![]() To me, it says, "I'm not worried about looking good, I'm worried about working for you without being a prom queen". I don't mind the less-finished, primal look of Striders - in fact, for me, that's "beautiful". Some people find that attractive, and I respect that.īut for me, the flashy glitz isn't what I'm attacted to because I look at most of my knives as tools that I can completely depend on. Mick does produce some beautiful knives, with very exotic materials, damascus and such. The performance is where it's at for me, and if the thing looks like a million bucks, but snaps when I need it most, it's worse than worthless to me. When I'm staking my life on a knife, I'm less worried about fit/finish, etc. Different strokes for different folks - or else we wouldn't have thousands of designs like we do on the market! :D I respect your guys' opinions on your taste for knives. I would have bought it too, if someone hadn't beaten me to it. F&F was indeed up to the high price tag and felt great in my hands. the Strider PT-CC, with a smooth Micarta slab and stonewashed titanium. There was one seriously redeeming Strider at their table. At the prices Strider commands I'd rather wait out and get my hands on a Hinderer at the same price (based on Rick's table prices), which is similar in design and principal, but seemingly more practical. Also, I noticed quite a bit of lock sticking, which is not present on my Sebenza or any liner lock Spyderco I have ever handled. This is probably part of the "tough" and "hardy" look and feel but again it makes me want to put the knives down ASAP. For one, the clip on the SNG digs into my palm and makes it very uncomfortable to grip, and the G-10 is like scraping my fingertips against sandpaper. and I've decided the design really isn't for me. At $100 less I could forgive the nitpicks I had with them but at those prices I'd have to really love the design. They are certainly nice knives, and well-built (yes, I handled many of them) but honestly I think they lack the kind of fit and finish that normally demands the kinds of prices they are asking for. ![]() ![]() I am certain there must be quite a big market for this sort of thing as they seem popular enough. When I want a knife I want it to cut, not split cinder blocks and pry open car doors. I have never really been a fan of the Strider designs just because they really do not suit me. Adding a difference in time zones of around 16 hours makes this SnG almost impossible for Australian buyers to acquire – until now.Well, I don't care too much about whatever reputation Mick may or may not have as long as he delivers goods, and he does. Keeping all knife releases in house and frequently unannounced, Striders are extraordinarily difficult to purchase and sell out almost immediately. Brand new to Strider, the bright Tiger G-10 juxtaposed with the subdued Tiger Striped blade has impressive visual flair. The G-10 Gunner Grip show side and flamed/striped titanium lock side not only provides outstanding grip, but also a uniquely Strider look. This Blade Show 2022 Exclusive SnG has a 3/4 hollow ground CTS-XHP blade which offers excellent edge retention without compromising wear resistance. The SnG, much like its Sebenza and XM-18 counterparts, has been an evergreen design receiving numerous quality of life improvements over the years. Having a formidable and prestigious position in the holy trinity of knife makers, Mick Strider Customs offer outstanding quality and performance. Brand new with original bubble wrap pouch.
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