Chinook - plain edge or partly serrated?

[Jeff/1911]

Folks,



I decided awhile back that my future knives would be all plain edges but...



I may buy a Chinook in the next while and there is one in stock at my local shop with the combo edge. Seeing this as a possible "do-everything hard use camp knife" it seems that maybe the combo edge might not be a bad choice, considering that there is a fair bit of plain edge along the front with this design.



So, whattya' think?



Jeff.

[Sword and Shield]

It all depends on the usage of the blade. If cutting tough stuff like rope is in your future, grab a 50-50 and a 204. You will definitely need both with CPM440V!

If the knife will be more of a slicer(food prep, cleaning fish/game, etc.), go for plain edge, as this is a little better for fine work.

Keepin' it real...real sharp, that is.

[Jeff/1911]

S&S,

I have the Sharpmaker already. I am actually having some trouble figuring out just what I might use the Chinook for at all. I already find myself in a big dilemma when trying to select between my plain edge Military, serrated Military or plain edge Wegner when I am heading outdoors, as it is now. Nice problem to have, huh?

As an all around blade, perhaps the combo edge will do alright.

Jeff/1911.

[scolby]

Jeff - it is a pretty hard use camp folder. The one thing it can do that others can't is the very clip point is perfect for flipping steaks on an open grill.

I am not partial to serrated blades. However, I typically carry a serrated Snap-It for those must-have-serrations duties. Very light, and I hardly ever use it.

RE: Military/Wegner/Chinook - Having had all three, I sold my Wegner as I did not like the treatment of the G-10. I look forward to the Ocelot in this regard. On the Millie vs. the Chinook, I would have to say the Millie is probably more versatile and a purer cutter for camp chores, but I find the Chinook to have the edge on "feel in the hand".

"Chance favors the prepared mind" - Louis Pasteur

[Jeff/1911]

Scolby,

Thanks for your response. Interesting idea about the Chinook's point being good for flipping steaks...I can see myself using it for that purpose alright. I am also partial to plain edges, however I thought perhaps if I were to get the combination edge version of this knife it might fill a niche that others don't. I think I like the idea of a plain edge better anyway, amd I'm pretty sure I'll be happier with this variety in the long run. I do prefer the looks of the plain edge one.

Just looking for a little justification to run down to my local shop and buy the partly serrated model they have as an impulsive purchase, I suppose.

Thanks, Jeff/1911.

Edited by - Jeff/1911 on 12/6/2001 10:08:03 PM

[Tightwad]

Jeff, In time you will find that impulse leads to dissatisfaction
with what you own. It is always much better to decide what it is
you really want ( listen to that little voice we all have) and then
do what you know is right for YOU. If it's to be plain adge then
buy plain edge. Don't conjure up reasons to own what you don't
really want. It ain't worth it mate. It aint' worth it at all.

[Jeff/1911]

Tightwad,

I appreciate your advice. In fact, I was thinking the same thing this morning. The knife in question is not cheap, so I know that I would be annoyed at myself if I were to choose hastily.

I do prefer the plain edge design, both in use and in appearance so that's what I'll hold out for.

Cheers, Jeff.

[Jeff/1911]

Folks,

Well, so much for calculated decisions...

I went to the aforementioned store today and bought the combo edge Chinook! After all that rambling too!

I went and handled the knife and was unable to leave without it. Likely if there had been a plain edge model in stock, that's the one I would've ended up with but it was going to be a long time before they got one in. Hell, I can always go buy the plain edge model too, if I decide to later on. I think this will be a good choice for an "all-arounder". The combo edge on this knife is closer to a 70/30 (pe/serrated) than a 50/50 anyway. I don't know why they call it that (50/50). I think that there is likely lots of useable pe on here, with a nice belly.

Jeff/1911.

Edited by - Jeff/1911 on 12/7/2001 10:46:50 PM