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Thanks to its slim profile (thinner handle) the SRM 9104 is more pocket friendly than the 910+ with the G10 handle scales. The weight of the 9104 is also acceptable considering its size. Another pro is the overall length (7.87” / 200 mm) which I consider the best for a full sized EDC folder. Sorry I`m not an SRM 710 / 7010 fan. :slight_smile:

Wal-mart Ozark Trail knives are great beater knives. Easy to sharpen. I wouldn’t be embarrassed to pull one out and use it. There are couple good ones right now. I own both.

Failing that, get a Ganzo.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trail-Black-Knife/237592034

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trail-Green-Knife/952293594

It may not be the right thread but it’s somewhat about knives. A we all know (or most of us), Ganzo knifes come with a handy string bag in the box. Does anyone know where can I buy one separately?

The only other two knives I’ve been looking at are the Ganzo G740 and G727M. Would you take the SRM 9104 over those for EDC?

The 910+ black is less agressive than the green one. I like agressive g10s. The 9104 is smoother because it does not use g10 and it will be ok for your pocket. Remember you can buy a sheath too for the knife.

The size is about 20 cm, for me is medium for other people will be big…

There are a lot of ganzos too that you can see.

Regards!

The G740 is a big folder, it`s the longest one in the whole Ganzo line. Since you prefer smooth handles I would go for the SRM 9104 or the G727M with wood handle. I guess the G727M would be more sheeple friendly in public.
G740, G727M and G727M-W1:

Thanks for the help isti242 & xatu. I went ahead and ordered the SRM 9104. In the meantime, I think I’ll try sanding down the G10 on the Harbor Freight knife to see if I can make it a little less abrasive.

I’d use a scotchpad instead of sandpaper.

It is a pleasure. I want to say too than the steel of the Land 910 9104 etc seems to be even better than the 440c from ganzo (good too).

Regards!.

9104 ordered…looked too nice to resist :innocent:

I would, it may be slightly heavier but it feels smaller than G727M. G727M is surprisingly wide when closed.

Hi, i start collecting budget knives since last October. I think they are beautiful. I see some knives are more expensive than other budget knives. I am wondering what’s general opinions about them for example Y Start LK5012.

Hi. I do not have the lk5012 but i have about 6 y-start knives. My experience with y-start is good and that model looks really good.
You can see my y-start reviews on my blog from the signature.

Regards!.

I have ordered a Y Start JIN02 too. So far my experience with Chinese knives are good, no quality issues, but i think they are not smooth enough folding and unfolding. Could be need some oil some where but i don’t have experience or tools with servicing knives.

The axis lock of jin02 is hard but the pivot is smooth. But for example my lk5010 and lk5011 are fully smooth.

I have a Y Start JIN02 since a while (orange version) , and i can tell that its quality feel is excellent : No play, feel good in the hand and quite heavy.
The steel is sharp, stay nice and can be reworked easily.
For the price, it is just perfect IMHO.

Will compare it to the Land 9104 i just ordered. :smiley:

So far, i do not own any expensive knife, my highest value one is the Survival half serated BearGrylls Gerber 22-31-000752 that is lighter than the JIN02 and that i use during all my mountain biking to cut my way thrue the forest. But it has got a bit of play now between the handle and the blade…. :frowning:

If I were you I’d try this one:


https://www.gearbest.com/pocket-knives-and-folding-knives/pp_1441456.html

$20 for a damascus blade, what’s not to like?
If I wouldn’t save up for other stuff I’d get this one…

I would be very surprised if it were real damascus.

I will keep an eye on this LK5013D too. It has to be my first Damascus knife. :+1: :+1: :+1:
Ask a question and end up with more knives to buy. :sunglasses:

Damascus steel is not such a big thing to make.
I’ve bought a damascus Enlan EL01 for a friend and it was “real”, 8Cr13MoV and another cheap steel I guess.

It doesn’t have the huge black and white contrast like some more expensive one but I prefer the Japanese style anyways that’s more looking like a polished surface etching.
I also have a Chinese small Sebenza clone with damascus, it’s so real that the detent track was rather gritty in the beginning as they didn’t cover it while etching…

Anyways, I was weak and ordered the LK5013D last night…