Hey guys,
Thought I would give a review on these new otf style knives and share my experience with you on them. And yes I already know they are not anything close to my Pro-tech, Benchmades, Sog's etc... as far as quality of blade steel. But man they are fun for the price.. And take a edge easy.. And plus there is just something about a knife that can also double as a stress clicky that makes me happy.. Except the blister on my thumb.. And they are about as close you can get to a OTF assist knife with out breaking the law "yet"
Anyway the one I received was the Smith & Wesson SWOTFT model which has the tanto style blade. Made by Taylor brand knives. they also produce the Schrade otf assisted models that are based on the same frame and inner workings but have a different outer shell handle design. Which I believe is a molded zytel structure. I would like to take a moment to say something about Taylor brand knives customer service also. Everyone knows that no matter what the knife is they carry, but when it is time for service or parts replacement, we rely on reputable and prompt customer service.. And this is exactly how the guys over at Taylor brand knives are.. Hassle free and awesome customer service.
OK back to the knife review,,, fit and finish is on par, the blade play is extremely minimal and the action is awesome on it.. like any new knife they need to be worked in and possibly tinkered with to get them where they are perfect.. The thing fires extremely hard and locks up tight! I'm not sure what the blade steel is.. no markings .. ( Mr Taylor Chimed in below and here is the specs on blade steel- "4116 stainless steel blades and the black blades are finished with a titanium nitrate coating.
".. )It is sharp enough to cut me 3 times and my girl friend once.. lol... And takes an edge easy with my crock sticks...
Has a side activated safety that locks the blade in the fully open and closed positions. There is a secondary open position you can get to when retracting the knife to the closed position that lets just a small tip of the blade to protrude to act like a perfect box opener.. The only thing is the safety will not engage in this position and is ready to fire but keeping away from the blade thumb switch, it works great for cutting tape on boxes with out going in too deep to damage items inside .. much like a box knife..
The pocket clip is attached on the butt of the knife via a " Mock" glass breaker, I say Mock because I have yet to try and bust out a window with it but doesn't appear to be carbide.. But I'm sure would make an excellent impact device if ever needed.. but the way it is attached allows for deeper carry when attached to your pocket which is a plus..
The feel in your hand,,, or my hand.. is very nice and comfortable.. the clip gives a bit and flexes around but other than that the handle feels good when you grip it in all positions.
To sum it up.. If your a fan of the assisted opening knives.. You should give these a try, They are a blast to play with and also cut stuff too.. and for the price they are IMHO well worth it.. the look of them says I'm a black tactical mall ninja knife and I wouldn't pull one out in church or the office to play with. but to add to a collection of assisted knives I think they should have there place. These may be the last of there breed if they outlaw the assisted opening knives.. God forbid
If your not a fan of the tanto blade style they also offer them in bayonet and clip point as well.. Anyway I thought I would share something with the forums.. and give my 2 cents on a knife I like and in no way mean to offend anyone by doing so ..
here are some pics..
Thought I would give a review on these new otf style knives and share my experience with you on them. And yes I already know they are not anything close to my Pro-tech, Benchmades, Sog's etc... as far as quality of blade steel. But man they are fun for the price.. And take a edge easy.. And plus there is just something about a knife that can also double as a stress clicky that makes me happy.. Except the blister on my thumb.. And they are about as close you can get to a OTF assist knife with out breaking the law "yet"
Anyway the one I received was the Smith & Wesson SWOTFT model which has the tanto style blade. Made by Taylor brand knives. they also produce the Schrade otf assisted models that are based on the same frame and inner workings but have a different outer shell handle design. Which I believe is a molded zytel structure. I would like to take a moment to say something about Taylor brand knives customer service also. Everyone knows that no matter what the knife is they carry, but when it is time for service or parts replacement, we rely on reputable and prompt customer service.. And this is exactly how the guys over at Taylor brand knives are.. Hassle free and awesome customer service.
OK back to the knife review,,, fit and finish is on par, the blade play is extremely minimal and the action is awesome on it.. like any new knife they need to be worked in and possibly tinkered with to get them where they are perfect.. The thing fires extremely hard and locks up tight! I'm not sure what the blade steel is.. no markings .. ( Mr Taylor Chimed in below and here is the specs on blade steel- "4116 stainless steel blades and the black blades are finished with a titanium nitrate coating.
".. )It is sharp enough to cut me 3 times and my girl friend once.. lol... And takes an edge easy with my crock sticks...
Has a side activated safety that locks the blade in the fully open and closed positions. There is a secondary open position you can get to when retracting the knife to the closed position that lets just a small tip of the blade to protrude to act like a perfect box opener.. The only thing is the safety will not engage in this position and is ready to fire but keeping away from the blade thumb switch, it works great for cutting tape on boxes with out going in too deep to damage items inside .. much like a box knife..
The pocket clip is attached on the butt of the knife via a " Mock" glass breaker, I say Mock because I have yet to try and bust out a window with it but doesn't appear to be carbide.. But I'm sure would make an excellent impact device if ever needed.. but the way it is attached allows for deeper carry when attached to your pocket which is a plus..
The feel in your hand,,, or my hand.. is very nice and comfortable.. the clip gives a bit and flexes around but other than that the handle feels good when you grip it in all positions.
To sum it up.. If your a fan of the assisted opening knives.. You should give these a try, They are a blast to play with and also cut stuff too.. and for the price they are IMHO well worth it.. the look of them says I'm a black tactical mall ninja knife and I wouldn't pull one out in church or the office to play with. but to add to a collection of assisted knives I think they should have there place. These may be the last of there breed if they outlaw the assisted opening knives.. God forbid
If your not a fan of the tanto blade style they also offer them in bayonet and clip point as well.. Anyway I thought I would share something with the forums.. and give my 2 cents on a knife I like and in no way mean to offend anyone by doing so ..
here are some pics..
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