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I am looking for a good usa made ASSISTED OPENER . Any suggestions?
Thanks W5RWU

Hello W5...,

Kershaw makes several assisted opening that are really good, dependable knives. You might want to look at their website or check here at AAPK in the store section.

Dean

hey W5, I like this H K made by Benchmade. Its blade is a little shorter and stouter than most Benchmade autos. And I like a drop point. It is also very smooth and really fast. Mark

Thanks Guys
w5rwu

Got this Benchmade Torrent awhile back and it's a great assisited opener and a perfect fit in the pocket!


TORRENT MODEL 890

The slim profile of this Nitrous™ Assist allows for quick, reliable deployment when you need it most.

Modified locking-liner with Nitrous™ assist mechanism

Modified drop point blade with thumb-stud opener

Black G10 handle scales with tip down carry

Blade Length: 3.60"

Blade Thickness: 0.100"

Handle Thickness: 0.600"

Blade Material: 154CM Stainless Steel

Blade Hardness: 58-61HRC

Blade Style: Modified Drop Point

Weight: 3.50oz.

Clip: Tip Down Carry-Clip

Lock Mechanism: Locking-Liner with Nitrous Assist

Overall Length: 8.20"

Closed Length: 4.60"

Sheath Material: Sold Separately

Class: Blue

I have both Kershaw and Sog.

I think the Sog is better built and will last longer.

The Kershaw needs to have a good set on the linelock.

It my not hold all the time. OUCHEEEE .!!!

But I love my Rainbow. Just sent it back for an ajustment.

I have a couple for sale or trade.

I have a new, in the box, Camillus Dominator...
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Buck makes some nice, moderately priced assisted openers. They have the Impulse, Rush, Tempest, and Sirus models to choose from. All are USA made to the best of my knowledge.

I don't have any pics but here is a link to a website with them.

http://www.buck-knife-direct.com/buck-a ... c-105.html

Phil

You didn't mention if you were doing the assisted open knife on a budget or not W5 but that Taylor LLC. USA Schrade that is assisted opened (and opens real fast too ), and made by a new USA cutlery company that makes very good quality knives, is very nice.

Aimus

I EDC a Kershaw Mini Mojo. The blade is 13C26 so it is good steel but that is not the best aspect. This knife ahas a positive blade lock that I do not think could be overcome with any practical use of the knife. It also has a positive release lever lock that I also can not think can be defeated by any thing you stick in or carry in your pocket. Both are "passive" in that they do not slow down the opening or closing of the knife and the knife can be safely closed with one hand.

The reason I actually started using this particular knife is the handle insert can be easily removed and replaced with gemstone without affecting the ability to take the knife apart and Kershaw has indicated if one of my knives neded factory warranty service the gemstone inserts I do will not void the factory warranty.

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Thanks for all the suggestion , I have a
Kershaw Cyclone on the way. 5" closed linerlock. Sandvik 13C25 stainless standard edge blade with dual thumb studs and bead blast finish. Speed-Safe assisted opening blade. Black anodized 6061-T6 aluminum handles with lanyard hole. Stainless pocket clip. Made in USA.
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heres another Kershaw 1660 LEEK-X (usa made)

I carry this and it serves me well for the price

The Leek is a great knife. Very dependable.
I got one a few years ago at their factory sale that has a carbon steel Damascus blade.
It is one of my favorite Kershaws.

Dale

orvet Can you show us a new photo of her now that she is used for more than a year?

I want to see how much better the Damascus blade holds up.

Does it show scratchs less also?

How long will the black hold up showing the grain?

Ken

I took one of my DAM Leeks and polished it up so much I had to add some tape so I could hold onto it.
I carried this one for a while and it just shows some slight discoloration in certain areas.
Washed with water and a little soap then re-oiled afterward. I really like the Leek and usually have one as back-up.

heres one I just picked up

Kershaw Leek 1660VIB Ken Onion

This is a Randall King that I carry every day. The quality seems to be very good.