Downtownv 1,764 Posted June 20, 2018 If you're looking at any of these drop me a note, I'll do my best for you. I have a storefront (required) any Amazon/eBay knives are NOT covered by Manufactures lifetime warranties and there are a lot of counterfeits sold there. Both companies address this on their sites. Store location Pleasantville NJ Iam on the Dealer Locator Maps. I ship anywhere. I stock over 100 different models, however they are not in open display shown by appointment. Benchmade line coming in the Fall One item for any knife enthusiast is the Veff-1 Sharpening System I stock these CRKT no longer sells them. $55 delivered price. I know Tom Veff and he is an amazing man. His Veff serration will make you rethink Plain edge knives 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
capt14k 2,051 Posted June 20, 2018 What makes the sharpening system any different than any other diamond rod? The biggest problem I think most people have with sharpening is the right angle. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Downtownv 1,764 Posted June 20, 2018 Flat, multiple diameter round files, allows the right file for the particular blade. All you need to fo is black marker your edge prior to sharpening only file the marker off, no more than that. Stones are the most difficult regard the wrong angle, resulting in a duller knife, not sharper than when you stared out... I have a boxful of sharpers that either suck, are difficult to operate, overpriced over engineered that probably amounts to hundreds of $ worth of useless. This is simple to you portable and fairly inexpensive. I am the largest seller of these and ALL of my reviews are impeccable. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
capt14k 2,051 Posted June 20, 2018 Flat, multiple diameter round files, allows the right file for the particular blade. All you need to fo is black marker your edge prior to sharpening only file the marker off, no more than that. Stones are the most difficult regard the wrong angle, resulting in a duller knife, not sharper than when you stared out... I have a boxful of sharpers that either suck, are difficult to operate, overpriced over engineered that probably amounts to hundreds of $ worth of useless. This is simple to you portable and fairly inexpensive. I am the largest seller of these and ALL of my reviews are impeccable.Ah that's what he meant by the black marker. Wish I knew about this years ago. I ruined more than one blade learning how to sharpen a knife through trial and error. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Downtownv 1,764 Posted June 20, 2018 41 minutes ago, capt14k said: Join the club... The next best thing is the Ken Onion sharpening sytem but it's $125+ and you will never get that "Extreme Edge" like the Veff does. Ah that's what he meant by the black marker. Wish I knew about this years ago. I ruined more than one blade learning how to sharpen a knife through trial and error. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krdshrk 3,872 Posted June 21, 2018 Nice! Currently carrying a CRKT Tighe Rod. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Downtownv 1,764 Posted June 21, 2018 I know a lot of knives snobs but do they really own a randolf or a Chris Reeves? do they use it as and EDC? Would they turn a screw or pry with them? Gimme a crkt abuse it break it and get a free replacement lose it (Which is my specialty) and your not out $300 $400 $500 $800. They're safe queens gimme a beat it up and keep it sharp knife, that my usage.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Downtownv 1,764 Posted June 21, 2018 I make this offer to my fellow members: I will send you my demo unit to try, Pay for it. if you like it keep it or return it for a new sealed package. "Satisfaction Guaranteed or get your love back!"- Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes drop me a note... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisJM981 924 Posted October 16, 2020 @Downtownv Where are CRKT knives made? I can't seem to find that information on their website. Thanks, Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Downtownv 1,764 Posted October 16, 2020 41 minutes ago, ChrisJM981 said: @Downtownv Where are CRKT knives made? I can't seem to find that information on their website. Thanks, Chris world wide mostly China. I have Cold steel's that are Taiwan Germany and Italy. what type of knife are you looking for? Black/white steel plaing or serrated? Folder/non folder? etc Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisJM981 924 Posted October 16, 2020 3 hours ago, Downtownv said: world wide mostly China. I have Cold steel's that are Taiwan Germany and Italy. what type of knife are you looking for? Black/white steel plaing or serrated? Folder/non folder? etc -Folding -Assisted open that is NJ legal. - 3" or under blade with partial serration - High quality - Some sort of extra locking mechanism so it won't collapse on my hand should it be needed to pierce a rabid coyote's skull (or something similar). - An effective guard to stop my hand from sliding onto the open blade should it be plunged into that rabid coyote's skull. - Bonus points if it has a glass breaker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Downtownv 1,764 Posted October 17, 2020 16 hours ago, ChrisJM981 said: -Folding -Assisted open that is NJ legal. - 3" or under blade with partial serration - High quality - Some sort of extra locking mechanism so it won't collapse on my hand should it be needed to pierce a rabid coyote's skull (or something similar). - An effective guard to stop my hand from sliding onto the open blade should it be plunged into that rabid coyote's skull. - Bonus points if it has a glass breaker Here are my recommendations for you. ALL have excellent safety locking Mechanisms! All Have lifetime warranties if bought from an authorized dealer (Not eBay or Amazon) OK Bear and son Cutlery made In ALABAMA! # 61103 61112 61100 61502 https://www.teampython.com/product-category/bear-son/ Cold Steel: Finn wolf or working Man https://www.teampython.com/product-category/cold-steel/ CRKT: R1702 R1706k https://www.teampython.com/product-category/crkt/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites