Here's a pic of a Bog Dog blade on top of the Scrapper 5 blade. You are literally giving up less than 1/8 of an inch in cutting edge!
So, what's the advantage? You benefit by gaining valuable width at the ricasso where the grind plunge falls. The grind plunge area is the most susceptible to failure during heavy abuse due to the stress risers introduced by the plunges on each side of the blade. The Scrap Yard "squared" choil greatly improves the durability of the blade against catastrophic failure while providing the user with the ability to choke up on the blade for close-up work.
The blade on the Scrapper 5 is .260" wider than the Bog Dog while the plunge line/ricasso width (thumb ramp not included) is .180" wider!
Poor old Bog Dog NEVER had a chance! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif" alt="" />
Dan
Dan, I think the knife is perfect the way it is. Your explanation adds more background and the reasoning behind it, and although it was not required it sure is appreciated. There are very few places the public can have such direct access to the manufacturer. The Yard's a great place to be.
As I said earlier, I will have an LE thank you very much <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />
