is it a hard step up from a blade mcx2
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Yes, that's a pretty big jump. The mcx2 is a coaxial and so will be very stable in the air and will return to a stable hover if you release the cyclic (assuming the throttle is set correctly for a hover). The Nano is a different beast entirely. For one thing, it isn't stable in the air and won't hold a steady hover for more than a few seconds, if at all. If you push the cycle in one direction, the copter will continue in that direction until you give opposite cyclic. Holding a steady hover requires many tiny cyclic inputs a second. I would recommend getting a good sim first and learn to fly 6-channel collective pitch copters in the sim before ever buying your first real one. Yes, that's a pretty big jump. The mcx2 is a coaxial and so will be very stable in the air and will return to a stable hover if you release the cyclic (assuming the throttle is set correctly for a hover). The Nano is a different beast entirely. For one thing, it isn't stable in the air and won't hold a steady hover for more than a few seconds, if at all. If you push the cycle in one direction, the copter will continue in that direction until you give opposite cyclic. Holding a steady hover requires many tiny cyclic inputs a second. I would recommend getting a good sim first and learn to fly... » Read More Yes, that's a pretty big jump. The mcx2 is a coaxial and so will be very stable in the air and will return to a stable hover if you release the cyclic (assuming the throttle is set correctly for a hover). The Nano is a different beast entirely. For one thing, it isn't stable in the air and won't hold a steady hover for more than a few seconds, if at all. If you push the cycle in one direction, the copter will continue in that direction until you give opposite cyclic. Holding a steady hover requires many tiny cyclic inputs a second. I would recommend getting a good sim first and learn to fly 6-channel collective pitch copters in the sim before ever buying your first real one. « Show Less
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I guess hard depends on how comfortable with flying. The mcx2 is very stable and if you let your hands off the sticks it will fall back into a hover. The nano is more of an advances heli with collective pitch and if not as stable as the mcx2. A better next step might be the mSR. Its a fixed pitch heli and it is more stable than the Nano. And the answer before mine is right on the money. A sim is invaluable in learning how to fly. I hope this helps
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Depends on your purpose. The rat1 is better steel with a flat ground blade that is designed for camp chores. The spyderco has g10 scales, is lighter, it will open more quickly (the rat1 is smooth but a wee bit awkward compared to my endura), and the blade geometry might be better for Edc tasks.
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Yes, the 2 feels a lot heavier in the hand. I had both the 2 and 10, until I deemed them both unsuitable for my survival style; the 2, well, because although indestructible, it's extremely heavy; and the 10 because, well, it's a shorter version of the 9, which happens to be my favorite. If you want an honest opinion from an avid survivalist and military veteran, the perfect combo is the 9 with a 16 or 17. That's all you really need. But, if you just want one good survival knife that can do it all, go with the 10 or 7. The 2 is just too much steel. Besides, all the Beckers are pretty much indestructible. The only thing the 2 could specialize in compared to the others is prying, but you shouldn't be prying with knives anyhow.
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They both have a DX4e transmitter. If your skill level is good, I would recommend starting with the Blade Nano cpx. If this is your first Collective pitch help, get this one first. This one is bigger, so it will not be as touchy to the controls as the blade nano cox. I have both and the Blade Nano cpx burns motors quick. If you get the blade nano cpx, get a Horizon Hobby brush less upgrade for it. The Blade Nano cox is almost Indestructible. I crashed it so many times and it still flies. The blade MCPx has tail blowout problems and is a little less powerful in stock form, You are more likely to break stuff on the MCPX. You should probably get a DX6i if you plan on staying in this hobby. With this, you can adjust almost anyrhing. I find the pitch not enough on the DX4e for me to do 3d flying while on the Blade Nano cpx, it is adequate. If you get this rtf, enable the expo on the DX4e. You can see how to do it on my review of this helicopter. That expo is makes the heli have a mushy feeling and it is not the best. Believe it or not, I am still flying with the DX4e. I will upgrade yo DX6i soon.
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"hard" is relative. It works well for Gerber steel but VG10 is a bit different. Hard steel will take longer. For that kind of blade steel you probably want a sharpener that has a carbide side and a ceramic side. You can do it, but it'll take a while.
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It is quite a bit lighter - i just took my BDM0001 into Sur La Table today to test teh difference. Ended up just replacing the blade on my 0001 vs replacing it with newer version...
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I have one as well as a X7 Phenom, and a Custom 98 Platinum, if you are a scenerio player or a beginner this is a great gun for you solid body, extremely upgradable, and easy to maintain, and it preforms great right out of the package. The extra rails are handy for things like red dot lasers or flashlights but you will probably only get those if you are more into scenerio games, really the only 2 immediate upgrades I would get would be the cyclone Hopper and an e-trigger (NOT the response trigger) and maybe an Apex 2 barrel.
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Please check the specs for the types of blades included with the unit. I have not changed them, but from what I have read, and what I can see, the blades seem very easy to change.
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The BK2 has a heavier blade than the Blackbird, making it more suited for heavy tasks such as chopping. The BK2's blade is also thicker than the Blackbird's, making the Blackbird more suited for fine tasks such as making feather sticks. The BK2 can be used to produce sparks from flint or chirt because the blade is carbon steel, and it's easier to sharpen in the field. The stainless steel blade of the Blackbird is lower maintenance and will hold it's edge longer, but may be more difficult to sharpen. The Blackbird comes with Micarta handles which are nicer than the black grivory handles on the BK2, and sheath that comes with the Blackbird; though generic and sloppy, is more versatile. I think the pros and cons of each knife make them more or less equall, so it boils down to personal preference. I chose the BK2 because I wanted the heavy work horse. Oh, there's also a bit of price difference. The BK2 is less expensive, the trade off for the cheaper sheath and handles, I suppose.
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I hear that everyone's quality is different. Some are sharp enough to do all that, some are not. Mine wasn't particularly sharp, but it was a pretty sturdy blade.
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I dont have anything to compare it to, but this is my first, and I find it almost hard to cut myself. You almost have to try to get a nick. The shave is closer than anything else ive ever tried as well. I bought this razor because people on several forums said it was less aggressive than a lot of other razors and is good to learn on, but with how good the shave is, I dont see any reason I would ever switch to anything else.
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Blade mower is much better when cutting thick grass and when the lawn is essentially flat. This mower struggles in areas where grass is thick.But this mower cut as well as any electric trimmer/edger without tiring your arms and shoulder. I love it because I have a rocky and uneven lawn which is impossible for blade mower. Battery is decent - I have five of them because of possessing other Black & Decker cordless equipments - more than enough to finish my lawn.
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For me it's all about the sharpness of the blade. I think Derby and Astra blades are very close in performance. Buy the derby if you like the container.
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not very hard at all, just take your time and don't try to grind off to much at a time. if you are grinding mulching blades be sure to get the mulching blade adapter.
774402
Yes it is, but it is stiff when you get it. Just work it out as often as you can. It's a nice knife.
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They both have good steel. The first uses VG-1 steel which has a very hard core, the second uses AUS8A which is very slightly less hard. Pick the one in your price range, with the color you like. One caveat many black blades get marred with use and the inner steel shows through.
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I own three 1095cv Beckers including the BK 14. They sharpen really easily. D2 is known to be more difficult to put an edge on it (once it's on, it's there for a while). If you have to maintain your knife in the field 1095cv is the better (and cheaper) option. Wet, damp conditions will give the D2 the advantage (and less maintenance-based on other D2 knives I have owned)