How strong is this knife? Does the tip bend easy or is it strong?
781198
The knife is strong. The tip does not bend easy. I have not had any difficulty with this knife. As the size is on the small size I have not had any problem with anything I have cut, minced or pared. It feels good in my hand and I have nice control when using it. I also have the chef size and I like that very much too.
781199
This knife has a stamped steel blade (not forged), so it has a slight spring to it. For the knife's size and its intended purpose it is just about perfect. This is a great knife for slicing, chopping or trimming smaller sized veggies and meats. Very sharp and it holds its edge. High quality and a good value. Hope this helps.
781200
The knife has a thin blade and thus has a little give to it. However, the thin blade makes dicing small items like shallots and garlic a breeze. If you are cutting up a potato, for instance, the blade will give a little and not make the perfect cut. This is my go to knife for the small stuff. It stays sharp with a little care.
781201
This knife has a thin blade. It has a little give to it but the thin blade makes dicing small items like shallots and garlic a breeze.. however, if you are cutting up a potato, the knife tends to bend a little and not make a perfect cut. This seems to be my go to knife for all the small stuff. For the price it can't be beat. It also stays sharp. Hope this helps.
781202
I use it to slice normal kitchen fare like vegetables & trim meat. It is not a hunting or survival knife
781203
The blade is relatively strong, but because the handle is plastic, it doesn't leave you with a secure feeling. There are better knives out there that are either the same price or slightly more expensive. I wouldn't purchase this knife again.
439306
it is either a Half Tang or an Encapsulated Tang - the molded handle is formed around the tang. How wide is the tang, unknown. I do not feel any flex in the handle when trying to twist or bend the handle. I really like this knife which is why I purchased a second when they went on sale. The purchase was made primarily though because of the sale price. I would not have purchase the second one at regular price
510886
The weight and feel are great.... not too heavy, not too light. The knife weighs just over 2 ounces. There is a fine serration from the tip towards the handle, about 1/3 of the length of the knife. I took photos for you, but I don't have any way to upload them here.
46094
As I try to bend the sword, it is very difficult to bend. Although I did find a tiny bend at the tip point of the sword. which I bent back to normal, but overall a pretty stable stiff sword. I will be testing it out on a few trees later this summer.
630701
I think so. The knife is reportedly stronger and holds an edge longer but I have not tried to break it or had a need to sharpen it.
541807
It has a full-tang construction. I have not tested the bendability of it, but it is one of the sturdiest swords I have gotten in this price range.
2214049
I carry this knife every day, and haven't had an issue whatsoever. The spring assist is very strong, and it does just as well now as it did new.
461580
It clearly states it's not for prying or throwing, as the tip WILL break. If your intention is to do one or the other, find yourself a knife that's made for such things or buy yourself a cheap one.
1610452
A very still plastic knife. Was able to bend the whole blade only an inch and a half. I cannot make an indentation anywhere on it.
1937995
I have used it off and on for a few months and have not yet damaged it in any way. It appears to be made from fairly durable plastic. It is not bad as a very basic knife.
498904
I bought one 6 mo. ago. Blade is very strong, typical Buck knife. I wouldn't use it to pry anything off, but for general knife use it is great
498907
It's a fairly small knife, so blade is relatively sturdy, just because it's short. It is a knife, though, so you wouldn't want to pry with it.
2086766
Its strong been a pretty good knife ...the only thing I dont like is the size of the blade , Its a tad small for my taste
1011658
Mine has not bent or collected any damage since purchasing it. It won't bend by sheer human force alone, but it would probably bend if not snap if used to pry something. As long as it is not misused then it won't break easily. While its a good knife I wouldn't want it as my only tool depending on whatever survivor situation is in mind. It would fit best for cutting threads and maybe cutting small game. I would suggest not fighting a bear with it.
1788751
It's very flexible. I bought it as a display sword to give as a gift so I don't know how far it bends or how many times it will bend before breaking. Hope this helps.
544867
I don't know how thick mine is, but I have seen other comparable brands with thicker tips. I love my spyderco's, but I don't consider tip thickness one of their strengths. Depends on your type of usage. I use mine on the farm mostly cutting strings off of round bales of hay. I love it because it is easy to shapen to a shaving edge once it gets dull. It also holds an edge fairly well. If you are going to put a bunch of stress on the tip, I would probably look at another knife.
461579
I have not used it so the tip would be tested. However, this is the best all around knife for the money. It is one of my favorite knives. I fully recommend it.