I didn't vote for either, because I'm only interested in the LE version if it's in INFI. I've got an S5CG on order and already own a Mud Puppy LE in 154CM and a S6CG and Yard Keeper CG in SR77. So, if I get an INFI S5LE, I'll be done. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" />

Yeah, right!

I voted 154 but I must be truthful, give me SR-77 over both any day <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

Quite a poll, Bruce. I have an idea for a simpler one based on the results of this market survey.

I think the SR-101 is a tougher steel for sure,but the 154CM I have from The Yard is light years away from my 154CM from
Microtech.Benchmade,Piranha and even customs.
The Dan Busse "whammy" on it Seems to make it as tough as SR-77!! I can't chip a edge on this stuff. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />
I get micro fractures but all touch up in just moments. It stays sharp forever and well after EDCing the load of Scrap Stainless I have...sold. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />

It takes a keen satin finish,can be made tougher than Doziers D-2. And the edge and upkeep are a joy to own. Great stuff! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Peace.

I also have had great results with 154. I believe that ATS is pretty much the same as 154 and I have several customs made out of this. I might be missing something here so I will ask. If someone wanted an LE made out of 101 couldn't they merely strip the black duracoat and buff it up like Vic and others do ? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" /> The coating comes off via the directions we have seen posted many times or someone like Vic or others could maybe do this for you ? I have several Rangers that I have had stripped and then new scales and spacers put on to make a semi custom that I like <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />. The steel is 5160 so maybe that makes a differance ? Is 101 different and this doesn't work ? In the end I don't care if the LE comes in INFI or 154 as I like the design- plus I really like the pricing on these knives <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />!! The SY steel is a great bargain in my opinion . I can buy 3-4 S5s for what I pay for just one custom. Keep up the great work guys !! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Thanks

I am hoping for Infi, but will settle for 101. On the size of the S5 I think 154 CM is pushing it--but then we are talking Busse 154 CM and not some other companies.

Wow, I'm surprised that more people didn't go for the Busse improved 154CM. I wasn't really a fan of the metal myself, until I saw what Dan could do with it! Honestly, if it was a choice of either SR101 or 154CM... as nice as the 101 is, I'd still choose the 154. It may be hard to reprofile and/or sharpen, but man, does it ever keep an edge for stainless! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif" alt="" /> They'd become my new kitchen/camp knives in an instant! I might even throw away my high end Japanese steel Santokus, because I'd only have to sharpen the S5s every blue moon! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

Maybe we'll get lucky and Dan will offer both <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crossfingers.gif" alt="" />

If it is not INFI I would be rather unlikely to purchase one either way. I would be more inclined to purchase the 154cm version if it is made of CPM-154 instead of the normal version. I do not like large grain sized steels.

Is Dans 154 better than say....Benchmades??? I like 154 ,but as far as toughness has to go to SR101 , 77 and INFI. Now I've heard S30V forged is comparable to Sr101 for edge holding and toughness.