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    • derivative666D
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      CR designed the Ti-Lock w/ the Hawk bros.  His knives are nice but there are many manufacturers that do it better then Chris Reeve. I have had every model of CRK. His knives are expensive and for a bit more money you can get a superior custom knife.

      "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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      • mclaincauseyM
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        I think it's a masterpiece. It's easily user serviceable, it pioneered a terrific locking mechanism that took the industry by storm, has a great Spartan aesthetic, really nice blade designs and grinds, world-class pivot, and built to outstanding tolerances (measured in micrometers) for a manufactured blade. $0.02

        Oh, and I'd add that no one stands behind their blades more than CRK. Any discussion of cost relative to other makers has to include that fact.

        Think it, be it.

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        • DougNgD
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          @jdl1279:

          Looking for a lockback hunter, about 4", any suggestions?

          http://www.collectorknives.net/gec-2013-northfield-burnt-stag-spear-lockback/

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

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          • DougNgD
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            @daynym:

            which chris reeve do you recommend?

            Sebenza. Large or small depending on your needs

            Simple, classic, the knife by which all modern designs are measured by

            You can get other knives that his this feature and that feature, but when you break it down to bare bones, the Sebenza is all you need in a highly refined package

            Additionally, CRK's warranty and service is great, which is important if it's going to be a long term user

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

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            • J
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              Looking for something more like this, but stepped up a notch

              http://www.smkw.com/webapp/eCommerce/products/Case/Case®+Sawcut+Antique+Jigged+Bone+Mid-Folding+Hunter/CA31737.html

              Bourbon: because living in Kentucky just makes you want to drink

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              • mclaincauseyM
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                Here you go you can use the searching and filtration here: https://www.arizonacustomknives.com/product-filter.aspx?Classifications=6&KnifeType=13

                Think it, be it.

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                • derivative666D
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                  ^check out Hiroaki Ohta

                  "honorable mention to the bearded giant aka derivative666 for being a stand up dude & not changing with the seasons since i've been around these parts" Monday

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                  • mclaincauseyM
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                    Ohta rules, but be prepared to pay for that style from him.

                    Think it, be it.

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                    • J
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                      The idea is I want that knife style, I am just getting to the point where over the top in my taste hasn't happened yet. I had a old redbone Case that was perfect, but those always have a way of walking off. I have a bit of a collection, but nothing that says "my perfect knife" Will check suggestions, maybe I'll find it.

                      Bourbon: because living in Kentucky just makes you want to drink

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                      • DougNgD
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                        @jdl1279:

                        Looking for something more like this, but stepped up a notch

                        http://www.smkw.com/webapp/eCommerce/products/Case/Case®+Sawcut+Antique+Jigged+Bone+Mid-Folding+Hunter/CA31737.html

                        That is not a lockback

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

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                        • DougNgD
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                          @jdl1279:

                          The idea is I want that knife style, I am just getting to the point where over the top in my taste hasn't happened yet. I had a old redbone Case that was perfect, but those always have a way of walking off. I have a bit of a collection, but nothing that says "my perfect knife" Will check suggestions, maybe I'll find it.

                          For a production slip joint, I always recommend Great Eastern Cutlery and it's sub brands: Tidioute and Northfield.

                          I don't really understand what you're looking for. Knife style as in traditional vs modern? Or the blade style? Natural handles? Synthetic? Liner lock? Lockback? Double/single bolsters?

                          This is a listing of their designs

                          http://www.collectorknives.net/gec-by-pattern/

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

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                          • DougNgD
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                            @derivative666:

                            CR designed the Ti-Lock w/ the Hawk bros.  His knives are nice but there are many manufacturers that do it better then Chris Reeve. I have had every model of CRK. His knives are expensive and for a bit more money you can get a superior custom knife.

                            One thing from someone who's been around custom knives for awhile: if you have a problem with your knife, the turnaround time varies tremendously from maker to maker. I've had knives some back to me inside of a week. Others, can take six months or longer. Chris Reeve is pretty consistent at a couple weeks

                            You can pay a little more money and have the satisfaction of a custom knife, but the customer service can be a crapshoot

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

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                            • mclaincauseyM
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                              Yeah. And I know CRK will be there, period. What happens if a custom maker fails, closes up shop, just stops, dies, etc. CRK is here to stay, it's a very successful business. Which is probably one reason they have reliable service, they can afford it.

                              Think it, be it.

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                              • J
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                                Very close here, design wise. What is missing is the rounded heel on the Case.

                                http://www.collectorknives.net/schatt-morgan-keystone-wine-bone-lockback-hunter/#PhotoSwipe1390783238746

                                Bourbon: because living in Kentucky just makes you want to drink

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                                • mclaincauseyM
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                                  That jigged handle reminds me of the Tony Bose collab slipjoint Case D sold me. The blade is not stainless so you can patina it, great knife.

                                  http://www.knifecenter.com/item/CA7183/Case-Tony-Bose-BackPocket-Folding-3-12-inch-Plain-Blade-Standard-Red-Jigged-Bone-Handles-TB61546-SS

                                  Think it, be it.

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                                  • J
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                                    This exact knife with a red bone handle was my favorite that took a walk. Was confusing knives this one is liner lock.

                                    Mclain,

                                    Mine was that red bone in the below knife. Had much more color depth than the trapper

                                    http://www2.knifecenter.com/item/CA71022/case-deep-canyon-jigged-burnt-natural-bone-mid-folding-hunter-w-clip-4-18-closed-61265lc-ss

                                    Bourbon: because living in Kentucky just makes you want to drink

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                                    • daynymD
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                                      I calmed my itchy trigger finger a bit by buin a benchmade 530.

                                      why so serious?

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                                      • daynymD
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                                        Btw. I like to wrist flick my knives pretty much, too.
                                        Maybe it´ll fuck the knife up in long term view, but it is so calming and fun…

                                        why so serious?

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                                        • J
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                                          This is kind of over the top, but suits my taste

                                          http://www.boker.de/us/pocket-knife/boker/classic-pocket-knife/112016DAM.html

                                          Bourbon: because living in Kentucky just makes you want to drink

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                                          • mclaincauseyM
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                                            That pricing is way too high for a factory piece IMO. You could get one of Ohta's hand-made traditional Western custom knives for that kind of loot. Granted, this is a slipjoint and not a lock back, but something like this, for example:
                                            https://www.arizonacustomknives.com/Model-108-by-Hiroaki-Ohta-Knives.aspx?ReturnUrl=Hiroaki-Ohta.aspx%3FPage%3D

                                            This site has a number of good custom blades as well, plenty in Damascus.

                                            Here's a lockback: http://customknifegallery.com/lee1f.html#fbm

                                            And another: http://customknifegallery.com/ricke1f.html#diw
                                            And a framelock I almost bought myself: http://customknifegallery.com/wilmot1f.html#DIW1

                                            Think it, be it.

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