PF is very interesting to me. I love the one that I have, i got it for ~20$! (PF818 g10 + d2)
now all their models have been released in the 50$ price bracket… a few are still in the 35$ range.
I think i’ll stick with SRM knives. I picked up a new FRN version of their hit axis model.
SRM 9201-PL is the model number. they went with 8cr this time. it’s smooth and the handle is really light, but i prefer the d2 model with the beefier handle… it’s only a bit more, plus it’s got much better materials.
but for 20$, the SRM 9201-PL really was fun to try out, recommended for those keeping the budget tight
I have a laser goniometer,which measures the edge angle geometry and condition of a knife,but it is difficult to use it.
Is there some video showing the process please?
Well, well… I didn’t realize Asher Knives produced a new model. I’d not seen the Douglas before. Nice! Reminds me of the Centri, with that long groove. Checked out their site… and wow, everything is sold out. I wonder if this company is preparing to retire the business? I have two of the Nomad knives with S35VN blades. Really terrific action on them, with bronze phosphor washers.
Thanks. I don’t follow Asher on Instagram so I’d never have known. I love the Nomad. It’s by far one of the smoothest operating folders I have… a little plain, somewhat reminiscent of a Ganzo, but better. So much better.
Been wearing my 2nd made 5” CPM-3V in a Kryptek Highlands cordura pattern kydex sheath. Mondo sharp and stout in spades. The scales are darker than I’d intended, Mesquite with a goldish band of burl. Pins are Titanium of course.
I’ve completed 6 knives, have 5 ready to send out to heat treat. Got stopped temporarily by health issues. Aggravating. It is what it is.
Contemplating a couple that are challenging, a Kris and a folder. We’ll see.
Not EDCing it today (I stick to folders for EDC) and not budget either, just showing off:
I bought an Esee Xancudo fixed blade because I wanted a small fixed blade for camping and this knife seemed lovely to me. Apart from that I like the shape and the styling with the hole, it hits all my boxes: small size, non-agressive drop point blade, flat grind, tough enough premium stainless steel, great ergonomics.
But I bought it with the intention to die the scales because the flashy black-orange appearance is too much for my taste. I used RIT Die-More in Racing Red with a littlebit Midnight Navy. The colour turned out very nice, a sort of chestnut reddish brown. Now the scales are not screaming at me while still having the cool colour pattern.