Take a look at Mora knives. All of their older "higher quality" knives were produced in Japan, and since then, production has moved to various East Asian countries. SOG is discussed at great length on this site. SOG initially had their knives made in Japan. SOG fixed blade knives are generally lighter and more tactical, along the lines of what you would find in the survival-oriented Moras. Infact, they are great knives. Look out for the Aegis and Flash II knives (my favorites). However, consumers have also come to appreciate SOG for the high quality of all of its products. or get it taken from you and stabbed with it if you hesitate in front of the wrong guy. ... Kershaw Skyline: A really great lightweigh EDC knife. Before choosing a knife, it is vital that you consider the materials of the blade. In the current line up, the fixed blades are generally Taiwan and the folders are Japan or USA Apr 6, 2009 #7 [email protected] Moderator Moderator. Ontario knives make some decent survival/camping knives as well, i'd check em out, especially the RAT 3 fixed blade. SOG initially had their knives made in Japan. The lanyard, on the other hand, has a whistle, which can certainly come in handy if you get lost in the wilderness. * This site contains affiliate links to products. Zell, Jun 24, 2010. The blade is made of sturdy steel material that does not easily break, making them the best throwing knives for self-defense. Specifically the Sog knife sharpener is called the “SOG SH-02 Countertop Sharpener“. If I were to buy a survival knife, I'd probably get Les Stroud's or something. As with any manufacturer, the budget class knives are that- made for someone on a budget. Zell IrregularMember. The SOG knife was designed for, and issued to, covert Studies and Observations Group personnel during the Vietnam War.It was unmarked and supposedly untraceable to country of origin or manufacture in order to maintain plausible deniability of covert operators in the event of their death or capture.. Design. Many SOG knives are field proven by the likes of law enforcement, US Special Forces, Navy SEALs, and military. I use a Mora bushcraft forest (formerly 2010). I mean it’s named after a special military unit and they have a knife for SEALs, plus it looks really serious and tactical...it must be good, right? Since then, the lineup has expanded to include a myriad of folding knives, fixed blade knives and multitools. I think I saw maybe two of their more expensive new models that don’t have that issue, but you have to pay above $150 to get a knife that doesn’t have ridiculous billboarding and I just can’t understand why they stubbornly don’t get how dumb that is. This is why Knives are not good for self defense, they are a … This is going to sound condescending but don't listen to anyone telling you to buy shitty Gerber, Les Stroud, or Bear Gryllis knife. For Backpackers who Hike with Camping Gear in their Backpack. We did not look at the Opinel N°6 for a couple of reasons. SOG Specialty Knives and Tools F03T-N Jungle Primitive, Black Hardcase... KaBar BK2. Great knives but I am not overly impressed with the sheathes that they include. Spend a little extra money and get a benchmade griptillian or mini griptillian (~$90-100). There are a million models, and I always have some form of one on me. I’ve sharpened all my knives up to and including my sebenza 21 on it and it’s always produced great results. from Knifecenter.com - The Original and Largest Online Catalog of Cutlery That day is long past though. 2,453. That goes for you too, Gerber people. Smoke. I’ve been knives here and there for a few years now but didn’t know about the knife community. Discussion in 'The Okie Corral' started by Zell, Jun 24, 2010. So instead of SOG, what brands should I be looking at instead? Last edited: Jul 23, 2013. Let’s get one thing out of the way — knives are not self-defense weapons. I have two of their knives and I’ve never had any problems. Our knives and tools are built to last, and we always stand ready to assist you when needed. You can get a K-Bar in that range, they are pretty useful. What is a Bowie Knife. The Kershaw Cryo is one of the greatest folding pocket knives of all time — bar none. If you’re looking for a good OTF knife just south of $100 but north of $50, then the Smith & Wesson might be your cup of tea. That’s weird the flash ii, which is not that expensive, would be made in Japan instead of China. These knives were still pretty good, so nobody really minded. That being said I have a SOG Spec Elite II with VG10 blade and the steel is beyond excellent. Look for knives in China! Large and capable hunting and utility knives, Bowie knives were as good in a fight as they were skinning a moose. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts Some knives (called "clad" or "san-mai") are made of one steel sandwiched between two layers of another - so it's possible to get stainless-clad carbon knives this way. Love it. I keep the small blade razor sharp, and the long one almost as sharp because I use it for the rough stuff. It is just the stuff from China you want to avoid. I have a new-ish Terminus XR. Joined: Apr 22, 2007 Location: Utah. Everybody else said it, but if you're looking for fixed go for Mora. However, the company produces a full line of knives and other tools and is well-respected both for its high quality builds and innovative designs. I think some companies got lazy and thought name recognition would be enough. These were of good to excellent quality and were what gave the company a good name. What was wrong with them? In fact, the opposite is true. The 7" AUS-8 stainless steel blade is some of the most durable on the market. I have a SOG Trident, and my wife has several others. I'm not a knife guy, but this one works for me when I need it and it didn't cost much. The SOG Instinct Mini is the first ever I’ve seen that advertises boot carrying potential. The SOG throwing knives come as a pack of three pieces each. I got the Gerber Prodigy knife before last year and it has been terrific. They happen to have their own sub-forum, which is why discussion of SOG topics may not occur in General, but that doesn't mean it's not taking place. There is nothing wrong with it. The sheath has a knife sharpener, a fire starter (very nice), as well as the handy little survival guide booklet. 30 years later, SOG knives are carried with confidence into the most demanding situations around the world. I’ve bought cheap knives from China on Amazon before from no name brands - I got tired of those quick and wanted something better so I thought SOG would be lol. ‘Nicer’ knives come with that ‘nicer’ price. They still have some of their knives made in Japan and Taiwan and those knives are still decent. All of these pocket knives that we’ve tested are good in their own ways and come with their own sets of advantages and disadvantages. Subscribe to our newsletter. Buy SOG Folding Knives, SOG folding knives are legendary. > Are pocket knives perfect for self-defence? The knife enthusiast community is more informed these days. The US has birthed a lot of great knife companies like Buck, Gerber, and SOG, which have all created iconic American knives, and maintained a certain high reputation as American made. Most blades are made of alloys of metals. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, I take this bad boy when I go backpacking, http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0033H7VI6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1397075251&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40. These knives were still pretty good, so nobody really minded. I bought one a couple years ago and the tip broke off very quickly. The knife comes with an overall length of 9.3 inches and a 4” blade. I’m just curious why the perception of them isn’t that good in the knife community ? Mora No. SOG manufactures a quality product at a good price and I've never been unhappy with any of the SOG knives I have purchased, carried, and/or evaluated. In fact, Microtech is the OTF brand – arguably the most well-known name when it comes to high end automatics and OTF knives. SOG, short for MACV-SOG, is a U.S. tool and knife company founded in 1986 and named in honor of the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam - Studies and Observations Group, a spec ops outfit that valued quick, quiet solutions SOG SUPPORT. I would like to only spend about $30-$40...I know its hard to find a quality survival knife for this price. Then they decided to cash in and move production to China, selling marginal knives at inflated prices. And while it’s most popular version is the all-metal one, it also comes with a G10 handle scale that’s a bit more unique … Light, cheap, and great quality. A. Having multiple tools in one place for easy access, compact and always available, the SOG Knives are the epitome of such devices but it also needs to have a warranty. It has a larger blade than Mora 1, Companion, and Clipper. Subscribe to our newsletter. The SOG knife was designed for, and issued to, covert Studies and Observations Group personnel during the Vietnam War.It was unmarked and supposedly untraceable to country of origin or manufacture in order to maintain plausible deniability of covert operators in the event of their death or capture.. Design. From their start in 1986, SOG knives have been prized for their outstanding quality, fine workmanship, and attention to detail. Benchmades are awesome, well worth the high price imo, very much Buy it for Life. Engineered with precision and built to perform. All three are a good Quality brands I feel the SOG would be the best for a fixed blade with a Ka-Bar number two. Heavier knives rotate slower, are more intuitive to throw, and are less likely to bounce back from the target, so they’re great for novices. Besides being a weapon, a knife is also one of the oldest tools known to mankind. Bigfatts. The blades are 9.5 inches in length and have a paracord handle to enable you to have a good grip when throwing the knives. Sog knives are used by organisations such as law enforcement and armed … The stones are in good shape and most importantly, not … Today we’ll cover 10 modern examples of this classic knife and help you find the best Bowie knife for your needs. Oct 21, 2003. EDC knives have many different uses ranging from cutting boxes to self defense. Then, in order to reduce costs and profitability they moved some manufacturing to Taiwan. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, More posts from the CampingandHiking community. Tips, trip reports, back-country gear reviews, safety and news. The SOG Flash II is that and much more. Sog is a mixed bag. Ok so I looked a bit and for your budget they have quite a few knifes that fit the bill. SOG manufactures a quality product at a good price and I've never been unhappy with any of the SOG knives I have purchased, carried, and/or evaluated. SOG was one of the first knife brands I bought and I thought they were supposed to be good. There are too many good ones to count, but somehow, we managed to boil it down to a top sixteen best Spyderco knives list. SOG Knives Warranty – Good Enough for a Lifetime Usage? The arc lock is an outstanding lock, eerily similar to BM's axis. There isn’t a significant requirement I’d give as a checklist for one type of grip or grip material. They sold out to marketing their brand on low end knives. In most jurisdictions, (counter)attacking someone with a knife is considered assault with a deadly weapon. How do you think about the answers? I had this one but it was unfortunately stolen during construction on my house ... but I digress. But as with any brand there's always room for improvement. SOG Pillar Review Many know SOG knives to be of good value and often of excellent performance. SMKW carries a large selection of SOG folding knives, fixed blade knives, multi-tools, self-defense tools and specialty knives. It’s 12.88 inches long from tip to butt and weighs just 17.4 oz. We all know knives with good old back lock and pins on the blade. If you can find some older knives, pre 2000 I think, you will be happier. They designed the Super SOG to replicate the look and feel of traditional Bowie knives. From their start in 1986, SOG knives have been prized for their outstanding quality, fine workmanship, and attention to detail. Jul 23, 2013 #7. Are Sog Knives Good. These were of good to excellent quality and were what gave the company a good name. It is reviewed below and fits in with the upper mid-range of bushcraft and survival knives. I'm very fond of my Vulcan & PE II and would put them up against any other folders in their class. The Mora 2000 is a very cool knife. Mora has a light my fire knife that has a firesteel built into the handle. Others here have pointed out the main problems, ie cheap knives at inflated prices, sold at sporting goods stores to people who don’t know better but just think a SOG is supposed to be good. Mar 12, 2012. Definitely not a fan of their folders. Anonymous. Flipper design opens very fast. Despite its impressive line of knives and related products, SOG’s main claim to fame remains its beloved reproduction of the MACV-SOG knife. I assumed the knives were initially made in the US lol. Messages: 5,853 Likes Received: 4. The Gerber Bear Grylls knife has a wide range of uses, thanks to the add-ons that come with the sheath and the lanyard. Come check out r/knifeclub if you want an education. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Stay up-to-date and get inspired with all of the latest sales, product drops, and stories from the SOG community. So why is that? Which throwing knives are good for beginners? AS compared to the standard side of the handle mount, I think the clip is a huge advantage of the SOG knives. That's funny considering how much they play up the military angle. But that gets to another reason they aren’t well loved here: the overly aggressive “tacticool” vibe. Engineered with precision and built to perform. Check it out here: SOG Knives - Country of Origin Cheers, Mark SOG Knives Collectors . 1 decade ago. Buy from Amazon. Ah I see what % of their knives are from China? We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. Known for their focus on making high quality knives and tools, SOG has enjoyed great growth and popularity since it’s inception. I want a knife that doesn't have a spring assist. They are good solid knives and you can pick them up for $15-$20. Lol I definitely am the average joe that fell into that trap. The SOG brand means quality. If they’re changing for the better, like Gerber, then it’s a good thing. Apr 5, 2009 #6. johnu2. Stick with those and you'll be fine. Self-defense? I own tons of knives but my "go to" knife is a Swiss Army knife with about a 2" and 3" blade with can opener, and bottle opener (with the little things like screwdriver ends and stuff). 1 decade ago. I'm looking at the SOG Twitch II. These were of good to excellent quality and were what gave the company a good name. It varies depending on model and price. SOG Knives Named after a covert special forces operations unit called S tudies and O bservation G roup personnel during the Vietnam war, SOG has been making knives since the mid 80s. Well, says SOG, here you can have it all but with a flipper and assisted opening. Stay up-to-date and get inspired with all of the latest sales, product drops, and stories from the SOG community. They happen to have their own sub-forum, which is why discussion of SOG topics may not occur in General, but that doesn't mean it's not taking place. Shop SOG Specialty Knives Hunting Knives & Multi-Tools at DICK'S Sporting Goods. They are best known for their famous reproduction of the military SOG knife. It is similar in appearance to Benchmade Griptilian and a good … Subscribe to our newsletter. I have the trident xr, which is apparently made in Taiwan, and the flash ii, which is japan. I want a knife that I can open and close with one hand and just close it with a flick of the wrist. I've looked into this before to write reviews for Victorinox multi-tools. Then, in order to reduce costs and profitability they moved some manufacturing to Taiwan. For a while now they’ve been a good source for traditional-style lockback knives. She's the knife expert in our marriage. They aren't "survival" knives per se, but with a firesteel they do all that I need them to do. Even the original knives weren't made in the US? I've got the Bear Grylls Gerber (the non-pro version that's $35, or at least it was when I bought it) and for the price I'm happy. Funny thing is, SOG has never made knives in the US. They also make a lot of butterfly, tactical, and one-handed EDCs in a broad range of styles, but I think it’s fair to say that most people associate Bear and Sons with trapper knives. I found the Seal Pup to be a good knife too and nearly anyone I speak to who owns one likes it. There are many different brands that make EDC knives and the selection can be overwhelming. What many people don’t know, is that Smith and Wesson (S&W) also makes knives. Get a better sheath maybe. There are better, full tang, non-injection molded blades out there. Overall I think Sog offers some very good knives but also some not so great knives. Conversely, many negative qualities of a knife stem from the materials of the blade. I listed the guarantees/warranties info below. Remember that a knife is a weapon, and you must have a good reason for owning one (or many). We think its a good idea too. This is the one has great reviews and I personally love the design. Just none from SOG.). (And the standard disclaimer: I'm not knocking China here. Great knives but I am not overly impressed with the sheathes that they include. Print; Page 1 of 2 1 2 Next > Jun 24, 2010 #1 . And they’re branding/billboarding is equally aggressive. "They are good all-rounders, and easy to sharpen," says chef Richard Bainbridg e. You simply won't find a more impressive line of knives, multi-purpose tools, and accessories than SOG Specialty Knives offers. I have always loved my Victorinox Swiss Army knives. I say if it's good enough to kill Nazi's its good enough for me! Source(s): https://shrinke.im/a012c. They are good solid knives and you can pick them up for $15-$20. Factory Location: Jacksonville, Alabama. Spyderco. From kitchen to collectible, locking flip knives to tactical survival Godsends, there’s a clear view on their passion—creating the most phenomenal knives on the planet. If you find a lower price on SOG Specialty Knives Hunting Knives & Multi-Tools somewhere else, … V ictorinox, who make the famous Swiss Army knives, come recommended by most experts as a good beginner's option. SOG is a leader in the knife manufacturing industry, and their folding knives have won the hearts of many knife enthusiast. This is a high-quality knife with excellent cutting ability and is designed to handle some pretty rugged stuff. 0 0. This makes them more durable, sharper, lightweight, and so on. Since it weighs 5.41 ounces and then combined with the overall length, you get to see that it is good in terms of portability. These knives were still pretty good, so nobody really minded. We have researched and reviewed many different knives and have come up with the 10 best EDC knives. The one you take backpacking is closer to what I am looking for. SOG Specialty Knives is dedicated to creating the highest standards of production cutlery in the world. Their fixies are okay for what you get. If you are looking for an excellent and affordable knife, then look no further. The Microtech Ultratech is, to many people, the out-the-front knife. They are a time tested and well respected knife manufacturer. Subscribe to our newsletter. Press J to jump to the feed. Judges hate knives, if you use a knife there is a good chance you will go to prison because "wtf were you carrying a knife in the first place?" In that price range, also take a look at the Cold Steel Roach Belly, Pendelton Light Hunter and the Canadian Belt knife. SOG Specialty Knives, Inc. is more commonly known as SOG and has established itself as a firm favorite among tactical knife experts. *EDIT- here's a review with some field testing. SOG is discussed at great length on this site. Thus, stainless blade steels like AUS-8 and 440C are excellent choices for folding knives because they represent a good compromise between a tough blade steel and a hard blade steel and thus, they do a reasonably good job of resisting impact and lateral forces (prying) while also doing a good job of holding an edge. Even with the revamp, they have failed to address (in most cases) the most common complaint I see, mainly that most people who care at all about aesthetics in knives don’t like having SOG in giant letters all over the knife, much less stamped out hideously on the over-sized pocket clip. The 710 is a very, very good knife.” ... Cryo, Leek, and Scallion, plus the SOG Flash II—for having an assisted open. The Washington-based company named SOG began in 1986, but can trace its inspirational roots to special operations during the Vietnam War. Founded in Sana Monica, California, SOG Specialty Knives started out by producing a single Vietnam commemorative knife in 1986. It’s made by a company known for making some of the best quality knives in the world. Jun 5, 2007. I know one of the VPs in the company, things are changing for the better. The SOG knife brand is synonymous with excellence, rock-solid construction, and out-of-this-world toughness.If you think I am using fanboy words, you should know that SOG knives are the “weapon of choice” of the US Navy Seals since 1986. Wanted to get your opinions. 0 0. I am not in love with it, but my heart is bound to another. I personally don't like SOG knives. What sets SOG knives apart from the rest? If You Are Looking For An EDC, Hunting, Survival Or Bushcraft Knife Made in The USA This List Is The Best Place To Start. The KnifeCenter offers the best SOG knives for sale. Unfortunately, the major problem is my budget (Poor college kid). Infact, they are great knives. SOG Aegis Mini . Reproduce the original SOG Bowie knife and pay tribute to the unit that created it. The Bowie knife is one of the most famous examples of frontier Americana still in use. One of the reasons that the company has endured for so long is that their brand and design appeal to men and women that are not necessarily “knife people.” They just want something for everyday chores that looks classier than a “tactical” knife. They're sharp, sturdy, and won't rust like the crappy Bear Grylls Gerbers. If you're just camping (not hunting) go less than 4" and lightish. The cheapest ‘junk’ to me, might be an amazing treasure to someone else. r/knives: Sharp and pointy stuff! For folding knifes, I like my Kershaw. There are some great knives coming out of China. SOG Specialty Knives came to be in 1986, founded by Spencer Frazer with the intent to recreate the original SOG Bowie Knife of the Vietnam era. Press J to jump to the feed. Purchase: $24. There are some really good knives in this list. I imagine I could give it away to a ‘normal’ person and they would be completely happy with it. Please read our Affiliate Disclosure for more. It opens bottles and cans, cleans fish, pokes holes, and has tweezers and a toothpick just in case. I cannot speak to their multitools, but few of their blades are good quality anymore, especially compared to their older stuff. Sign in. They are all good. I use a Mora knife or a Condor Bushlore. Zell, Jun 24, 2010. Richmond knives made by Lamson are complete crap. Some Richmond knives were made by Konosuke, of which the blades were good, but the handles left a lot be desired (and I don't even go for fancy handles). Press J to jump to the feed. Thread Tools. 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