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smith and wesson is a mixed bag- their cheap blades are just that, fit and finish leaves something to be desired- however, their higher end blades are exceptional in quality. In particular i have had very good reviews on their special tactical folder- a navy welder that I know has used one daily for the last year and a half, after breaking everything else he tried, including bucks, gerbers and kershaws.. the same good review on that model came to me from an EMT who also abuses the hell out of his cutlery. I also get good reviews on their HRT3 from cops and sherrifs deputies... Conversely their cutting horse line is likely to have problems- if you get a good one you will love it, but if not the liner lock may be iffy, the blade might have tension probs, ect. also stay away from their promo line- ie the patriotic picture handles, the john deere art handled ones ect- as with any knife its better to check the blade before you buy, especialy the liner lock- as for blade temper, even on the cheap ones everyone i've sold one to seems to agree they hold a good edge
as to my favorites, I like my spyderco spydercard
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