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[EK20]

Ordered the Izula

You're going to love it! Where did you order it from?

[chris@revotechnik]

You're going to love it! Where did you order it from?

not you mommas knives or something like that out of texas

The websites for any local stores/dealers were shut down so didn't want to risk not ordering only to find out after work they really were out of business when I tried to go there in person. Tried to support local businesses but oh well.

There was a place in TN that had it but they wanted 15 bucks for 7-10 day shipping from 200 miles away????

place I got it from was 10 bucks less had it in stock and it was 16 bucks for second day. Think it came out to 77 shipped with the accessory kit, seemed that was the only way people had it in stock not just the blade and sheath. accessory kit showed it came with some cord to wrap the kit but not sure what color, have some black at home so probably wrap it in black to go with the black blade.

[jollyrodgers]

just got my izula in the mail(the "safety orange" one). thing is sweet been waiting for something to cut but so far nothing. when i get home i may have to have a steak or something lol

[Visheau]

this thread inspired me, I ordered a SOG Trident today, the tiger striped model, partially serrated blade. Ordered through the Online Exchange with a coupon code for a grand total of 44.95, msrp is about $115.

Now I wait...

[panzer 2.3]

just got my izula in the mail(the "safety orange" one). thing is sweet been waiting for something to cut but so far nothing. when i get home i may have to have a steak or something lol

this thread inspired me, I ordered a SOG Trident today, the tiger striped model, partially serrated blade. Ordered through the Online Exchange with a coupon code for a grand total of 44.95, msrp is about $115.

Now I wait...

Some good purchases

[Roketdriver]

I keep looking at the Cold Steel Recon, but I REALLY want a waved folder.



And they do wave some blades now, a-la new AK-47 and some Espada models.

[chris@revotechnik]

UPS has come and gone, no confirmation email that it ever shipped. So much for paying more for second day!

Anyone have a suggestion for a reliable source of ESEE knives?

[EK20]

Anyone have a suggestion for a reliable source of ESEE knives?

http://www.the-knife-connection.com/eseeknives.html

But only buy from them if you want your order in two days. That's with free shipping too!

[chris@revotechnik]

Thanks ordered from there. Since they ship usps gives saturday delivery a chance, just had it sent to my parents since they live near WF. If I miss it they can just forward it down to me and I'll grab something local up there.

Original company still not answering phone, still not responding to emails.. at least it seems no charges were actually applied just a pre-auth so hopefully it doesn't go through or I'm gonna stab someone.. oh wait I don't have a knife

[EK20]

You'll have a knife in two days, so stab them then.

[Roketdriver]

I'm currently "Building" my own knife. It started life as a 7$ throwing knife that was literally dipped in black paint and wrapped with cheapo paracord. I've stripped the paint, given it a slight polish and I'm currently working on getting it sharp and doing something better than the quick leather wrap handle I did. The steel is pretty dang hard. Works great for splitting wood, but it's too dull at the moment to do any fine work. Anyone interested in seeing it?

[dubstyl]

Hey Dubstyl --- is that a TAD Gear Fastpack I spy in your first pic? I just sold off a Fastpack LITE --- nice freakin' pack though I never really used it.

Yep, Fastpack edc. It's a great pack and I use it a lot.





Oh, it's hard not to order ESEEs when you see pics, sorry!

[EK20]

I'm currently "Building" my own knife. It started life as a 7$ throwing knife that was literally dipped in black paint and wrapped with cheapo paracord. I've stripped the paint, given it a slight polish and I'm currently working on getting it sharp and doing something better than the quick leather wrap handle I did. The steel is pretty dang hard. Works great for splitting wood, but it's too dull at the moment to do any fine work. Anyone interested in seeing it?

Post it up.

[patrikman]

The CRKT M-16 can be had pretty cheap, there are a ton of different versions out there.

Depending on where you buy, you can get an ESEE Izula for under 50$

I like the M16, the ESEE is a no go. Here are some more criteria:

-EDC knife - combo blade would be preferred but a good straight would be cool too
-must be a folder because of EDC
- 3" blade or less (WI knife laws are less than standardized)
-looking to spend less than $50 each at the very most, would prefer $30-$40
-don't really care about brand, but service/warranty/quality is a must.

I've been looking at :

-Gerber Paraframe (my edc)
-H&K Ally
-SOG SOGzilla small
-Spyderco Tenacious


I am leaning towards the Ally for price and features in addition to the Benchmade rep for quality.

[EK20]

-must be a folder because of EDC

Because you can't legally EDC fixed blades there or just because?

[patrikman]

Because you can't legally EDC fixed blades there or just because?

folders are smaller and more convenient.

I forgot, also looking at the Benchmade Vex.

[Roketdriver]

Now I'm looking at the Eskabar, cross breed between the Becker Necker and the Izula. Slightly Larger.... Looks pretty nice to me. Considerably cheaper too.

[EK20]

I haven't heard many people not complain about Beckers sheaths, Eskabar included. The Izula (really all ESEE knives) definitely has the better sheath, fit and finish, and even the heat treat I have heard many say is better. An alarming number of brand new, never used Eskabars have been shipping bent. Not that I haven't been considering an Eskabar, but I would definitely have a custom Kydex sheath made for it. The Eskabar really is more like an ESEE-3 with the handle from the Izula.

[Roketdriver]

I haven't heard many people not complain about Beckers sheaths, Eskabar included. The Izula (really all ESEE knives) definitely has the better sheath, fit and finish, and even the heat treat I have heard many say is better. An alarming number of brand new, never used Eskabars have been shipping bent. Not that I haven't been considering an Eskabar, but I would definitely have a custom Kydex sheath made for it. The Eskabar really is more like an ESEE-3 with the handle from the Izula.

Didn't hear about them shipping bent... quality control?

Also interesting note on the heat treat. Does that greatly affect how the knife performs? I want something I can beat on, if they break/bend easily I might as well go back to looking at the Izula or R3.

[EK20]

Didn't hear about them shipping bent... quality control?

Also interesting note on the heat treat. Does that greatly affect how the knife performs? I want something I can beat on, if they break/bend easily I might as well go back to looking at the Izula or R3.

I would think it's a quality control issue. Why it's happening in the first place is beyond me though.

Most people probably wouldn't even notice any difference in the heat treat so it's not a big deal ultimately. I wouldn't worry about breaking the Escabar, and if you do, I've heard that Becker will treat you right. Definitely make sure the grinds are nice and even. I know of at least one person who had an uneven grind on one side of the blade and no grind at all on the other side. So aside from a bent knife, crappy sheath, and uneven grinds, there shouldn't be too many other potential issues popping up.

[Elbows]

F you guys...just ordered an ESEE-3 (gave in and got an orange one without the special pommel - it was out of stock)...

[xjzhx]

ESEEs are AWESOME! I've got an Izula and an ESEE 6. Love them both. There are more ESEEs in my future. I can feel it.

Oh and EK20, I see you've ventured over to Bladeforums. Nice to see a familiar face (username) over there.

[EK20]

Yeah, I lurked over there for a while and then decided to sign up and start posting. I don't post much there anymore since ESEE left BF.

I'm also over on ESEEs forum as well with the same screen name.

[EK20]

F you guys...just ordered an ESEE-3 (gave in and got an orange one without the special pommel - it was out of stock)...

You're going to love it. The 3 is one of my favorites.

[patrikman]

I think I am going to order a half dozen of the H&K Allys. They seem to have really good reviews and I like how small and low profile they are, seem to be a really good EDC and camping knife. I wanted some Benchamde really bad, but I can't spend that much and these seem to have glowing reviews everywhere I look. I hope these guys really like them.

[VDubby18]

Just got myself a Spyderco Military, and I am liking it so far.



Cut through some 2, 2.5, and 5 inch fire hose and supply line at the fire station like butter. After one guy told me it wouldn't cut through the 5 inch line.

[oempls]

Great thread. Motivated me to order some new goodies for and upcoming deployment to Afghan.

[chris@revotechnik]

http://www.the-knife-connection.com/eseeknives.html

But only buy from them if you want your order in two days. That's with free shipping too!

Just wanted to say that The Knife Connection came through. Ordered wednesday morning and knife was waiting for me friday morning at my parents house up in NJ in time for waterfest and my camping trip.

Thanks for the tip, will use them again.

Loved the ESEE, was a car camping trip so didn't use it as much as I would like but at least gave me something to have in my right front pocket that was feeling empty without the kel-tec.

[xjzhx]

Just ordered a Zero Tolerance 0200... I. Can't. Wait.

[EK20]

Just wanted to say that The Knife Connection came through. Ordered wednesday morning and knife was waiting for me friday morning at my parents house up in NJ in time for waterfest and my camping trip.

Thanks for the tip, will use them again.

Loved the ESEE, was a car camping trip so didn't use it as much as I would like but at least gave me something to have in my right front pocket that was feeling empty without the kel-tec.

Excellent news!

[Elbows]

Ordered mine Thursday - didn't show up today, hoping for tomorrow.

[EK20]

It's been a while since something sharp has showed up in the mail. I should whittle down my "Knives To Buy" list some in the next few weeks. I have six more colors of Izzys to buy, some Desert Tan ESEE-3 and 4, an ESEE-5, and ESEE-6, some Beckers, and probably a few BRKTs as well. The list will never shrink I fear.

[Elbows]

Got the 3 in the mail today - very nice lookin' knife. Love the handle, and perfect shape size. I think I'll get one more 4 and be happy with ESEE. Overall lookin' good.

[FlashRedGLS1.8T]

Lost my Kershaw Scallion...don't know where...but it's gone. Anyone have a good recommendation for a similar replacement?

I like the Scallion's size.

[2.FOH!!]

The SOG Twitch II is popular. It's ~ the same price, although the blade is
1/2" longer than the Scallion IIRC.

The Benchmade Mini Griptilian is a fine knife, although it's slightly larger as well.
It is higher up the price scale.

I'm a Spyderco fan boy, so there's always the Dragonfly or Delica.