i just checked the 15030-1
it looks really nice...

Just got my small bone today, and it is pretty cool. I really like the scales, but I would say right now I prefer the bade shape of the 525. Only had it in my hands for a few mins but I am liking it so far.

Play with it for a bit before deciding Trevor. I like the looks of the 525 too, but the D2 blade on the Bone really slices through stuff.

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Originally posted by canadianknifenut:
I really like the scales...

So do I! It's quite an intricate finish that even makes the Rift feel "smooth", lol. I tried to capture the texture in the following pic so everyone can see what I mean:

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Originally posted by Traveller:

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Originally posted by canadianknifenut:
I really like the scales...

So do I! It's quite an intricate finish that even makes the Rift feel "smooth", lol. I tried to capture the texture in the following pic so everyone can see what I mean:

(click to see larger image)

Thanks for the picture.

Mine is still 6 to 8 weeks away before the dealer gets the knife. So I have been waiting more then six months for my 15020-1. DAMN longest I have ever waited.

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Originally posted by Traveller:
Great knife and at $120 a good deal! I'll be writing a review on it when I get back home.

So I finally got around to writing that review...

Nice review!

I love the scales on the Bone Collector models, many have seen the 520 Hybrid I have, but also the mini may be even a better bargain...small in size it's got the same grippy yet comfortable to hold G-10 in a smaller, easier to carry size.

And man does that D2 blade slice!

you are right joe
even for me who is more a kind of full size knife lover, the mini bone is great ! i love mine ... really comfortable handles indeed
for one time, i even rather the mini than the full size

Got my 15020-1 from my yuppee sporting goods store across town. Good deal on the large two-tone. Great hand fit/feel - especially with that easily removed clip in the poly bag, nylon bag, and box. Great QC - even on the blade's edge - consistently sharp edge from end to end. Seems to be a bargain, for sure, nowadays. I blame it on you guys... you had to yack about it, causing me to go look... and I couldn't leave it there.

The bargain price paid soon faded - I took my wife for her favorite lunch. Then - pay back - I had to go to the fairly new 'JoAnn' hobby/craft store - and stand in line to get material cut - then paid for. I felt cheated... knives and guns are hobby items - and the had none! She really got me - $25 lunch - $74 material - being seen in a girlie-man store: priceless!

Stainz

PS The knife was worth it!

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Originally posted by Stainz:
Got my 15020-1 from my yuppee sporting goods store across town. Good deal on the large two-tone ... She really got me - $25 lunch - $74 material - being seen in a girlie-man store: priceless!

Lol! But the knife is a great deal. Is it because of the D2 steel...? I'm still trying to figure out why the Rift goes for $30 more (list)... :-/