WE Knife Model 612 Folding Knife Discussions | Drop

Nov 12, 2016

I wish this was made in the us...or anywhere besides China. I would join. I don't buy Chinese made

Nov 12, 2016

Nov 12, 2016

DeviousdavisI hear you........prefer to support the locals. That said, I have some folders that come out of the Far East (no choice really), and were put together well. But it can be a crap shoot sometimes. In all the years I've bought from American makers - have NEVER been disappointed in the pride and quality they have put into their products!

Nov 12, 2016

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Nov 12, 2016

Deviousdavisyou would not be disappointed with the top tier of Chinese knives from makers like We knives, Reate, and Rike just to name a few. also they do have USA reps for warranty. as for sharpening I hear its not difficult at all. but you can always send it to an expert.
these 3 Chinese manufacturer's are on par or surpass american factories. take for example the Todd begg field marshal which is manufactured by rike. some of the quartermaster knives are made by we knives (QM lie about them being made in USA).
Vlad from blades101 is the USA rep, really cool guy ask him about any concerns you have, he collects some high end knives. heres vlads youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFVdtI1qlSeR2VsWMDqaoLw/videos?&ab_channel=VKnives

Nov 12, 2016

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Nov 12, 2016

anonomousI understand. But, coupled with my fear of poor quality is just a general principle that I try to buy American. I do appreciate the info, though. Maybe I'll check it out

Nov 12, 2016

Nov 13, 2016

DeviousdavisThnx DD, good info to have. I'll check out Vlad's channel.

Nov 13, 2016

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Nov 14, 2016

DeviousdavisThe Chinese knife industry are easily surpass the U.S makers. U.S Makers overpice their knife and make idiots buy them.

Nov 14, 2016

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Nov 14, 2016

HowAmIPerhaps you're right. I don't like China though. I'll buy from most other countries.

Nov 14, 2016

Nov 14, 2016

DeviousdavisDoesn't matter if you like China. These knives are far higher quality than anything the U.S is producing for the same price minus a few companies like Southern Grind.

Nov 14, 2016

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LukeRHL

Nov 14, 2016

HowAmIIt kind of does matter. If he doesn't want to buy it he doesn't want to buy it. Just like how you have a bias against U.S. makers for being "overpriced and for idiots", he has a bias against Chinese makers. Whether or not those biases are unfounded or not, it is ultimately up to the buyer. Especially on luxury items such as higher-end knifes.

Nov 14, 2016

Nov 15, 2016

LukeRHLActually buying a knife from China doesn't matter as you get what you pay for, and that's a high end build quality knife. Meanwhile in the U.S you have overpriced knives like Emerson, Chris Reeve, Strider, Hinderer, Spyderco, the list goes on. All knives twice the price of their actual value.

Nov 15, 2016

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Nov 15, 2016

DeviousdavisAs I said up above, I have knives in my collection that are both domestic and foreign. Domestic knives have been solid, good quality in general. So have some knives from the far east......but not all. It is a gamble. I research blogs and video reviews before making a purchase. Unfortunately, regardless of statements about cost, some foreign knives are utter crap - so you get what you pay for. So do your homework and do not get burned. Not so from domestic producers because they value their reputation and can be held readily accountable. As for "overpriced", no worries mate, because you do not have any of those in your collection to appreciate what a quality product can truly be.

Nov 15, 2016

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Nov 15, 2016

MansterI agree with buying local (domestic). As for not having any quality knives in my collection, I don't think I agree with that at all. I think Gavco and adv are pretty high quality and there are a few of those in my collection. Dark timber, bark river, zt, Chris Reeves, etc. But to each his own.

Nov 15, 2016

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Nov 15, 2016

DeviousdavisI do think I'll stick to my domestics though

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Nov 15, 2016

DeviousdavisSorry Deviousdave.......my bad that comment was NOT meant for you. It was actually meant for "howamI" who made comment about us folk buying 'overpriced' American knives. just thought u should know.

Nov 15, 2016

Nov 15, 2016

MansterMy bad. But yeah. Gotta love a good, quality American made knife

Nov 15, 2016

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Nov 17, 2016

MansterChris Reeve, Hinderer, Spyderco, Emerson, Kershaw, CRKT, Benchmade, The list goes on. Stop spreading bullshit information claiming you'll have better QC from an American manufacturer than a foreign manufacturer. U.S Knives are overpriced for their materials and you pay for a name. If you don't believe that then go do some research.

Nov 17, 2016

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Nov 24, 2016

HowAmIIt's personal preference more than anything. I choose to buy American. For more reasons than just quality. Thanks for your opinion though

Nov 24, 2016

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Nov 24, 2016

DeviousdavisNot an opinion it's a fact. Enjoy being ripped off for crappy knives that are subpar.

Nov 24, 2016

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Nov 24, 2016

HowAmIEnjoy buying foreign made junk and not supporting local business :)

Nov 24, 2016

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