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planb10113
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May 19, 2018
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I have a hard time seeing the value in most of the TOPS knives. 1095 steel and micarta scales does not make a $200 knife. Then there's the design and marketing of the knife. If you're willing to spend this kind of money on a knife and then start digging with it, why not get something half the price (like a Kabar BK7) and then buy a small titanium trowel? You'd be carrying less weight, have a more versatile knife, and both would stay in better shape. I feel like TOPS Knives markets to the undiscerning knife enthusiast. Interesting/cool looking designs, but over priced and not as functional as other options.
May 19, 2018
William_Shiu
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May 19, 2018
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planb10113First thing came up in my mind was I would probably cut myself if my hand slip while using this knife for digging. I also find the practicality for chopping of this knife is very questionable due to shape, weight distribution and length. Plus re-sharpening of the neck would be somewhat cumbersome. Lastly, a real farmer or hunter is less likely to use an $200 super thick knife to skin an animal.
May 19, 2018
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Oct 3, 2019
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planb10113(I know this is old, but) TOPS knives are differentially tempered so that in "hard use" they will bend instead of breaking. Some other companies that successfully use 1095 steel are: Esee, OKC, Ka-Bar(1095CroVan). I personally think tops has the advantage with the differential HT, followed by Ka-Bar with their 1095CroVan. I would think the designer did their homework/testing with this design & it worked out for what THEY were intending. Not many people seem to be able to wrap their head around the concept, so if you don't get it, then don't buy it...
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Oct 3, 2019
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