a new venture with a guy and I guess they're just "re"-marketing it. It's a super-nice knife, I think, even though I haven't ever handled one.
Isn;t it going to go for approximately $200? As nice as it is, I'd agree that the Mk3 is a better deal for the money.... quite a bit better.
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#122205 - 02/01/08 01:03 AM
Re: Thoughts on this knife?
[Re: falcon5000]
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Registered: 03/20/05
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I like D2 on knives this size, it takes a great edge and holds it for a very long time. For the money, I'd either go with a Dozier or a Krein. Both are proven knife makers in D2, and are masters at their craft.
I also like INFI, and 52100 for most outdoor uses, though. YMMV.
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#122206 - 02/01/08 01:26 AM
Re: Thoughts on this knife?
[Re: Pablo]
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Registered: 05/16/05
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Loc: Finger Lakes of NY State
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Looks very close to a Bark River Knife and Tool Bravo-1, which has been out quite a while.
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