Brother 1502 - Dumbass Proof Knife!

in #knives7 years ago

So, this one arrived as well and it is time to make a short review of it.
I actually won this knife in a GAW, so didn't order it myself.
It arrived from China in less than 3 weeks (before the holidays).

First impressions:

The Brother 1502 came in a plain cardboard box, pretty dirty inside (that is usually the case with Brother Knives, at least from my experience), blade was centered and sharp, no bladeplay.

I cleaned it and it became very smooth (blade drops if you disengage the lock).

Pros:

  • Great classic looks (is very similar to the now discontinued Kershaw Gentleman's folder).
  • Good fit and finish of the polished 3D G10 scales.
  • No bladeplay at all and the lock is pretty soft (for a lockback) and could be even used one-handed.- Became very smooth after cleaning.
  • Is thin and light (3.76 oz/106.8 g) for easy carry inside the pocket.
  • Has strong tip that won't break during EDC tasks + 440C stainless steel.
  • Nice ergos for my middle sized hand (because of the 3D scales).

Cons:

  • Two-handed opening.
  • Pinned constructon (couldn't be disassembled).
  • Sharpening wasn't even and pretty thick grind.
  • Cutting edge length is pretty short (2.75" with 3.14" blade). Full length is 7.25".
  • Small finish problems: lanyard hole isn't perfectly round and some scratches on the pivot pin.
  • No pocket clip.

Summary:
This is a classic Grandpa Knife (meaning similar to a knife our grandpas EDCed back in the day).
IMO - this isn't a knife for knife aficionados and collectors, but more for actual use for non-knife people.
The simple and strong construction make it virtually "dumbass proof" (couldn't be screwed up by dumbasses) so it will make an awesome loaner knife and a cool inexpensive gift for non-knife folks.

Check out the knife here: Brother 1502 Knife

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Buck 112: Buck 112 Knife

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