Comments - How much is 'TOO" much? - iKnife Collector2024-03-29T14:33:19Zhttps://iknifecollector.com/profiles/comment/feed?attachedTo=3181080%3ABlogPost%3A48886&xn_auth=noFor a utility blade, which is…tag:iknifecollector.com,2009-09-14:3181080:Comment:491452009-09-14T16:23:23.395ZAnthony G.https://iknifecollector.com/profile/AnthonyGallos
For a utility blade, which is what I gather you're after, I believe a Sebenza/Strider to be far too expensive. You can obtain folders with great steel and materials for much less (Spydie Para's/Millies, Benchmade, etc.). Additionally, if you want great semi-customs you can get a cKc Hiker and/or Bark River (wicked sharp, great performance, tough steel).<br />
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I am finding myself obtaining more knives and while I truly appreciate the Sebenzas and Striders, I cannot justify purchasing one yet. If I…
For a utility blade, which is what I gather you're after, I believe a Sebenza/Strider to be far too expensive. You can obtain folders with great steel and materials for much less (Spydie Para's/Millies, Benchmade, etc.). Additionally, if you want great semi-customs you can get a cKc Hiker and/or Bark River (wicked sharp, great performance, tough steel).<br />
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I am finding myself obtaining more knives and while I truly appreciate the Sebenzas and Striders, I cannot justify purchasing one yet. If I have a lot of extra cash and want a mantle piece, I would probably pick up a Sebenza. I would be afraid of scratching up and damaging the Sebenza and I wouldn't get the full use out of the blade anyway.<br />
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The way I see it, you're young and you want to use your knives. Leave the Sebenza/Strider for later when you have more cash. Yeah Lee,
(2) good choices..…tag:iknifecollector.com,2009-09-13:3181080:Comment:489582009-09-13T16:54:52.539ZJ.T. [HELLZZARMY]https://iknifecollector.com/profile/JT
Yeah Lee,<br />
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(2) good choices...even though I still need to get both the Strider would win out easy if given those choices. When I stand down in less than (6) months I'll be buying my share of custom Striders, Fitzens, etc...<br />
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As far as Mick Striders past transgressions I thought that was old news but, the past has a way of always haunting you. Regarding being a criminal...aren't we all...it's the convictions that seperates us from them...lol! Unless you're "Dudley Do-Right" like one of my…
Yeah Lee,<br />
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(2) good choices...even though I still need to get both the Strider would win out easy if given those choices. When I stand down in less than (6) months I'll be buying my share of custom Striders, Fitzens, etc...<br />
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As far as Mick Striders past transgressions I thought that was old news but, the past has a way of always haunting you. Regarding being a criminal...aren't we all...it's the convictions that seperates us from them...lol! Unless you're "Dudley Do-Right" like one of my associates...lmao!<br />
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Re: How much is too much? for me there's no price for security. I have a lot of Emerson Knives...you know you're gonna pay over $200.00 and up to $300.00 for an Emerson but, they're worth it. The most I paid for a knife was about $400.00 for a custom Warren Thomas...titanium/g-10 scales & titanium/carbon fibre hybrid blade...<br />
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Anyway, Happy Birthday and go for the Strider!!! Hey Lee
Thanks for the post!…tag:iknifecollector.com,2009-09-13:3181080:Comment:489162009-09-13T12:38:56.457ZScott Kinghttps://iknifecollector.com/profile/scottking
Hey Lee<br />
Thanks for the post!<br />
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Two things- first, regarding custom Stiders- I bought me a few recently and like them a lot. I wanted them not to use but to collect- really cool blade grinds and materials (see my videos if you wish).<br />
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On how much is too much? Well, I'm one who adhere's to the "if you really like it, then find a way to get it" mentality.<br />
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If you were my son, I'd say- If you don't have the cash (defined as <i>after</i> having at least 3 months min. living expenses set aside in the…
Hey Lee<br />
Thanks for the post!<br />
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Two things- first, regarding custom Stiders- I bought me a few recently and like them a lot. I wanted them not to use but to collect- really cool blade grinds and materials (see my videos if you wish).<br />
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On how much is too much? Well, I'm one who adhere's to the "if you really like it, then find a way to get it" mentality.<br />
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If you were my son, I'd say- If you don't have the cash (defined as <i>after</i> having at least 3 months min. living expenses set aside in the bank for living on) then you can't afford it. Don't live off credit cards- if you can't pay it off in full that you'll be paying 18- 24% interest on that $400.<br />
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On the other hand, if decide you would sell some of your other knives to pay for it- then have at it! I'll reallocate "knife dollars" any day. My problem is I have a hard time deciding what to sell at that point. :)<br />
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You may know over in The Cove at usn many times you can trade, which may be an option for you.