Anyone have a 484 Nakamura?

Lennyo3034 · May 13, 2014

I was looking at the 484 Nakamura and am very tempted by it. My favorite steel in a nice looking G10 package. The only thing holding me back is the price. I also just ordered a Spyderco Manix in 110v.

RamZar · May 13, 2014

If you can fathom the price it's a great little folder.

Here are some related threads:

484 Nakamura Pictures

Nakamura!

Benchmade 484 Nakamura

484: Axis Lock, contoured G-10 scales and 3" M390 (60-62HRC) blade

Cypress · May 13, 2014

I haven't stopped carrying mine since the day I got it. I wrote a review that's in the review forum.

The knife is smaller than you would think.

MCM · May 13, 2014

Neat little knife.

99cuts · May 13, 2014

The 484s design justifies the price for me. I have medium size hands so it fits perfectly, better than a mini grip does.

It also carries very VERY well.

deskil · May 13, 2014

The handles remind me of some of the Mcustas I've seen.

pnsxyr · May 13, 2014

It's an excellent knife and a good value for what you get. The quality is exceptional, the finish is cosmetically pleasing and consistent, it fits the hand almost perfectly, the steel is fantastic, and blade grind has many characteristics from many folders Bob Terzuola has produced (which are fantastic performers). I wound up purchasing the 483 after holding the two as I wanted to try the button lock, but I would have bought both had I not just purchased 5 other knives this week! While I really like my 110V Manix LW, the finish on the 484 is much, much, much, much nicer and and I like it a lot more than the Manix. I also like how M390 is a little easier for me to upkeep than something like S90V or S110V.

ares1488 · May 14, 2014

That knife would be awesome if it was the same price but 1/2" bigger in both directions...

TechDoc · May 14, 2014

I love mine and in fact am carrying it today. It like the size although I would also like a slightly larger version of this knife. The only issue I had was how far the thumbstud sticks out on the side I don't use (I am right handed). The thumb stud could catch on my pants and partially open the knife when I pulled it from my pocket. I improvised a quick fix as described in this thread and now the problem is solved.

mjdubs · May 14, 2014

Played with one at local knife shop. Fit and finish are really good. Wish it was 25% bigger and I'd be all over it.

99cuts · May 15, 2014

I swapped with my M4 mini grip today for a comparison. The mini grip feels flimsy after carrying the 484. Guess which one I'll be carrying tomorrow.

I can see benchmade making new versions of the 484, at least these:
1) larger version
2) gold class version

Smirks · May 17, 2014

I think it performs like a bigger knife while carrying like a smaller knife. I love it. M390 is my favorite steel.

bld522 · May 17, 2014

Sweet knife. But the opportunity cost of purchasing it doesn't pencil out for me. Guess I'll have to be satisfied with my pre-MAAP M4 mini grip.

Cypress · May 17, 2014

Definitely needs more pics

99cuts · May 18, 2014

Just a cellphone photo to share:

holo07 · May 18, 2014

TechDoc said:
I love mine and in fact am carrying it today. It like the size although I would also like a slightly larger version of this knife. The only issue I had was how far the thumbstud sticks out on the side I don't use (I am right handed). The thumb stud could catch on my pants and partially open the knife when I pulled it from my pocket. I improvised a quick fix as described in this thread and now the problem is solved.

Thank you for that great idea. I have a 484 but sold it because of the early opening, after reading your little tip I bought another one did your retro fit and know the knife is a keeper for sure. Thanks again.

harris2 · May 18, 2014

I am hoping a fellow member can help me. I would like to buy the 484 Nakamura, but only if it will ride close to being flush or lower in my pocket. My plan was to replace the clip with a low-rider from the Contego 810 but have read a few posts that say it will extend above the grip. If it wouldn’t be too much of an inconvenience, could someone who has the 484 Nakamura and a 810 clip attach it just long enough to take a photo and post it.

Thanks.

TechDoc · May 18, 2014

harris2 said:
I am hoping a fellow member can help me. I would like to buy the 484 Nakamura, but only if it will ride close to being flush or lower in my pocket. My plan was to replace the clip with a low-rider from the Contego 810 but have read a few posts that say it will extend above the grip. If it wouldn’t be too much of an inconvenience, could someone who has the 484 Nakamura and a 810 clip attach it just long enough to take a photo and post it.

Thanks.

It does seem to extend slightly beyond the knife scales but I don't think it would bother me.

99cuts · May 18, 2014

Looks better to me with a black clip.

Cypress · May 19, 2014

The only disadvantage I can see with that, is the bottom standoff will only be held in by one screw on the side opposite the clip, as there is no center screw for the 810 clip.