Rite Edge "72"

[cody6268]

I have the BSA version (1047) of the Camillus 72 as my EDC version of the knife. As the pattern name, Carpenter's Whittler, suggests, it's a great knife for carpentry work and whittling. But, it's not something I want rattling around in a toolbox as a work knife for such work as a backup to my real one (which I tend to make sure's in my pocket before attempting any carpentry, but sometimes I forget).

Thus, I'm looking at the $10 Rite Edge "Stockman" knockoff of the pattern--I understand that there's a lot of cheap, low-ish quality knockoffs of the 72 over the years--and that I don't care to use those as beaters .

Anyone have this one? Would I be better off just getting a junk 72 (or similar) for the task?

[Modern Slip Joints]

I only vaguely recall Rite Edge as one of those inexpensive brands that I did not have to buy because I could afford better. How much will this one cost you vs. how much can you get a real Camillus 72 beater for? I suspect you'd be happier with the later.

That said, SMKW Rough Ryder RR890 Dog Leg Stockmans are very similar and currently priced at $9.59. I usually have a spare RR in a pocket. They're very serviceable. If variation in handle shape and blades and a few dollars more are O.K. their RR Tortoise Shell series up grades the steel from 440A to 440B while still keeping them under $15.

[Reverand]

I have not had that pattern, but I used to own a few Rite Edge knives and they make a serviceable "beater" knife.
The bolsters, liners, and pins are the same stainless as the blades and springs, so they are strong and rugged. They tend to have rough edges though, so it looks like the manufacturer churns them out without a lot of polish or finish work.
I rate them as being as tough as a Rough Ryder, but will not have the same level of fit and finish.