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    DougNg
    Joined: 24 Sept 2009

    @zhivago:

    Only knife I would ever consider using as a pry bar is a Hinderer, knives are for cutting…just sayin.

    And if I were to use a Hinderer for that, it would be because my family is on the other side of a door in a room that's on fire

    Using the Applegate for prying was unwise as well. It's only full stock down that narrow strip down the middle. The knife is a dagger. Strong for stabbing, about as weak as a knife can get for prying

    If you really want a stout folder, I would also look into the Zero Tolerance line. I have a 0560 and it's as stout as my XM-18 at half the price

    I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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      Deebo
      Joined: 17 May 2012

      @DougNg:

      @zhivago:

      Only knife I would ever consider using as a pry bar is a Hinderer, knives are for cutting…just sayin.

      And if I were to use a Hinderer for that, it would be because my family is on the other side of a door in a room that's on fire

      Amen. I sometimes have trouble using my XM-18s (especially when they're new) for normal tasks.

      But seriously, it is a VERY BAD idea to use any folder for prying, I don't care how "hard use" the folder is. If you must pry with a tool made to cut go with a Busse and you should be fine.

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        Seul
        Joined: 24 Nov 2009

        @DougNg:

        You might want to send your knife in for servicing.

        I will eventually. They really do a complete check-up for free, it's quite nice!.. As soon as I'm mentally able to miss it for a week or two…  ::)

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          DougNg
          Joined: 24 Sept 2009

          @Seul:

          @DougNg:

          You might want to send your knife in for servicing.

          I will eventually. They really do a complete check-up for free, it's quite nice!.. As soon as I'm mentally able to miss it for a week or two…  ::)

          Unless you need to have something replaced because of abuse, then you'll have to pay for it. And they can can tell when it's been abused. Chris one time pointed out a user/abuser had flicked his knife open hundreds of time by the way that the stop pin was deformed. Pretty amazing

          I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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            Seul
            Joined: 24 Nov 2009

            I'm sure I've opened my knife thousands, if not tens of thousands of times… I work with it... I mean: should I just look at it?..

            It doesn't matter if they charge me a fee though...

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              DougNg
              Joined: 24 Sept 2009

              Flicking your knife open is not the same as opening it. Opening it means you open it with just your thumb, fast or slow doesn't matter. Flicking it means you're using your wrist or entire arm to snap the blade in place. Chris likens it to slamming a car door OPEN

              I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                Seul
                Joined: 24 Nov 2009

                Shit, of course… I've never flicked it open, nor have I ever attempted doing so...

                That's for the record, Mr. Reeve...  😉

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                  DougNg
                  Joined: 24 Sept 2009

                  @Seul:

                  @DougNg:

                  You might want to send your knife in for servicing.

                  I will eventually. They really do a complete check-up for free, it's quite nice!.. As soon as I'm mentally able to miss it for a week or two…  ::)

                  Try a CRKT Eros or Ripple. They come in two sizes as well. They flip as fast if not faster than an automatic. Great fun for the price. Should keep you busy for a couple weeks.

                  I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                    Seul
                    Joined: 24 Nov 2009

                    Got me Kershaw Scallion… Really like that wee'un...  🙂

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                      urbanwoodsman
                      Banned
                      Joined: 16 Aug 2011

                      Alright knife guys, I want an assisted open, 4" or smaller, made in USA(unless you convince me otherwise) pocket knife for under $75.

                      Any ideas?

                      I'm more interested in the Levis of the knife world or my cash flow is anyways…

                      last edited by 4 Nov 2012, 04:02 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                        zhivago
                        Raw and Unwashed
                        Joined: 17 Aug 2010

                        Microtech might be worth checking out…

                        Zhivago

                        MM: "we all got to start somewhere"

                        G: "Never once did he bitch, moan or complain.  He just motivated the team and got on with it"

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                          joesaintjohn
                          啓蒙家
                          Joined: 9 Aug 2012

                          I love my Kershaw 1620 frame lock, and my wife loves the pink mini version I got her. Make it a him/her thing 🙂

                          Fat dudes need good clothes too.

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                            Seul
                            Joined: 24 Nov 2009

                            Have a Kershaw Zing up for sale btw… Although nemesisnow1200 (from the IH forum) expressed interest...

                            Anyway: if you want a cheap, US made knife, Kershaw is the way to go...

                            Sent from my BlackBerry 9520 using Tapatalk

                            last edited by 4 Nov 2012, 09:06 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                              Giles
                              IHUK Crew
                              Joined: 22 Sept 2009

                              Kershaw Chive - can be picked up for around USD30 - I got 2 in NYC couple of weeks ago….

                              "OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011

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                                Seul
                                Joined: 24 Nov 2009

                                If shopping on eBay, buy from this lad:

                                http://stores.ebay.com/dullknifeterminator

                                last edited by 4 Nov 2012, 13:08 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                  DougNg
                                  Joined: 24 Sept 2009

                                  @urbanwoodsman:

                                  Alright knife guys, I want an assisted open, 4" or smaller, made in USA(unless you convince me otherwise) pocket knife for under $75.

                                  Any ideas?

                                  I'm more interested in the Levis of the knife world or my cash flow is anyways…

                                  If you're willing to go a little over your $75 budget:

                                  http://www.knifeworks.com/kershawkenonionbluraluminumandcarbonfiberhandles154cm.aspx

                                  It's a classic. And Alton Brown's every day carry. Great knife materials. There are other Blurs that cost less, but they use skateboard tape on the handle, and will not be kind on your jeans

                                  The Kershaw Leek is also one of my favorites. This one is particularly awesome

                                  http://www.knifeworks.com/kershawleekstainlesssteelhandlesandvik13c26cpm-d2compositeplainedge.aspx

                                  If you're willing to budge from your made in the USA requirement:

                                  http://www.knifeworks.com/columbiariveronionripplebluestainlesssteelhandleplainedge.aspx

                                  It's not assisted open, doesn't need the spring. It uses ball bearings in the handle, and flips open faster than an assisted open. It's Jody's every day carry, I carry mine occassionally (I usually carry a CRKT Eros). Slim, fast, great ergonomics, and really really beautiful. Made in Taiwan, but the warranty is fantastic as the company is headquartered in Portland. They'll take care of you if you have any issues

                                  Btw, you might have issues getting a knife shipped to NY by a retailer because of the current knife crackdown there. Best bet is to use a proxy

                                  I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                                    DougNg
                                    Joined: 24 Sept 2009

                                    Btw, the standard Zing is not assisted open, but the new Stainless Steel handled one is

                                    I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

                                    last edited by 4 Nov 2012, 14:39 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                      DougNg
                                      Joined: 24 Sept 2009

                                      @zhivago:

                                      Microtech might be worth checking out…

                                      Microtech's warranty is famously shitty

                                      I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

                                      last edited by 4 Nov 2012, 14:39 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                        DougNg
                                        Joined: 24 Sept 2009

                                        Also, the Kershaw Cryo is a good pick too. Rick Hinderer is a brilliant designer. Not made in the US though

                                        Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD

                                        I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

                                        last edited by 4 Nov 2012, 15:21 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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                                          urbanwoodsman
                                          Banned
                                          Joined: 16 Aug 2011

                                          I'm gonna look over all these. And you just read my mind Doug. Kershaw Cryo and Leek were in my amazon cart last night but I waited to see if anyone had any advice. Looks like I was on the right cheap track.

                                          Also, I've only had CRKT knives for the last few years and I do really love the brand too. I'll look into the Eros as well.

                                          last edited by 11 Apr 2012, 15:42 4 Nov 2012, 15:34 1 Reply Last reply Reply Quote 0
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