Moore Maker?

[Piedmont Plinker]

Alright, I know these knives are made in the USA, with carbon steel. I've heard people say good things about them, but they are relatively unknown to me. I've taken a look at their catalog, and always assumed they were byond my price point. Well, it looks like I assumed wrong. They have several very reasonably priced knives. The specific model I'm looking at is their Roper's knife.

(plain edge for me, of course)

Sure, it's not a traditional slipjoint, but it does have yellow handles and more importantly, 1095. It also has a thumb hole. I don't really like these for very fast one handed opening, but I can't find a 1095 lockback in my price range with a clip besides this one. My birthday is coming up, and I might just have to ask for this.

So, who here has experience with Moore Maker? Good, bad, ugly? Sharp, or dull? Durable, or break at the drop of a hat?

Other models I find interesting:
Lockback
Small Hunter
Punchblade Stockman
And, for SM:
Peanut
and a shorter One-Blade Trapper
(Yes, it locks, but also has a backspring)

 

[Coyote3855]

I've had one of their bone-handled small trappers since 1997 (date of mfg is stamped on the blade). I also have one of their machetes, two pairs of their fence pliers, and wire stretcher. All first quality tools, well made, durable, and the knives hold an edge and are relatively easy to sharpen. My only complaint is with the machete. I had to reshape the handle as the top side was too square edged for lengthy work. Actually, my original WWII Woodsman's Pal is my go-to blade for machete work, but the MM is worth the extra bucks over the cheaper machetes available from other sources.

Go for a Moore Maker. I don't think you will regret it.

Coyote

 

[hso]

Camillus used to be the factory for them, but I have no idea who picked up after Camillus went under.

You should consider them to be a high quality "traditional" knife.

 

[Valkman]

I've been carrying a MM I got in a trade and it's an excellent knife. It's a "5308" 3-blade slipjoint dated 1999 and I love it.

 

[JCF]

I have the 5202LL, dated 2007, with yellow bone scales. I like it a lot.

 

[Piedmont Plinker]

Sounds like they are of good quality, and I think I'll get one of those Roper's knives.
And maybe something else...just maybe...that lockback is calling me.

 

[Jason_G]

Kinda looks like a yellow Gerber EZ Out.

Jason

 

[Piedmont Plinker]

For you Soddie fanboys out there, they also make a large sodbuster in yellow and 1095.
Sodbuster
Not as cheap as the Case though, but if you want a large carbon Soddie, here you go.
(I think Boker makes one as well)

 

[Jason_G]

For you Soddie fanboys out there, they also make a large sodbuster in yellow and 1095.

Yellow ain't my favorite color, but I like that knife.

Jason

 

[sm]

CZ.22,

What I have been told is Queen, does some of these knives that Camillus used to do.
They use a 1095 carbon that is heat treated really well.

I have not been able to get my grubby paws on one, still everyone that I have spoken with, is very very pleased.
These folks use these knives, on ranches, farms and the like.
Real deal folks that use a knife, and these pocket knives (slip joints) are what these folks really do use everyday.

I like the punch blade from your OP list.
I am a strong believer in punch blades.

Now my experience with Moore Maker thus far, is with the tools.
Top Notch!
Pliers, camp ax, and the like.

I look goood assisting a Southern Belle, with long legs, in short cuff off blue jean shorts, bikini top, wearing a straw cowboy hat, .44 single action revolver on hip, and using fence tools and...

...Where was I? *smile*

Oh yeah, Moore Maker ...

What I like is the Buffalo Stockman, Buffalo Stockman with punch blade, and Buffalo Trapper.

I want the MM button, to go on a cowboy hat, the Yo-Yo, The marbles (green, I want at least one green one) and that super neat whetstone with the MM logo on it.


There ain't nothing sexier than a gal dressed as I mentioned above, on a horse, with a .44 lever action in scabbard, and MM tools in saddle bag...except for a pair of fence pliers, opening a bottle of Dr. Pepper!

My first impression with MM tools was quite positive.

*giddy-up*