I miss my knife =(

[Stuey]

After some testing I reviewed Snap-on's CRKT collaboration knife over at ToolGuyd (http://toolguyd.com/crkt-snap-on-wrinkle-knife-review/). It was a decent knife, and I used it a couple times a week since then to break packaging tape seals. The bright green handle always made it easy to find and reach for.

Anyways, I cleaned it up, made sure it was factory-sharp, and sent it out to a GJer earlier in the month. He's still travelling for work but will hopefully be thrilled with the surprise.

The knife retails for about $120 and was made in Taiwan.

Initially I thought that the knife was a tad over-priced, but overtime I really, REALLY liked using it. Its pivot was wonderfully smooth, and the blade shape was quite versatile.

I just started testing another new flipper knife, but find myself really missing the Snap-on. The Wrinkle is a great knife.

Someone here posted a link to Snap-on's holiday gift catalog and I noticed there are a couple of new handle color options (page 9). While I don't for one second regret giving the knife to its new user, I might just buy a replacement for myself, maybe in white. Probably not, I spent way too much money lately.

I figured a little sharing would make me feel better, and it has. Thanks GJ!

 

[Farmall450]

I'm not big on tiawanese/chinese stuff that has a brand name slapped on, and then is sold at ridiculous prices.

 

[RedneckWelder]

I tend to stick with American made knives myself...especially when I can get a Made in the USA Benchmade for that price. Or a Kershaw Blur (which is what I carry daily) for half that price.

 

[bluebolt]

OK guys let's get in the holiday spirit. Whatever you think of the knife Stuey did a nice thing by GIVING it to a fellow GJ'er.

 

[Stuey]

I'm not big on tiawanese/chinese stuff that has a brand name slapped on, and then is sold at ridiculous prices.

This month I'm testing a $192 made-in-Taiwan Spyderco and $149 made-in-USA Benchmade. I purchased both. The Spyderco beats the snot out of the Benchmade.

With the Snap-on Wrinkle, making it in the USA wouldn't have made it any better.

I tend to stick with American made knives myself...especially when I can get a Made in the USA Benchmade for that price. Or a Kershaw Blur (which is what I carry daily) for half that price.

As do I. I very strongly favor USA, European, and Japanese-made knives. But to be perfectly frank, the Wrinkle performed too damn well for me to care where it was made.

OK guys let's get in the holiday spirit. Whatever you think of the knife Stuey did a nice thing by GIVING it to a fellow GJ'er.

Thanks! =) What can I say, I like to share the joy when I can.

I don't normally like giving knife samples away, but I thought it would be the *perfect* fit for the new owner. Or at least that's what I'm hoping.

 

[RedneckWelder]

OK guys let's get in the holiday spirit. Whatever you think of the knife Stuey did a nice thing by GIVING it to a fellow GJ'er.

Oh I defnitely agree.

At least CKRT/Snap On did tasteful colors...I was honestly expecting a bright neon green when I clicked the link initially...that is a nice color handle there.

So is the Wrinkle design exclusively snap-on or will they be releasing it in non-snap on colors?

 

[purplezr2]

I'm not big on tiawanese/chinese stuff that has a brand name slapped on, and then is sold at ridiculous prices.

Why, its not like they can't make a product that equally as good as USA made products, would the Ipad be better if it was USA made, how about TVs. Are Americans somehow inherently smarter and there for more industrious then their Asian counterparts?

 

[Stuey]

Oh I defnitely agree.

At least CKRT/Snap On did tasteful colors...I was honestly expecting a bright neon green when I clicked the link initially...that is a nice color handle there.

So is the Wrinkle design exclusively snap-on or will they be releasing it in non-snap on colors?

The handle color is a little bright, but not overwhelmingly so. It really grew on me.

It looks like the Wrinkle is still a Snap-on exclusive, and I don't think it will be released as a regular CRKT model.

 

[DieselSaves]

I like the pre Ken Onion Kershaw knives. Still find them as NOS for less than fitty bucks. One, a 2420, has been my edc for a dozen years now. Well, my original and the current replacement that is identical to the first. Good simple liner lock knives are awesome.

 

[Thephranc]

I've had the same CRKT for almost 20 years. And they still send me replacement parts when I need them. Customer service is top notch.

 

[928'er]

My little Kershaw KO Chive grew legs and disappeared from my desktop recently so I've been using a CRKT Koji Hara designed "Ichi." Boy, do I miss that little Chive.... Probably get myself another one for Xmas.

 

[cinco]

I like the pre Ken Onion Kershaw knives. Still find them as NOS for less than fitty bucks. One, a 2420, has been my edc for a dozen years now. Well, my original and the current replacement that is identical to the first. Good simple liner lock knives are awesome.

Ha! I've been carrying a 2415 for about 18 years now. The same one. I've got to find another one so I can give this one the retirement it deserves.

 

[Givl Reggin]

I'm not big on tiawanese/chinese stuff that has a brand name slapped on, and then is sold at ridiculous prices.

Reminds me of Montblanc pens. I was giving one as a gift when I graduated high school, now keep in mind that was several decades ago, and still thought a $150 ballpoint pen was a little extravagant. Recently I was going to buy one for a friend and found out they are now made in China. I'd really like to know the markup they get on a $350 pen these days.

 

[NUTTSGT]

Passing a sample off to a fellow GJ'er gets you a in my book.

I guess you're not going to get a lump of coal from Santa.

 

[skyking]

You da man !!

 

[Farmall450]

Why, its not like they can't make a product that equally as good as USA made products, would the Ipad be better if it was USA made, how about TVs. Are Americans somehow inherently smarter and there for more industrious then their Asian counterparts?

Those would likely include a huge price increase, whereas the SO knife already has this...and isn't even made here.

 

[Farmall450]

This month I'm testing a $192 made-in-Taiwan Spyderco and $149 made-in-USA Benchmade. I purchased both. The Spyderco beats the snot out of the Benchmade.

It's also at a higher pricepoint, and I am willing to go out a limb and say that you could pick other models with similar pricepoints from these manufacturers and the analysis would be different.

Don't get me wrong, I like what you did, however I am a fan of US made knives.

 

[Banjorear]

I'm not big on tiawanese/chinese stuff that has a brand name slapped on, and then is sold at ridiculous prices.

Love the fact that OP gave it to another GJ'er. That's awesome!

I will admit that I thought the same thing. I have knives by Gerber and Schrade, both made in the USA, and both were under $30. Both will cut your finger off if you aren't careful.

Sorry to be a Debbie Downer, but does the Snap-On name really bring that big of premium to be able to charge that type of a mark-up on a low cost item?

 

[Farmall450]

Love the fact that OP gave it to another GJ'er. That's awesome!

I will admit that I thought the same thing. I have knives by Gerber and Schrade, both made in the USA, and both were under $30. Both will cut your finger off if you aren't careful.

Sorry to be a Debbie Downer, but does the Snap-On name really bring that big of premium to be able to charge that type of a mark-up on a low cost item?

Exactly my point.

Now an F80, while pricey, is a quality item, not an el cheapo item (alas a very good one) with a massive mark up.

 

[cheechi]

The Spyderco beats the snot out of the Benchmade.

This has been my experience across the board. I prefer SOG's handle/mechanism best but their blades need more attention than most others. I like my Leek best of all the blades I own. Spyderco is next. Several others sit in a drawer including Buck, Old Timer, Benchmade, and some offbrands. All of those I can't give away.

 

[RedneckWelder]

This has been my experience across the board. I prefer SOG's handle/mechanism best but they need more attention than most others. I like my Leek best of all the blades I own. Spyderco is next. Several others sit in a drawer including Buck, Old Timer, Benchmade, and some offbrands. All of those I can't give away.

I'll take your benchmades off your hands for the price of shipping, provided they aren't the Red class ones made in China (few years ago Benchmade decided to try offshoring some products and ended up stopping that). Same goes for the Bucks and Old Timers if they are made in the US.

 

[metal1313]

i carry cheap knives at work, since they get lost/broken. however on days off i carry a usa made buck, hasnt given me any problems but it could use a soak in the ultra sonic cleaner and a good lubing soon

 

[Benw455]

Nice

 

[kac0825]

I tend to stick with American made knives myself...especially when I can get a Made in the USA Benchmade for that price. Or a Kershaw Blur (which is what I carry daily) for half that price.

I love my Zero Tolerance. Made by Kershaw, best knife i've ever owned. And I have 4 benchmades.

 

[Stuey]

Love the fact that OP gave it to another GJ'er. That's awesome!

I will admit that I thought the same thing. I have knives by Gerber and Schrade, both made in the USA, and both were under $30. Both will cut your finger off if you aren't careful.

Sorry to be a Debbie Downer, but does the Snap-On name really bring that big of premium to be able to charge that type of a mark-up on a low cost item?

Why would you assume this is a low cost item? Have you tried it?

I have used this knife, and feel that its performance reasonably matches its price tag. Yes, it probably costs a little more due to the Snap-on branding, but we're talking a fraction of the price.

Do you think this is a $25 knife with $100 markup? It's not.

 

[Banjorear]

Why would you assume this is a low cost item? Have you tried it?

I have used this knife, and feel that its performance reasonably matches its price tag. Yes, it probably costs a little more due to the Snap-on branding, but we're talking a fraction of the price.

Do you think this is a $25 knife with $100 markup? It's not.

OK, I'll take you word for it. The basis of my comment was that any tool (I consider a knife a tool) I've ever seen come from Taiwan has been cheap and total junk.

Could be this is different, but Taiwan isn't too far behind China when it comes to low wages and cheap manufacturing.

 

[oldldh]

For giving it to a deserving GJ'er, you get a---

Ya Dun Gud, Bubba!!!

 

[cheechi]

Sorry buddy, those were all gifts or are too old/sentimental. Not to me but to everyone else who would notice them being gone.

 

[RedneckWelder]

OK, I'll take you word for it. The basis of my comment was that any tool (I consider a knife a tool) I've ever seen come from Taiwan has been cheap and total junk.

Could be this is different, but Taiwan isn't too far behind China when it comes to low wages and cheap manufacturing.

Maybe that was true 20+ years in the past, but the current Taiwan tools aren't bad at all. I've got HF Taiwan made sockets that are easily better than than the last 10-15 years of Craftsman USA production. I also really like the Kobalt Taiwan made stuff I've purchased recently.

Even stuff made in China can be quality...if the buyer demands it (a good example of this is Fenix flashlights, or Norinco AKs or Apple products). It's just that overall companies do not demand the quality because it does mean increased costs.

 

[CWP1616L]

If anybody is looking for a great knife, you might consider the Gerber Gator. I've got a couple and I think they're sweet. The handle looks like plastic but it's actually real rubbery and grippy. I think they might be calling it a "Kraton Grip" if I remember correctly.

http://www.bladehq.com/imgs/manual-...erber-gator/gerber-gator-fine-06069-large.jpg

 

[ol'Red]

That was a good deed you done Stuey.

 

[Farmall450]

Why would you assume this is a low cost item? Have you tried it?

I have used this knife, and feel that its performance reasonably matches its price tag. Yes, it probably costs a little more due to the Snap-on branding, but we're talking a fraction of the price.

Do you think this is a $25 knife with $100 markup? It's not.

I would imagine it cost far less than $25 even to produce in bulk...

 

[Harrison2]

my lowes has the sog knife and 2 key knives for $10 from $25. they look reasonable for a cheap edc. the snap on looks good but I couldn't justify that price especially the amount I loose stuff.

 

[Mazdaspeed]

I quite like my benchmade mini-griptilian. Although I'm tempted to try a few others but it could get to be an expensive habit.

 

[Banjorear]

If anybody is looking for a great knife, you might consider the Gerber Gator. I've got a couple and I think they're sweet. The handle looks like plastic but it's actually real rubbery and grippy. I think they might be calling it a "Kraton Grip" if I remember correctly.

http://www.bladehq.com/imgs/manual-...erber-gator/gerber-gator-fine-06069-large.jpg

I have this on knife. It's great.

 

[Stuey]

OK, I'll take you word for it. The basis of my comment was that any tool (I consider a knife a tool) I've ever seen come from Taiwan has been cheap and total junk.

Could be this is different, but Taiwan isn't too far behind China when it comes to low wages and cheap manufacturing.

I used to be skeptical as well, but have warmed up to the idea that made-in-Taiwan knives can be good. Spyderco and now CRKT have proved it.

But just like it can't be said that everything from the region is junk, not everything from the region is going to be good.

 

[Stuey]

That was a good deed you done Stuey.

Well, it was either send the knife or buy or select something less valuable that would also have been a poorer match.

Wait until you see what happens in a few months (March?) when I do a complete audit and cull my personal tool collection and ToolGuyd's review supplies! There is way too much overlap and I'm low on space.

 

[nicksnothereman]

After some testing I reviewed Snap-on's CRKT collaboration knife over at ToolGuyd (http://toolguyd.com/crkt-snap-on-wrinkle-knife-review/). It was a decent knife, and I used it a couple times a week since then to break packaging tape seals. The bright green handle always made it easy to find and reach for.

Anyways, I cleaned it up, made sure it was factory-sharp, and sent it out to a GJer earlier in the month. He's still travelling for work but will hopefully be thrilled with the surprise.

The knife retails for about $120 and was made in Taiwan.

Initially I thought that the knife was a tad over-priced, but overtime I really, REALLY liked using it. Its pivot was wonderfully smooth, and the blade shape was quite versatile.

I just started testing another new flipper knife, but find myself really missing the Snap-on. The Wrinkle is a great knife.

Someone here posted a link to Snap-on's holiday gift catalog and I noticed there are a couple of new handle color options (page 9). While I don't for one second regret giving the knife to its new user, I might just buy a replacement for myself, maybe in white. Probably not, I spent way too much money lately.

I figured a little sharing would make me feel better, and it has. Thanks GJ!

Taiwanese knives aren't that great. I have a bunch of gerber taiwan ones...impossible to hold an edge. Actually, the kershaw 8cr13mov chinese steel is much better in that area.

120 bucks for a knife it should be US. I have bought us made knives for like 10-15 bucks easily; good steel gerber old stock. CRKT knives are typically 20-30 bucks (china); they're pretty good in that price range.

 

[nicksnothereman]

my lowes has the sog knife and 2 key knives for $10 from $25. they look reasonable for a cheap edc. the snap on looks good but I couldn't justify that price especially the amount I loose stuff.

I got a sog flash. It's a great knife but burrs too easily. Paid 20 for it and it's auto though not an edc for me because it's too big. I usually carry a bear mgc acrylic that can't be sharpened! Great awful knife.

 

[theknurl]

Stuey;
very nice gesture thank you

edc;
Benchmade #943 Osborne 7 3/4: open, 3.2" blade, 530V steel, 2.8oz
truly a one handed knife

have a Microtech Tachyon ll 154MC steel, Ti handles......incredible blade too big to carry 4.8oz too

have Spydercos and Kershaws......going with Benchmade.....way better steel
love the Spyderco ceramic stones