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SOG Knives Flash I Knife

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Barring fully-automatic knives (which are illegal for civilian use), there's no faster blade deployment mechanism on the market than the S.A.T. system in the SOG Flash I. A short movement of the thumb stud starts the show, then BANG! The S.A.T. (SOG Assisted Technology) coil spring takes over, whipping the blade fully open and locking it in place with a sliding piston. The Flash I's cryogenically-treated, titanium-nitride-coated AUS-8 steel blade takes a keen edge, and the textured, anodized aluminum handle scales are made to withstand years of hard use. SOG's reversible pocket clip allows you to carry this knife discreetly without sacrificing easy access.

Bottom Line: Open, locked, and ready to go in a Flash.

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Rating for this product: 5

All-Around Knife

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December 19, 2010

I carry this knife most of the time because it is so versatile. The assisted blade opens lighning fast and the thumb point on the blade is in the perfect position for my hand. The blade is typical SOG quality is sharp from the factory. Includes pocket clip.

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Rating for this product: 4

SOG = Super

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October 7, 2009

The assisted opening of this blade is fast. A buddy of mine had this at the trailhead one weekend, and by sunday, it was no longer in his possession. The blade comes out like nothing, and cuts nice with the factory edge. Trail food prep and whittling are easy, and the in hand ergonomics are great. Super low weight for what you get.

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HOW LONG CAN THE KNIVE BLADE BE LEGAL IT TX

HOW LONG CAN THE KNIVE BLADE BE LEGAL IT TX

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December 10, 2008

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if you can't properly ask a question then maybe you shouldn't be asking such questions to begin with. Nimrod.

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July 17, 2011

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The Texas Penal Code Title 10, Chapter 46, Section 46.01(6)(A) defines an illegal knife as a knife witha blade over five and one half inches.

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April 8, 2009

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December 10, 2008

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Rating for this product: 4

great pocket knife

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July 10, 2011

opens lightning fast. got it off SAC for dirt cheap. smaller than i thought it would have been, but the stability of the blade makes up for that. pocket clip is sturdy too. pretty sharp straight form the factory too. like it so much i am gonna get the flash 2 as well (as soon as i see it on SAC).

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July 30, 2011

mine came with a straight blade, non serrated

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Rating for this product: 5

SOG Knives Flash I Knife

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January 22, 2011

Mine is black with a black blade and is one of the sexiest knives to slip into my pocket. Takes up roughly the same size as a chapstick. Feels great in my hand, and has a nice edge from the factory. The handle is not anodized aluminum, but a composite. Blade assist is wicked fast. Careful when playing around with the knife at first! An extra this knife features is a locking mechanism to keep it shut.

This knife is usually on my body while hiking, and often in my coat pocket when I am off the trail. I bought mine when SOG wasn't that known, and the price of this knife was much much more. I have seen the Flash II selling for forty bucks at generic stores(I own a Flash II as well).

I am truly impressed by this knife. I own three other SOG knives because of this knife and my family has many more. I strongly suggest buying this knife, you will find a a reason to use it.

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Rating for this product: 4

God smal knife

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July 30, 2011

Use it for opening everything, bit smaller than i thought when i bought it. But no problem, sharp and good quality.

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Rating for this product: 5

So far, so good...

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July 3, 2011

Smaller knife than I'm generally a fan of carrying and I purchased the razor edge rather than a combo (bigger fan of combo's), but this thing packs quite a punch... From it's light weight, to the FAST deployment of it's razor sharp edge, I have yet to find something that doesn't make this knife deserving of 5 stars.

You may, however, have some issues if you're one of those people that needs a constant reminder that your gear is there... IT IS small and light weight- to the point of where you don't even know it's there. Like I said, this knife is small (literally the size of my thumb when closed) so if you need something larger, get it's bigger brother- the "Flash II"- considerably larger to the point of where it seems like they should have made a "Flash 1.5" to fill the gap between "I" and "II" models.

I will be buying a few more of these for gifts, stabbing bums and crackheads on the mean streets of Las Vegas, around the house, in the cars, etc. When I can stop playing with it and widdling mesquite branches from my front yard into walking sticks, I'll take some pics and maybe go as far as to attach a youtube review/walk-through.

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Rating for this product: 2

He shoulda got a CRKT

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March 2, 2011

I was lucky enough not to purchase this personally but camped with a friend on his first time using this particular knife. I had my CRKT Ultima and he had the sog flash I. This knife dulled quickly and the very tip actually broke off while using it for a menial task. I didn't know that happend unless you were stabbing bricks or something. if you are wanting to drop this much on a knife, go for a CRKT.

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Rating for this product: 5

Amazing

By: Backcountry.com Employee
April 19, 2010

I love this knife. It's PERFECT for everyday use. SOG has won me over! Will buy more of this brand in the future. One word = Awesome!

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Rating for this product: 4

nice knife

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February 27, 2009

this is a very lightweight knife, the handle is completely made out of plastic. but it is not "cheap". it has a very nice assisted opening, as good as an auto. once you are used to the unlock mechanism, it works great, feels good, and is a tough, handy knife

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December 22, 2009

For what it's worth I think the Zytel knife is better in every meaningful way, though both that and the alloy knife are nice. It's significantly lighter and I see no real-world advantage to the alloy handle in terms of durability or any other area. The Flash I is a great design and a great everyday-carry knife, though I prefer the Sog Aegis to the Flash II if you are looking for something larger.

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December 21, 2009

Yes, this particular knife has the aluminum handle but I have also seen the plastic handle models that sell for less. I have a smaller SOG with the plastic handle and so far no worries, has held up well.

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October 17, 2009

the handle on this knife is anodized aluminum, but they do have other ones that are cheaper with zytel plastic handles.

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By: Mike December 19, 2010

I carry this knife most of the time because it is so versatile. The assisted blade opens lighning fast and the thumb point on the blade is in the perfect more...

SOG = Super

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By: Shane O'Donnell October 7, 2009

The assisted opening of this blade is fast. A buddy of mine had this at the trailhead one weekend, and by sunday, it was no longer in his possession. The more...

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Blade Material:
AUS-8 stainless steel 
Handle:
anodized aluminum 
Lock Mechanism:
sliding piston lock w/ safety switch 
Blade Style:
plain or partially serrated 
Blade Length:
2.5 in 
Open Length:
5.75 in 
Sheath Included:
no 
Weight:
1.3 oz 
Recommended Use:
general purpose, search and rescue 
Manufacturer Warranty:
lifetime