What do you guys think of this knife, seat belt cutter and glass break?

ISurvivednmu · 01-28-2015, 08:28 AM

I want to have something in the car for safety that is more than just a seat belt cutter and glass break. There are so many times I need to open a package or almost anything where I could use a knife.

What do you think?

Smith & Wesson SWBG2T Border Guard 2

*Camaro_Corvette* · 01-28-2015, 08:56 AM

Well, it's a 22 dollar knife that has a bunch of emergency stuff on it. Honestly, I've owned two S&W knives in my time. First one was cheap, broke the blade a month after I bought it. The second was not so cheap, toughest knife ever. That being said, if I wanted a knife that could get me out of a jam if I was ever in one, I would be looking at some more expensive products. But you never know, some of those cheap knives are bargains. For me it's hard to judge without holding it in my hand first.

It's got 4.5 stars out of 163 reviews, so it must be decent.

ISurvivednmu · 01-28-2015, 10:13 AM

I guess my other option is a better made Swiss knife

Victorinox Swiss Army Rescue Tool

RKCamaro13 · 01-28-2015, 10:31 AM

I'm a fan of Benchmade knives, keep one on me at all times. They're not very cheap, but they are the best knives I've ever owned. If anything breaks you have a warranty on it, just send it back and they'll fix it and sharpen it.

Blackchevyroarin · 01-28-2015, 10:40 AM

I have that exact knife. Its a lot bigger than I expected. And sort of heavy also. Its also hard to open let alone flip it. hard to push the release over to close it.. and did I mention its big? its almost bigger than my whole hand. it is a great quality knife though. the heaviness of it makes it feel more sturdy and capable, and the blade stays sharp for a long time. Its really more of a tool than a knife however. Not really something I carry in my pocket daily. I keep mine in the tool bag in my trunk.

ISurvivednmu · 01-28-2015, 10:40 AM

They make some nice knives...

Check out this one.. In love.....

Benchmade BKC Bedlam Axis Folding Knife

But not cheap!

RKCamaro13 · 01-28-2015, 10:55 AM

No not at all, there's a gun shop near my house that has a ton of Benchmades in the cabinets. They have the cheapest prices I've seen anywhere even amazon.

Tenring · 01-28-2015, 04:00 PM

Benchmade here also, just great knives!

Scalded Dog · 01-28-2015, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Camaro_Corvette

Well, it's a 22 dollar knife that has a bunch of emergency stuff on it. Honestly, I've owned two S&W knives in my time. First one was cheap, broke the blade a month after I bought it. The second was not so cheap, toughest knife ever. That being said, if I wanted a knife that could get me out of a jam if I was ever in one, I would be looking at some more expensive products. But you never know, some of those cheap knives are bargains. For me it's hard to judge without holding it in my hand first.

It's got 4.5 stars out of 163 reviews, so it must be decent.

I lost my faith in Smith and Wesson a few years ago. They were once known for their quality, but, from what I understand, a few years ago, they sold the rights to use the name to any old schlub who could pony up a little pocket change, including Chinese change.

This knife is made in China... however, that said, reviews online seem to be pretty decent, and most seem to agree that for the price, it's a great deal. Besides, if it's on the Internet, it HAS to be true!

Mutant Racer · 01-28-2015, 05:47 PM

Cold Steel punching daggers.

Benchmade Butterflies

Benchmade assisted opening

lownslowss · 01-28-2015, 05:56 PM

I have this one. It's tough as crap. and easy to use with gloves on.
http://www.gerbergear.com/Tactical/K...Knife_22-41534

I4toV8 · 01-28-2015, 06:17 PM

I have that one and love it.

Edit: that benchmade one looks freaking sweet!

ticktock · 01-29-2015, 10:40 AM

I went with something everyone in the car would recognize what it was. Cheap and if you are in an emergency will work better, a Window Hammer

Jay_LHD3 · 01-29-2015, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by ticktock

I went with something everyone in the car would recognize what it was. Cheap and if you are in an emergency will work better, a Window Hammer

That is what I would do too.

I would keep it in the same place and it would be for emergencies only. If I needed a knife for cutting I would just throw a pocket knife in the glove box or door pocket.

01-28-2015, 08:28 AM	#1
ISurvivednmu Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 85	What do you guys think of this knife, seat belt cutter and glass break? I want to have something in the car for safety that is more than just a seat belt cutter and glass break. There are so many times I need to open a package or almost anything where I could use a knife. What do you think? Smith & Wesson SWBG2T Border Guard 2

01-28-2015, 08:56 AM	#2
Camaro_Corvette 36.58625, -121.7568 Drives: Team 1LE Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 23,710 View My Garage	Well, it's a 22 dollar knife that has a bunch of emergency stuff on it. Honestly, I've owned two S&W knives in my time. First one was cheap, broke the blade a month after I bought it. The second was not so cheap, toughest knife ever. That being said, if I wanted a knife that could get me out of a jam if I was ever in one, I would be looking at some more expensive products. But you never know, some of those cheap knives are bargains. For me it's hard to judge without holding it in my hand first. It's got 4.5 stars out of 163 reviews, so it must be decent. __________________ I am seriously never serious vv V vv Next order of business

01-28-2015, 10:31 AM	#4
RKCamaro13 Drives: 2011 Red 2SSRS A6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Louisiana Posts: 693	I'm a fan of Benchmade knives, keep one on me at all times. They're not very cheap, but they are the best knives I've ever owned. If anything breaks you have a warranty on it, just send it back and they'll fix it and sharpen it. __________________ MPD1 Z Force hood, 1LE splitter, ZL1 rockers and diffuser, Heritage grille, Sparks Restorations emblems, Magnuson Supercharger, ID850 Injectors, Alky Methanol Kit, Livernois Fuel Pump Roto-Fab CAI, SW long tube headers, CNC ported throttle body, High flow cats, Lethal Racing Prowler Cam, LS3 conversion, Yank 3400 Stall, Corsa 3" cat back exhaust, RX Catch Can, BMR Suspension, BC Coilovers, Slotted and Cross-drilled rotors, Custom Interior.

01-28-2015, 10:55 AM	#7
RKCamaro13 Drives: 2011 Red 2SSRS A6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Louisiana Posts: 693	No not at all, there's a gun shop near my house that has a ton of Benchmades in the cabinets. They have the cheapest prices I've seen anywhere even amazon. __________________ MPD1 Z Force hood, 1LE splitter, ZL1 rockers and diffuser, Heritage grille, Sparks Restorations emblems, Magnuson Supercharger, ID850 Injectors, Alky Methanol Kit, Livernois Fuel Pump Roto-Fab CAI, SW long tube headers, CNC ported throttle body, High flow cats, Lethal Racing Prowler Cam, LS3 conversion, Yank 3400 Stall, Corsa 3" cat back exhaust, RX Catch Can, BMR Suspension, BC Coilovers, Slotted and Cross-drilled rotors, Custom Interior.

01-28-2015, 05:56 PM	#11
lownslowss PaPa Smurf Drives: 2022 SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: League City Posts: 632 View My Garage	I have this one. It's tough as crap. and easy to use with gloves on. http://www.gerbergear.com/Tactical/K...Knife_22-41534 __________________ 2022 Rapid Blue SS 1LE

01-28-2015, 10:13 AM	#3
ISurvivednmu Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 85	I guess my other option is a better made Swiss knife Victorinox Swiss Army Rescue Tool

01-28-2015, 10:40 AM	#5
Blackchevyroarin Drives: 2012 camaro 1ls 3.6 LFX Join Date: May 2014 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 126 View My Garage	I have that exact knife. Its a lot bigger than I expected. And sort of heavy also. Its also hard to open let alone flip it. hard to push the release over to close it.. and did I mention its big? its almost bigger than my whole hand. it is a great quality knife though. the heaviness of it makes it feel more sturdy and capable, and the blade stays sharp for a long time. Its really more of a tool than a knife however. Not really something I carry in my pocket daily. I keep mine in the tool bag in my trunk.

01-28-2015, 04:00 PM	#8
Tenring Drives: 2014 2SS/RS - SIM Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Arizona Posts: 2,189	Benchmade here also, just great knives!

01-28-2015, 05:47 PM	#10
Mutant Racer Drives: 2015 2LT Torch Red C7 Stingray Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,807 View My Garage	Cold Steel punching daggers. Benchmade Butterflies Benchmade assisted opening

01-28-2015, 06:17 PM	#12
I4toV8 Dazed & Drives: matte blue 2014 z28(186) 2015 R1 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: The Jungle Posts: 707	I have that one and love it. Edit: that benchmade one looks freaking sweet! __________________

01-29-2015, 10:40 AM	#13
ticktock Drives: ZL1 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Detroit Posts: 25	I went with something everyone in the car would recognize what it was. Cheap and if you are in an emergency will work better, a Window Hammer