Knives, bayonets, multi tools, daggers and other pointy implements.

[TacoDelRio]

modified post 1883 commissioned officers dirk standard model, most commonly encountered type, lasting until 1945.
http://i876.photobucket.com/albums/ab330/bangbangboogie_photos/DSC03136.jpg

I just saw your post. Pretty cool. Did it used to have a cord-wrapped handle? The menuki looks out-of-place.

[Walker-69]

I had a first production Mini SERE 2000 that had blade play. I sent it in to Al Mar and they replaced the blade. The knife that they sent me back was rock-solid.
I sold it though as I prefer Axis Locks :)

That's interesting to hear. Apparently Al Mar have some QC issues. I have seen the same problem (blade play) on a video on YouTube, but it was the original, bigger SERE 2000 knife. I don't care about some blade play on my knife because I'm not into Ninja stuff, but anyone going to Iraq or Afghanistan should make sure that they have a faultless SERE knife before they leave.

I realize that the liner lock is not as strong as an AXIS lock, but there is one advantage that this kind of lock has. It is similar to that found on the Spyderco Military. The idea is that the handle is open from the top as well as the bottom. If the insides of the knife get dirty, it is much easier to clean than most ordinary folders. If you've got access to compressed air, that should do a world of good to the knife. In the field there is no compressed air but it should be possible to improvise other ways of cleaning the interiors: in an emergency you could run fresh water through it, and then apply some gun oil or whatever.

[Henry's Fork]

For filleting pachyderms?

Mr. Dundee didnt tell me what he was going to use it for, im guessing drop bear filleting. p-)


@bang bang, very nice.


@Walker, i love my Ritter grip, its become my current EDC. And you cant go wrong with anything that DMT makes. Its a shame to hear about your Al Mar not being up to snuff.
http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/2817/p7110569.jpg (http://img24.imageshack.us/i/p7110569.jpg/)

[Walker-69]

@Walker, i love my Ritter grip, its become my current EDC. And you cant go wrong with anything that DMT makes. Its a shame to hear about your Al Mar not being up to snuff.



Cool. Is that the bigger version or the Mini Grip Ritter? Which one would you recommend? Did you also buy it from the Aeromedix online store?

[Henry's Fork]

Cool. Is that the bigger version or the Mini Grip Ritter? Which one would you recommend? Did you also buy it from the Aeromedix online store?

Large version. If i were to get a mini, i would pull off the clip and let it ride at the bottom of my front pocket. A nice size if you didnt leave the city or were worried about scaring the sheeple.

Yup, got it from Aeromedix. The cons are minor, if at all. The clip that came with it wasnt like Benchmades old clips, the new ones are parkerized and scratch easy. So i put my old clip on it.

Compared to todays prices for the regular Grips, the Large Ritter is worth the $. The D2 Cabelas grip is tempting, but almost the same price, iirc.

[OMON]

finally received my Gerber Infantry

http://i28.tinypic.com/2gy9kbl.jpg

[dave81]

I love that knife, but I hate serrations. I wish they made a version without them.

[OMON]

I love that knife, but I hate serrations. I wish they made a version without them.

haha that was the first tought when i had this knife in my hand, but the knife is so good, i actually dont mind it. and yes i hope too that they are gonna make a version without serrations

[Steve Andrews]

Yup, got it from Aeromedix. The cons are minor, if at all. The clip that came with it wasnt like Benchmades old clips, the new ones are parkerized and scratch easy. So i put my old clip on it.


I agree about the new pocket clips. I have swapped some of mine for other clips and stripped the coating off others.

http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/5645/dscf0227f.jpg (http://img19.imageshack.us/i/dscf0227f.jpg/)



Compared to todays prices for the regular Grips, the Large Ritter is worth the $. The D2 Cabelas grip is tempting, but almost the same price, iirc.

The Ritter Grips are my favourite folders. I have M2 High Speed and S30V knives in both sizes:
http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/5554/dscf0220u.jpg (http://img33.imageshack.us/i/dscf0220u.jpg/)

..I also have the Cabela's D2 Grips, but slightly favour the Ritters' blade profile.


I realize that the liner lock is not as strong as an AXIS lock, but there is one advantage that this kind of lock has. If the insides of the knife get dirty, it is much easier to clean than most ordinary folders. If you've got access to compressed air, that should do a world of good to the knife. In the field there is no compressed air but it should be possible to improvise other ways of cleaning the interiors: in an emergency you could run fresh water through it, and then apply some gun oil or whatever.

I'm a firefighter..so no shortage of compressed air! :) However, you are right. A quick wash and lube will get most of the crap out of an Axis Lock, and it is quite easy to strip with a couple of Torx drivers.

[Henry's Fork]

Sweet bunch o' Ritters. How you like the M2? Any real noticeable differences compared to the s30v?

Nice Gerber Omon. One without serrations would be quite popular, i know i would get one. But the serrations that is already on the blade are decent and tough, didnt chip any teeth while battoning firewoord, something i wouldnt try with some of my cold steel or SOG serrated knives.

[Walker-69]

The Ritter Grips are my favourite folders. I have M2 High Speed and S30V knives in both sizes:


Tell me, which size do you find more useful? You have both the big Doug Ritters and the mini versions. Do you use the big ones or minis more???

[Steve Andrews]

I prefer a Mini for day to day use and I use them a lot more than the full sized knives. The Minis are very compact but will still deal with most of the jobs that the full sized knife does. I do keep a full sized knife in my firejacket for use at incidents, as they are easier to handle in thick firefighting gloves.


Sweet bunch o' Ritters. How you like the M2? Any real noticeable differences compared to the s30v?


I love M2HS and have quite a few Benchmades in that steel. I prefer it to S30V and find that it takes a great edge and holds it for ever, whilst still being easy to sharpen.

[TacoDelRio]

HF,

PM system isn't working well for me.

However...

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/P8290113.jpg

Thanks a million!

[IDF_TANKER]

Not something fancy, but rather a piece of family history:

http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg211/froimv/Misc/DSC00151.jpg

http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg211/froimv/Misc/DSC00150.jpg

http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg211/froimv/Misc/DSC00152-1.jpg

It was made(from a bayonet) for my granduncle by his war buddy. You can't see that on this crappy picture, but one one side of the handle (on the metal, beneath the plexiglas) there is a my family name engraved, and on the other WWII.

[TacoDelRio]

That's a pretty cool feature.

[Henry's Fork]

Nice Theater made knife IDF. I wonder what type of aircraft the plexiglas came off of.

Thanks for the Lone Wolf folder Taco, just finished re-grinding the blade into a spear point. Then slapped a convex edge on her........oooooo super scary sharp! This folder is a frikken tank, no such thing as blade play on this monster. Pics to come soon. :)

[TacoDelRio]

Nice Theater made knife IDF. I wonder what type of aircraft the plexiglas came off of.

Thanks for the Lone Wolf folder Taco, just finished re-grinding the blade into a spear point. Then slapped a convex edge on her........oooooo super scary sharp! This folder is a frikken tank, no such thing as blade play on this monster. Pics to come soon. :)

Suhweeeeeet! Can't wait to see pics. Use it to chop down trees.

[gaijinsamurai]

HF,

PM system isn't working well for me.

However...

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/P8290113.jpg

Thanks a million!

That's a sweet knife, Taco!

[gaijinsamurai]

Not something fancy, but rather a piece of family history:

http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg211/froimv/Misc/DSC00151.jpg

http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg211/froimv/Misc/DSC00150.jpg

http://i249.photobucket.com/albums/gg211/froimv/Misc/DSC00152-1.jpg

It was made(from a bayonet) for my granduncle by his war buddy. You can't see that on this crappy picture, but one one side of the handle (on the metal, beneath the plexiglas) there is a my family name engraved, and on the other WWII.

Very cool, IDFT!

[Blackwater28]

I own a Benchmade 710 and a Spyderco Military. Both are good. However I've now become a firm believer in tanto style blades and ultra low weight knives. I wish I could buy an auto knife but they're banned thanks to the lefty facists.

http://i553.photobucket.com/albums/jj394/nitrotech25/dasdawsdwas.jpg

http://i553.photobucket.com/albums/jj394/nitrotech25/asdawswss.jpg

[TacoDelRio]

That's a sweet knife, Taco!

Henry's Fork keeps churning out good sheeyit!

Gotta find a way to carry it, though. Maybe as a neck knife.

[adouglasmhor]

136 pages and i am the only person who carries an opinel as EDC work knife.

http://www.axminster.co.uk//images/products/OP6VRN_xl.jpg

[dave81]

Opinel isn't "sexy" enough; it's just too plain. It's needs to be high speed uber tactical and overpriced! Anyway, I just got my first Opinel (Model No. 8) this week, but not as an EDC.

When I was in the Army, I had an actual pressing need almost every day at work for my Gerber -- either the knife, pliers, screwdriver, etc. Away from the Army, I have almost never needed a blade of any kind in a place where I wasn't able to access one, ie at home or in my car. I really have no actual need to carry a blade with me "at all times".

That being said, this has been my only real "EDC" for the past few months, and I haven't had to use it once:

http://img441.imageshack.us/img441/4491/071208utilikeyt.jpg (http://img441.imageshack.us/i/071208utilikeyt.jpg/)

It fits right on the keyring with the other keys so it's out of the way until I need it...which so far, I haven't. Anyway, I'm thinking of replacing it with my Swiss Army SD (the cheapest, most basic model Swiss Army Knife) cause it's "cooler", but I'm not sure yet..

http://img248.imageshack.us/img248/2271/1791large1.jpg (http://img248.imageshack.us/i/1791large1.jpg/)

[Henry's Fork]

136 pages and i am the only person who carries an opinel as EDC work knife.

http://www.axminster.co.uk//images/products/OP6VRN_xl.jpg

Probably, what kind of work do you do?

I would fvk a Op up in the first 5 min at my job. Thats why it stays in the tackle box for fishing.

Dave, Op's are very sexy, sitting next to my fly vest and rod by the stream side. Cutting Manzanita and Oak all day long needs a little tuffer knife and steel.

[M202Flash]

Classic Gerbers..Strider Rogue Warrior..Al Mar Warrior..Spyderco Poliwog

[Henry's Fork]

Nice gerber collecton. They are down right sheckshe, classics.

[M202Flash]

Knight's PK3...Microtech D/A...CQCs

[adouglasmhor]

Probably, what kind of work do you do?

I would fvk a Op up in the first 5 min at my job. Thats why it stays in the tackle box for fishing.

Dave, Op's are very sexy, sitting next to my fly vest and rod by the stream side. Cutting Manzanita and Oak all day long needs a little tuffer knife and steel.
Despatch, receipt and issue. I use it cutting packing straps and boxes, I learned my lesson about box cutters when one snapped on me and I learned about using more expensive knives for work when one got stolen from a desk drawer that cost me £80.

Acording to someone that lives near me and I bump into at bike rallies Opinel are the best knives ever for cutting hash and grass but as I don't partake I will just have to take his word for it.

[Big Mo]

i'm going to get a PRT VIII from Eickhorn

[Hollis]

A Reeves knife, designed by Bill Harsey (who happens to be a great guy and Oregonian too).

[osnunez]

^ Beautiful knife! I would buy one too "if I were a rich man..." :)

[goat89]

A Reeves knife, designed by Bill Harsey (who happens to be a great guy and Oregonian too).
Awesome knife... combat and survival knife I presume?

[goat89]

finally received my Gerber Infantry
God damn... thats sexy!

[gunfreak09]

my great knife nd yet not a lot of people have it...

http://ts4.mm.bing.net/images/thumbnail.aspx?q=863308552851&id=b439f9297a7f5657c8cca992811109b1&url=http%3a%2f%2fstore.militaryspot.com%2fv%2fvspfiles%2fphotos%2fOK6141-2T.jpg

[Hollis]

Awesome knife... combat and survival knife I presume?


It is the Green Beret knife, Civilian version. Early production, I believe.

[TacoDelRio]

my great knife nd yet not a lot of people have it...

http://ts4.mm.bing.net/images/thumbnail.aspx?q=863308552851&id=b439f9297a7f5657c8cca992811109b1&url=http%3a%2f%2fstore.militaryspot.com%2fv%2fvspfiles%2fphotos%2fOK6141-2T.jpg

I lost mine. Used it to climb a mountain once, jamming it into the snow and ice to reach the summit. No joke.

Wish I knew where it went.

[goat89]

It is the Green Beret knife, Civilian version. Early production, I believe.
Thx HOLLiS!!!!

[Walker-69]

Classic Gerbers..Strider Rogue Warrior..Al Mar Warrior..Spyderco Poliwog

Flash, your Al Mar Warrior is a very unique piece of cutlery. It might be worth a lot of money too. Spyderco is in the process of introducing a new version of this design. It is quite a threatening looking thing, and it is not much good for ordinary use, "sentry removal" being the main purpose. The unusual design requires training and is not suited for the average joe. Some sort of Israeli naval commando group are the first end users of this product. A google search will reveal photos and more info on the Spyderco "Hobbit" Warrior.

[Henry's Fork]

Wow, Sal is going to make them in H1. Definately not a spyderco that i will ever need or use. But would be a nice add to a collection.

Very nice Reeve you got there Hollis.

[goat89]

Classic Gerbers..Strider Rogue Warrior..Al Mar Warrior..Spyderco Poliwog
http://www.replicadungeon.com/lotr-elven-knife-of-strider.html
:D:D:D:D
Interesting design too!

[M202Flash]

Flash, your Al Mar Warrior is a very unique piece of cutlery. It might be worth a lot of money too. Spyderco is in the process of introducing a new version of this design. It is quite a threatening looking thing, and it is not much good for ordinary use, "sentry removal" being the main purpose. The unusual design requires training and is not suited for the average joe. Some sort of Israeli naval commando group are the first end users of this product. A google search will reveal photos and more info on the Spyderco "Hobbit" Warrior.

Thanks. It is a very well balanced, well thought out design. I believe Al Mar was a Vietnam era Green Beret, thus the "sentry removal" design. Most notably, the curved, thin serrations along the spine are not very effective for wood or rope cutting. I've always admired Al Mar's "old school" influences. Pictured is an Al MAr 4008b "Nick Rowe Commemorative"

[OMON]

if you want a really good knife, this company makes them by hand, limited made and numberd. www.hillknives.com

http://www.hillknives.com/HillWebsite/Menu/In%20Stock/9507-1.JPG (http://www.hillknives.com/)

http://www.hillknives.com/HillWebsite/Menu/SAM2008-03.jpghttp://www.hillknives.com/HillWebsite/Menu/AMK-Bruin-.jpg

[gaz]

Is anyone aware of a good online knife store in the UK? In the past I've always used Heinnie Haynes (http://www.heinnie.com/) but since I'm looking for a small folder for my Dad's birthday present I thought it wouldn't hurt to look around a little more.

[Henry's Fork]

Lone Wolf regrind. Tried the convex edge on a nice piece of bamboo, one shot, not bad at all for a folder with a thick blade. Garcias Moocho,Taco. p-)
http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/9156/p9181161.jpg (http://img196.imageshack.us/i/p9181161.jpg/)
http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/6308/p9181162.jpg (http://img41.imageshack.us/i/p9181162.jpg/)
http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/6306/p9181164.jpg (http://img41.imageshack.us/i/p9181164.jpg/)
http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/1816/p9181166.jpg (http://img41.imageshack.us/i/p9181166.jpg/)
http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/2848/p9181167.jpg (http://img156.imageshack.us/i/p9181167.jpg/)

[TacoDelRio]

Excellent! Looks like it went on a slight diet! What the hell are you going to use it for? I could only carry that in my pocket, nothing else. :-)

[TacoDelRio]

Yamaneko Knaifu:
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/P9180027.jpg
Using this one during some training!

I believe we need a name for this design!

[rhino]

is that Forks' design?

[TacoDelRio]

You betcha!

[gaijinsamurai]

Henry's Fork makes some damn good knives. I've got three, and if anyone of you are looking for a nice blade, send him a PM.

[gaijinsamurai]

Classic Gerbers..Strider Rogue Warrior..Al Mar Warrior..Spyderco Poliwog

I love those Gerber MKIIs. Always wanted one....

[tercio67]

if you want a really good knife, this company makes them by hand, limited made and numberd. www.hillknives.com (http://www.hillknives.com)


I am seriously thinking of giving myself either their S.O.K. or KCT.
I am leaning to the KCT sleightly, it will depend on how they feel/handle.
Next time when visiting relatives in Rotterdam I will stop by and try them.

[rhino]

You betcha!

I would leave christening to him, the creator has his rights, no?


Henry's Fork makes some damn good knives. I've got three, and if anyone of you are looking for a nice blade, send him a PM.

I got two designs in the works with the man:D (my designs:))
would be three but it can wait

[TacoDelRio]

Not if I name it first!!!!!

GO Henry!

[Henry's Fork]

Im crap at naming things. Besides, you guys come up with all the good ideas. So its up to the owners to name them. ;)

[gaijinsamurai]

I love those Gerber MKIIs. Always wanted one....

Damn! I went and did it. Couldn't pass up the price. Wife stepped out for five minutes, and I grabbed my credit card....

http://www.rockynational.com/5793_22-01874_Gerber_Mark_II_w_Sheath_Serial_Numbered.html

[TacoDelRio]

Im crap at naming things. Besides, you guys come up with all the good ideas. So its up to the owners to name them. ;)

***** Knife 2009
Meat Hound 5000
Kuso Knaifu

;-)

[Hollis]

***** Knife 2009


;-)


That sounds like the knife that Lorena Bobbitt would use.

[goat89]

***** Knife 2009
Meat Hound 5000
Kuso Knaifu
;-)
HAAHAHAHHA. Niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiice. :D

[OMON]

I am seriously thinking of giving myself either their S.O.K. or KCT.
I am leaning to the KCT sleightly, it will depend on how they feel/handle.
Next time when visiting relatives in Rotterdam I will stop by and try them.

for what purpose do you want to use it?

[tercio67]

for what purpose do you want to use it?

General field use, mostly bivouac type situations/work.
A multitool can take care of most things but not everything.

(and I don't realy like the M9 I have now)

[OMON]

General field use, mostly bivouac type situations/work.
A multitool can take care of most things but not everything.

(and I don't realy like the M9 I have now)

In that case, haven you seen my Gerber infantry ? great all purpose knife, you can even cut electrical wires with it w/o getting electrocuted and with the buttcap you can break the glass of a helo

i also love the sheath ( better then hillknives ) it has an integrated sharpener and the straps are rubber stitched. fits perfect on your leg or side of your hip or with the straps on your molle vest

[tercio67]

In that case, haven you seen my Gerber infantry ? great all purpose knife, you can even cut electrical wires with it w/o getting electrocuted and with the buttcap you can break the glass of a helo

i also love the sheath ( better then hillknives ) it has an integrated sharpener and the straps are rubber stitched. fits perfect on your leg or side of your hip or with the straps on your molle vest

I dont want to carry the knife on my vest, I intend to carry it on my ruck.
I like the shape of the KCT because it looks like the Golok I have, wich is more like a machette.

[Henry's Fork]

***** Knife 2009
Meat Hound 5000
Kuso Knaifu

;-)

Been talking to my mom?

Her nick name for me....Kuso Neko.

rofl rofl rofl

[Henry's Fork]

Damn! I went and did it. Couldn't pass up the price. Wife stepped out for five minutes, and I grabbed my credit card....

http://www.rockynational.com/5793_22-01874_Gerber_Mark_II_w_Sheath_Serial_Numbered.html

:oops: Thats a good price. I wasnt going to get one, because of being made in Formosa and over c-note, but at that price....its way do able.

Between this and the Spyderco Hossoms being on sale for dirt cheep. Gonna have to rob a bank here or jack a crack house.

Hanging out on forums are detrimental to ones wallet.

[TacoDelRio]

Hahaha, thanks Mom!

[gaijinsamurai]

:

Hanging out on forums are detrimental to ones wallet.

Heh, heh...I know all about that!

[ggk]

my bro Ulytau have been bugging me to see my knife.... hehe no offence bro.

anyway here it is.

http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/3025/21092009013.jpg

i have 2 of it the other one are longer than this one. Both are made from steel of 2 hoe. My grandad forge it folded it many times before it was amalgated into what you see now.

http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/7280/21092009014.jpg

the shorter one have no sheathe, i only cover it with old newspaper.

http://img30.imageshack.us/img30/3179/21092009016.jpg

[ggk]

http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/9067/21092009017.jpg

http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/8034/21092009018.jpg
http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/8130/21092009019u.jpg

here it is naked...doesnt look sexy but extremely sharp

here in another one. A different knife, here at my place it is called Parang Chalong...well a simpler version of it...anyway the Javanese close cousin of this knife is Kelewang.

http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/4247/20092009002g.jpg
http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/5764/20092009003u.jpg

[MaverickCowboy]

Im looking for a good blade that i can go hiking in the montana wilderness with, hard durable. be able to cut multiple tings in the wilderness, maybe stab an animal for survival purposes.

[TacoDelRio]

Im looking for a good blade that i can go hiking in the montana wilderness with, hard durable. be able to cut multiple tings in the wilderness, maybe stab an animal for survival purposes.

Spetsnaz Fighting Shovel.

[gaijinsamurai]

^ Taco has the airsoft version.

[MaverickCowboy]

I'm looking for a Knife.

[TacoDelRio]

^ Taco has the airsoft version.

Upon impact, it sprays 6mm BB's everywhere.

[oldsoak]

Im looking for a good blade that i can go hiking in the montana wilderness with, hard durable. be able to cut multiple tings in the wilderness, maybe stab an animal for survival purposes.

All in one knife ?
Even the mountain men of old carried a hatchet and a bowie.
If its survival hunting you are thinking of, the best bet would be a fishing kit, assuming of course you have lakes or bodies of water there.

Not sure what the beasties are in montana ( puma ? bear ? wolf ?) or what the local laws are, but if the local info says its going to be a high risk of running into one, I'd either go elsewhere or seriously think of packing a firearm if the law permitted. And I'd invest in decent maps, a gps and good comms.

[MaverickCowboy]

All in one knife ?
Even the mountain men of old carried a hatchet and a bowie.
If its survival hunting you are thinking of, the best bet would be a fishing kit, assuming of course you have lakes or bodies of water there.

Not sure what the beasties are in montana ( puma ? bear ? wolf ?) or what the local laws are, but if the local info says its going to be a high risk of running into one, I'd either go elsewhere or seriously think of packing a firearm if the law permitted. And I'd invest in decent maps, a gps and good comms.

a Knife..........

[Hollis]

a Knife..........


Look for something that is designed by Bill Harsey.

[gaijinsamurai]

...or, you might send Henry's Fork a PM. He custom makes quality knives.

[TacoDelRio]

I think he's pulling people's chains.

-Marlin 1895 Guide Gun in .45-70, stainless barrel etc.
-Yamaneko knife
-Flask of Russian Standard

[ebk187]

If I loved my CRKT M16-13SF, what other knives would I enjoy?

[TacoDelRio]

You'd probably lose your mind over everything. CRKT ain't exactly top notch.

[ebk187]

You'd probably lose your mind over everything. CRKT ain't exactly top notch.
I had another CRKT that lasted me a whole deployment in Afghanistan..

[rhino]

opening MRE's and cutting 550 cord aint really a hard work

[MaverickCowboy]

A knife.....

[ebk187]

opening MRE's and cutting 550 cord aint really a hard work
I'm glad your familiar with our SOP, bro.

[TacoDelRio]

I had another CRKT that lasted me a whole deployment in Afghanistan..

Generally, they haven't fared so well. When I sold knives, they were the most returned knife, alongside S&W.

[Walker-69]

Im looking for a good blade that i can go hiking in the montana wilderness with, hard durable. be able to cut multiple tings in the wilderness, maybe stab an animal for survival purposes.

Spyderco Temperance? There's a Spyderco Temperance 2 model that's been on the market for a while, but it's a limited production model. I have two Spyderco Temperances myself (original model).

A bit similar, but bigger, are the different Spyderco Jerry Hossoms. They have been on sale and can be found at real cheap prices on the net:

http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/store_detail.html?s=SPFB18

http://www.cutleryshoppe.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=8250

[Niels]

Feels pretty solid for a $10 knife.

http://img340.imageshack.us/img340/3932/img7689s.jpg
http://img340.imageshack.us/img340/5738/img7696s.jpg

[Walker-69]

Feels pretty solid for a $10 knife.


Yes, I have seen this before somewhere on the net. It's a close copy of the Benchmade Stryker. The Stryker itself is a neat knife, though discontinued and replaced by the Nitrous Stryker. I have a Mini Stryker.

What is really wrong here is that they have used the Benchmade logo and put it right where it's supposed to be on real Benchmades. I'm not blaming you, not at all, it's kind of interesting to see this kind of thing. But what hurts more is when they make copies of rescue knives like the Victorinox Rescue tool; then people might use inferior tools in life-or-death situations.

It's a really blatant copy. But as I said before, I'm not blaming you.:hug:

Edit: -just had a look at my Mini Stryker... the Benchmade logo is a very close copy of the real Benchmade logo. It's absolutely going to fool someone who isn't familiar with Benchmade knives. The one thing that stands out is the serrations. Benchmade serrations are totally different, and that is the biggest giveaway.

[Niels]

Yes, I have seen this before somewhere on the net. It's a close copy of the Benchmade Stryker. The Stryker itself is a neat knife, though discontinued and replaced by the Nitrous Stryker. I have a Mini Stryker.

What is really wrong here is that they have used the Benchmade logo and put it right where it's supposed to be on real Benchmades. I'm not blaming you, not at all, it's kind of interesting to see this kind of thing. But what hurts more is when they make copies of rescue knives like the Victorinox Rescue tool; then people might use inferior tools in life-or-death situations.

It's a really blatant copy. But as I said before, I'm not blaming you.:hug:

Edit: -just had a look at my Mini Stryker... the Benchmade logo is a very close copy of the real Benchmade logo. It's absolutely going to fool someone who isn't familiar with Benchmade knives. The one thing that stands out is the serrations. Benchmade serrations are totally different, and that is the biggest giveaway.
Yeah, it's wrong, but I have no ethics. For a mere 7 euros I could not resist. I'm eager to find out how long it will take before it falls apart. Like you said, it's not advisable to use such cheap copies as proper knives. They're curiosities, really.

Also got this for the same price. I'm sure it's "inspired" by a real brand too, though I don't know which one.

http://img2.imageshack.us/img2/2616/img7690s.jpg

Those crazy Chinese.

[1911-a1]

Niels, dealextreme.com? I bought a fake Böker Subcom from them, and it's ****ing awesome. I think I paid like $5-10.

Since we're talking knives, does anyone know if its worth to drop $100 for this one:
SigTac® SIG SAUER® Folder

http://uppladdning.com/uploads/1254413587238.jpg

[Walker-69]

Since we're talking knives, does anyone know if its worth to drop $100 for this one:
SigTac® SIG SAUER® Folder


A quick google and what do we find:

"The SIG SAUER® Folder takes the lines of the famous SIG SAUER® P226 and blends them into a tough, tanto-style blade design, creating a feeling right at home in the hand and delivering performance paralleling the P226 duty pistol. Blade is made of AUS 8 steel, reversible pocket clip, dual easy opening thumb stud, Zytel grip, liner lock and lanyard hole. Overall length of 8.5” with blade length of 3.34”. Made in Seki, Japan."

The price does not compare favourably with Spydercos. The Sig Sauer folder is made in Seki-City, and many Spyderco models are made in Seki-City. But you can get a Spydie with VG-10 steel for less. AUS-8 steel is OK, but VG-10 is superb.

Then again, Seki-City is maybe the city on this planet where they have the best knife-makers. So, an AUS-8 blade from Seki-City is always going to cost more than an AUS-8 blade from China.

I think it's a specialty product for owners of Sig Sauer pistols. You can get a CRKT AUS-8 folder for a lot less, or get a Spydie for less and have superior steel.

HOWEVER you might find this knife for a much lower price on some other internet store, or EBay. Then it's going to be better value for money.

[1911-a1]

Okay, didn't know about the steel. The main reason I want that knife is because it looks good. I love the handle. Anyway, I guess I'll check ebay etc, can't believe I didn't think about that in the first place.

[Walker-69]

Well you know, AUS-8 is not bad. It's better than 420HC, better than 440A. But it's not a premium steel either.

[Konst]

Katran-2
http://img70.imageshack.us/img70/8367/68923892.jpg

Karatel
http://img98.imageshack.us/img98/3815/img0475enl.jpg

Antiterror
http://img70.imageshack.us/img70/5769/antiterrorknife.jpg

Shaitan
http://img98.imageshack.us/img98/8356/1photobig20060701161046.jpg

Akela
http://img98.imageshack.us/img98/7376/img0451thm.jpg

Vzmah-3
http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/4799/tnsaper.jpg

Smersh-5
http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/4154/smerh517.jpg

Vityaz
http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/7339/melitavityaznr.jpg

[TacoDelRio]

VG-10 > The Universe :-)

Some new knives from Henry's Fork, Yamaneko Knives!

No official name yet, but I'm thinking AVD (Anti-Vato Device)
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PA010067.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PA010068.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PA010073.jpg

An enlarged version of a Kiridashi, a traditional Japanese knife used for everyday tasks. This is a dagger-type knife, built for self-defense instead of everyday practicality, which brings us to..

...the 'Kneck Knife' :-)
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PA010070.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PA010071.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PA010069.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PA010072.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PA010074.jpg

Very very sharp, very practical, and easy to access on a loop of 550 worn as a necklace. I am aware of neck knife 'leashes' or cords, whatever, that would snap, preventing the wearer from being choked with it if they were assaulted. I'm not sure how to do that with a knife with a sheath with excellent retention such as this one. :-) Don't get choked, I guess!

Sorry 'bout the blurry pics. Indoors. Better pics some other time.

Henry's Fork, your knives keep getting better. p-) Can't wait to use them in the woods (though not the AVD yet... right?)

[gaijinsamurai]

Those are some kickass knives, Taco.
I've got three of Henry's knives, and they're great.

[Big Mo]

also great pics....my question is how is the AVDor othes knifes to grip with the cord control?

[rhino]

your spike looks better then my spike:|

[TacoDelRio]

also great pics....my question is how is the AVDor othes knifes to grip with the cord control?

Solid. Japanese-style wrap (Tsuka-ito). Crosses over itself. Basically, every-other wrap is a bend/knot on the sides of the knife.


your spike looks better then my spike

Muahahahahaha! p-)

[Gunge]

@Henrysfork
i really like the kneck knife
whats the weight and thickness?
can you give a link to your website? - not sure if its allowed, if not i'll try to pm you
thx

[gaijinsamurai]

^ I do recommend Henry's knives Gunge. You won't be disappointed!

[TacoDelRio]

The neck knife is nearly 1/4 inch thick.

Some pics I took today on a hike that ended up with me feeling as if there was broken glas in my knee:
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PA020088.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PA020089.jpg
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PA020090.jpg

[Henry's Fork]

Hope your knee is ok Taco. You need some booze, broads an bennies asap!!

Much thanks for tha word and pics. Have the same problem with neckers, dont want to hang myself. I slip a outter tube of 550 around a break away, bead chain, for a lil better piece of mind. Who knows if it works?!!? The Ito came out pretty bueno if doo sayz so.p-)

Gunge, i dont have a website. PM me if ya need anything. That one is from 3/16 stock, dont know the weight, but i dont think it would be a prob lugging it around all day..

rhino, your spike is the first, so that makes it more collectable. Especially if i get known and die of a drug or booze OD. ;)

[TacoDelRio]

I carried the neck knife for a day until I read that it's a friggin' felony to carry any length fixed blade concealed on your person. Lame. Stupid state of California.

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PA020087.jpg

I have it on my belt now. The handle is usually visible.

I have something seriously wrong with my knee. Wish it was simple, but it's the joint itself. I can walk and run OK, but I can't climb... which is what I'm training up for. Murphy.

Like the pics?

[gaijinsamurai]

I carried the neck knife for a day until I read that it's a friggin' felony to carry any length fixed blade concealed on your person. Lame. Stupid state of California.

That's lame. Typical of your state, it seems.


Like the pics?

I'm just glad to took the photo BEFORE you took a leak and left piss stains all over your trousers.

[TacoDelRio]

Oh, that's not urine.

[rhino]

love the pic of the spooning knives Taco:)
they make a beautiful pair

I belive the same law applies in Canada, the knife has to be visible (also if its a folder)



rhino, your spike is the first, so that makes it more collectable. Especially if i get known and die of a drug or booze OD. ;)

dare not, not till I have few more samples of your work
I love how the cutting edge came out on Taco's knife, looks great
(told you you need a website:) better get on it)

[TacoDelRio]

Yo, they've got an appleseed grind, yes?

[rhino]

looks more like chisel grind, very very attractive

[Victory]

Hey guys,

I'm looking to buy an affordable (under $150) breach bar/multi tool.

I came across the KaBar/Becker TacTool, which looks like it fits the bill.

http://img193.imageshack.us/img193/2523/tactool.jpg

They can be found for around $80.00. The reviews I've read have been pretty positive.

Does anyone here have any experience with them?

I'd want a Extrema Ratio RAO 185, but they're out of my price range, for the time being.

-Vic

[gaijinsamurai]

My Gerber MKII, along with its friend.

[TacoDelRio]

Naice!

Message is too short.

[gaijinsamurai]

Your "Yama Nekko" pic inspired me! Unfortunately, I didn't have a big-ass can of Asahi to put next to the blade and gat.

[goat89]

You guys's manly blades just made me less manly. ><

[TacoDelRio]

Hell yeah. I need some more of them bigass $3 liter Asahi's.

[gaijinsamurai]

They're $2.79 up here. And no sales tax!

[TacoDelRio]

I hate you and your freedoms.

[gaijinsamurai]

Come on up!

[TacoDelRio]

I did, I just have to go on my own next time so I can hang out with the cool kids club and do that kinda stuff. :)

[Vidfamne]

http://i38.tinypic.com/21kwe49.jpg
When I'm in the wild I normally use two knives.
The gerber "infantry survival" for more rough activities like chopping wood, building encamptments and so on.
The lighter one is the swedish Mora "2000" it's the standard knife of various forces in Sweden.

[LibertyUnites]

Just to clear up some confusion:

The Gerber LMF II series comes in three styles: ASEK, Survival, and Infantry.

The ASEK comes in foliage green only and is infra-red resistant. The sheath features two leg straps.

The Survival model is available in camel brown only and is not infra-red resistant. The sheath also features two leg straps.

Finally, the Infantry model is available in a foliage green, camel brown, and black. The sheath has only one leg strap.



Many stores do not even know the difference and constantly mislabel them. When I got my crap issued out with no knife in flight school I started doing my research. I'm still on the wall between the Gerber ASEK and Ontario ASEK... I used the Ontario knife in SERE and thought it was great... even after class after class of abuse!

[tercio67]

my new KCT-002-1 from Hill knives;

http://img28.imageshack.us/img28/7396/hillkniveskct0021.th.jpg (http://img28.imageshack.us/i/hillkniveskct0021.jpg/)

[OMON]

how much did u paid for it? and can u post more pics?

[Diogenes]

my new KCT-002-1 from Hill knives;

http://img28.imageshack.us/img28/7396/hillkniveskct0021.th.jpg (http://img28.imageshack.us/i/hillkniveskct0021.jpg/)

i remember their SOK knife tested by NATO LRRPS

[Henry's Fork]

Nice knife Tercio.

Gaijin, how do you like that grip on the new MK2. Looks a bit fatter than the older ones!?

[gaijinsamurai]

It's okay. I never had one of the older ones, but to be honest with you, it SEEMS cheaper.

[tercio67]

how much did u paid for it? and can u post more pics?

I paid €340.

Aibeethoven was in Rotterdam to buy a SOK and when he was there he phoned me if he should pick up the KCT for me.

The main difference between the KCT and the SOK is that the SOK has a more pointed tip in order to puncture things more easaly (the SOK is an adaptation of the KCT for Dutch SF).

It feels, and handles, good.

(about photo's, I will see what I can come up with)

http://img194.imageshack.us/img194/3186/hillkniveskct0021insche.th.jpg (http://img194.imageshack.us/i/hillkniveskct0021insche.jpg/)

[gaz]

I bought one of these a few weeks ago -

http://img36.imageshack.us/img36/233/3923.jpg (http://img36.imageshack.us/i/3923.jpg/)

For my purposes it's ideal, feels relatively well made despite the low cost (£5.95 or less than 10USD), it sits on my keys without me actually noticing it's there until I need it and since it'll never really be used for heavy duty work (Just opening boxes and the like) I don't really have to worry about it being too small for the job.

[kayaker]

That looks like a great buy gaz, just something I am looking for. Where did you get it?

[gaz]

Heinnie Haynes (http://www.heinnie.com/fqvni8567249/Knives/-UK-Legal-Carry/Spyderco/Spyderco-Bug/p-92-641-658-3923/).

[Aibeethoven]

From another thread.


This is my collection.
From left to right:

Dutch Army issue 1989 (gift from my neighbor when he retired from active service)
Dutch Army issue, new type (+ 2000 I guess)
Dutch Army issue, even newer type...
Ontario Air Force Survival knife
Böker US M3 (the first item of my WW2 gear of the reenactment jumps)
I use the one with the cord with my BDU's and the Ontario.
http://i964.photobucket.com/albums/ae124/Aibeethoven/Messen.jpg

I've sold the Ontario and I'm selling the Böker.

[Aibeethoven]

I now have got a brand new SOK (Special Operations Knives) from Hill Knives.
It comes with a sheath and diamond sharpener. In the pocket I've put an magnesium fire starter.
http://i964.photobucket.com/albums/ae124/Aibeethoven/SOKHillKnives.jpg
The knive with sheath
http://i964.photobucket.com/albums/ae124/Aibeethoven/SOKHillKnives3.jpg
http://i964.photobucket.com/albums/ae124/Aibeethoven/SOKHillKnives1.jpg
The complete system:
http://i964.photobucket.com/albums/ae124/Aibeethoven/SOKHillKnives4.jpg

[TacoDelRio]

SOG also makes multitools.
http://sogknives.com/store/tools.html

[Walker-69]

SOG also makes multitools.
http://sogknives.com/store/tools.html

SOG is good value for money. Recommended.

Victorinox might make the multi-tools with the highest mechanical quality. I am not referring to their Swiss Army knives, Victorinox also make Leatherman-style multi-tools in two sizes. Google for 'swisstool'.

The cool thing about SOG is the "compound leverage" thing, it's kinda like gears built into the pliers. It's not perfect but it suits me.

[Big Mo]

SOG is good value for money. Recommended.

Victorinox might make the multi-tools with the highest mechanical quality. I am not referring to their Swiss Army knives, Victorinox also make Leatherman-style multi-tools in two sizes. Google for 'swisstool'.

The cool thing about SOG is the "compound leverage" thing, it's kinda like gears built into the pliers. It's not perfect but it suits me.

just like thi one...i own it now for over 7years and it never let me down...

[ktk.ace]

From another thread.


I've sold the Ontario and I'm selling the Böker.

mind if i ask you, is the newest dutch knife(victoorinox) worth it at 30 bucks?

Any perks/ problems?

[tercio67]

mind if i ask you, is the newest dutch knife(victoorinox) worth it at 30 bucks?

Any perks/ problems?

The going pice (Dutch army catalog) is €8 and 15 cents.
This includes shipping to an adress of choice.
(For serving Dutch military personell)

[Aibeethoven]

The going pice (Dutch army catalog) is €8 and 15 cents.
This includes shipping to an adress of choice.
(For serving Dutch military personell)

Should we tell him it s*cks?

[Aibeethoven]

My Leatherman Wave and bitset.
http://i964.photobucket.com/albums/ae124/Aibeethoven/Leatherman.jpg

http://i964.photobucket.com/albums/ae124/Aibeethoven/Leatherman1.jpg

http://i964.photobucket.com/albums/ae124/Aibeethoven/Leatherman2.jpg

(Yes I know some pieces in the bitset are upside down...)p-)

[tercio67]

Should we tell him it s*cks?

I think you just did :)

[TheSteve]

I know the legality of switch blades vary from state to state, but does anyone have any recommendations on where to buy a decent spring loaded blade? Or any good store (online or not) for that matter.

Thanks.

[Chulo]

I know the legality of switch blades vary from state to state, but does anyone have any recommendations on where to buy a decent spring loaded blade? Or any good store (online or not) for that matter.

Thanks.
Switchblade? like spring assisted hidden in the handle type? Illegal in u.s

Federal law

The Switchblade Act, (Pub.L. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_law_%28United_States%29) 85-623, 72 Stat. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Statutes_at_Large) 562, enacted on August 12 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/August_12), 1958 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1958), and codified in 15 U.S.C. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Title_15_of_the_United_States_Code) § 1241 (http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/15/1241.html)–1245 (http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/15/1245.html)), prohibits possession on Federal lands, Indian reservations, military bases, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and other protectorates. It prohibits manufacture and sale of switchblades in interstate commerce.[6] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Switchblades#cite_note-Walker-5) The act was amended in 1986 to also restrict ballistic knives (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ballistic_knife). Federal law controls Federal aspects only, and does not mandate prohibition within an individual state. It does say specified knives can not be mailed through the U.S.Postal Service, and provides penalty exceptions for other common carriers/shipping companies doing normal business.[6] (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Switchblades#cite_note-Walker-5)
18 U.S.C. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Title_18_of_the_United_States_Code) § 1716(g)(2) (http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/18/1716%28g%29%282%29.html) provides this summary:
Federal law prohibits shipment of automatic knives across state lines, with the following exceptions: Switchblade knives can be shipped: (1) to civilian or Armed Forces supply or procurement officers and employees of the Federal Government ordering, procuring, or purchasing such knives in connection with the activities of the Federal Government; (2) to supply or procurement officers of the National Guard, the Air National guard, or militia of a state, territory or the District of Columbia ordering, procuring, or purchasing such knives in the connection with the activities of such organization; (3) to supply or procurement officers or employees of the municipal government of the District of Columbia or the government of any State or Territory, or any county, city or other political subdivision of a State or Territory; procuring or purchasing such knives in connection with the activities of such government. (4) to manufacturers of such knives or bona fide dealers therein in connection with any shipment made pursuant of an order from any person designated in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3).
15 U.S.C. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Title_15_of_the_United_States_Code) § 1244 (http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/15/1244.html) provides, in summary: Knives can be shipped by common carrier, that sale, transportation or distribution, possession or introduction into interstate commerce of switchblade knives is authorized if it is pursuant to a contract with the armed forces or any member or employee thereof acting in the performance of his or her duty may possess switchblade knives and may have them shipped to him and sold to him or her. The possession and transportation upon his or her person of a switchblade knife or a blade 3 inches or less is authorized to any handicap individual who has the use of only one arm.


Assisted open where it switch opens (rather than springs open) is not illegal (within reason)
Difference between Switchblade and Spring assist
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uUUS4gQteBE

[TheSteve]

Thanks for clearing it up, I knew about the '58 law, I suppose I'm looking for a spring assisted and not a switch blade. Seems to be a very thin line between the two.

[kayaker]

Heinnie Haynes (http://www.heinnie.com/fqvni8567249/Knives/-UK-Legal-Carry/Spyderco/Spyderco-Bug/p-92-641-658-3923/).

cheers matey :)

[hogdriver]

I have a question. Anyone knows how you can best sharpen your knife?:oops:
(I mean how exactly)

[tercio67]

I have a question. Anyone knows how you can best sharpen your knife?:oops:
(I mean how exactly)

series of youtube videos on sharpening knives
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1l8I--McvQ

[Paulinski]

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e193/Dragnaath/LatestHaul.jpg

[TacoDelRio]

Busse! (Yes?)

I need a "glorified machete" like that, with a slight curve to it.

[Henry's Fork]

^Not Busse. Sensei Jeremy Horten. His knives are bomb proof, door poppin razors. He is the King of sharpened crowbars.

Sweet score Paulinski.

But since he wont sell me anymore of his knives, ;) i have been stuck buying Busse and kin. rofl

And speaking of wich, about to go place a order for a Bushwacker Mistress.

Might want to check them out Taco, nice big blade of INFI thats light and quick. And one of the best priced Busse knives i have seen lately.

[TacoDelRio]

I was close. Couldn't find anything online. I'm still brainstorming on what features I'd incorporate in a large knife meant for dealing with heavy brush and "stuff".

[RBull]

a friend picked up this knife at a gunshow and was told by the seller that it was from either Uzbekistan or Azerbaijan. what say you members of MP.NET?????

thanks for any and all info,
~waruironin

Nope, this is Czech UTON knife produced by Mikov company. Produced since 80's, originally for some branches of Czechoslovakian Army and police. It is still produced and used, although sometimes being replaced by better and more expensive (custom made) tools like this: http://www.knives.cz/foto/hi/charon_a.gif

[MOKA.ROUX]

just got one of these badboys Blackhawk UK Special Forces Knife (http://www.body-armour-protection.co.uk/buy/blackhawk-uk-special-forces-knife.html) not a bad looking fella, razor sharp and good weight :-0

[Walker-69]

I have a question. Anyone knows how you can best sharpen your knife?:oops:
(I mean how exactly)


I don't know whether this is exactly what you are looking for, but the DMT Aligner kit is good for both beginner and hard knife user. Here's the web page:

http://www.dmtsharp.com/products/other.htm

Scroll the page down a little bit to find the Aligner.

I have one and I'm very happy with it, I should maybe do a review of it here some time. Yes I should, it's just a matter of time and energy.

[TacoDelRio]

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PB010350.jpg

[Soldat_Américain]

Anyone have any Cold Steel knives stuff?

[TacoDelRio]

I've had a few. Always super sharp. Inexpensive. I'd rather have other knives, but for the value, it's hard to beat most of their lineup. Their SRK is kind of a perfect knife for most outdoors survival stuff.

[gaijinsamurai]

I've got an SRK. Not a bad knife.

[TacoDelRio]

I've got an SRK. Not a bad knife.

Spread your lies elsewhere. p-)

[gaijinsamurai]

I've had a few. Always super sharp. Inexpensive...

Yours are just the airsoft versions. We're adults in this thread, discussing real blades.

[hogdriver]

series of youtube videos on sharpening knives
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1l8I--McvQ




I don't know whether this is exactly what you are looking for, but the DMT Aligner kit is good for both beginner and hard knife user. Here's the web page:

http://www.dmtsharp.com/products/other.htm

Scroll the page down a little bit to find the Aligner.

I have one and I'm very happy with it, I should maybe do a review of it here some time. Yes I should, it's just a matter of time and energy.

Thanks for the links!

[TacoDelRio]

yours are just the airsoft versions. We're adults in this thread, discussing real blades.

HAAHAH yes!

<3

[pascalywood]

Anyone tried the LMF II yet?

[phigment]

Anyone tried the LMF II yet?
I've had mine for about a year. It's a good hard use knife if you can find one cheap. I got mine for about $50.00 in brand new condition. The edge holds well with repeated use in the field and it's really solid with that thick spine. I've split wood with it, dressed animals, and done a number of other things with it all in one trip without any problems. If it starts to lose a good edge in the field the v-sharpener in the scabbard does a decent job of getting it back in shape until you can properly sharpen it with a stone. Overall a really good knife for the money.

[Raw1]

Anyone tried the LMF II yet?

Very nice knife from Gerber, i love mine.

[Walker-69]

www.knifeworks.com is selling the Spyderco Centofante 4 for $33.95

http://i403.photobucket.com/albums/pp114/arvi_net/Centofante4.jpg

This is one of my all-time favourite knives. It is more of a "gentleman's knife" than a tactical knife. The blade shape is very good for certain duties, like opening boxes and plastics. It might not be very good as an all-purpose knife though. I think the potential buyer should look at it as a "number 2" knife rather than an "only knife". It could also complement a Swiss Army knife very well, for everyday use.

The Centofante 4 is an impeccable design. It just feels sooo good in the hand. The steel is VG-10. The knife is quite thin and light, and it is a very good slicer.

The Centofante 4 is being discontinued now, but there might be a lot of them left in the warehouses, so it might be possible to find good deals in other shops too.

www.knifeworks.com is also selling Spyderco Jerry Hossoms at very nice prices. They can also be found in other places at very good discount prices.

[Henry's Fork]

Spyderco Centofante 4

Just got mine in the mail. My second centofante. Love em, the thin blade stays stupid sharp, VG10 a run tings! Cant beat the price either, should pick up a back up.

http://img509.imageshack.us/img509/1804/001uq.png (http://img509.imageshack.us/i/001uq.png/)

[Walker-69]

Some people have really good taste. Mind you, you can find a similar knife from a different maker, a "Centofante" model with the same blade shape, but it's not VG-10. I am sure it's a good knife, I wouldn't mind owning one, it's cheaper still... but this Spydie is excellent value for a VG-10 knife.

[sauerstoff]

Centofante is a pretty folder. But I prefer prioritize the SD folders.
BTW, anyone have some opnion abou SOG Aegis ?
Thanks

[Hispeed1]

Anyone have any Cold Steel knives stuff?

Had one of their fixed-blade tanto knives-they're ok for the price.

[Henry's Fork]

Centofante is a pretty folder. But I prefer prioritize the SD folders.
BTW, anyone have some opnion abou SOG Aegis ?
Thanks

Yes it is. Like Walker said, its one of the best "gentlemans folders" that spyderco makes. So light and slim you forget about it being there.

My opinion on the Aegis, is that i want one. :)

[Henry's Fork]

If anyone wants a bombproof bowie, Scrap Yard knives should be coming out with this bad boy sometime in the near future, i hope.

I got one to beta test a while back. They are all that and a bag of chips. The grip is extra comfy, no vibration or stings when chopping or hitting something very hard.

This one is being donated to a buddy who should be getting his deployment info soon. MRE's, boxes and crates should all tremble in fear if this knife comes to town.

http://img28.imageshack.us/img28/9254/p8220979.jpg (http://img28.imageshack.us/i/p8220979.jpg/)

[goat89]

Keep it coming old timers, I want to get one later in life... maybe when I am in NS back home... ><

[sauerstoff]

Interesting finishing on blade, what's up with it?

[Henry's Fork]

Interesting finishing on blade, what's up with it?

Its crinkle coat, a powder epoxy resin. The blade is made of tool steel, which rusts quick, so a coating protects it from the elements. I dont mind coatings on my knives, some people do, not a deciding factor for me. With use it comes off anyway.

[Maine Finn]

Here's a question anyone who collects 'antique' knives and bayonets. I've got a 1907 SMLE bayonet that I want to clean up some. It's in pretty good shape but there are some minor signs of wear and usage on it, but no rust on the bayonet itself. It does have some grease in and around the screws in the handle, and also in the notch for the bayonet lug. There's a small bit of grease on the scabbard too.

Any thoughts on how to safely clean it up?

[rhino]

Here's a question anyone who collects 'antique' knives and bayonets. I've got a 1907 SMLE bayonet that I want to clean up some. It's in pretty good shape but there are some minor signs of wear and usage on it, but no rust on the bayonet itself. It does have some grease in and around the screws in the handle, and also in the notch for the bayonet lug. There's a small bit of grease on the scabbard too.

Any thoughts on how to safely clean it up?

its simple really, pretty much like the firearms;

dont point it at things/people you dont intend to skew
before disassemly make sure its not attached to a loaded/unloaded firearm
keep fingers away from sharp edges

and you should be finep-)

[usm2b]

Hey guys,

I'm looking for a good survival knife. Preferably with a serrated edge, and it must be a folding knife for safety.

I like CRKT M16 series, but I've seen a couple people bad mouth them as I occasionally flip through this thread. Just looking for options.

Thanks gents.

[TacoDelRio]

Any length requirements or preferances?

Ones that you might like that pop into my head:
-SOG Flash
-SOG Trident (personal fave, though I don't like "the groove")
-Spyderco Paramilitary
-Benchmade Pardue or Osborne series

[Hammer27]

http://inlinethumb44.webshots.com/45931/2754895950101080816S600x600Q85.jpg (http://outdoors.webshots.com/photo/2754895950101080816BRxEvo)

[OMON]

Hey guys,

I'm looking for a good survival knife. Preferably with a serrated edge, and it must be a folding knife for safety.

I like CRKT M16 series, but I've seen a couple people bad mouth them as I occasionally flip through this thread. Just looking for options.

Thanks gents.
you sure u dont want an fixed blade +sheath?

[Sang]

Hey, I'm looking for a cheap-ish knife for use in the Finnish Army, as I'll be "joining" in January.

Use would most likely to be, well, a camping knife. Opening stuff, cutting stuff, some woodwork I guess, stuff like that. So no need for a rambo knife with 25 cm blade. Price around 25-50 euros, fixed blade. I guess straight edge would be the best for my needs?

I've been looking at Fällkniven and Marttiini, any model or (other) brand suggestions? I've been also looking at the Finnish Sissipuukko (ranger knife), but it's a little pricey at around 70 euros.

[eques]

Use would most likely to be, well, a camping knife. Opening stuff, cutting stuff, some woodwork I guess, stuff like that. So no need for a rambo knife with 25 cm blade. Price around 25-50 euros, fixed blade. I guess straight edge would be the best for my needs?
hmm Benchmade Rant MDP (~50$+ ~10$ shipping)?

[Walker-69]

Maybe a scandi knife (puukko) is the way to go in the Finnish army. That is the traditional knife and then people won't laugh at you and call you a 'rambo' or something. Check out www.puukkosivut.net. I would recommend old-school carbon steel (hiiliteräs), since it gets far sharper than cheap stainless (ruostumaton). 20-30 euros will get you a very good carbon steel puukko.

[Walker-69]

Use would most likely to be, well, a camping knife. Opening stuff, cutting stuff, some woodwork I guess, stuff like that. So no need for a rambo knife with 25 cm blade. Price around 25-50 euros, fixed blade. I guess straight edge would be the best for my needs?


Another suggestion... something like this?

http://www.varuste.net/tuotetiedot2.asp?_prodid=2713&nimi=Victorinox+Finlandia+Patrol

These modern big Vics have a locking blade, which is always a good thing.

[Sang]

Another suggestion... something like this?

http://www.varuste.net/tuotetiedot2.asp?_prodid=2713&nimi=Victorinox+Finlandia+Patrol

These modern big Vics have a locking blade, which is always a good thing.

I already have a multitool so no need for another one, but thanks for the other site, I'll check it out.

[OMON]

does anyone own a benchmade k5 tactical? wanna know bow the knife is and especialy the sheath

[Henry's Fork]

A couple of Kukri from Nepal. My first Kuk's and i am very impressed, no wonder the Ghurkas are feared, one hit from a Kuk and you are done.

http://img686.imageshack.us/img686/6507/pc110005.jpg (http://img686.imageshack.us/i/pc110005.jpg/)

http://img704.imageshack.us/img704/7672/pc110014e.jpg (http://img704.imageshack.us/i/pc110014e.jpg/)

[TacoDelRio]

NAICE!!!!!!

Like.

[gaijinsamurai]

Kukris are cool! I'll have to take a pic of mine and post it.

[TacoDelRio]

Kukris are cool! I'll have to take a pic of mine and post it.

No. You can't.

[CASQUIS]

what about a black bear or a classic K-Bar?

http://www.northamericanknives.com/files/1788248/uploaded/14BBCJ.jpg

http://www.northamericanknives.com/files/1788248/uploaded/KB1256.jpg

[TacoDelRio]

what about a black bear or a classic K-Bar?

They are knives.

[gaijinsamurai]

They are sharp.

[TacoDelRio]

They are sharp.

Knives is sharp.

[gaijinsamurai]

They are sharp as knives.

[OMON]

They are sharp as knives.

thats a sharp one!

[CASQUIS]

you guys are looking sharp

[gaijinsamurai]

Sharpe would approve.....

[pazzo]

Strider BN

http://i207.photobucket.com/albums/bb4/mezz0italiano/IMG_5025.jpg

[TacoDelRio]

Strider BN

Is sharp, yus?

[Carib]

http://media.rei.com/media/566274.jpg (http://www.rei.com/features/zoom.html?img440=/media/566274%26style=727699%26sku=7276990012&imageServiceHost=http://www.rei.com/&productInfoServiceHost=http://www.rei.com/&TB_iframe=true&height=513&width=700)
Gerber Suspension Multi-Pliers

Just bought this today at the PX for $25. I'd done some research on it before I got it. Anyone have any reviews for it? Also looking into getting a Gerber Kiowa knife or a Benchmade Griptilian...

[rhino]

looks sharp

[gaijinsamurai]

You've got a sharp eye for quality, Carib.

[Henry's Fork]

LMFAO

Sharp is overrated hype.

[TacoDelRio]

Pretty sharp advice there, Hoss.

[gaijinsamurai]

Are sharp things allowed in California?

[rhino]

lowblow
http://www.youtube.com/v/vF4iWIE77Ts

[TacoDelRio]

Only these sharp things:
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/IMGP3821.jpg

Everything else is made of Nerf.

[Henry's Fork]

....or airsoft....:-(

[TacoDelRio]

I'd like to see an airsoft knife. Can you design one? Would the blade shatter into BB's upon shanking an 'enemy'?

[rhino]

I'd like to see an airsoft knife. Can you design one? Would the blade shatter into BB's upon shanking an 'enemy'?

Ill sell you a pair for $50, shipping included:)
http://img192.imageshack.us/img192/9587/evafoamswordfss030025.jpg

[Henry's Fork]

Good idea, but. Them airsofters would still cheat and say the knife BB's missed them. Also, since Delta or SEALS dont carry them, nobody would buy them if i made it.:-(

Now paintball is another story. Huge 9 inch paintbrush bowie would run tings.

[TacoDelRio]

What about WWII reenactments? Japanese officers charging with Katana? :-)

[Henry's Fork]

That pic got me thinking.....never go hiking with Taco.

You have to be OG to climb a icewall in a storm, wearing only a t-shirt, jeans and Nike air shock running shoes.

[TacoDelRio]

It's not THAT steep: http://www.summitpost.org/route/389494/Lightning-Couloir-260M-AI2-.html

Too hot to wear layers when you're moving about. Gotta regulate. Hot weather running shirt FTW.

[theholeinthedonut]

That pic got me thinking.....never go hiking with Taco.

You have to be OG to climb a icewall in a storm, wearing only a t-shirt, jeans and Nike air shock running shoes.

Imagine the pic turn 90 degree clockwise.... or turn your head 90 degree anti-clockwise and have a second look at the pic ;-)

[gaijinsamurai]

Looks like there's a blade to go with Blood Diamond Pants:

http://www.militaryphotos.net/forums/showthread.php?t=170617

[TacoDelRio]

BDK

Weapon of choice of the legendary Rhodesian Mega-Sergeant Leonard Carp.

[OMON]

does anyone know a knife that is or looks like this one?

http://i46.tinypic.com/bgwj9t.jpg

[Hammer27]

does anyone know a knife that is or looks like this one?

http://i46.tinypic.com/bgwj9t.jpg

Blackhawk Tatang

https://www.officeroutfitter.com/zencart/images/BH15TT10BK.jpg

[OMON]

thanks dude!

[TacoDelRio]

Hey Ramirez, go take out that guard.

[goat89]

Hey Ramirez, go take out that guard.
Hey Ramirez, go run to that diner and hold off those waves of Spetsnaz.

[TacoDelRio]

Hey Ramirez, go run to that diner and hold off those waves of Spetsnaz.

Ramirez, hurry up and stab the moon with your Blood Diamond Pants Knife!

[OMON]

Hey Ramirez, go take out that guard.

thats Soap/capt mactavish

[kayaker]

does anyone know a knife that is or looks like this one?

http://i46.tinypic.com/bgwj9t.jpg

Whats the image from?

[OMON]

Whats the image from?

cod modern warfare 2

[TacoDelRio]

thats Soap/capt mactavish

GOD DAMMIT

*commits seppuku*

Hello, Yamaneko Everyday Wonderful Happy Service Smile Knife!
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PC150860.jpg

[goat89]

GOD DAMMIT
*commits seppuku*
Hello, Yamaneko Everyday Wonderful Happy Service Smile Knife!

Nice knife! Interesting design...
Its Soap to be exact. MacTavish is on your right. :D

[Soldat_Américain]

GOD DAMMIT

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y222/TacoDelRio/PC150860.jpg

Taco, who the **** pays for all of your mountaineering equipment?

[goat89]

Taco, who the **** pays for all of your mountaineering equipment?
Macs. Hes just over the border.
:O

[TacoDelRio]

I'd never buy from the Germans. They don't have souls.

I pay for my gear. Took a long f*cking time to acquire what I haven't idiotically sold off (post injury stupidity).

[Hollis]

I'd never buy from the Germans. They don't have souls.

I pay for my gear. Took a long f*cking time to acquire what I haven't idiotically sold off (post injury stupidity).


For technical stuff, I would put my money on hammers. Axes can be kept simple and less expensive.

Le Grand Tour is a nice way to get familiar with the pros and cons of a Axe. But when it gets vertical, hammers are better, IMHO.


BTW, Ice Climbing in Oregon is done mostly in the Summer, when the glaciers open up. Serac Ice.................. is so easy and fun.


Psst at altitude, meat is a no no.

[TacoDelRio]

For technical stuff, I would put my money on hammers. Axes can be kept simple and less expensive.

Le Grand Tour is a nice way to get familiar with the pros and cons of a Axe. But when it gets vertical, hammers are better, IMHO.


BTW, Ice Climbing in Oregon is done mostly in the Summer, when the glaciers open up. Serac Ice.................. is so easy and fun.


Psst at altitude, meat is a no no.

Meat tips... why's that? Body can't process it?

[Hollis]

Meat tips... why's that? Body can't process it?


It can help in causing AMS,S steals Oxygen. Complex protein takes more O2 to break down and digest. Only nuts to worry about is cashew.

A little fish helps too. depends on length of climb and altitude. Carbo and water.. for altitude.

[TacoDelRio]

Fish = good?

Altitudes here are all 14k and less. I'm not so hot with nutrition yet. Hehe.

[Hollis]

Fish = good?

Altitudes here are all 14k and less. I'm not so hot with nutrition yet. Hehe.


A good book, is "MOUNTAINEERING, Freedom of the Hills,"


Garlic.......... is wonderful. A friend (Famous person) attributed garlic to her ascent of Mt. Everest.

[TacoDelRio]

Never heard of the book.

If I catch you staring at my meat one more time... ;-)

Do they make a lighter version of Garlic? I want to cut down on the weight of my gear.

[Hollis]

Never heard of the book.

If I catch you staring at my meat one more time... ;-)

Do they make a lighter version of Garlic? I want to cut down on the weight of my gear.



Garlic does some really great cardiovascular stuff.

Pasta dinner,

Slice garlic thin, about a head per person.

Saute in olive oil (1/8 -1/4 cup per person) to a light tan.

Add in cooked pasta and mix. Add in fresh Parmesan cheese and eat.

Major go food.

[TacoDelRio]

Sounds damn good.

Garlic apparently helps with herpes. Kill two birds with one stone, eh?

[gaijinsamurai]

Is that one of Henry's Fork's knives, Taco?

[TacoDelRio]

Is that one of Henry's Fork's knives, Taco?

Yup. I had the Anti-Vato Device in my pack, but didn't take it out for a picture. Brought it up specifically to take a hero shot of it with some dramatic backdrop.

[gaijinsamurai]

"anti-vato" device.

Lol!!!!

[Ghostryder]

I had one of these for about three months before it was lost/stolen, fantastic knife and I'm strongly considering buying another

http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/8030/2542large1.jpg (http://img97.imageshack.us/i/2542large1.jpg/)

unless anyone has a better idea....?

[gaijinsamurai]

^ If YOU like it, then that's the important thing!

[Ghostryder]

I'm special!

but not special enough for a strider

[Birsanc]

I had one of these for about three months before it was lost/stolen, fantastic knife and I'm strongly considering buying another

http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/8030/2542large1.jpg (http://img97.imageshack.us/i/2542large1.jpg/)

unless anyone has a better idea....?


Should hurry, as they are being discontinued for 2010. (Caly3 PlainEdge, as pictured)

[TacoDelRio]

Pfff, I'd rather have that Spyderco than a Strider.

[Ghostryder]

Pfff, I'd rather have that Spyderco than a Strider.

Ok, I'll trade you

[TacoDelRio]

Ok, I'll trade you

Too late, I've got both.