SOG Demo Fixed Blade SSD01-L - Black TiNi, Dual Edged 7.25" Blade, TPR Handle, Leather Sheath

Just arrived (scary how fast Amazon delivered this - less than 48 hours), so have not used. Had some finer prints when I opened, so immediately wiped the blade down with 3-in-1 oil. Looks great now. This knife is ferocious. I also have the SOG Tech Bowie (which is an amazing knife). When I compared the two, the Demo is a bit heavier because of the blade. And the blade...it is gorgeous. Had read contrasting reviews about how sharp the serrated back was. I can only speak for my blade, but the serrations are very sharp. And as for the other side, equally sharp straight edge. The one bad point is the sheath. Another review is very accurate on the problem I have with this sheath: "Poor quality sheath. Back of snap that secures the knife rubs against the knife every time it is inserted or withdrawn." There is also a "stud" that holds the leather together, so both sides of this blade are pushed against plastic/metal pieces. Very disappointing design from such a high quality manufacturer. While I've read the recommendations to purchase a SpecOps sheath, I shouldn't have to - this knife is so spectacular, it should come with a sheath that was better designed and tested. If anyone has a suggestion on which SpecOps sheath to purchase, I'd be happy to hear. My thoughts on the sheath aside (and I will not drop below five stars because of the sheath), this knife is truly impressive. I am glad I made the purchase and added it to my small collection of SOG knives (Tech Bowie, Seal Pup Elite, Escape). If I had to, I would buy this knife again, regardless of the sheath.

I take mine whenever I go visit the jungle. I have hacked down and limbed several stalks of large species of bamboo, about 3-4" diameter. The weight is good for swinging this thing. I've hacked through a tree top that had fallen on a trail with no way around. I use it like a machete and I also use it like you'd use a knife. I like the rubber grip for sweaty swampy conditions and I put a tether on it, through the tether hole, to keep it in my hand when I'm swinging it around. I am able to keep a sharp edge on it... hacking down the bamboo did dull it but it came back to life with a good sharpening. The only thing I don't like is the leather sheath. I guess that might be authentic to the original Demo but I'd much rather have had a nylon sheath. The leather is holding up so far, I treat it w/ a leather protectant, but it is only a matter of time before the jungle eats it.

First off, I would like to state that Amazon, LLC has mistakenly used the image of the SOG Force in most of their images under this heading, but, if you order the demo, that is what you will receive. Hopefully this will get corrected shortly, and I have uploaded two customer images of the actual knife. With that having been said, the knife itself is well designed and would make a good survival tool in my opinion. I own one of the originals as well, and as a scuba diver, often thought that having a leather washer handle was sub-optimal. This version of the knife is much better suited for dive use, though it does come with a leather sheath(If you do wish to dive with it, SpecOps makes a kydex/nylon sheath which will fit the DEMO). Knife is shaving sharp directly from the manufacturer and just under 1/4" in thickness. I have used it in saltwater with no rust issues, as long as it is cleaned promptly. Serrations work well on rope, wood, and canvas, not so great on vines or thorny brush. Blade handles chopping well, as well as kitchen chores, such as peeling and dicing apples. The handle is extremely comfortable, and the pommel could handle light hammering chores, though it would damage the appeareance of it. Overall, a great knife, and an amazing revitilization of a classic knife. I believe this would make Ben Baker proud.

I thought I'd splurge on a nice knife. My ESEE-6 and RAT-7 are much stronger, have a finer finish and are less money. Even the sheath sucks.

Not too impressed with this knife. Serrations on the top of the knife not very sharp. Primary blade Came from the factory razor sharp but the finish of the blade not consistent. Pommel didn't seem very substantial and don't think it would hold up to any real punishment. Also sheath was mediocre at best. Would have preferred a more modern kydex sheath that would have offered more mounting / carrying options. Not worth the $130 so ended up returning it.

This is one of the better knives I owned. The weight feels just right and it's very well balanced, unlike the Schrade Extreme SCHF3 that I had But those with huge palms may find the handle a tad short, you can google reviews on Youtube to have a gauge of its length. It would be nice if it's slightly longer. The rubber grip on the handle is really excellent, soft and provides a great grip My only concern is that all synthetic rubber deteriorates over time It may become hard or cracked, or soften and sticky :( For my blade, It didn't come razor sharp like other reviewers had. I encountered some resistance while slicing thru a piece of A4 paper. I find the other blades like the Ka-Bar, CRKT and Cold steel came slightly sharper. As for the sheath, the strap to clip on the blade sharpener was rather short. I couldn't clip the strap on. Overall, this is still an excellent knife 5 stars no doubt Lastly, I felt my overall combat skills was given a +2 attack, haha