Benchmade griptilian thread!!!
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Gary007
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Yeah, those sold out real quick. Either they didn't get many in stock or they are going to be better sellers than I thought! Glad I came upon them when I did.
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The orange color, though neat, just doesn't do it for me - too friendly =) If they had a large in the yellow that the mini's come in...nice!
I edc a RSK large in black. I've lost two more - RSK with OD handles and SS clip, and a RSK mini in yellow. I hate myself for that =D
I'd like to try out those Griptilikins but I could buy a RSK and a regular grip for nearly the same price as one set of scales...does anyone else make aftermarket scales for the Griptilian?
I edc a RSK large in black. I've lost two more - RSK with OD handles and SS clip, and a RSK mini in yellow. I hate myself for that =D
I'd like to try out those Griptilikins but I could buy a RSK and a regular grip for nearly the same price as one set of scales...does anyone else make aftermarket scales for the Griptilian?
Green - go for it. I've had both, as well as the D2 version - and the blade shape of the RSK is much more useful. It will grow on you as you use it, and you will see what all the what looks like hype on Ritter's site, really means in the real world. I.e., he knows his stuff =) Beefier blade, wider chord, means more power and sturdiness, and more belly for slicing efficiency. The finish doesn't need to constantly be wiped off b/c of its stonewash look (the satin sheen on the 154CM is great but you cut one package and there's tape residue looking very ugly at you on the blade).
Sure, you could buy two regular Grips, but just buy one RSK and that's all you need to carry =)
And, it truly is amazing how much longer the S30V holds a sharper edge. Plus, I don't find it harder to sharpen much at all. The 154CM takes an edge easier, sure, but that also means you'll be sharpening more often. The S30V material is an amazing steel.
greenLED
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Thanks, mcmc. I actually went ahead and bought a mini Ritter a while back. You're right, the blade profile looks nicer and feels a lot beefier.
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Did you pay $100 for the orange ???
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No, that is just the suggested retail price. The actual selling price they had listed when they were in-stock was $67.95 when I ordered mine.
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No, that is just the suggested retail price. The actual selling price they had listed when they were in-stock was $67.95 when I ordered mine.
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Gary007
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Look what I got today: :twothumbs
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greenLED
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Very cool pics, Gary.
mcmc - yup, it's the coolest knife. I'm still carrying the regular minigrip, though. :crazy:
mcmc - yup, it's the coolest knife. I'm still carrying the regular minigrip, though. :crazy:
Have you seen this beauty yet?
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LEDmodMan
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Dang, those Griptilikins grip panels are sweet!!! I like the green/black combo, but as another poster has already said, they're just a bit too expensive. I've had my Ritter Mk1 for about 3 or 4 years now (I bought it from This_Is_Nascar on here shortly after they came out), and I love it!
I have to admit though, I carry my 710 D2 more often. I just don't care for the plastic handles of the griptilian. With the Griptilikins, I might carry it more, but they're just too expensive. I was glad to see BM switch to 154cm from 440c. I actually really like 154cm blades (this stainless steel was developed for jet turbine compressor blades).
Unfortunately, I think the Omega springs break more frequently then BM likes to admit. I still LOVE the Axis lock, but this is definitely a weak point in the system.
About a month ago, one of the springs on my 943 Osborne (also bought from T_I_N) broke. Granted, this knife sees more use than ANY other in my collection (carried every day for a little over 4 years now; minus airport flying hours on trips of course). When I called BM up to inquire about the warranty procedure, the lady one the phone told me, "Those break all... Um just send it in and we'll fix it for you." I think she slipped up a little, because when I pressed her, she wouldn't say it again. :thinking:
I think I'll miss the 943 too much, so I still haven't sent it in (and BM won't send parts...). :crazy:
I have to admit though, I carry my 710 D2 more often. I just don't care for the plastic handles of the griptilian. With the Griptilikins, I might carry it more, but they're just too expensive. I was glad to see BM switch to 154cm from 440c. I actually really like 154cm blades (this stainless steel was developed for jet turbine compressor blades).
Unfortunately, I think the Omega springs break more frequently then BM likes to admit. I still LOVE the Axis lock, but this is definitely a weak point in the system.
About a month ago, one of the springs on my 943 Osborne (also bought from T_I_N) broke. Granted, this knife sees more use than ANY other in my collection (carried every day for a little over 4 years now; minus airport flying hours on trips of course). When I called BM up to inquire about the warranty procedure, the lady one the phone told me, "Those break all... Um just send it in and we'll fix it for you." I think she slipped up a little, because when I pressed her, she wouldn't say it again. :thinking:
I think I'll miss the 943 too much, so I still haven't sent it in (and BM won't send parts...). :crazy:
kaichu dento
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I've been carrying my 705 for 10 years now and still no problems. Haven't had problems with any other of my Axis lock springs but the 705 is the only one I've carried and used so much.
The Griptilian handles feel really nice to me and I reccomend them all the time, but the best feeling grip of all the Benchmades is the one on the 520 and 525! :twothumbs
Cosmo7809
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Back in stock guys :thumbsup:
Also seems like someone had a premade lanyard just sitting around that goes perfect with the mini grip :whistle:
Also seems like someone had a premade lanyard just sitting around that goes perfect with the mini grip :whistle:
dilbert
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I like that 551-ORG! Is 67.95 + 7.95 shipping a good price on one of these? Seems a little steep for shipping for a little knife. What online stores are generally recommended?
greenLED
Flashaholic
$8 for shipping sounds pretty standard (for UPS, or USPS Priority, at least) to me
dilbert
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You're probably right. I'm just a little concerned that it'll make my other knives seem inferior (Like when I got my first good flashlight and my maglite seemed so dim) so I'm looking for excuses.
greenLED
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C'mon, you know you *need* one! ...and better get it fast, before you start needing a Ritter Grip. :devil:
