favorite online knife merchants

[Michael Cook]

:spyder: :spyder: :spyder:
Due to excellent customer service I've only ever bought my :spyder: 's from NGK and the spyderco store. What online stores do you find fair and reputable?
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[Easyrider]

I have used 1sks and Knife Outlet with great results.


Don't forget SFO, I bought my Salsa from them and they were great!

[greencobra]

I use Sawyers Cutlery. They have a store and web site or on ebay under the name razoesharpknife.

[vass]

www.knivkompaniet.se based in stockholm sweden, a store and a website :)

[STR]

I try to give as much business to Fred at the knifeoutlet as possible. He has been very fair to me in the past. When it comes to Spydercos though, I usually buy from newgraham.com

[boxer93]

for disco'd spydies I use John F Jensen www.johnfjensen.com For new I also use NGK.
Chris

[Nicky]

NGK All the way. Unfortunately they don't run enough discontinued model but this is the price of success. :cool:

[aquaboy420]

Hey all,

At the risk of sounding like an echo I'd have to say NGK all the way.

-greg

[Senate]

Bestknives.com is great for internationnal customer service, if you see what I mean ;)

[mikewww]

I have used Spyderco outlet, and NGK, but the best service for me is a local firm called Gadget Man (www.gadgetman.co.za).

Mike

[The Deacon]

The ones I've done the most business with have all been mentioned. I've had excellent results dealing with NGK, Sawyers, JFJ and SFO. And, although somewhat more specialized, I've found Santa Fe Stoneworks and its owner Bill Wirtel a pleasure to deal with as well.

[Mr Blonde]

NGK is great, mainly for their service. You can tell there's a spydieknut or two behind that website! Spyderco online ordering is also very good.

In Europe, toolshop.de is highly recommended. Again, mostly for the range of products and service. But lately I've had good dealings with Holland Knives, a Dutch specialty dealer! :D

Wouter

[thenick]

www.worldwideknives.com

some of the knives are a little bit more expansive than at NGK but as they don't put the actual price of the item on customs declarations, it's less expansive by 15-20% overall

[bell]

NGK all the way. Love the bandaids.

[HoB]

Ever since I found out, that NGK is willing to procure even items for me that are not on their webpage, I don't really need to look around anymore. NGK all the way.

[liltemp1]

I am also happy with NGK, I enjoy speaking with Mike and all the others there, very helpfull, courteous, and knowledgable. Thanks Mike.

[samosaurus]

My vote goes out to the SFO and NGK! :D

Sam

[Michael Cook]

interesting that almost all of the Americans here use NGK or the SFO. I would have guessed more variety :o

[dragn_flame]

Thought I would add another
http://www.1stknightswords.com/
I just bought 3 Lil Temps for a great price here
they did have a couple left
Btw they have a good sale going on till the end of the month, if ya don't see what you wanted listed, they have a phone # to call
tom

[spyderknut]

New Graham and Razorsharp. I have had no problems with them. :)

I have had trouble with East County guns on Ebay. I am currently having problems with Flames-n-knives. :mad:

[greencobra]

I am currently having problems with Flames-n-knives. :mad:
You're not the first to experience that recently. Somethings up, ya think?

As far as New Graham, although I've never used them yet, I will say I've never seen a dealer so beloved by it's customers. It's not just here on the SpyderForums, but EVERY knife forum. And I'm thinking, I've never seen a negative comment either, not one. That's some record! I hope to use them in the near future. I'm sure they are proud of the hard won reputation.

OK New Graham, you can send the knife you promised for saying that to..... :D (JUST TEASING) :D

[ghostrider]

spyderknut,

I've bought from flams-n-knives before. What trouble are you having?

[spyderknut]

spyderknut,

I've bought from flams-n-knives before. What trouble are you having?

I only got three out of 4 knives I ordered and now get no response despite 4 or 5 emails over the past week!

[greencobra]

I only got three out of 4 knives I ordered and now get no response despite 4 or 5 emails over the past week!
I'd bet they get a ton of e-mail each week with the volume of sales they have. Maybe a call would be in order. It's been just recently that folks started experiencing problems....wrong orders, overdue shipping. Could be something as simple as new employees in the shipping area.

[spyderknut]

I looked earlier and again now. I cannot find a phone number listed on either their website nor on their Ebay listings. I may have overlooked it. If anyone knows a number for F-n-K, please let me know.

[edzag]

I've bought from BestKnives several times but 2 last times began to buy from NGK and like thei service very much. They are great.
Ed

[Gerard Breuker]

Spyderknut,

No phone number but maybe posting on the F&K forum could help.

[emann]

I bought my first knife from NGK the other day, a Spyderco Native. I couldn't believe how fast it got to me. I ordered it off of there website on Sunday night and it arrived on Wednesday morning. I like how they give you a choice other then using UPS also, as I prefer using the USPS. I highly recommend them.

[Dave568]

I've ordered from NGK twice so far, and now I'm regretting not ordering from them on my most recent purchase. I decided to buy from an ebay merchant to save a few dollars, and now after 2 weeks I haven't received the item or any response from the seller, autoparts44. I ordered a Sharpmaker with video for about $10 less than NGK sells them for, but I can say now that the $10 extra is more than made up for by the prompt shipping and excellent customer service...

[clovisc]

john jensen, NGK, and knifesite.com are my favorites. knifesite.com tells you how many of each knife are in their inventory... comes in handy when you're trying to decide when exactly to buy a knife that may not be around too much longer...

[CKE]

I try to buy locally(in Canada) but I have ordered from SFO with great service and I have ordered two Striders from Blueline Gear and had great service there as well.

[greencobra]

now after 2 weeks I haven't received the item or any response from the seller, autoparts44.
What's that they say about a name, Dave? You should have just bought tires from old autoparts44 and left it at that. :rolleyes:

[spyderknut]

Steve Hamilton of Flames-n-knives replied to me today admitting fault and apologized for the delay in returning my emails. I'll let you know when the missing knife (Gunting trainer) arrives.

[ghostrider]

Steve Hamilton of Flames-n-knives replied to me today admitting fault and apologized for the delay in returning my emails. I'll let you know when the missing knife (Gunting trainer) arrives.
I only ordered from them once. It's good to know he returned your email.

Hope it turns out well for you.

[WORKER#9]

Steve Hamilton of Flames-n-knives replied to me today admitting fault and apologized for the delay in returning my emails. I'll let you know when the missing knife (Gunting trainer) arrives.

I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AND JUST DECIDED TO EMAIL 10X A DAY AND I FINALLY GOT A RESPONSE AND MY KNIFE A FEW DAYS LATER. HE WORKED IT OUT. I THINK HE NEEDS AN ASSISTANT AS HE MAY JUST BE TO BUSY, IT WAS NOT THIS WAY IN THE PAST. #9

[KeithM]

NGK is #1, but I've also had good dealings with knivesplus.com and knifeworks.com.

For about a year, though, the vast majority of my purchases have been from the local knife store, River's Edge in Columbus, Ohio. Great guys.

[AllenETreat]

Here's some of the one's I've used -

www.BestKnives.com


www.NewGraham.com


www.JohnFJensen.com


www.KnifeCenter.com


Not necessarily in that order ; for some good prices also check out Mike
@ BestKnives.com. Straying away from :spyder: a bit I once bought a
Microtech CE Kestrel for $99.95 ( when he had that sale ).

New Graham has a nice touch with that band aid dispenser they throw in
( you'll need them, says the dispenser :D )

AET :D

[wesmalo]

I would suggest you try

The Bright Edge. (thebrightedge.com)


Bob Bartoli is one of the good guys when it comes to knives.

[Zwaplat]

www.wolfster.de , Germany. Great shopkeeper, good prices for Europe (knife prices in Belgium and the Netherlands are HORRIBLE). But I want Balisongs too, and for that I have to go to France :(.

[dani]

www.wolfster.de , Germany. Great shopkeeper, good prices for Europe

...but very bad for the USA. I have to buy on ebay by Flames-n-knives. He always gives me a great service!

Is NGK good for an international order?

[Senate]

Is NGK good for an international order?

yes, they're good and they'll answer your questions, even before you buy anything, that's a good sign... :)

bestknives.com is great too.

[Senate]

www.wolfster.de , Germany. Great shopkeeper, good prices for Europe (knife prices in Belgium and the Netherlands are HORRIBLE). But I want Balisongs too, and for that I have to go to France :(.

don't buy balisongs in France they're horribly expensive, start shopping in the US! :)
see my post above ;)

[dani]

yes, they're good and they'll answer your questions, even before you buy anything, that's a good sign... :)

bestknives.com is great too.

Merci beaucoup! ;)

[spyderknut]

I got the Gunting trainer last week. Finally. Flames-n-knives ships (to me) in envelopes. My Gunting trainer box was crushed on one end. F-n-k is not my favorite dealer. :(

[steeldust]

I'm not the greatest surfer. Can anyone give me the link to NGK for spyderco's? I found New Graham Knife, Is that it? Thanks for your help! :)

[The Deacon]

Yes Steeldust,
New Graham (http://www.newgraham.com/index.html) is the place. Mike and Mary Beth are a joy to do business with. And, assuming you're in the USA, for discontinued models it's worth giving John Jensen's (http://www.johnfjensen.com/acatalog/catalog.php?category=%20%20Spyderco%20Knives) list a look, as a distributor, he only sells "retired" models and "older" versions of some current ones, but has some you hardly ever see anywhere else.

[Andyjd]

NGK gets my vote...delivery expected today :D

[gordonk]

For online ordering, I've used Knifecenter a fair amount, with good success. After getting a couple of things seized earlier this year, I've been using Knifezone up here. Not necessarily the fastest or cheapest, but I can get just about anything. Pauline is a gem to deal with :D If I'm phoning for stock availability locally, Target and Cutting Edge are great to deal with.

- gord

[Vincent]

1. Knifecenter
2. Knifeworks
3. Grand Parie Knives
4. SFO
5. Knife site
6. 888 knives r us
7. new graham knives
8. eknifeworks
9. 1sks

[boxer93]

Yes Steeldust,
New Graham (http://www.newgraham.com/index.html) is the place. Mike and Mary Beth are a joy to do business with. And, assuming you're in the USA, for discontinued models it's worth giving John Jensen's (http://www.johnfjensen.com/acatalog/catalog.php?category=%20%20Spyderco%20Knives) list a look, as a distributor, he only sells "retired" models and "older" versions of some current ones, but has some you hardly ever see anywhere else.
Ditto. I am waiting for a package from JFJ to complete my G10 colors :D
Chris

[Titus]

My favorite dealers are gpknives.com and www.islandblades.com .

[Ritt]

Another vote for Sawyers, (or razorsharpknife on ebay). Quick shipping and reasonable shipping costs, and I find it tough to beat their prices. It's too bad to hear that people are having trouble with flamesnknives, I've had several good deals with them in the past, but no transactions recently. Sounds like their customer service may have fell victim to increased business.

[jaislandboy]

I'll second Titus' picks as well as NGK and JFJ.

[glockintosh]

Never ordered from NGK yet, but it sounds like I'll have to give them a try!

Razorsharpknife on 3Bay has some good prices on Spydercos. I got my SOG Flash II from them and they were very quick, courteous and the price was very decent. I may order a Paramilitary from them sometime soon.

http://feedback.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewFeedback&userid=razorsharpknife&item=6550909835&iid=6550909835&frm=1742

My favorite is the Spyderco specials page. Man! Some deals can be had. That is where I got my (two) Ronins (at that price, I couldn't resist!)

Glockintosh

[Andyjd]

JFJ has some interesting knives! ta Deacon :)

[johns]

I'm sure this is a dumb question but who is SFO ?

[Senate]

I'm sure this is a dumb question but who is SFO ?
SFO stands for Spyderco Factory Outlet store and no question is dumb on this forum :)

[johns]

Thanks on both counts :)

[steeldust]

I have purchased 4 knives from ebay's razorsharpknife (Sawyer's Cutlery) From payment to my door in Arizona in 3 days! So far these guys are the best I have used. Hard to beat fast, low priced, and reliable!

[EarthDog]

I usually buy from our great local shop, Knives-A-Lot, but I have ordered from SFO and 1SKS and can recommend both.

[WORKER#9]

I WOULD SAY WWW.STEELADDICTIONKNIVES.COM IS ONE OF THE BEST OUT THERE BUT PRICES ARE HIGH AS MOSTLY CUSTOMS, BUT SERVICE IS EXCELLENT. WORKER

[FRIZ]

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