Civivi Baklash vs Silax by CJRB/Artisan

Perhaps I just received a bad example of what is seemingly a great knife otherwise, but sadly I think it'll see less time in my pocket from here on out.

As you can see here, the edge is lower than my my knuckle, so you can get down on surfaces really well. The way the blade is shaped allows you to do s...

only I would recommend the G-10 handles for better grip than this particular Baklash model.

I love it. The only negative is the handle could be slightly bigger. But I love this knife!

But I have butter knives that are sharper than this blade!! I bought two, and both are equally dull and difficult to sharpen. That's a deal killer for me. I'm disappointed.

Now, let's see what that money gets you with functionality and design. The c-lac supports a 5.11 inch blade that, on their website is listed as a drop...

I would return it but I'm past my 30 day window. It seems to be a good knife but if it doesn't hold an edge it's useless

Reason for 4 stars is blade stock is thin. I know that makes for easier slicing but not sure on durability compared to a bit thicker blade spine. Will revisit after some use

Only materials could improve, but you would have to pay way more if it was made from a higher grade steel. Can't really beat it for the cost. Great balance, opens with ease, precision manufacturing. Looks and functions like a $100+ knife

YMMV. The blade was sharp, opened smartly, and everything appeared well made. It is a nice knife, but of the three I possibilities that ordered at the same time, this one is going back.