Does this SOG knife have the high polish black finish like the Agency? I've seen some that do and some that don't. How well does the TiNi finish last?
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I dont know about the Agency. This knife is not polished black, its more like flat black, and it will wear off the very first time you use the knife on your camping trip. By the way , this knife can only be used for chopping. This knife does not cut, it came very sharp out the box, but because of the very thick blade at the edge and the angle the edge is sharpen you wont even cut a tomato with this knife. It doesn't cut or slice. It can only chop or stab. It is heavy, good quality and very, very durable, but absolutely useless while gutting a fish.
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http://www.sogknives.com/snarl.html lots of info you asked and much more about the knife. I use it daily for out and about. Love it.
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It has a tail rat tang but even when it is not a full tang it is very solid. I bought mine in 2011 and I have used it plenty of times and even when it is not as pretty as it was when it was new (it has scratches in the blade and a couple of nicks on the handle) it is still my favorite knife. I have bought other knives since but after the fever of the new toy goes away they go to the display cabinet and my buck goes back to my field bag. Here is a YouTube link that you might like to see. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ElXM1S_eKmw&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DElXM1S_eKmw
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On one of the youtube videos he talks about the polishing tapes which gives you the mirror type finishes. Apparently not so great on kitchen knives on which the micro serration is desired, however desired on hunting knives and makes them wear better. Haven't gotten one yet but it is on my list.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0OdxC7pV9Q&list;=PLA404D3C236E74F13&index;=8
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I asked this question to sales associate at a Fergusion Showroom. They said 1 is the older finish that is being phased out and the other is the newer finish - sorry I can't remember - I think the artic was less shiny - but they were very similar. The artic stainless on the Cassidy some may think is a little more like brushed nickel - we a very happy.
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For durability, yes this is the one. I suspect the other, cheaper ones are lighter, but this one is real mil-spec and is not phased by rocks or roots. I think I would have a hard time breaking this if I tried. After all the regular abuse I have put it through this season, the finish is completly worn off the bottom third of the blade, but there are no gauges in the surface or chips in the edge. It does rust were the metal is bare, so keep it dry and oiled.BTW, I highly recomend a hori hori garden knife for metal detecting. Most of the ones with wood handles are of decent quality(the sheaths are not, however). They are great for digging small holes less than a foot down. For durability, yes this is the one. I suspect the other, cheaper ones are lighter, but this one is real mil-spec and is not phased by rocks or roots. I think I would have a hard time breaking this if I tried. After all the regular abuse I have put it through this season, the finish is completly worn off the bottom third of the blade, but there are no gauges in the surface or chips in the edge. It does rust were the metal is bare, so keep it dry and oiled.BTW, I highly recomend a hori hori garden knife for metal detecting. Most of the ones with wood handles are of decent quality(the sheaths... » Read More For durability, yes this is the one. I suspect the other, cheaper ones are lighter, but this one is real mil-spec and is not phased by rocks or roots. I think I would have a hard time breaking this if I tried. After all the regular abuse I have put it through this season, the finish is completly worn off the bottom third of the blade, but there are no gauges in the surface or chips in the edge. It does rust were the metal is bare, so keep it dry and oiled.BTW, I highly recomend a hori hori garden knife for metal detecting. Most of the ones with wood handles are of decent quality(the sheaths are not, however). They are great for digging small holes less than a foot down. « Show Less
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I personally prefer the stainless blade. It doesn't take much to mess up the black covering and the knife looks ratty. But with the stainless it always looks good!
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Under the "2" stars review, see what I wrote about the sheath. Looks to be the same knife. Purchased my a few years ago. Could be the wrong pic, I see they make a "black" version now. "Noir" could be the "Wilderness" or since they now have a "Noir" they could have labeled the stainless one the "Wilderness" if not purchased through the Hedgehog website. Again, looks to be the same knife from the pic I see. I do not remember if mine had the 7500 designation or not. If so it could be a different knife. Hope that helps.
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Since chrome doesn't tarnish... no. Like any chrome surface though, over time the chrome plating will come off eventually. I've had mine for about six months now (I think?) and I'm not easy/gentle on my stuff...it still looks great, though the "PARKER" insignia wore off very, very quickly (cheaply printed on the handle). Doesn't matter though, it is still a great, quality handle with high quality hairs. I've used other silver tip brushes that started "shedding" a month after use... every once and awhile (daily shaver) I'll see a hair come out of this one but it's very rare. Since chrome doesn't tarnish... no. Like any chrome surface though, over time the chrome plating will come off eventually. I've had mine for about six months now (I think?) and I'm not easy/gentle on my stuff...it still looks great, though the "PARKER" insignia wore off very, very quickly (cheaply printed on the handle). Doesn't matter though, it is still a great, quality handle with high quality hairs. I've used other silver tip brushes that started "shedding" a month after use... every once and awhile (daily shaver) I'll see a hair come out of this one but it's very rare.
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The one you will receive will look exactly like the website. When I ordered mine I noticed the same thing, but the knife I received is exactly like the pictures on the SOG website.
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The black SRK is SK5 steel which is a carbon steel easier to sharpen than stainless steel but won't stay as sharp will rust the one without the coating is San Mai III which is a higher quality stainless steel stay sharp longer won't rust as easily but harder to sharpen I'd go with San Mai III
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Its made of 420 stainless. Hold an edge like you would believe. I also have the SOG tomohawk. It is great for the second Axe. It does with a!quick release sheath. Check it out, they complent each other.
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It's not high polish, looks more like the brad blasted that gerber use for a while. It does rust if I don't treat it. Inactually started using turtle wax on it after cleaning and that keeps it blemish free.
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Yes, I believe it is, very well balanced. You can double check me though if you go to the SOG website and check the specs on that knife. Love it!!! Hope this helps.
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I have only had one very old Spyderco Delica knife that had a black clip. I believe this one has a silver clip, but check with Spyderco company to be sure. Joe
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Hello Kim, this is a tough knife made with black oxide materials, and it does resist corrossion pretty well in wet weather. However, we do recommend to keep the knife clean to maintain its life spend. Hope this helps. Many blessings, BlizeTec
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kabars are pretty good in my opinion theyre too plain for me personally but they are good knives. i like sogs better im out camping in all weather every weekend and ive had my sog for quite a while and its still in perfect condition. the grn handle fits my taste too im not a fan of leather wrapped like the marine kabar knife because i had one that the handle got waterlogges and started to flake and chip away. still a strong knife just the handle started going bad after a while. sog is my recommendation unless you have money for higher quality knives such as tops. zt. etc...