I picked up this SOG not to long ago and its been working well. I use a knife at work a lot and decided to replace my box cutter type knife with this and so far so good. Holds a decent edge for a while and the spring assisted opening is great for one hand operation.


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Kershaw Ken Onion.

It cuts stuff, guts animals, and springs open.

These are my two EDC knives.  Whichever happens to be the one I grab off the top of the dresser is the one I carry on a given day.

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Everyone should have one of these just because
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I like the 110, but it's just a really heavy lump to carry around in your pocket.

I can't stand sheaths for lockers.  Fixed blades, sure, but what's the point of a folding knife if it needs a sheath?

I like my 110 but yeah its a tank compared to the SOG Ages.

Nice Gerber BTW.

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The everyday in my pocket all the time knife. $20 bucks at Tractor Supply from S+W
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I have one very nearly identical to this. Great knife.

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The one on the left is a Case XX, made in the USA. I bought in about 1967 and never use, so it's in great condition. The next is a Chinese Buck, which I don't use much, and the last I usually have with me.

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Where can I get an automatic that doesn't cost hundreds but isn't shite?

Where can I get an automatic that doesn't cost hundreds but isn't shite?

I can check next time I am in Arizona. Nothing is illegal there.    Having said that, try the SOG like I have you can get your hands on one. The come our pretty damn fast and are completely legal just about everywhere.

Quote from: Cookie on November 27, 2013, 01:03:12 PM

Where can I get an automatic that doesn't cost hundreds but isn't shite?

Tough to do in the US, unless you're US military or police.  In most states they're illegal and therefore, good ones are hard to get your hands on.  Benchmade does have some automatics, but you can't buy them online, for example.

Sure you can, you just have to find the right online retailer and there are plenty.

From the Blade HQ website:

Welcome to our Side Opening Automatics category. Here you will find knives that open with the simple press of a button or pull of a lever. Designed primarily for Military, Police and EMT duty, these knives are simple to open in an emergency. Automatic knives are restricted in many areas so be certain to consult your local laws before purchasing these items.

I'll let y'all know if the black helicopters start circling because of my new knife.

Who are you? Do I know you?

Quote from: Cookie on November 27, 2013, 01:38:48 PM

I'll let y'all know if the black helicopters start circling because of my new knife.

Who are you? Do I know you?

Yes. You are the person that directed me to my new knife. Thanks.

I retract my prior statement. 

 

My favorites:
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The gold one is a limited edition from Cabela's- Buck's Special 119 with Cocobolo wood grip and Titanium Nitride coating.  Free lifetime sharpening- I send it there, they cover shipping back.  I shot you not- this is far and away the sharpest knife I have ever handled.  I send it out every 2-3 years, in which time it has gutted and cut the sternum of 4-8 deer.  I mean it's crazy sharp- shaving is not an issue.  Amazing for a knife of that size.

The second is my Schrade Old Timer given to me by my grandpa when I turned 10.  That's my EDC.  Carbon steel- not stainless- meaning I can also get a wicked sharp edge on it, and it holds.  The downside is that it's carbon steel, so it needs some special care.  I use the drop-point blade for the every day stuff and the other two blades for careful sharp work.  I love my knives razor sharp.  I also have a few other Bucks and Gerbers in the truck and van, hunting jacket, etc.  All stainless.  They mostly serve various duties as needed.  The only knife I see myself buying yet is a good quality steel automatic.  Otherwise I'm really set for knives.  For me my knives are simply tools, and I pretty much have all the bases covered- I'm not a collector, just a user.

I also have a couple machetes.  I used them for brush clearing and turtle head removal (for butchering).  My in-laws gave me a Bear Grylls Gerber machete for Christmas a couple years ago- at first I thought it was some cheap POS with his name on it, but it actually has a good, heavy blade and rides with me in the truck for brush-clearing and such.  Works well.  I also have a few cheapies and I throw in the duck boat for cutting cover-brush.  None of them are anything special.

I think that covers it.

Edited to add:
I also have a Leatherman Wave that goes with me anytime I am not in school or dressed up.  No pics needed- you know what they look like.  The thing is awesome- one of the handiest tools ever.

What are you all using for sharpening?  For my knives (other than the special edition Buck) I have a Lansky clamp, rod, and stone system.  It works well.  I'll sit on the couch, watch TV, and sharpen knives when they need it.  The machetes get a file, of course.  No need for razor sharpness on those beasts.

The concealed 'pig sticker' as Vulcanbill called it in W. VA.

For the record, I was actually referring to the animal...   

Thinking about buying my wife a Spyderco Delica4 Lightweight for Christmas. Thoughts?

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003CH5382/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1ZT6XAPXD8SJV&coliid=I2EG8WNOFIU2FV

Thinking about buying my wife a Spyderco Delica4 Lightweight for Christmas. Thoughts?

I say go for it. Spydercos are good chick knives.

Quote from: Cookie on November 27, 2013, 01:03:12 PM

Where can I get an automatic that doesn't cost hundreds but isn't shite?

How much do you want to spend? Yes they are illegal, but you can order them without having to provide any proof of LEO or Military affiliation.

You can buy a SOG Tac Auto for $100. I have one and its a good knife. This isn't mine as mine is a tanto with a half serrated blade, but it's basically the same knife. I used mine as EDC for several years and never had a problem. Just lube and sharpen it on a regular basis.

http://www.bladehq.com/item--SOG-TAC-Automatic--1944

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How's the steel quality on the SOG?

And apparently now that it's posted, the orientation is correct.

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Kershaw Speedsafe Cryo something. Supposed to be matte grey, but they sent me black. I like it fine.

 

ALSO:

Grandpa's longknife from Phillipines, WWII, with wooden sheath.  Giving to my brother, who is a closet knife freak.

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For some reason tapatalk insists on orienting this image this way.

But you can see the edge faces in towards me.

Ah, I see my mistake. The knife is edged opposite of typical- the concave side is the sharp one. I hadn't seen that before, and when you posted the pic of the knife in your hand I was set to argue what edge in vs edge out meant until I looked a lot closer at the first picture.

LOL- I made the same mistake as I watched this.  Unusual design!