|
|
Post by sharpken on Sept 27, 2016 19:18:37 GMT 3
Just ordered the "Expendable" Darrell Ralph AXD 4.0 knife on the way from DHGate.
DDR AXD 4.0
What do you have coming in? |
|
|
|
Post by Lobster on Sept 28, 2016 10:42:33 GMT 3
sharpken, while I am not a fan of the blade design, I love everything about the handle! And the specs are incredible for 60 bucks! After not having bought any new knives for many months I just ordered one of these small coin knives and a fake ZT 0456. |
|
|
|
Post by sharpken on Sept 28, 2016 18:30:56 GMT 3
This is the second X-large folder blade I have. My first 5.5" folder is the Camillus CUDA MAXX 5.5. The DDR AXD 5.5 is too big for EDC but interesting tanto blade.
Lobster, I assume you mean the ZT 0456. Nice clone.
|
|
|
|
Post by maddog7 on Oct 3, 2016 23:54:06 GMT 3
I have the General Lee, the Kwaiken ans Slysz Bowie clones om the way.
Also in a hunt for the Ultratech clone.
|
|
|
|
Post by sharpken on Oct 4, 2016 18:09:17 GMT 3
What is the link for the General Lee
|
|
packn
New Member
Posts: 10 
|
Post by packn on Oct 6, 2016 5:09:57 GMT 3
I am new to the Chinese Knives. Just got a Ganzo 710 and 729 today.In the mail is a TwoSun TS-21,TS-30 and TS-82.The CH Brand is on my list,just trying to Birddog and see who has the best prices.
PackN
|
|
|
|
Post by Lobster on Oct 6, 2016 8:57:54 GMT 3
PackN,
how do you like the Ganzos so far? And please let us know how the 3 TwoSuns are, I am very curious about those models you have coming!
|
|
packn
New Member
Posts: 10
|
Post by packn on Oct 8, 2016 6:07:47 GMT 3
Lobster
The Ganzos are Smooth as butter! Axis-Locks needed some tweeking. Took them apart and softened the lock springs and smoothed out all the surface areas.I got the TS-21 today. REALLY impressed with Quality and smoothness of the flipper on ball bearings.IMHO the true sign of an excellent Flipper is to see if it flips open when deployed Flipper side up horizontally.EFFORTLESS!! Will report back when the TS-30 and TS-82 get here.Just an observation,the TwoSun came drenched in some kind of oil,kind of like Peanut oil but the bearings were dry.A little bit of special sauce to them and KA-POW!
PackN
|
|
|
|
Post by sharpken on Oct 11, 2016 23:30:46 GMT 3
Finally got my Darrel Ralph AXD 4 clone. Good quality but I wish there was a steel insert on the titanium frame lock.
Good quality but I wish there was a steel insert on the  |
|
adahn
Junior Member
Posts: 80
|
Post by adahn on Oct 12, 2016 22:28:00 GMT 3
I understand you like that feature as it's on nearly every new framelock folder, but seriously, did you ever have a Ti folder that doesn't work anymore because the lock was ground off by the blade's lock face?
To me that's same much a trendy thing like the lock stabilizers (or overtravel stops), looking neat but it's not really needed, the steel insert rather makes the knife cheaper to produce as it's easier to set it right as with the Ti only.
If I had the choise to pay $10-20 less for the same knife without a steel insert combined with an LBS or pay more with it I'd take the cheaper version.
|
|
|
|
Post by sharpken on Oct 13, 2016 1:00:47 GMT 3
I agree that the insert serve more as an over-travel stop rather than with wear on the Ti lock.
I had issues with my Benchmade 630 Skirmish lock detent weaken overtime because of over-travel.
|
|
|
|
Post by Lobster on Oct 14, 2016 10:14:22 GMT 3
I also agree regarding the steel inserts and the over travel stop.
When I bought the TS20 it was only available without the lock bar insert. I am using that knife extensively and the lockup hasn't changed over time, I don't see it being a real problem. As for the over travel, while I love the look of it, it doesn't do anything for me because I close the knife with one hand.
|
|
|
|
Post by maddog7 on Oct 15, 2016 20:00:43 GMT 3
|
|
|
|
Post by maddog7 on Oct 15, 2016 20:08:09 GMT 3
I understand you like that feature as it's on nearly every new framelock folder, but seriously, did you ever have a Ti folder that doesn't work anymore because the lock was ground off by the blade's lock face? To me that's same much a trendy thing like the lock stabilizers (or overtravel stops), looking neat but it's not really needed, the steel insert rather makes the knife cheaper to produce as it's easier to set it right as with the Ti only. If I had the choise to pay $10-20 less for the same knife without a steel insert combined with an LBS or pay more with it I'd take the cheaper version. It all depends on the lock geometry. Some knives will be the same with or without the insert, but others won't. From my experience - the cheaper ti Sebenzas and Striders had problems that could be solved with an insert. It's best quality is preventing lock-stick, especially if it is made from hard steel similar to the blade steel. |
|
adahn
Junior Member
Posts: 80
|
Post by adahn on Oct 16, 2016 18:58:38 GMT 3
I understand you like that feature as it's on nearly every new framelock folder, but seriously, did you ever have a Ti folder that doesn't work anymore because the lock was ground off by the blade's lock face? To me that's same much a trendy thing like the lock stabilizers (or overtravel stops), looking neat but it's not really needed, the steel insert rather makes the knife cheaper to produce as it's easier to set it right as with the Ti only. If I had the choise to pay $10-20 less for the same knife without a steel insert combined with an LBS or pay more with it I'd take the cheaper version. It all depends on the lock geometry. Some knives will be the same with or without the insert, but others won't. From my experience - the cheaper ti Sebenzas and Striders had problems that could be solved with an insert. It's best quality is preventing lock-stick, especially if it is made from hard steel similar to the blade steel. I guess you're right. On the other hand I guess I'd prefer to heat treat the lock face with a bunsen burner or carbidize it, but yeah, I'm a tinkerer by heart  |
|
packn
New Member
Posts: 10
|
Post by packn on Nov 16, 2016 12:00:01 GMT 3
Well the first thing an Addict must come to grips with is Acceptance! I AM A SHOPAHOLIC ! Just ordered some knives. I am going to my first S.A. Meeting tommorow.They suggested shredding my Credit Card as My First Step(Yeah Right!)
TwoSun TS-29 Boker Kwaiken
TwoSun TS-34 Shirogorov/Mayo Dr.Death
TwoSun TS-82 Shirogorov Dark V(Actually I was told it is a Sinkewich Design)
PackN
|
|
|
|
Post by Lobster on Nov 16, 2016 15:01:01 GMT 3
Well the first thing an Addict must come to grips with is Acceptance! I AM A SHOPAHOLIC ! Just ordered some knives. I am going to my first S.A. Meeting tommorow.They suggested shredding my Credit Card as My First Step(Yeah Right!) TwoSun TS-29 Boker Kwaiken TwoSun TS-34 Shirogorov/Mayo Dr.Death TwoSun TS-82 Shirogorov Dark V(Actually I was told it is a Sinkewich Design) PackN Please share your thoughts on those knives once you have them. I have been really pleased with all my Twosuns! |
|
|
|
Post by sharpken on Nov 16, 2016 22:49:26 GMT 3
Just got a Shirogorov Poluchetkiy clone yesterday. Super smooth flipper and the blue titanium is a nice touch.
Here is my recent clone purchases with D2 blade and Ti handle:
Darrell Ralph AXD 4.0 Reate Horizon D Shirogorov Poluchetkiy
|
|
|
|
Post by Lobster on Nov 17, 2016 0:04:21 GMT 3
Nice one sharpken, that Poluchetkiy is quite a beast!
|
|
|
|
Post by sharpken on Nov 17, 2016 0:21:45 GMT 3
Yes it is.
|
|
