Maraging blade "SM" (FIE)

These blades are great for people who want a non-pricey, durable FIE blade. StMs are not going to last years, and they will not remain the same over its lifespan (they bend and stay). My primary blade is a Vniti, and it is so for a reason. Whereas the Vniti blades are heavy, they have incredible balance, and tip control is not much of an issue. The StM, or SMs, or whatever you want, are weighted like shiny gold bricks. They are tip heavy and point heavy, and the whole thing feels very non-responsive. I guess some like this uniform weight distribution, but...... They are flexible enough to land a flick (with a stronger wrist), but bending how you want it to is not its forte. I'm not saying this blade is without any merit. Its price is nice, and it won't die within the first six months. It does have a tendency to bends, but although they can be straightened out, a curve will always remain. If you don't mind a slightly heavier blade (some StMs are actually heavier) buy a Vniti. They will last longer, and feel more like an extension of your hand, not a peice of rebar. But they are very pretty blades, and the finish lasts well for at least a few months. It does tend to get scratched and dinged easily , but this does not really affect performance.