SOG knives?

[DMTWI]

Just curious how good the SOG knives are? I'm looking for a pocket folder and like what I see on the SOG website. Other suggestions for knife brands also welcome, I'm kind of a knife newbie I guess.

[motorcyclemac]

That is a tough decision. There a a LOT of great knife makers out there. SOG seems to be a good maker. My brother has one and so do I. They deliver good service and hold an edge just fine. IMHO you would do just fine with any of the following: Benchmade, Spyderco, Cold Steel, or SOG. A lot of the decision hinges on what you want to spend. I have knives from all those makers and feel quite satisfied with all of them.

Cheers
Mac.

[BB45]

I really dont have the bugdet to spend a ton on knives. I have a couple of the Smith & Wesson knives and they work. They stay sharp and for less than $20 you can't go wrong. On a side note for knives, straight edge only for me, I hate serrated blades!

[slugger6]

I have a SOG Auto and like it alot. Another favorite is my Kershaw Leek. I was fondling a Benchmade auto last week at a show, but didn't have $250 to drop on a knife.

[seattleducati]

I've had a SOG X-Ray for probably 8 years or so now. It's worked great for me so far and I would buy again.

[Bycyclist]

Check your local jurisdiction first to make sure you don't run afoul of concealed carry length limits. I learned the hard way after getting a couple of knives that they were all illegal due to length.

So I've gone through a bunch of knives, and I've tested out lock strength.

I highly recommend the Benchmade AXIS locks as well as ColdSteels and even Spyderco's lockback. They seem pretty strong. "Good" ones with decent steel will run about $70+

Coldsteel Voyager has one of the best dollar to value ratios. Another great, relatively inexpensive all-around is Benchmade Griptilian, which you can find for $70ish.

[BB45]

Originally Posted by Bycyclist

Check your local jurisdiction first to make sure you don't run afoul of concealed carry length limits. I learned the hard way after getting a couple of knives that they were all illegal due to length.

So I've gone through a bunch of knives, and I've tested out lock strength.

I highly recommend the Benchmade AXIS locks as well as ColdSteels and even Spyderco's lockback. They seem pretty strong. "Good" ones with decent steel will run about $70+

Coldsteel Voyager has one of the best dollar to value ratios. Another great, relatively inexpensive all-around is Benchmade Griptilian, which you can find for $70ish.

If you have a ccw lenght is not an issue, atleast in WA. If you could conceal a sword you could carry it

[Bycyclist]

Originally Posted by BB45

If you have a ccw lenght is not an issue, atleast in WA. If you could conceal a sword you could carry it

OP is in Wisconsin. He doesn't have a CCW.

Its different for every state, and as I found out much to my chagrin, certain local jurisdictions may have differing laws than the state.

Be careful. You'd hate to get written up or charged with unlawful carry of concealed weapon and blow your chances of getting your CCW in the future.

[BB45]

Originally Posted by Bycyclist

OP is in Wisconsin. He doesn't have a CCW.

Its different for every state, and as I found out much to my chagrin, certain local jurisdictions may have differing laws than the state.

Be careful. You'd hate to get written up or charged with unlawful carry of concealed weapon and blow your chances of getting your CCW in the future.

That's definetly true! If you don't have ccw check the laws. I think in WA 3" or under is ok but really not sure. It pays to know!

[scjbash]

I've been thinking about a SOG fixed blade. I carried a Gerber folder everyday for years and it's been great. It gets abused at work and takes everything I throw at it. If you are going to be rough on it you can't beat the deal($20-something at walmart).