Rayn2ravage 37 Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 Here's what I ordered a few days ago. Cant wait to see that Mercworx quality first hand. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SHOTGUN MESIAH 855 Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 Been carrying this on my side for 35 years. Has saved my ass more than once. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
305diver 2 Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 Emerson: waved mini Horseman. Makes all my others seem like toys, well not quite, but by far my favorite edc Quote Link to post Share on other sites
yakdung 2,926 Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 This is my go to for the outdoors. Everyone that handles it wants one. I'm a big fan of Ethan Becker. $70.00 on Amazon. http://www.kabar.com/knives/detail/1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
305diver 2 Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 Oh yeah, also have a couple bekers:)! Great for the price, my favorites are bk14 and bk9 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
yakdung 2,926 Posted April 22, 2013 Report Share Posted April 22, 2013 Yep. I also have a couple of BK9's and a couple of BK14's Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LuPiN8oR 333 Posted April 23, 2013 Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 Does my Ontario 22in machete count? That thing has been a flawless piece of gear for over 8 years (for work and camping). If not, id have to say my s&w boot knife. One piece solid steel, is balanced for throwing (tho i know thats the last thing ya wanna do), and holds one hell of an edge with very little work. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rayn2ravage 37 Posted April 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 23, 2013 Does anyone know or own other mercworx blades? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gunfun 3,931 Posted April 24, 2013 Report Share Posted April 24, 2013 Not a million dollar toy, but IMO for sheer utility and function, I think this model is near perfect: http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=284http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=284 They can often be acquired for ~$90 For the same thing in slightly less fancy, but still incredible steel at a general price of ~$65 give or take 10: http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=454 If in doubt, buy this one. You will not be disappointed if you are a utilitarian. I think the first through 3rd generation of endura handles had a slightly more comfortable shape to the handle, but the construction methods are significantly better on the endura 4. I do not like the blade of the standard model endura 4, but love the FFG series. I have it in a slightly different version, and a smaller version. I have owned and loved and lost (had stolen from me) almost every generation of it's predecessors. To whit, this one: http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=302 to be honest, I actually much prefer the standard FRN models for the lighter grippier handles. They have a more natural balance. To comply with school rules, etc., I carry this one, the smaller and perfect for its size Delica 4 FFG. http://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=456 There is also a ZDP version available if you want steel forged in the blood of the best unicorns. Sometimes I carry a Spyderco S knife, as I have since I misplaced my delica. It is slower for me to open, so I don't startle people with unthinking speed. I also like some of the older benchmades that used the round hole, but when I had decided to buy, I was very dissapointed in a drop of quality. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thebuns1 4,323 Posted April 24, 2013 Report Share Posted April 24, 2013 Mine would have to be my Tops And my Spyderco Military 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MT Predator 2,294 Posted April 25, 2013 Report Share Posted April 25, 2013 (edited) I'll try to get some pics later. I EDC one of two Benchmade Auto Openers. For a sturdy but nimble fixed blade, I have a Benchmade Nimravus. For a bigger fixed blade that can be really used and abused, I have a M9 bayonet with an edge you can shave with. Pretty tough to kill that blade. ETA, I have others but these I do trust most as I carried and used each one for many moons in the Military. Edited April 25, 2013 by MT Predator 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Syndicate 812 Posted April 25, 2013 Report Share Posted April 25, 2013 Microtech HALO, Microtech Combat Troodon, or Benchmade Infidel. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thebuns1 4,323 Posted April 26, 2013 Report Share Posted April 26, 2013 While I dont have any experience with Mercworx, they look badass, and look to be of great quality. I actually want that Shiva model they make. Nice looking blades. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Odd Man Out 1,283 Posted April 26, 2013 Report Share Posted April 26, 2013 Like alot of what I write, I am prolly gonna make some people mad -- oh well... I like Mercworx stuff but the stuff is too overpriced and artsy for me. I am not immune from spending $585.00 for a custom knife. Bought the Jimmy Lile Rambo knife when it first came out -- was going to carry it on active duty -- Thank God! I was not stupid enough to do so... I ended up carrying a Glock fixed blade with the root saw -- $21.00 back then. Could use and abuse and not worry. My EDC is either a Kershaw Leek or Blur. Both good knives, open quick and the leek is totally unobtrusive in the pocket. Most trusted? Too many to choose from to make that call. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thebuns1 4,323 Posted April 26, 2013 Report Share Posted April 26, 2013 Like alot of what I write, I am prolly gonna make some people mad -- oh well... I like Mercworx stuff but the stuff is too overpriced and artsy for me. I am not immune from spending $585.00 for a custom knife. Bought the Jimmy Lile Rambo knife when it first came out -- was going to carry it on active duty -- Thank God! I was not stupid enough to do so... I ended up carrying a Glock fixed blade with the root saw -- $21.00 back then. Could use and abuse and not worry. My EDC is either a Kershaw Leek or Blur. Both good knives, open quick and the leek is totally unobtrusive in the pocket. Most trusted? Too many to choose from to make that call. You make everybody mad Odd man. Its ok though. I like to hear your opinion. While the Mercworx blades may look fancy, Im sure they actually do have a lot of good cutting dynamics, and would actually hold up well. I have a Spartan blade that I adore, but I havent had much chance to use it as its a limited use tool. I like to spend more money on a damn nicely made blade, but I'll be damned if its going to be a show piece. I'll use and abuse it. See if it will hold up to its name. What good is a Ferrari if its too pretty to drive? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rayn2ravage 37 Posted April 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 Oh come on man It took me 3 months of reading reviews on reviews and search for a optimal lifetime blade before I decided on the going with mercworx. Trust me when I say this knife is as strong and durable as it is "artsy" I do however want to try and go through someone who can make a custom grip for it. I love love love the craftsman ship of this blade. Just wouldnt mind a nicer grip imo 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thebuns1 4,323 Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 Oh come on man It took me 3 months of reading reviews on reviews and search for a optimal lifetime blade before I decided on the going with mercworx. Trust me when I say this knife is as strong and durable as it is "artsy" I do however want to try and go through someone who can make a custom grip for it. I love love love the craftsman ship of this blade. Just wouldnt mind a nicer grip imo I have no doubt about Mercworx. They make a badass blade. I have no doubt that it will hold up for whatever you throw at it. Some folks have a hard time spending a good chunk on a piece of steel such as this. But as long as the basics are incorporated into the making, then it will be a badass knive. I look forward to seeing pics, as I have a hard on for their blades as well. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TonyRumore 1,332 Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 Shit, guys.....put those sheath queens aways and break out something with some character.................. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
corbin 621 Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 Mine was made from an old leaf spring. Kinda like a Bowie, just bigger. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Juggernaut 11,054 Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 My EDC's Quote Link to post Share on other sites
macbeau 902 Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 (edited) FOX Trekking... and compared to my Cold Steel Recon Scout.... Both are great... But, I the FOX has been the best overall Utility Knife I have ever owned. (And I had a Busse Steelheart I). Edited April 27, 2013 by macbeau Quote Link to post Share on other sites
macbeau 902 Posted April 27, 2013 Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 ...My close runner-up... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rayn2ravage 37 Posted April 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2013 (edited) Does anyone know where to go or send your blades to to get custom fitted grips? (nonwood) Edited April 27, 2013 by rayne2ravage Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gunfun 3,931 Posted April 28, 2013 Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 You do it yourself. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rayn2ravage 37 Posted April 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2013 I dont have the first clue how to go about doing that lol I assume id have to get a molding or something but i know there is people out there who do this. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gunfun 3,931 Posted April 30, 2013 Report Share Posted April 30, 2013 Depends on how it is made. Full tang grip with scales is super easy. A lot of mid to high end folders will take a similar process. Pretty much trace out the shape you want using the tang as a template, glue them on with epoxy, maybe stick a pin or screw here and there then file or sand them down to the shape you want. There are tons of forums and suppliers, and odds are for any mass produced knife worth the bother that someone even offers pre-fitted scales that you just need to glue on and pin. Maybe even with fancy little multi part pins laminated from different metals. I suggest you browse around you tube and search for "custom knife handle" or something like that. A lot more people are comfortable messing with knives or making them from scratch than modding guns. If you want to learn, the info is out there. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rayn2ravage 37 Posted May 1, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 1, 2013 Thanks for the info man. Sounds like a project Im definitely going to research and try out. Stay tuned for pictures. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thebuns1 4,323 Posted May 1, 2013 Report Share Posted May 1, 2013 I just wanna see that mercworx! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
breid1970 327 Posted May 10, 2013 Report Share Posted May 10, 2013 (edited) These are my two favorites. I carry my ermerson all the time and when i camp or hike i carry the bmf Edited May 10, 2013 by breid1970 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thebuns1 4,323 Posted May 10, 2013 Report Share Posted May 10, 2013 Here's what I ordered a few days ago. Cant wait to see that Mercworx quality first hand. When is the fucker going to be in your hands? I wanna see some pics. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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