42 v. 51

balimaster

• December 22, 2014 17:02

Which do you think would hold up with normal flipping? Provided the Bali isn't dropped on concrete.

I guess I'm asking when it comes to the 42 and 51 will the tang pin of the 42 or the zen pins of the 51 hold up better for basic flipping?

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  18415

  • March 14, 2017 15:31

  Totally bumped this thread sorry...
  
  I'm assuming the zen pins are stronger. But not as good when it comes to tricks such as Chaplins.
  
  Just curious what others think.

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  theoneandonly

  • March 14, 2017 22:28

  Why wouldn't zen pins be as good for chaplains?

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  18415

  • March 16, 2017 04:37

  quote:

  Originally posted by THEONEANDONLY:
  Why wouldn't zen pins be as good for chaplains?

  
  I meant rollovers….

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  skins2881

  • March 26, 2017 16:24

  Long ago my 42 left me. I am looking for a replacement. Recommendations?
  
  I really want a 42, but they appear to cost double what they sold for new. I'd like either the closest new production to it, or a beat up old one for cheap.

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  18415

  • March 28, 2017 02:47

  quote:

  Originally posted by Skins2881:
  Long ago my 42 left me. I am looking for a replacement. Recommendations?
  
  I really want a 42, but they appear to cost double what they sold for new. I'd like either the closest new production to it, or a beat up old one for cheap.

  
  They keep randomly popping up in the WTB forum.

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  acrimsonfox

  • June 16, 2017 03:00

  I used to own a 51 and I absolutely loved it. I was used to cheap knives constantly breaking and I was extremely happy with the 51. I used it constantly and never broke. I can't really say the reason other than the generally good craftsmanship but for an every day carry and play-with knife, it was great
  
  Hope that helps!

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