Have at it, fellas. Let us know why you chose what you did, and how it's working out for you.
Please don't quote the entire post with photos when asking questions or commenting.
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Have at it, fellas. Let us know why you chose what you did, and how it's working out for you.
Please don't quote the entire post with photos when asking questions or commenting.
i'm 1st :D .....
ive always used Surefire lights, and i upgraded from the older Defender model to an LED light awhile back and im loving the longer battery life.
the Buck/TOPS knife is a newer buy. its a big beast of a folder and sharp as it gets.
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well...guess I'll break out the camera gear again tonight....
Here's a couple of older pics...that light is now mounted to my rifle...
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Here's mine updated
The CRKT M16-01MK and Streamlight Stylus Pro are in my pocket anytime I can have a knife on me. The Esee 3 Mil finds its way onto my belt more often than not.
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EDC setup:
(M&P 9FS, Comp-Tac MTAC Minotaur IWB, second mag in Comp-Tac carrier, OLD Surefire E2, Benchmade 5000SBK Presidio)
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It's by far the best knife I have ever owned and I plan on getting a few more from their lineup. The blade has a sharp edge that has yet to falter...I even used it to trim some aluminum burrs off the end of that stream light after it got nicked. Got a good weight to it as well.
Strider SLCC tanto and Surefire E2D defender
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photo (19) by Willowofwisp, on Flickr
Strider SMF and Surefire LX2
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IMG_0037 by Willowofwisp, on Flickr
Strider SLCC and Surefire T1A
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IMG_0163 by Willowofwisp, on Flickr
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Surefire X300 (attached to a Glock 19, of course)
Strider SMF
Streamlight Stylus (not pictured)
Thanks to militarymoron for the patch, BTW.
Nice Striders fella's!
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my off duty set up:
FS MP9
SF x300
Holster and mag pouch are Secret City Weaponers (obviously one of the last ones maybe)
Benchmade triage
On duty I carry two lights on my belt a sf g2x on the front in a sf v70 holster and an issued streamlight stinger on the rear. Soon I will be carrying an x300 on my duty MP40 just have to wait and take a class which is stupid but alas.
Surefire LX2 and one of a handful of knives. Strider SNG CC, Chris Reeve Sebenza, Benchmade 710 (current one is D2 with partial serrations, though I don't care for serrations) or Rat Cutlery/ESEE Izula. Great little knife. In my car I keep a Strider VB-GG. Also, carried an Emerson CQC-7 for a while. I have a handful of other knives, but these are the ones I carry or carried.
Of them all, I prefer the Chris Reeve (though I should have bought the full size and not the small) and will likely pick up the Umnumzaan soon. They're both great slicers and work great for everyday tasks. I like the Benchmade as well for the same reasons and I won't be upset.. as much) over loosing it. The Strider SNG is also an awesome knife, but I'll likely start carrying a DB or SA when I need a heavier use concealable knife.
As much as I like the Emerson knives, there's something lacking about the liner lock in my opinion. Also, I'm not 100% sold on the Wave feature though I could see the benefit if you spent a lot of time training with it and was the only type you carried. I don't know, I felt it needed a framelock conversion and would prefer s30v to 154.
I carry the LX2 or E2B as my daily light, though I prefer the LX2 due to it's size and texture.
Nighthawk was replaced with a Glock 17 a while back. Pic is from an EDC thread a while back.
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Strider SNG-CC, I NEED a new one of these or a DB or SA soon. I gave my favorite one to a friend when he went to Iraq.
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Strider SMF-CC but this was too large and I went to the SNG after it was stolen.
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Sebenza
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Izula
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In the bag/car
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Jon, if you do not mind me asking, why are you thinking about switching from the small Sebbie to the large? Is it the size of your hands or the type of work you want the knife to do?
I'm seriously thinking about picking up a small Classic or 21 in left-hand configuration. I've carried a knife on the left-hand side for weapon retention purposes for so long, it feels weird to carry on the right.
Just curious if there was something that you did not like about the small model, other than it's size. Given the $400 price, I'm gathering data before spending the dough.
Thanks for the excellent photos, and stay safe.
There's nothing wrong with the smaller model and it works great for normal daily stuff, but I just prefer a longer, thicker blade, especially when it's a hollow grind.
Honestly, I'd probably opt for the Umnumzaan over a Sebenza as it's more of a cross between a Strider and a Sebenza, in a way. I'm sure the small Sebenza is very solid, but I always limited the amount I'd use it, but with something like my SNG, I'd pry on things if I needed to. I wouldn't hesitate to do that with the Umnumzaan while it's still a very capable slicer.
Keep an eye out on the steels of the new ones as well. This is just my opinion, but I'd try to find one in S30v over the newer S35vn steel. My Chris Reeve Green Beret is S35vn and the edge doesn't compare to S30v, at least for my uses, others may disagree.
Thanks for the information, I appreciate you taking the time to reply. I have heard similiar concerns from other people about the S35VN. I'm also a pretty big fan of the CPM-S30V. I have one of the old original full-size Spyderco Manix folders, which I really like with S30V. I know it's not very scientific, but the edge feels "toothier" to me. It slides into the cut and bites its way through.
I'm leaning towards the smaller blades, as I work in an office that sort of frowns on anything that could be considered a weapon. So in my case, concealed means really concealed. We've also gone through a regime change as well, and I'm interested in a low profile right now.
That Umnumzaan looks quite interesting. Very sturdy, and I like the engraved handles as well. The unobtrusive glass breaker is a plus.
Thanks for your time, and stay safe.
Serious student,
if you want a nice S30v folder for office carry check out the Strider SJ75s.
ZT0360.SKD and a Sunwayman V10R XML. the ZT0360.SKD is a collaboration between ZT and SKD tactical, and i've found it to be my perfect EDC-sized knife - light, not too large. i have quite a few knives, and keep going back to this one for EDC.
the V10R XML is small and light weight, and uses a single CR123 or 16340 rechargeable battery, and can go from 1 lumen to 460 lumens (with the 16340 battery). it's an awesome little light with infinite variable output control using the ring behind the bezel.
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the whole shebang
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Benchmade HK modified tanto combo blade with Axis lock and a Jetbeam BC10. Knife is a bit heavy but its a hell of a worker and the Jetbeam was the brightest bang for the buck in a compact 1 CR123 package!:DAttachment 11437
It's worth more imo than what Dan charges . I think its cheap , considering the package you get . Try pricing out a custom sheath like that and drone for any quality small fixed blade , if you can even get one without needing a seperate sheath for the drone to match .
I don't want to derail the thread , but also taking into account the design features matching the software to go with it is prime .
I agree with militarymoron, the ZT 360.SKD is a perfect sized knife. I know I haven't put mine to as much use as he has, but it's with me all the time, I just live a sheltered life ;) The ZT and the E1B are with me anywhere I can take them.
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here is my custom knife designed by me, made by bladesmith Chuck Stapel.
I switch back and forth the spyderco endura 4 ffg to
the esee izula, just depending for the days task.
box parachord lanyard on the spyderco and a pretty wicked
basket weave parachord wrap on the izula. Oh.. don't
forget the 220 lumen coleman max.. this thing will
burn the retina's out of your eyeballs. :sarcastic:
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Nice ffg endura. Wish mine was ffg :)
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Fenix PD30 and Protech Godfather.
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Surefire C3 (converted to LED) and CS AK47
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Surefire E2D LED and Surefire delta folder... Bought the flashlight for the size and it had a pocket clip.. I use it almost every day... It has the bright 200 lumen and a 5 lumen low useful for almost everything along with strike bezel.. I bought the knife on a recommendation from a friend and while expensive.. I didn't pay full price but I haven't looked back since I got it.. It's very sharp and slim with a high quality blade its very lightweight. It's the full package including some extras most people will never use like the seatbelt cutter, glass breaker, wrench, and flathead screwdriver. These are a few of my dozen surefire product but I'll always buy surefire products.. Customer service is top notch and while expensive the product quality makes it worth every dime.. Also I am in no way affiliated with Surefire.. - HAWK
Here is my collection so far. Pardon the crappy picture.
Top to left:
Cold Steel Boar Speer, Strider EBDB, Leatherman Wave, SOG Tactical Tomahawk, SOG Power Assist
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SOG Super Bowie
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SOG Super Bowie, Original Becker Knife & Tool BK7, CRKT Hissatsu
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Zero Tolerance 0350, CRKT Hissatsu folder Lg, CRKT M1 13-D, CRKT Heiho
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Just bought this to replace my Buck Strider. One day I will get a real Strider, but for now cutting those mean boxes, this knife will do just fine.
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I really dig that Emerson, that's one sexy knife.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FN-Rs-kdin0 ETA:Ugh, that's too bad. Now I have to pour over the mountains of info. I prefer the no brainer purchases.
Most used to least. I try and get thin knives as I feel they carry better. I usually have plenty of other stuff in my pockets, so I want the room. Lights tend to be small, 1 battery models.
Kershawk Scamp and Novatac 120T. The Scamp replaced the Leeks I had carried earlier when I felt like I needed a bigger stronger blade. The 120T is a reliable, small, powerful light that I have found little fault with over the years.
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This Kershaw is for when I want a bit smaller pocketknife. Unlike the Leeks, it uses a cammed lever to allow easy one handed opening. The 4Sevens AA Tactical is a dead simple tiny light. Add the deep carry pocket clip and it's just about perfect for me. I wish it had a bit more oomph, but it does the trick.
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The Leek is the only one I have left who's spring isn't broken. Breaking the tip was the last straw for the Leek in my book. They seem to break too often for my taste. It's a great, thin, one handed knife, but just too delicate. The AA2 got a Tactical cap for better switching, but the genius I bought this light from "aged" it and changed the programming. It's not really an EDC light at this point, but great for work.
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The SS Leek is my favorite pocketknife, but too delicate. The AA2 Turbo is a great powerful light, but the fat head is a bit annoying when I try and put my phone in the same pocket.
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I wouldn't mind adding a Benchmade axis locker to the mix, but the pricing is outrageous. I don't really have a problem with liner locks though. I'm pretty happy with my lights. The Novatac and the AA Tac get 90+% of the carry time.
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G26 in a RCS
Emerson "10-8" model
Surefire LX2