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Jul 18, 2023 7:30 PM

Ontario Rat II Linerlock D2 Steel Blade, Carbon Fiber Handle CF from Chicago Cutlery via Amazon $46.87

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Chicago Cutler on Amazon [amazon.com] has the Ontario Rat II D2 steel Blade with carbon fiber handle on sale.

Nice knife. Make sure you're buying from Chicago Cutlery to get this $46.87 price - lowest price ever for this model, according to my tracking.
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Chicago Cutler on Amazon [amazon.com] has the Ontario Rat II D2 steel Blade with carbon fiber handle on sale.

Nice knife. Make sure you're buying from Chicago Cutlery to get this $46.87 price - lowest price ever for this model, according to my tracking.

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Jul 18, 2023 8:29 PM
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slickosaurusJul 18, 2023 8:29 PM
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In before "I can make my own shiv and don't need a pocket clip because I carry it in my prison pocket" comments.
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Jul 18, 2023 11:47 PM
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BeeTheBisonJul 18, 2023 11:47 PM
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"Recommended Uses For Product: Fighting"
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Jul 19, 2023 2:35 AM
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DaveInPhillyJul 19, 2023 2:35 AM
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Are there different versions of this knife? The one that ships and is sold by Amazon is $10 cheaper. I paid $26 for that one the last time it hit the front page.

Ontario Knife OKC Rat Ii Sp-Black Folding Knife, 7Inches https://a.co/d/8O1YmF1
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Jul 19, 2023 2:48 AM
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okstuv
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Jul 19, 2023 2:48 AM
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Quote from DaveInPhilly View quoted comment :
Are there different versions of this knife? The one that ships and is sold by Amazon is $10 cheaper. I paid $26 for that one the last time it hit the front page.

Ontario Knife OKC Rat Ii Sp-Black Folding Knife, 7Inches https://a.co/d/8O1YmF1
Yes. This one is D2 steel, not Aus 8 steel, and has a Carbon Fiber handle.
Jul 19, 2023 12:41 PM
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TitusPJul 19, 2023 12:41 PM
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Quote from okstuv View quoted comment :
Yes. This one is D2 steel, not Aus 8 steel, and has a Carbon Fiber handle.
Which is better?
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Jul 19, 2023 3:28 PM
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Jul 19, 2023 3:28 PM
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Quote from TitusP View quoted comment :
Which is better?
D2 is often preferred over AUS-8 steel since D2 is a tool steel, which means it's harder and holds an edge longer. D2 is quite corrosion resistant too, but not as "stainless" as a AUS-8 steel AFAIK.

Carbon fiber handle is cool, but a personal preference if you want to pay the premium for that feel/weight/look that a CF handle gives you.
Jul 19, 2023 4:21 PM
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rcs1Jul 19, 2023 4:21 PM
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The Rat II is one of the most ergonomically perfect knives I've ever used, and a fantastic inexpensive EDC knife. I'm not sure that the upgrade to D2 and the carbon fiber scales is enough to warrant a doubling of the price. At $25 the regular Rat II is fantastic, not sure I want to spend double that on it. If they made a version that was with an even better steel and had micarta scales I'd probably get it.

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Jul 20, 2023 11:43 AM
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91LT250RJul 20, 2023 11:43 AM
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Overrated knife. Do research and look elsewhere before making this your first pocket knife/EDC knife.
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Jul 20, 2023 3:47 PM
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JMBauer74Jul 20, 2023 3:47 PM
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Quote from 91LT250R View quoted comment :
Overrated knife. Do research and look elsewhere before making this your first pocket knife/EDC knife.
Overrated? For years, this was one of the top rated EDC knives on the market. Wouldn't pay $47 for one, but a solid EDC no less.

I paid $24 for both my Rat 1 and 2. D2 and CF just isn't enough of an upgrade for twice the price.
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Jul 20, 2023 5:22 PM
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91LT250RJul 20, 2023 5:22 PM
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Quote from JMBauer74 View quoted comment :
Overrated? For years, this was one of the top rated EDC knives on the market. Wouldn't pay $47 for one, but a solid EDC no less.

I paid $24 for both my Rat 1 and 2. D2 and CF just isn't enough of an upgrade for twice the price.
You wouldn't pay $47 for it because it is overrated. Rats are no longer $20 bargains.
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Jul 20, 2023 5:35 PM
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JMBauer74Jul 20, 2023 5:35 PM
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Quote from 91LT250R View quoted comment :
You wouldn't pay $47 for it because it is overrated. Rats are no longer $20 bargains.
RAT 1 and 2 frequently go on sale between $24-25. Fantastic knife for the $. They've just become less popular because of the introduction of newer budget steels and knife models. As a budget EDC, it's just about perfect, especially for someone who might be new to knives and doesn't want to spend too much.
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Jul 20, 2023 5:44 PM
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91LT250RJul 20, 2023 5:44 PM
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Quote from JMBauer74 View quoted comment :
RAT 1 and 2 frequently go on sale between $24-25. Fantastic knife for the $. They've just become less popular because of the introduction of newer budget steels and knife models. As a budget EDC, it's just about perfect, especially for someone who might be new to knives and doesn't want to spend too much.
I haven't seen them under $30 in some time, but I don't keep tabs on this knife. Like you said, there are much better options these days.
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Jul 20, 2023 6:51 PM
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gluttonneJul 20, 2023 6:51 PM
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Quote from JMBauer74 View quoted comment :
Overrated? For years, this was one of the top rated EDC knives on the market. Wouldn't pay $47 for one, but a solid EDC no less.

I paid $24 for both my Rat 1 and 2. D2 and CF just isn't enough of an upgrade for twice the price.
Agreed on this. Given the kind of knives the Rat 1 and 2 are, I'd much rather spend that money putting micarta scales on them for grippiness under all conditions.
CF is purdy though.
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Jul 20, 2023 7:19 PM
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JMBauer74Jul 20, 2023 7:19 PM
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Quote from 91LT250R View quoted comment :
I haven't seen them under $30 in some time, but I don't keep tabs on this knife. Like you said, there are much better options these days.
Yes. it's just the market. Rat 1 and 2 are still both fantastic knives though.
Quote from gluttonne View quoted comment :
Agreed on this. Given the kind of knives the Rat 1 and 2 are, I'd much rather spend that money putting micarta scales on them for grippiness under all conditions.
CF is purdy though.
The only thing with CF scales on budget knives is a lot of times it's often cheap with some glossed finish over it, so usually the CF is something I would want to see up close before purchasing. Micarta is definitely a good option, as long as you like your handles to patina from the oils, and of course you get a nice grip with it, as you mentioned.

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Jul 21, 2023 12:44 PM
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91LT250RJul 21, 2023 12:44 PM
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Quote from JMBauer74 View quoted comment :
Yes. it's just the market. Rat 1 and 2 are still both fantastic knives though.
Not a bad knife at all. It just wouldn't be my first pick anymore.
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