EDC knives?

[LaP]

It's been said that most gun-people are also knife-people. So, what's in your pocket?

I rotate 3 folders for my EDC. First up is a Hogue EX01 with a 3.5" blade of 154CM steel. It's got a button lock and a slide safety. Designed by Allen Elishewitz. This is my Go-To knife.
Next up is a Spyderco Manix 2. A 3.5 inch blade of 154CM steel wrapped in nicely gimped G10 handles.
The final knife is a 0350 Zero Tolerance 3.25" assisted opener. This stout blade is made of S30V steel and is built like that famous brick outhouse.:cool:

With each knife I get different advantages and trade offs. Each one rides in my left hand pocket (NOTHING else is in there but the knife) I consider them to be backups for whatever pistol or revolver I'm toting around.
Someone once said "A knife never runs out of ammo." They give me a handy tool and another option for self defense.

So, what's hiding in your pocket?

[cgo99]

Too much stuff in my pockets already so this days I'm carrying a lightweight Kershaw Skyline and sometimes my ESEE Izula.

[ripley16]

So, what's hiding in your pocket?

It's little but much more useful than it looks. The knife is little and useful too. :D

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i186/ripley16/zz.jpg

[knkali]

The M21-04G by CRKT with a 4 inch nitride coated spear point, flipper activated, hollow ground, "v" edged blade, 4 point carry G10 handle. Also in my left pocket with nothing else.

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc402/kahrp40/IMG_20110715_064123.jpg

[JFootin]

It's been said that most gun-people are also knife-people. So, what's in your pocket?

I rotate 3 folders for my EDC. First up is a Hogue EX01 with a 3.5" blade of 154CM steel. It's got a button lock and a slide safety. Designed by Allen Elishewitz. This is my Go-To knife.
Next up is a Spyderco Manix 2. A 3.5 inch blade of 154CM steel wrapped in nicely gimped G10 handles.
The final knife is a 0350 Zero Tolerance 3.25" assisted opener. This stout blade is made of S30V steel and is built like that famous brick outhouse.:cool:

With each knife I get different advantages and trade offs. Each one rides in my left hand pocket (NOTHING else is in there but the knife) I consider them to be backups for whatever pistol or revolver I'm toting around.
Someone once said "A knife never runs out of ammo." They give me a handy tool and another option for self defense.

So, what's hiding in your pocket?

http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee486/John_England/Miscellanious%20Guns%20and%20Holsters/ermey-weapon.jpg

[Thunder71]

Kershaw Oso Sweet

I also have a CRKT MK16-13z in the vehicle.

[knkali]

LaP,

Looks like you are a fan of the drop point blade shape unless the Hougue is a tanto style. You are right, each blade has something different to bring to the table. Havent found the one perfect knife that has it all for me.

[knkali]

http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee486/John_England/Miscellanious%20Guns%20and%20Holsters/ermey-weapon.jpg




Better get on this or Jfootin's sarg will mess you up.

[LaP]

If I could get the attachment to work, I would post the picture.... but, NOOO. It won't copy it. Yes I did look up the help thread on posting pictures. I just can't seem to do it.:confused:

[knkali]

If I could get the attachment to work, I would post the picture.... but, NOOO. It won't copy it. Yes I did look up the help thread on posting pictures. I just can't seem to do it.:confused:

info on this thread worked for me:

http://kahrtalk.com/showthread.php?t=7716

[LaP]

http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m600/PhilLaP/3Knives4.jpg

I've got my fingers crossed. Here it goes.

[knkali]

you did it!

Always liked the sypderco.....they do it right from the multifunctional blade shape to handle shape ergonomics to the jimping. Always wished they had more clip mounting positions though. I am not good with quick opening with thumb studs or holes unless assisted opening is there to help.

I like the deep belly on the top knife's blade (cant remember the name of it sorry). That generates extra edge speed when cutting and looks bad *** too.

Please rate them for me as to which is your most favorite to least and why.

[Ljutic]

I'm a total slacker when it comes to taking along a knife and light. Fixed that this weekend so hopefully my Benchmade mini Stryker will be with me more frequently. At least it will be when I am wearing pants with a cargo pocket.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v391/BDSBruce/Blog%20Photos/5b043670.jpg+http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v391/BDSBruce/Blog%20Photos/bb49b5bc.jpg

[knkali]

I thought the mini stryker was discontinued. How old is that blade? Is that model an assisted opener?

BTW where was that knife made?

[hdsteve69]

CRKT Sting fixed blade blade is 3 3/8" long . I got sick of carrying a knife in my pocket never seems like I could get it out fast and it was always in the way every time I reached in my pocket for anything other than the knife. The sting goes in a nylon covered plastic sheath that the knife snaps into .It came with a thigh rig but I adapted it to go on my belt from parts of the rig.

[LaP]

Please rate them for me as to which is your most favorite to least and why.

The middle knife, Hogue (they are also the handgun grip company) is my favorite at this time. It opens like smooth butter and then the lock snaps it in position. It handles very easily and every edge is rounded for a comfortable hold. The blade holds an edge very well and a Spyderco EdgeMaker puts a keen razor edge on it. The price was about $150 at Knifeworks.com.
The Zero Tolerence is a bit heavy in my pocket. It is an assisted opening knife that pops open with authority. The price was right at about $110. I had to have it.
The Manix 2 is my in-between blade. It fits my hands very well and the G10 has just enough texturing for a solid grip. The blade can be made scary sharp. I like that.:D Price was about $80 at Amazon.com.
I've got a bunch of other less expensive/ lower quality knives that I use occassionally, but these three just keep finding their way into my pocket.

[knkali]

http://www.foxcutlery.com/k/en/eur/products/mma/product_search_1.html?idcategory=1&q=karambit&imageField.x=0&imageField.y=0

I carried this for a long time. I try to buy USA made stuff but this knife was a pretty good value for this style. Not as well made as the aforementioned knives but it sat well in the pocket, had 2 position clip carry oprions and deployed like lightening with the emmerson wave feature. The steel was not all that though. I gave it away but kind of miss it. For my training the conventional blade shape is more practical so that is why I stopped carrying it.

[knkali]

The middle knife, Hogue (they are also the handgun grip company) is my favorite at this time. It opens like smooth butter and then the lock snaps it in position. It handles very easily and every edge is rounded for a comfortable hold. The blade holds an edge very well and a Spyderco EdgeMaker puts a keen razor edge on it. The price was about $150 at Knifeworks.com.
The Zero Tolerence is a bit heavy in my pocket. It is an assisted opening knife that pops open with authority. The price was right at about $110. I had to have it.
The Manix 2 is my in-between blade. It fits my hands very well and the G10 has just enough texturing for a solid grip. The blade can be made scary sharp. I like that.:D Price was about $80 at Amazon.com.
I've got a bunch of other less expensive/ lower quality knives that I use occassionally, but these three just keep finding their way into my pocket.

Never would have thought that one was the number one. I wonder who makes that for Hogue.

[LaP]

Fox knives have a fairly good reputation. They make good solid knifes at affordable prices. That's always a good deal.

[Ljutic]

I thought the mini stryker was discontinued. How old is that blade? Is that model an assisted opener?

BTW where was that knife made?

I'm not a knife geek so I'm not sure if the mini Stryker is active or discontinued. I picked it up a last year or the year before. I don't exactly remember when. It looked good and felt even better so it picked me. It does have the nitrous assist. The box says made in USA.

I really like the Kershaw Leek and it's assisted opening system, but find them to be heavy for their size and the scales lack grip.

[LaP]

Never would have thought that one was the number one. I wonder who makes that for Hogue.

According to Allen Elisewitz, he designed it and Hogue did the entire production in-house. They plan on making more models in the future. For their first effort, I'd say they did an excellent job.
TACTICAL KNIVES did a cover story on this knife a few moths ago. After doing a little more research, I bought one and have been thouroghly pleased. I may be getting the Tanto version with their "G-Mascus" patterned handles. It looks great.

[knkali]

Elisewitz designs for other makers too. His stuff is straight forward IMHO--nothing crazy in design.
Friend just got a tanto blade. I am warming up to that shape lately.

[knkali]

I'm not a knife geek so I'm not sure if the mini Stryker is active or discontinued. I picked it up a last year or the year before. I don't exactly remember when. It looked good and felt even better so it picked me. It does have the nitrous assist. The box says made in USA.

I really like the Kershaw Leek and it's assisted opening system, but find them to be heavy for their size and the scales lack grip.

A shame if discont'd--nice all around knife IMHO.

[knkali]

Fox knives have a fairly good reputation. They make good solid knifes at affordable prices. That's always a good deal.

"fairly" is the op word. I have seen some great stuff from Fox and some pure crap. I heard the Italian army are going to carry knives with the emmerson wave feature now. Not sure if Fox is going to supply them or not or if it is the karambit style or not.

[gb6491]

EDC folding knives: mine are a key chain Swiss Army knife (Signature model) and a Sebenza or Douk-Douk (http://kahrtalk.com/showpost.php?p=49832&postcount=19) .
Regards,
Greg

[cgo99]

Since everybody is posting pics, I"ll do the same.

[TheTman]

http://kartalk.pccomps.com/3knives.jpg

The top 2 knives are Kershaw, the top is assisted opening with a 3" blade, the middle one opens with a flick of the wrist and has a 3.5" blade, and the bottom one is a Benchmade pre production knife collectors knife number 979 out of 1000 that lost much of it's value when my wife thru the box and documentation away. It has a 3 inch blade. The top one is carried 98% of the time, the middle one I carry once in awhile since the blade is longer than 3" and not sure if it's legal everywhere, and the Benchmark mostly stays in a drawer.

[melissa5]

Benchmade Presidio Jr.

http://img835.imageshack.us/img835/1127/photo1nz.jpg

[crazymailman]

http://i866.photobucket.com/albums/ab228/crazymailman/pm9003.jpg

[Bill K]

Mine is regular camo but otherwise is the same as this...

Benchmade Sand Camo Griptilian Knife (SER) 550SBKHGSN

The Griptilian features Sand Color Noryl GTX Handle Scales (which are very strong and very lightweight). Double 410 stainless liners add strength to the knife handle. The blade is 154-CM stainless (partially serrated) with BK1 Black Blade Coating. The pocket clip can be reversed for right or left handed people. The AXIS lock system makes the knife easy to open and easy to close (it operates identically for right and left handers).
Specifications:
Overall Length: 8.07"
Closed Length: 4.62"
Blade Length: 3.45"
Blade Thickness: 0.115"
Blade Material: 154CM Stainless Steel
Blade Hardness: 58-60HRC
Blade Style: 550 Modified Sheepsfoot
Handle Thickness: 0.640"
Weight: 3.25 oz.
Clip: Black, Reversible, Tip-Up
Lock Mechanism: AXIS

http://www.bladeplay.com/imgs/manual-knives/benchmade-manual/benchmade-550sbkhgsn-grip-new.jpg

[wyntrout]

I always carry the little red one and usually the middle one, Gerber Quick Draw (3" blade, assisted opening) as well. I got the Covert (Gerber F.A.S.T.) with the 3.7" blade and larger grip for more of a "fighting knife", but with little or no training, I hope to never need it for that. The little Swiss Classic "Variation" is handier to me than the others with the scissors. I use it a lot. the tiny blade is sharp enough to cut coupons at the stores and to get the foil/plastic cover off my wine bottles. Too bad it doesn't have a corkscrew, but that would make it too big. It weighs about 0.7 oz. and the others are 4.83 and 3.35 oz., from the top.

Wynn:)

[LaP]

I use it a lot. the tiny blade is sharp enough to cut coupons at the stores and to get the foil/plastic cover off my wine bottles. Too bad it doesn't have a corkscrew, but that would make it too big. It weighs about 0.7 oz. and the others are 4.83 and 3.35 oz., from the top.

Wynn:)

My knives are very adept at cutting foil off the wine bottles. It takes a fine pression instument to get just the right slice around the bottle top. I make sure my knives are always up to the job and I do performance tests as often as needed.;)

[ltxi]

Usually a 3 3/8 inch serrated Benchmade AFCK.

[wyntrout]

I slide the knife blade up from the bottom of the "foil" usually removing a small strip, and then just peeling it up and off the bottle, leaving nothing to capture and release wine after pouring.

I wasn't paying enough attention one time, and the new bottle of wine had a metal twist cap! OUCH! I had to resharpen the blade!

Wynn:)

[Jeremiah/Az]

Mine is a red Victornox Camper. Yep, the one with the plastic toothpick & tweezers. I have carried it for years.:D

[melissa5]

I slide the knife blade up from the bottom of the "foil" usually removing a small strip, and then just peeling it up and off the bottle, leaving nothing to capture and release wine after pouring.

I wasn't paying enough attention one time, and the new bottle of wine had a metal twist cap! OUCH! I had to resharpen the blade!

Wynn:)

I don't usually remove the foil and just bore through it with the corkscrew. One day I got a surprise and found a twist off top under the foil. :)

[LaP]

I don't usually remove the foil and just bore through it with the corkscrew. One day I got a surprise and found a twist off top under the foil. :)

Yeah but, one way or another that top DID come off didn't it!!!?:D

Years ago while young and unprepared, I didn't have a corkscrew.... I used the head of a 16Penny nail to drive the cork thru and then enjoyed the fruit of the vine. Desperate times call for desperate measures.

[Bawanna]

This is a knife.

http://i1138.photobucket.com/albums/n538/hopke5/DSCN1989.jpg

These are what I usually carry though. The SOG Pentagon Elite is a heck of a knife, fast easy opening and closing. Not nuts about the blade shape but it works.
I really like the feel of the Fox & Hound fixed blade, always liked fixed blade knives over folders but of course folders are easier to deal with.
I'm embarassed with the leather sheath I made for it but it works and is 100 times better than what it came with. I'd love to get a good horizontal carry scabbard made for it someday.

http://i1138.photobucket.com/albums/n538/hopke5/DSCN1990.jpg

http://i1138.photobucket.com/albums/n538/hopke5/DSCN1991.jpg

[LaP]

Bawanna: Did that Bowie Knife come from Crocodile Dundie?
"Crykie, that's a big knyfe"

[knkali]

and he has it all displayed on a blood stained sheet :eek:

[wyntrout]

I think that's a sweat or tear-stained pillow case.

Wynn:)

[Bawanna]

Bawanna: Did that Bowie Knife come from Crocodile Dundie?
"Crykie, that's a big knyfe"

That Bowie was my dads. I never saw it or knew that he even owned it. Going thru his stuff after his passing my ruthless, vulture like step mom who I liked and got along well until his passing allowed it to go with some of his other belongings for my sisters and I to have. My sisters and their husbands graciously agreed that I was the proper and just new home for it. I have no idea when he got it or any of it's history which is terribly sad but its in good hands now.
I do on occasion carry it even at work, no rules against knives at my PD.

[Bawanna]

and he has it all displayed on a blood stained sheet :eek:

Actually I just quickly grabbed a rag off my bench. It's no doubt Coco Bolo sawdust which stains really well. I thought it was cleaner than it was. I just don't have the artistic photographic capablilities of some here. I did contemplate taking them outside as everyone says natural light is better but it was wet out and I was feeling plumb lazy.

[LaP]

Bawanna:
Glad you got to take posession of that knife. Some things are meant to be and it sounds like that was one of those things.

[apheod]

http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/989/dsc00914large.jpg

spyderco paramilitary II is my EDC, but i have a few other nice folders, a benchmade 707 M2, a 705 D2, an sv30 doug ritter mini-griptilian, a spyderco sage 1, and my EDC multitool, a victorinox spirit s has several blades on it.

[knkali]

why the tape under the trigger guard?

[Bawanna]

Nice melt down job. Looks great.

[Barth]

http://sheffield.rgr.jp/spyderco/image/57563-1.jpg
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5163/5362307506_ddaf318802.jpg

[jlottmc]

I have a drawer full of sharp objects, that I rotate when I feel the need to. Usually, I have a carbiner on my keys (kershaw, why I don't know), a multi-tool, a locking blade, and a non-locking blade on me at any given time. There was a thread I did some time ago called opened up the hurt locker, and it has a bunch of my stuff in it, there is more since, but you'll get the idea.

[rjt123]

I just ordered, but haven't yet received, a Walther Silvertac.

http://kahrtalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4090&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1312039836 (http://kahrtalk.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4090&d=1312039836)

Believe it or not, this is going to be the first "real" knife I've carried (as opposed to a Swiss Army-type pocket knife).

The company where I work has a weapons policy that forbids a knife blade greater than three inches, which is one of the reasons I picked this knife. It also looked like a good "starter model" to me.

Any advice y'all would like to give? Something a little more advanced than "fold it up before putting it in your pocket." :rolleyes:

[jlottmc]

Keep it sharp, don't abuse it, and maintain it once in awhile, you'll be good to go. Stainless isn't (worked with lots of water before, and even now have "stainless" blades that'll get some of the orange flakes on them).

[Barth]

Keep it sharp, don't abuse it, and maintain it once in awhile, you'll be good to go. Stainless isn't (worked with lots of water before, and even now have "stainless" blades that'll get some of the orange flakes on them).

I like the Spyderco H1 Pacific/Atlantic Salt - Rust Free knives.
http://spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=128
H1 steel is a PH steel, meaning it is a precipitation-hardened steel. Utilizing .1% nitrogen instead of carbon to harden the steel, it reaches a Rockwell hardness of 57-58rc. Spyderco uses H1 on its new C91 Pacific Salt model. All internal steel parts are treated as well making them impervious to rust and pitting and of course, salt. Those challenged by cleaning and maintaining their knives will find the Pacific Salt stays rust-free even if put away wet. The blade's hole is enlarged to 14mm for easier opening/closing with gloved, wet or cold hands.

I've got two of the Pacific Salt H1's and love both.
https://www.t-mobilepictures.com/myalbum/photos/photo02/10/81/33b38715ff76__1312042107000.jpg

[jlottmc]

I have two Spederco's, one an all stainless Byrd knife, which replaces the old Endura that I semi-retired (carried that one in Bosnia, as we were not allowed to have personal weapons, or knives of any kind there). My wife and I were talking last night, about the decline of the pocket knife, and how it pisses me off. I find myself less trusting of someone without a knife in their pocket these days (though trust no one anyway). My Byrd knife is S30VM type steel I believe, and it has spotted on me. My Endura is AUS6 or AUS8 steel, and it won't take the edge it used to, but it has yet to spot on me. I just keep an eye on my blades, and oil as needed these days, it doesn't really bother me anymore. Besides, I have been known to carry carbon steel blades too.

[LaP]

My wife and I were talking last night, about the decline of the pocket knife, and how it pisses me off. I find myself less trusting of someone without a knife in their pocket these days (though trust no one anyway). .


I trust me and my wife (she carries a S&W 642 revolver and a Ka-Bar folder...pink, of course). All others must earn their way into our little club.

[Barth]

I trust me and my wife (she carries a S&W 642 revolver and a Ka-Bar folder...pink, of course). All others must earn their way into our little club.

This is what I got my daughter Ashley -
http://i1.ebayimg.com/07/i/001/12/6f/369a_35.JPG

[Barth]

At home, when the ammo can runs dry -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7dS8YWqymo
http://www.teraasekeskus.com/images/extra/ColdSteelGurkhaKukriNew2.jpg

[LaP]

Barth: I own the black version of the Syderco Native... nice blade...sharp as a razor.

Your Kururchi (spelling???) looks like it came straight of of the Zombie movie series starring Mila Janovich, Resident Evil.

[Barth]

Barth: I own the black version of the Syderco Native... nice blade...sharp as a razor.

Your Kururchi (spelling???) looks like it came straight of of the Zombie movie series starring Mila Janovich, Resident Evil.

Very good.
Resident Evil - Extinction
(A guilty pleasure of mine - LOL!)

I had my knife before the movie though...
sometimes movies imitate life

http://moviesmedia.ign.com/movies/image/article/715/715818/resident-evil-extinction-20060629044443727-000.jpg

[LaP]

Very good.
Resident Evil - Extinction
(A guilty pleasure of mine - LOL!)

I had my knife before the movie though...
sometimes movies imitate life



I feel absolutely NO guilt...NONE.

Are you telling me she heard you had that BadBoy and she went & got it for her movie. O.K. I have no problem with that.;)

[Barth]

I feel absolutely NO guilt...NONE.

Are you telling me she heard you had that BadBoy and she went & got it for her movie. O.K. I have no problem with that.;)

I think she may have watched the same video as me and made a wise decision.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7dS8YWqymo

[LaP]

I think she may have watched the same video as me and made a wise decision.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7dS8YWqymo


Now I'm scared. That was an undisputable display of cutting power. I thought the movie was exaggerating (as they normally do).

A very potent weapon for its size. Thumbs Up.

[Bawanna]

I'm adding one of those to my Christmas List. Damn! That's all I got to say about that.

[JFootin]

I looked on their confusing website, but couldn't find prices. How much does one of those go for?

[Bawanna]

I looked on their confusing website, but couldn't find prices. How much does one of those go for?

http://www.coldsteel.com/sanmaigurkha.html

I just scratched it off my Christmas List, looks like 664 list. Nobody even Santa likes me that much.

[Barth]

I looked on their confusing website, but couldn't find prices. How much does one of those go for?

$644 from Cold Steel!?!

I got mine several years ago.
They used to be $750 from Cold Steel.
You could shop around and get one for about $350 third party.

I found a bait and tackle in the midwest that had two for like $300 + $15 shipping.
Called and told them now you have one!.
It's triple laminated stainless steel like a samary sword.
Super high quality

[Barth]

http://www.coldsteel.com/sanmaigurkha.html

I just scratched it off my Christmas List, looks like 664 list. Nobody even Santa likes me that much.

Looks like about 400 third party these days...
Coal for you - LOL!

[Bawanna]

$644 from Cold Steel!?!
http://www.combattactical.com/cold-steel-gurkha-kukri-kraton-handle-plain-p-36825.html has it for $205 which is a steal.

I got mine several years ago.
They used to be $750 from Cold Steel.
You could shop around and get one for about $350 third party.

I found a bait and tackle in the midwest that had two for like $300 + $15 shipping.
Called and told them now you have one!.
It's triple laminated stainless steel like a samary sword.
Super high quality

Super high quality, ya think it's worth 300 bucks? You use it much? Not that that matters to me. The cool factor and capability is worth at least 250 by itself. Maybe I'll put it back on the list. I think it's a must have myself!

[Barth]

Super high quality, ya think it's worth 300 bucks? You use it much? Not that that matters to me. The cool factor and capability is worth at least 250 by itself. Maybe I'll put it back on the list. I think it's a must have myself!

I never use it - LOL.
It's a Super Mas Macho, have to have one before I die, thingy.
Plus being used in Resident Evil made it that much sweeter.
$300 bucks, is it worth it? I don't know.
Bragging rights I guess.
But the $205 price - you bet...

Update: That site says the blade is carbon!
There is a much cheaper carbon blade version.
It has to be Stainless Steel! Looks like they run about $400.
Sorry everybody!!!

(and you can't have mine - LOL!)

[wyntrout]

I remember getting an offer years ago for the real thing... here, I think:

http://www.thekhukurihouse.com/offers/discount_zone/

I think the real authentic ones start out as leaf springs on a truck.

I think my offer was through military.com, but I can't remember how I was looking at this.

Wynn:)

[JFootin]

Wow Bawanna! They have some for pocket money there! Thanks wyntrout!

[wyntrout]

I look for bargains and Cold Steel seemed too high and a lot of hype, though they did seem to perform. But who can say these "cheaper" ones can't cut as well??

I'll stick to my hand cannons, though, and try to stay out of range and not piss any of the Khukuri-wielders off!:eek:

Wynn:)

[Bawanna]

Wow Bawanna! They have some for pocket money there! Thanks wyntrout!

Ma just said maybe I could wait till pay day. I like the kukri of the month. Sweet looking and from Nepal (thats in a whole nuther country).

Wonder when pay day is. Tell me why I need this? Cause the ********** Huh! You can't say berries that are black here, bushes try to attack me when I'm mowing the grass and one of these babies would make em run and hide. I'm getting one. I gotta quit hangin around you real men, you make me want stuff.

[LaP]

Bawanna:

Stuff is what we live for. You know.... guns, knives, flashlights....whoa!!! FLASHLIGHTS.

New thread for tomorrow... What's you favorite carry light?

:D

[Bawanna]

Bawanna:

Stuff is what we live for. You know.... guns, knives, flashlights....whoa!!! FLASHLIGHTS.

New thread for tomorrow... What's you favorite carry light?

:D

My old standby is a Surefire combat light, model ??? the metal one, that I've had a long time. I recently picked up a Fenix PD31 that does a few more tricks. I had a Surefire gosh can't remember the models but the small one PD1 has the correlated edge on the front for hitting people. Guy at a gun show gave me a great deal. Brought it home, wife chewed me out for spending so much on a flashlight, but then took it and never gave it back. Wench!
I want one of them 500 lumen Milleniums but not sure why, big bucks and I could use it if the headlights on the van go out.
I think I might have enough in a slush fund to order that Kukri from Nepal. How can a man go on living without one of those. Even a half man, have beast in a wheeled contraption?

[MW surveyor]

Oh no! Not flashlights next!

[rjt123]

My old standby is a Surefire combat light, model ??? the metal one, that I've had a long time. I recently picked up a Fenix PD31 that does a few more tricks. I had a Surefire gosh can't remember the models but the small one PD1 has the correlated edge on the front for hitting people. Guy at a gun show gave me a great deal. Brought it home, wife chewed me out for spending so much on a flashlight, but then took it and never gave it back. Wench!
I want one of them 500 lumen Milleniums but not sure why, big bucks and I could use it if the headlights on the van go out.
I think I might have enough in a slush fund to order that Kukri from Nepal. How can a man go on living without one of those. Even a half man, have beast in a wheeled contraption?

Flashlights are kind of like the old nuclear arms race, ya know? How many lumens are enough? My flashlight won't be bright enough until its a real weapon all on its own...kinda like a Star Wars laser blaster or something. Of course by that time the battery would probably be as big and heavy as a Wookie....:rolleyes:

[Barth]

Flashlights are kind of like the old nuclear arms race, ya know? How many lumens are enough? My flashlight won't be bright enough until its a real weapon all on its own...kinda like a Star Wars laser blaster or something. Of course by that time the battery would probably be as big and heavy as a Wookie....:rolleyes:

Years ago they were really expensive. And I just couldn't justify it.
I actually see 20/15 and have really good night vision - I like the dark.

Nevertheless, one of those tactical strobes might be intriguing...

[Bawanna]

Years ago they were really expensive. And I just couldn't justify it.
I actually see 20/15 and have really good night vision - I like the dark.

Nevertheless, one of those tactical strobes might be intriguing...

Yeah the strobes are cool, kind of makes ya wish Disco would come back. NOT!

[rjt123]

Years ago they were really expensive. And I just couldn't justify it.
I actually see 20/15 and have really good night vision - I like the dark.

Nevertheless, one of those tactical strobes might be intriguing...

Hmmm...what is this "justify" of which you speak? I agree with LaP...this is a stuff thing.

[Barth]

Hmmm...what is this "justify" of which you speak? I agree with LaP...this is a stuff thing.

Yup, Yup LOL!
I meant justify taking money out of my weapon/ammo account
for a flashlight. I know you can crack someone in the head with one.
But my Hand Cannon / Edged Weapon account is sacred.

let me give you an example.
I drive a 1990 Honda Accord I bought for $1000.00.
And recently bought my 5th handgun MK40 Elite with NS for $885.
Are you with me now?

[rjt123]

Yup, Yup LOL!
I meant justify taking money out of my weapon/ammo account
for a flashlight. I know you can crack someone in the head with one.
But my Hand Cannon / Edged Weapon account is sacred.

let me give you an example.
I drive a 1990 Honda Accord I bought for $1000.00.
And recently bought my 5th handgun MK40 Elite with NS for $885.
Are you with me now?

Well...when you put it that way, yeah I'm with you. :)

If there was really a true justification going on, we'd probably only own one gun apiece. THE HORROR!!!!!! :eek:

[Bawanna]

Well...when you put it that way, yeah I'm with you. :)

If there was really a true justification going on, we'd probably only own one gun apiece. THE HORROR!!!!!! :eek:

I can't even visualize that in my mind. One gun apiece? Must be a Brady Bunch theory or something.
Thank goodness I have multiple personalities. Actually lots of personalities.

[tv_racin_fan]

Right at the moment my EDC is a Dogfish...

http://www.crkt.com/Dogfish

I also have a couple of "kukri"s from Cold Steel. Been threatening my wife that I was gonna strap one on. (mine are the machetti versions)

My son has taken to carrying his Cold Steel Double Agent.

[LaP]

Ya know, with carrying a Kahr CW9 and spare ammo, a Hogue EX1 knife, a Streamlight PT2AA and a Keychin light, I set off metal detectors two states away.

Is that a bad thing?

[Gunthr]

This Benchmade Osbourne is my edc: I keep it razor sharp... always have it on me... its light, and I love the s30v steel, it will open you up if you look at it wrong.

http://www.benchmade.com/products/940

I also keep a Kershaw Blur Tanto in my vehicle. Its heavier than my edc. I will use it for the rougher more abusive duty.

Both knives are quality, and will probably outlast me.

[JFootin]

Ma just said maybe I could wait till pay day. I like the kukri of the month. Sweet looking and from Nepal (thats in a whole nuther country).

Wonder when pay day is. Tell me why I need this? Cause the ********** Huh! You can't say berries that are black here, bushes try to attack me when I'm mowing the grass and one of these babies would make em run and hide. I'm getting one. I gotta quit hangin around you real men, you make me want stuff.

Hey Bawanna, I like this model because I am an American, dag nabit!

http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee486/John_England/Miscellanious%20Guns%20and%20Holsters/KHHIAmericanEagle.jpg

I also like the big hossel and butt, with a perfect grip, to keep a secure grip on it and stay away from the blade.

And, here is a real nice folder with ambidextrous assisted opening from Columbia River Knife & Tool (http://www.crkt.com/M4-Stag-Scales-Stainless-Bolster-Razor-Sharp-Edge-OutBurst-LAWKS-Knife):

http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee486/John_England/Miscellanious%20Guns%20and%20Holsters/CRKTM4-02SAssistOpenKnife.jpg

Sweet, huh? :D

[Bawanna]

Thats about the most beautiful folder I've ever seen. I love stag handles.

Whose Kuckri ? is that? Looks kind of like the one I was looking at yesterday.

[JFootin]

Thats about the most beautiful folder I've ever seen. I love stag handles.

Whose Kuckri ? is that? Looks kind of like the one I was looking at yesterday.

Here it is:
http://www.thekhukurihouse.com/catalog/product.php?id=313637fc2012

[Bawanna]

Same place I was looking. This is the one I wanted but I'm like yours just as much and maybe even more.
Trying to figure out what I'll do with it other than hack berries sticker bushes which is perfectly ok I guess. It's a stuff thing.

http://www.thekhukurihouse.com/catalog/khukuri_of_the_month.php

[JFootin]

Yeah. That one has a good bolster, too. Heavier - would probably go through those weeds better. But it's $90. If all you're going to do with it is hack bushes, they have cheaper ones in the Village (http://www.thekhukurihouse.com/catalog/products.php?id=3133f65111), Utility Blades (http://www.thekhukurihouse.com/catalog/products.php?id=3330fe4d5) or Discount Zone (http://www.thekhukurihouse.com/offers/discount_zone/) pages.

[Barth]

These are like $27 to $31 bucks.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaTbOGcsXoE&feature=player_embedded#at=40
Just for beating on stuff
http://www.coldsteel.com/kukrimachetes.html
http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/csstoreonline_2167_23969939

I actually have two Gurkha Kukris myself.
One is the $300.00 San Mai III triple layer Stainless show piece.
http://images.marketplaceadvisor.channeladvisor.com/hi/51/51319/brk-cs35atch.jpg
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_JZdPbLNqBDQ/TP1bzPeJKDI/AAAAAAAACP4/ABACpB-ZkdI/s1600/csstoreonline_2088_28837101.jpg
Got a second all black (SK-5 High Carbon) version that's for black ops / wet works.
Don't remember what I paid for it. $150 I think?
http://www.freeimagehosting.net/uploads/cece9edba6.jpg

[tv_racin_fan]

I am well aware that the Kukri Machetti's are not anywhere near the quality of the knives. However they sure do illustrate the design advantages quite nicely. I bought them to see if there really was an advanatage to them. Am currently saving my pennies for a real Kukri...

[knkali]

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc402/kahrp40/IMG_20110803_165820.jpg

Bam presenting the spyderco Endura 4 wave

[wyntrout]

October Digital issue of GUNS Magazine is out:

http://fmgpublications.ipaperus.com/FMGPublications/GUNS/GUNS1011/

See page 94 in column Odd Angry Shot by John Connor for some Gurkha and Kukri-use accounts of heroism.

Subscribe for the Digital issue... free!

Wynn:)

[JFootin]

October Digital issue of GUNS Magazine is out:

http://fmgpublications.ipaperus.com/FMGPublications/GUNS/GUNS1011/

See page 94 in column Odd Angry Shot by John Connor for some Gurkha and Kukri-use accounts of heroism.

Subscribe for the Digital issue... free!

Wynn:)

Wow! What a good freebie! I see the archive to access other issues, but I don't see how to subscribe for free?

[wyntrout]

I had to click a bit but here:

http://www.gunsmagazine.com/digital-editions/

There are several different magazines and other publications about guns... free, too, at the bottom of this page. Sometimes I wind up buying the magazine off the rack, too.

I get emails with the new digital release of everything but the Industry one... FREE!

Wynn:)

[gb6491]

I am well aware that the Kukri Machetti's are not anywhere near the quality of the knives. However they sure do illustrate the design advantages quite nicely. I bought them to see if there really was an advanatage to them. Am currently saving my pennies for a real Kukri...Keep an eye on the Himalayan Imports board at bladeforums.com (http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/forumdisplay.php/739-Himalayan-Imports). They have specials quite often and you can pick up an excellent kuhkuri at an excellent price.
Here's my Chiruwa Ang Khola. I've cut more wood with it than I care to remember and it's still going strong:
http://i40.tinypic.com/2i1l5k9.jpg
My zombie knife is an 18" HI Sirupati. It's the thinnest of the real khukuri I have at just about 3/8" thick, but it's a cutting machine:
Sorry no Cold Steel stage props:):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxvRzq5Owfk
http://i38.tinypic.com/33p683p.jpg
Regards,
Greg

[Bawanna]

Man Greg, I'm gonna have to start blocking your post. You make me want stuff all the time. That Vaquero is sweet, now these blades. You got some good taste.

I'm gonna go attempt to take a picture of my Mas Macho hand cannons. I don't got a blade like that to take a picture of YET.

[knkali]

Greg, you amaze me dude.

A guy tried to rob me at machete point once.....

Bawanna,
May I suggest the Spyderco Police 3 as your first proud EDC knife?
G10 handle done very well not too grippy not too little either.
over 4" reach on the blade
lock back so it is a sound folder
good steel
seats well in the pocket
lot of knife for little weight + or - 5 oz.
4 point clip versatility
needs a "wave" for auto opening upon deploy--so I fashioned on myself.
http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc402/kahrp40/IMG_20110810_201428.jpg
Baaam

[wyntrout]

Dang! KHHI makes a 36-inch model... the BUFF Head! I wonder.... Nah... for killing buffaloes... removing the head with one blow... religious sacrifce blade... and prestigious!

http://www.thekhukurihouse.com/catalog/product.php?id=313536fc98

And it's ONLY $199! Cheap for almost 15 1/2 POUNDS! I wonder if the scabbard has wheels!

Wynn:D

I noticed you could design your own blade... and wondered how large they got!

[Zippo Guy]

I prefer the Tenacious by Spyderco. It is a solid knife at a great price. I carry it in a horizontal sheath and it is always with me.

[Barth]

http://www.knifeworks.com/productimages/spyderco/sc91sbk.jpghttp://members.cox.net/whiteprogun/pacsaltblk.jpg

[wyntrout]

Okay... I'm big on form and function... simplicity and symmetry, etc. But these bizarre looking kniives... this one reminds me of a whacked out Woody Woodpecker... the original or OLD one, and just aren't attractive to me. Of course, we all have different tastes, and you are free to pick things like that for yourself.

I'm not really a "knife person" and I'm definitely not a knife fighter, but I like good-looking things... to me, anyhow. I want a sturdy, good-looking blade with simplicity in design and function. It has to be substantial and lock up solidly. Another MAJOR consideration is price. I don't put a premium on "name brand" and "uniqueness". Some of these knives cost as much as some of the guns I own! If it costs much more than $50, I'm not interested. I'm pretty free with my money and "waste" a lot, but $200, or $300, or even more... for a knife, just doesn't "float my boat", so more power to you if you can spend that much on a knife, but I can't see it.

People collect lots of stuff and that's fine, but I'm more into utilitarian stuff. I really got turned on by the kukris at KHHI ( http://www.khukurihouseonline.com/ ), and was seriously considering some of those but the choices are bewildering and so many that I don't know where to start. I really wouldn't USE one of those, so it would be a display kind of purchase that I really don't usually do. Indecision!

I DID order a "collectible" from the NRA... http://www.nrastore.com/nrastore/ProductDetail.aspx?c=5&p=HO+24695&ct=e

because that "turned me on"... being about the centennial of the 1911 being adopted by the Army as its official sidearm.

So, to each his own, but we all have our own tastes and pursue those things that interest us. So, blah, blah, and blah... just my opinion.

Carry on!

Wynn:)

[Barth]

It's little but much more useful than it looks. The knife is little and useful too. :D

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i186/ripley16/zz.jpg

Seecamp 32?

[dzldust]

Benchmade 10100LFK sucker is huge and sharp
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/jims4x4/ae8cc938.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/jims4x4/f05eb89c.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/jims4x4/661cfb8b.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/jims4x4/795b1f06.jpg

[wyntrout]

Now THAT's weird, but I like that the "auxiliary" blade protecter disappears as the blade is fully deployed... unusual... and the blade looks nice and sturdy... "business-like".

Wynn:)

[dzldust]

thats why I took that "series" of photos to show how it folds in and out with the blade,very interesting knife indeed,this one is stamped"2006 prototype" on the blade

[Bawanna]

It's like a folding bowie knife! BIG!

[ripley16]

Seecamp 32?

Yes, that's a Seecamp in a Hedley holster under my trusty blade. I lost my toothpick somewhere along the way.:confused:

[knkali]

Benchmade 10100LFK sucker is huge and sharp
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/jims4x4/ae8cc938.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/jims4x4/f05eb89c.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/jims4x4/661cfb8b.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v477/jims4x4/795b1f06.jpg

big knife for sure. I like the way they tried to take a machete and make it into a folder. Heavy but not that heavy for such a big blade. That knife could be awesome if they skeletonized the liner made them from titanium ect to cut weight and made more relief around the thumb studs for easier deployment of the blade. A little too big still for EDC IMHO

[melissa5]

I picked up a fun little knife this week...a Cold Steel Safe Maker III.

http://www.knifezilla.com/catalog/media/prodimg/09/coldsteelsafe.jpg

[JFootin]

I picked up a fun little knife this week...a Cold Steel Safe Maker III.

http://www.knifezilla.com/catalog/media/prodimg/09/coldsteelsafe.jpg

I plan on getting one or two of these: the CRKT Bear Claw (http://www.crkt.com/Bear-Claw-Sharp-Tip-ZytelSheath-Razor-Sharp-Edge)...

http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee486/John_England/Miscellanious%20Guns%20and%20Holsters/CRKTBearClawKnife.jpg

Imagine facing a non-gun-toting assailant with one of these in each hand, your forefingers locked into the holes, slicing anything that comes within range, severing fingers, chopping ears off .... :w00t:

[Bawanna]

You people are starting to skeer me. Dang bunch of Taxi Drivers around here.

[gb6491]

Okay... I'm big on form and function... simplicity and symmetry, etc. But these bizarre looking kniives... this one reminds me of a whacked out Woody Woodpecker... the original or OLD one, and just aren't attractive to me. Of course, we all have different tastes, and you are free to pick things like that for yourself.

I'm not really a "knife person" and I'm definitely not a knife fighter, but I like good-looking things... to me, anyhow. I want a sturdy, good-looking blade with simplicity in design and function. It has to be substantial and lock up solidly. Another MAJOR consideration is price. I don't put a premium on "name brand" and "uniqueness". Some of these knives cost as much as some of the guns I own! If it costs much more than $50, I'm not interested. I'm pretty free with my money and "waste" a lot, but $200, or $300, or even more... for a knife, just doesn't "float my boat", so more power to you if you can spend that much on a knife, but I can't see it.

People collect lots of stuff and that's fine, but I'm more into utilitarian stuff. I really got turned on by the kukris at KHHI ( http://www.khukurihouseonline.com/ ), and was seriously considering some of those but the choices are bewildering and so many that I don't know where to start. I really wouldn't USE one of those, so it would be a display kind of purchase that I really don't usually do. Indecision!

I DID order a "collectible" from the NRA... http://www.nrastore.com/nrastore/ProductDetail.aspx?c=5&p=HO+24695&ct=e

because that "turned me on"... being about the centennial of the 1911 being adopted by the Army as its official sidearm.

So, to each his own, but we all have our own tastes and pursue those things that interest us. So, blah, blah, and blah... just my opinion.

Carry on!

Wynn:)
Wynn,
Here's a very good value knife for you: http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-SANRENMU-SRM-710-FOLDING-KNIFE-Blade-7-1cm-Quality-/320721543050?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4aac7e5f8a
I have one (very pleased with it) and have gifted several to friends.

Totally unrelated, but you might like this site:
http://www.valiantco.com/


You people are starting to skeer me. Dang bunch of Taxi Drivers around here.
LOL, "You talking to me?":)

EDC wise, my wife usually has a little swiss army knife on her key chain, but the knife that she uses most is one I made for her. It was originally an old file and was intended as a rustic garter/companion knife, but she uses it for opening mail, cutting fruit, string, etc....pretty much every day chores ;):40:
http://i38.tinypic.com/246ugkx.jpg
http://i38.tinypic.com/8zh4b8.jpg
Regards,
Greg

[Barth]

I picked up a fun little knife this week...a Cold Steel Safe Maker III.

http://www.knifezilla.com/catalog/media/prodimg/09/coldsteelsafe.jpg

WOW Melissa! Never seen anything like that before - LOL!
https://www.t-mobilepictures.com/myalbum/photos/photo15/54/b1/e9314c94a271__1313216211000.jpg
Cold Steel Save Maker I

[tv_racin_fan]

I just picked up a bear clawish knife... I like it. Now I have a few different neck knives to choose from when I head out. Think I am going to build myself a vest with velcro all over it for a holster and mag holsters and sheaths. That would be much better for mowing the grass.

[melissa5]

WOW Melissa! Never seen anything like that before - LOL!
https://www.t-mobilepictures.com/myalbum/photos/photo15/54/b1/e9314c94a271__1313216211000.jpg
Cold Steel Save Maker I

Nice, Barth! Yours is bigger! :D

[Bawanna]

Nice, Barth! Yours is bigger! :D

I can't believe she said that, can anybody believe she said that?

[Barth]

i can't believe she said that, can anybody believe she said that?

lol!

[JFootin]

Wynn,
Here's a very good value knife for you: http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-SANRENMU-SRM-710-FOLDING-KNIFE-Blade-7-1cm-Quality-/320721543050?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4aac7e5f8a
I have one (very pleased with it) and have gifted several to friends.

Regards,
Greg

Thanks, Greg! Good find!

[Joe_Pike]

I have a SAK Classic on the keychain, a Case medium stockman with yeller handles and CV blades, and I'm fixing to add a Kabar Baconmaker folder because I like bacon. Seems like a lot to carry but it isn't.

[Garland]

Zero Tolerance 0551 with the P380 today.
http://i1140.photobucket.com/albums/n568/garlandmeyer/0ca7ddf9.jpg

[LaP]

Garland:
That Zero Tolerance is almost bigger than the Kahr!!! I like it.

[knkali]

amazing how there is not one knife that has it all. Each one brings something to the table. If there was a perfect knife for me it certainly would not be another person's idea of perfect.

[Barth]

amazing how there is not one knife that has it all. Each one brings something to the table. If there was a perfect knife for me it certainly would not be another person's idea of perfect.

All I really want is something to cut the seat belts.
This is on me 24/7
http://www.knifeworks.com/productimages/spyderco/sc91sbk.jpg

[knkali]

Barth,

Love your choice of knife but have to ask how the SB performs on webbing. Doesnt it catch on the belt webbing? Would a PB be a better choice. IOW have you tried that blade type out on that point of use?

[Barth]

Barth,

Love your choice of knife but have to ask how the SB performs on webbing. Doesnt it catch on the belt webbing? Would a PB be a better choice. IOW have you tried that blade type out on that point of use?

I have the H1 in both styles. Think either will work fine.
I prefer the saw like action of the SB myself.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3sen3TQsWcU
http://www.warriorsandwonders.com/images/C91BBK.jpg

Seems like most of their rescue folders are SBs
http://www.copsplus.com/prodnum1525.php
The SpyderEdge gives extreme cutting power
http://www.copsplus.com/products/large/spy-c45sor.jpg

[REB 27]

Most times I carry an Emerson CQC-7. For occasions a smaller knife would be a better option, I carry a Spyderco Meerkat.

[JFootin]

Most times I carry an Emerson CQC-7. For occasions a smaller knife would be a better option, I carry a Spyderco Meerkat.

http://i1230.photobucket.com/albums/ee486/John_England/Miscellanious%20Guns%20and%20Holsters/ermey-weapon.jpg

[steve24]

I carry my Spyderco Delica 4 everywhere I go.

[les strat]

I carry a Case stockman. I have always liked Case knives, and this one is just a good little pocket tool that I use every single day.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v385/KevinJenne/knife.jpg

[cgo99]

I just got the Fallkniven F1 used by the Swedish pilots as a survival knife. This thing is sweet and very well constructed, I'll be using it for short camping and hunting trips near the water ( Florida is basically a gigantic swamp).
Just like my PM9 short and handy but packs quite the punch.

[vinson]

Dudes, go big or go home. Size does matter. Not as bad as you might think to carry.
http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k496/1911hero/holsters/IMG_0815.jpg

[Bawanna]

Damn, a folding khukri.

[vinson]

Should have mentioned in the peoples republic of Mexifornia, there is no limit to the size of a concealed folding knife. Fixed concealed is limited to 2" or less I believe.

[vinson]

By the way, the automatic deployment of this knife is phenomenal ala the Emerson wave

[JFootin]

By the way, the automatic deployment of this knife is phenomenal ala the Emerson wave

How much does it cost and where did you get it?

[Barth]

Dudes, go big or go home. Size does matter. [/IMG]
I couldn't agree more!
https://www.t-mobilepictures.com/myalbum/photos/photo16/4f/37/854797f38a38__1315709045000.jpeg

[vinson]

I paid $200 on ebay. They are not making the Rajah 1 anymore. But ebay has one http://www.ebay.com/itm/Cold-steel-rajah-1-collectible-rare-last-one-have-/180722742051?pt=Collectible_Knives&hash=item2a13ea3323#ht_500wt_1413

The rajah 2 does not have the beautiful G10 scales but you can buy them easily for about $90.

[knkali]

I believe that is the cold steel Raja II with a 6 in blade. And it weighs 13oz. That is a big heavy blade. May I suggest the spyderco police 3 for something with a little reach 4.25" blade and only weighs 4-5 oz. I added a wave feature to it. G10 handle lock back design, flat ground VG10 steel. Approx $120

http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/cc402/kahrp40/IMG_20110810_201428.jpg

[knkali]

I couldn't agree more!
https://www.t-mobilepictures.com/myalbum/photos/photo16/4f/37/854797f38a38__1315709045000.jpeg

sheet :eek:

[vinson]

Barth, you know you are forcing me.
http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k496/1911hero/holsters/IMG_0818.jpg

[Barth]

Being sleepy, I woke up and cut my self wide open setting this up -LOL!
https://www.t-mobilepictures.com/myalbum/photos/photo08/05/e4/1a16542c7c16__1315715695000.jpeg

[vinson]

It strikes me that I may have a degree of OCD. Barth, could we be related somehow? LOL
http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k496/1911hero/holsters/IMG_0821.jpg

[wyntrout]

What? No tomahawk? Or attack spade?

Wynn:D

[Barth]

It strikes me that I may have a degree of OCD. Barth, could we be related somehow? LOL

Don't know about related.
But since I have OCD too and drew blood making pics guess we are blood brothers.

LOL.

Have a great NFL weekend!

[LaP]

It strikes me that I may have a degree of OCD. Barth, could we be related somehow? LOL
http://i1112.photobucket.com/albums/k496/1911hero/holsters/IMG_0821.jpg

Now that there is called a Pile-O-Knives. Don't they clanck and bang together as you walk down the street?;)

[knkali]

too funny

[Jigger]

http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/fremiller1/102_0690.jpg

Some of my sharp pointy things. Sorry for the lousy pic, but my photography stinks

[JFootin]

Some of my sharp pointy things. Sorry for the lousy pic, but my photography stinks

I see you have one of those stag skinned CRKT folders I have been drooling over. How do you like it?

[Jigger]

Yes, I like it a lot. Nice hefty knife very well built. Very sharp, the clip has to stay in one location.

[Bawanna]

I started to mention that one also. It's a fine looking knife that one. I've looked several times just didn't hit the buy button.

I'd like a fixed blade about that same size. 6" overall would be nice.

[Jigger]

Gerber makes the Wallowa an 8" fixed blade, has stag grip, around 70 bucks. Nice looking knife You may want to check it out if interested.

[Bawanna]

Yeah, I think I've looked at that one. I'm trying to stay 6" or under. I wear it with my civilian uniform or office attire on my left side about 7 oclock. Don't want it to be too huge but I dig stag handles too. It's just for stabbing and cutting the hand of someone trying to grab my gun. Some just wear folders on their left side for the same purpose but I can't even effectively pick my nose with my left hand so I struggle with a folder.

No rules about knives in the dept so I may just try my Khukri in a shoulder sling and just cut the hand off. We'll see how long that goes before there are rules about knives in the dept.

Knives are almost as addictive as guns. I think when we don't have enough marbles to gun shop, we resort to knife shopping for a quick fix. I have a drawer full of evidence of this and many here apparently do also as seen in pictures of knife piles.

[Bawanna]

http://www.smkw.com/webapp/eCommerce/products/fixed/Gerber%C2%AE+Wallowa+Stag%26%23153%3B+Caper/G1840.html

Sho nuff, it's exactly the one I was looking at. AND it's only 6 1/4" over all length. The sheath won't work (I don't think) but the knife might be a dandy. I just might hit the buy button. Make a nice BD gift for myself in a couple weeks. Don't anticipate no guns this year. I wasn't a very good boy, meaning they all spent the money faster than I could make it. Such is life.

[OldLincoln]

Well, now ya done it. Gotta show off my huge carry knife. Time to start the "Good Bad Ugly" music....

Careful this'll put your eye out:
http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx269/OldLincoln/Misc/P1010768.jpg

Well, a more better look at my favorite (only) knife. Ole grizzly is safe from me.

http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx269/OldLincoln/Misc/P1010771.jpg

Last May, my son took me a hundred plus miles North to Bass Pro Shop and bought me this little gentleman's knife. After all, I am a gentleman - at least that's my cover. I haven't had a knife in over 60 years but wanted a memento of the trip.

[Jigger]

http://www.smkw.com/webapp/eCommerce/products/fixed/Gerber%C2%AE+Wallowa+Stag%26%23153%3B+Caper/G1840.html

Sho nuff, it's exactly the one I was looking at. AND it's only 6 1/4" over all length. The sheath won't work (I don't think) but the knife might be a dandy. I just might hit the buy button. Make a nice BD gift for myself in a couple weeks. Don't anticipate no guns this year. I wasn't a very good boy, meaning they all spent the money faster than I could make it. Such is life.

Yep, thats the smaller version of the one I was looking at. Ok works for me HB to you. LOL

[Jigger]

Well, now ya done it. Gotta show off my huge carry knife. Time to start the "Good Bad Ugly" music....

Careful this'll put your eye out:
http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx269/OldLincoln/Misc/P1010768.jpg

Well, a more better look at my favorite (only) knife. Ole grizzly is safe from me.

http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx269/OldLincoln/Misc/P1010771.jpg

Last May, my son took me a hundred plus miles North to Bass Pro Shop and bought me this little gentleman's knife. After all, I am a gentleman - at least that's my cover. I haven't had a knife in over 60 years but wanted a memento of the trip.


Be careful Ralphie. LOL Thats a nice one. I like that blade.

[Bawanna]

Yep, thats the smaller version of the one I was looking at. Ok works for me HB to you. LOL

Yeah I was gonna come back and let you know your were right. Right next to it was the drop point and it was exactly 7.98 inches or something. So you were absolutely correct, I just stumbled on a slightly shorter version.

One of the guys here thinks it's not really tacticool. Damn kids and their tacticool an tupperware rifles.

Haven't hit the buy button yet, gotta see if there enough room in the drawer if it doesn't work. I like it for what ever little bit that might be worth.

[Jigger]

Yeah I was gonna come back and let you know your were right. Right next to it was the drop point and it was exactly 7.98 inches or something. So you were absolutely correct, I just stumbled on a slightly shorter version.

One of the guys here thinks it's not really tacticool. Damn kids and their tacticool an tupperware rifles.

Haven't hit the buy button yet, gotta see if there enough room in the drawer if it doesn't work. I like it for what ever little bit that might be worth.

Well, if we all liked the same thing, then life would be pretty dull. Hey you like what you like. I guess you will just have to start another drawer, i'm sure that would be ok with the better half(not). LOL

[Bawanna]

Well, now ya done it. Gotta show off my huge carry knife. Time to start the "Good Bad Ugly" music....

Careful this'll put your eye out:
http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx269/OldLincoln/Misc/P1010768.jpg

Well, a more better look at my favorite (only) knife. Ole grizzly is safe from me.

http://i762.photobucket.com/albums/xx269/OldLincoln/Misc/P1010771.jpg

Last May, my son took me a hundred plus miles North to Bass Pro Shop and bought me this little gentleman's knife. After all, I am a gentleman - at least that's my cover. I haven't had a knife in over 60 years but wanted a memento of the trip.

Were these pics sent as thumbnails? If so kudo's to John. They are great.

[Bawanna]

Well, if we all liked the same thing, then life would be pretty dull. Hey you like what you like. I guess you will just have to start another drawer, i'm sure that would be ok with the better half(not). LOL

True story, different strokes for different folks and a completely different stroke for Dietrich.

People have told me I have weird taste for so long that I've started believing them and feel the need for other peoples approval. Sadly I usually still get what I wanted or liked in the first place so it's kind of a waste of time.

I saw a T shirt the other day that said "I like me, and that's all that matters."

Profound when I ponder it. Is it a sin to wear a shirt that lies?

[steve24]

Spyderco Delica 4 at the moment...

[JFootin]

I started to mention that one also. It's a fine looking knife that one. I've looked several times just didn't hit the buy button.

I'd like a fixed blade about that same size. 6" overall would be nice.

Well, you know the CRKT site, of course. I got a catalog the other day from Lynn Thompson's Special Projects, a division of Cold Steel. There are folders, fixed blades, swords, machetes, kuhkris, hatchets, speers, throwing stars, you name it, at every price range. If $20 is your limit, you can find something suitable.

[340pd]

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t320/gnystrom_photos/ChrisReeve1.jpg

[LaP]

340pd:

O.K., you are allowed to sell that Chris Reeve to me at any time now. Should I just send you the $25 or do you just want to trade for a CRKT M16??? ;)

[OldLincoln]

I have seen stuff I appreciate and that Chris Reeve knife is right at the top. It is beautiful in it's elegance and even though I don't have a use for one sure like it. I'd need to get a display mount and hang it one the wall like a painting, including a little light above it.

[modestglock26]

Right now I'm rotating between:

CRKT Point Guard
Camillus Cuda G10 folder
SOG Trident AO
Boker mini AK74 tanto auto
ESEE Izula

I am about to order my first ZT350 and I'm already completely sold on it being an awesome EDC option.

[LaP]

I am about to order my first ZT350 and I'm already completely sold on it being an awesome EDC option.


You're gonna like the ZT0350. It's one really solid knife. When it snaps open, people turn their heads to see what made that sound. It makes me smile.:D

[modestglock26]

You're gonna like the ZT0350. It's one really solid knife. When it snaps open, people turn their heads to see what made that sound. It makes me smile.:D

I can't wait. I'm ordering it tomorrow with my leftover holiday pay that was on my paycheck from Thanksgiving.

It's just a sexy looking man knife. Looks all business. I still want to get a Benchmade Griptilian but after ordering the Boker AK74 tanto auto I might just simmer down for a little.

[LaP]

I just got a Benchmade Griptilian about two months ago. Great balance.
knifeworks.com sold them with your choice of four styles of ingraving for an extra $7.00. I got my name on the blade. How cool is that?:biggrin1:
Hell of a bargain.

[knkali]

Griptilian really caught my eye when I was shopping. Wish it had more blade length though.

[knkali]

ZT knives 0300 and 0350 are bad ***. Heavy though but make up for it in looks durability, I dont know why ZT doesnt change the design of their liners. Different material or shape to shed the weight a little. maybe to keep costs down

[LaP]

Griptilian really caught my eye when I was shopping. Wish it had more blade length though.

The Griptilion blade is 3.4 inches. The Mini-Griptilian is only 2.9 inches.
For the extra $8, I went with the larger blade. The engraving AND additional discount sealed the deal.
http://www.knifeworks.com/benchmadegriptilianmodifieddroppointplainedge.aspx

[emopunker2004]

Let's bring this baby back from the dead. I'm sure you guys carry knives, or at least own some right? Let's get this thing restarted with my newest purchase which cost as much as my EDC gun, the Kahr CM9 lol


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DSC_3809 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7358310372/) by thestemens16 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7234/7173084625_e08651d0d1_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7173084625/)
DSC_3810 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7173084625/) by thestemens16 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

[Bawanna]

That's a nasty looking blade on that thing. Amazing what they get for some of these knives now days too.

I have a bunch of knives, it's like when you can't afford a gun you buy a knife to fend off the want pains.

I found the cure with a little help (actually a lot of help from Greg). Once I got my sheath made I've found it's perfect for my needs and I carry it everywhere.

Went to my son's graduation yesterday at a big event center. I didn't hear but wife said he asked if I had a knife in my pocket? I just rolled past. Had this on my belt, the Ruger 1911 on my belt and the PM45 on my ankle. Never know when bad guys will attack a granulation ceremony.

http://i1138.photobucket.com/albums/n538/hopke5/DSCN2583.jpg

http://i1138.photobucket.com/albums/n538/hopke5/DSCN2581.jpg

Pretty much cured me of buying knives. I still find myself looking but haven't bought one since I put this one into operation.

[Barth]

I Like Stainless
https://www.t-mobilepictures.com/myalbum/thumbnail/photo38/ef/00/0b55981da098__1339359104000.jpeg?tw=0&th=720&s=true&rs=false

[emopunker2004]

Nice guys.

Bawanna you cay buy a knife when you can't afford a gun, Ha my knife and gun cost the same. P.S. I love being in FL where I can carry a gun and a switchblade.

[Barth]

Nice guys.

Bawanna you cay buy a knife when you can't afford a gun, Ha my knife and gun cost the same. P.S. I love being in FL where I can carry a gun and a switchblade.

I'm in Florida too.
Not sure I'd be welcome with my MK40 and push dagger in other states.
Even with reciprocity, a 4.5" double edged knife is often a no no.

[emopunker2004]

I'm in Florida too.
Not sure I'd be welcome with my MK40 and push dagger in other states.
Even with reciprocity, a 4.5" double edged knife is often a no no.

Yep. Could carry a sword here if u really wanted to

[Barth]

Yep. Could carry a sword here if u really wanted to

LOL that's what I always tell my friends.
CC here it is a weapon permit.
And anything you can legally own, and conceal, you can carry.

I can carry a samurai sword and a pistol grip 12 gauge if I want!
I'm never leaving Florida.

One of the last free zones in the US
http://usjf.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/WethePeople.jpg

[emopunker2004]

yep. and we can open carry a fixed blade knife with no blade length.

where in FL are you?

[Barth]

yep. and we can open carry a fixed blade knife with no blade length.

where in FL are you?

I've been in Tampa since I escaped communist California in 1986.
Was back briefly for fires, floods, riots, earthquakes and martial law.
Then I came back.

[emopunker2004]

lol glad escaped Komifornia

[Jigger]

I usually have one of these with me.
http://i698.photobucket.com/albums/vv345/fremiller1/001-1.jpg

[emopunker2004]

At least you have good taste in knives

[Yogi 117]

Gerber Fast Draw 3" blade with Glock26. Spring assist opening with the thumb knob makes for a very quick & easy presentation. Best $25 pocket knife I've owned. :)

http://i1117.photobucket.com/albums/k596/jdud77777/AGlock26GerberFastDraw.jpg

[340pd]

http://i163.photobucket.com/albums/t320/gnystrom_photos/ChrisReeve.jpg

[emopunker2004]

Nice Chris Reeve!



Let's bring this baby back from the dead. I'm sure you guys carry knives, or at least own some right? Let's get this thing restarted with my newest purchase which cost as much as my EDC gun, the Kahr CM9 lol


http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8164/7358310372_4376c71e8f_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7358310372/)
DSC_3809 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7358310372/) by thestemens16 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7234/7173084625_e08651d0d1_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7173084625/)
DSC_3810 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7173084625/) by thestemens16 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr


Rocking this again. I love the color combo with the knife and CM9 :D

[clance]

Up to a couple of months ago, this was my EDC combo. Now most of the time instead of the TP-9, I carry a 200DS Chiappa Rhino along with these two knives. I still carry the TP but it depends on what I'm wearing (shorts, tee-shirt and short sleeve cover shirt), generally just stick it in the waist band, no holster.

http://i785.photobucket.com/albums/yy135/stmichps/DailyCarry.jpg

[wyntrout]

I try not to leave the house without my Gerber F.A.S.T. Draw... 3" spring-assisted blade... the half-serrated version. It's a backup to my CCW and a valuable tool. It cost me $30 at Walmart and now they're up to about $32, but very solidly built.

http://www.gerbergear.com/Essentials/Knives/Fast-Draw-Knife_22-47161

http://www.amazon.com/Gerber-22-47162-Assisted-Opening-Stainless/dp/B000EDRTVQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQ6Z9yV1TlI&feature=related

I usually keep the F.A.S.T. Draw clipped in the top of my left pocket in case my right hand is busy... as in warding off an attacker or holding my pistol and grappling with an assailant.

I also have the F.A.S.T. Covert model with the 3.7" blade and a heftier grip, but I can feel that I'm carrying it... it feels huge, but more of a fighting knife... and inexpensive... relatively... under $40 on sale at the BX with 15% off and no tax, one time.

Here with my ported P40:

http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m620/wyntrout/Kahr%20P40%20Magna%20Ported/IMG_1753.jpg

Wynn:)

[DKD]

I admit to being a knife whore for many years. Between my wife & I we have a rather large collection of custom made knives, many aof which are old school 1700-1800's period. I even have several hand made damascuss blades.
I anin't no photgrapher, so don't make me break out "Excalibur" you guys. :D

[Barth]

I admit to being a knife whore for many years. Between my wife & I we have a rather large collection of custom made knives, many aof which are old school 1700-1800's period. I even have several hand made damascuss blades.
I anin't no photgrapher, so don't make me break out "Excalibur" you guys. :D

Dude, I take all my pics with a Razr cell phone.
Post some pics and stop making lame excuses - LOL!

[knkali]

I try not to leave the house without my Gerber F.A.S.T. Draw... 3" spring-assisted blade... the half-serrated version. It's a backup to my CCW and a valuable tool. It cost me $30 at Walmart and now they're up to about $32, but very solidly built.

http://www.gerbergear.com/Essentials/Knives/Fast-Draw-Knife_22-47161

http://www.amazon.com/Gerber-22-47162-Assisted-Opening-Stainless/dp/B000EDRTVQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQ6Z9yV1TlI&feature=related

I usually keep the F.A.S.T. Draw clipped in the top of my left pocket in case my right hand is busy... as in warding off an attacker or holding my pistol and grappling with an assailant.

I also have the F.A.S.T. Covert model with the 3.7" blade and a heftier grip, but I can feel that I'm carrying it... it feels huge, but more of a fighting knife... and inexpensive... relatively... under $40 on sale at the BX with 15% off and no tax, one time.

Here with my ported P40:

http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m620/wyntrout/Kahr%20P40%20Magna%20Ported/IMG_1753.jpg

Wynn:)
Wynn,
if you are a righty(which it looks like) then you are correct carrying the knife on your support side for the reasons you mentioned.

[muggsy]

I carry a Buck 3" light weight stainless lockback folder. One hand opening, pocket clip, polymer handle. Inexpensive and gets the job done.

http://www.buckknives.com/index.cfm?event=product.detail&productID=3660

[Bawanna]

There are knives and then there are knives. I suspect this one will spend a little more time with me around the office at least until someone points out the policy on blade length.

I love it immensely.

http://i1138.photobucket.com/albums/n538/hopke5/DSCN2203.jpg

[Bawanna]

At the other end of the size spectrum I love this little beauty. Tiny little AG Russel neck knife. Sharpest knife I've ever owned I think. Right handy but I'm careful when and how I use it, don't want to mess it up.

http://i1138.photobucket.com/albums/n538/hopke5/DSCN1996.jpg

[JFootin]

Bawanna,

Were there supposed to be pics with these last two posts?

J

[Bawanna]

Bawanna,

Were there supposed to be pics with these last two posts?

J

I can see them, you can't see them?

[emopunker2004]

I can see them, you can't see them?

I can see them too

[emopunker2004]

Here's what I'm carrying today..

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7237/7355855696_a484f5a3dd_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7355855696/)
DSC_3803 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7355855696/) by thestemens16 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7084/7170634211_59d6969f1d_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7170634211/)
DSC_3806 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7170634211/) by thestemens16 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

[JFootin]

I can see them, you can't see them?

Yeah, I can see them today, but not yesterday when I posted that. Maybe I should have just refreshed the page.

[kahrseye]

Here's my collection.....The one in the middle is most often the one carried.

[les strat]

I lost my EDC a couple weeks ago and was bummed. It was a Kershaw Ken Onion Blur 1670BLK. It's a pretty big knife and was stout as an ox.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v385/KevinJenne/1223111442.jpg

So yesterday, I bought another Kershaw, a little Ken Onion 1620 Scallion, a great little EDC that doesn't take up much real estate. Sharp as a razor with a untra fine point.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v385/KevinJenne/0614121615.jpg

Last night I found my Blur in my wife's Pathfinder :)

I traditionally like to look at, sharpen, and collect traditional knives, like Case, Buck, etc, but my EDC's are usually assited opening tactical-ish knives.... just like I carry semi-autos, but my real love is revolvers. Go figure.

[emopunker2004]

a Blur is on my to-buy list for sure. Might get one of the S30V ones.

[Snidely Whiplash]

Do those of you who carry both a knife and a gun for self-defense practice knife fighting along with your gun fighting?

[les strat]

Do those of you who carry both a knife and a gun for self-defense practice knife fighting along with your gun fighting?

I practice cutting open boxes that are taped. :D

[Snidely Whiplash]

I practice cutting open boxes that are taped. :D

May God have mercy on the taped box that attacks you. :)

[340pd]

Here's what I'm carrying today..

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7237/7355855696_a484f5a3dd_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7355855696/)
DSC_3803 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7355855696/) by thestemens16 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7084/7170634211_59d6969f1d_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7170634211/)
DSC_3806 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7170634211/) by thestemens16 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

What is that knife? Is that a carbide glass breaker tip?
I think you are about to cost me some, probably a lot of, money.

[wyntrout]

Let me say that I don't really KNOW anything about fighting with a knife... only that I would do almost anything to avoid getting into one, BUT, I practice getting the right leg forward for longest reach for thrusting or slashing... try it... you don't want your weak leg forward... really limits your reach... and exposes your leg to slashes or kicks. If this was unclear, the leg on the knife-wielding side should be forward, knee bent, not locked... and your stance should be balanced over your two legs... ready for movement in any direction!

Again, try it... and think about how you would employ the knife. Knife fights can be NASTY! I wanna have my trusty Kahr... any of them... for a KNIFE FIGHT! If you're close enough to get slashed... Defense "Experts" say INSIDE 20 feet... it may be too late to start THINKING about drawing your weapon!

Wynn:)

[wyntrout]

I searched for Knife Fighting and this said there were gruesome pictures... and there are!:eek: What to AVOID!!

I don't endorse this... just a post with some pictures and thoughts.

Wynn:)

http://www.hockscqc.com/knife/index.htm

[Markis82]

Here's what I'm carrying today..

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7237/7355855696_a484f5a3dd_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7355855696/)
DSC_3803 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7355855696/) by thestemens16 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7084/7170634211_59d6969f1d_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7170634211/)
DSC_3806 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7170634211/) by thestemens16 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on FlickrThat knife costs more than my CM9!!!!

[emopunker2004]

That knife costs more than my CM9!!!!

Eh, cost roughly the same as mine. :D
What can I say, I wanted it so I bought it. If had bought something else instead, I would've eventually given in and bought it anyways.

P.S. It's a kick ass knife :D

[ScottSouth66]

My SOG Trident backs up whatever my K40 can't deal with,which shouldn't be much,heh...
http://desmond.imageshack.us/Himg594/scaled.php?server=594&filename=003fka.jpg&res=landing

[Cokeman]

I have one of these.

http://www.top-gear.co.nz/site/topgear/images/large/600x400/Buck%20Vantage%20Avid%20Small%20Model%20341GUS-B.JPG

I used it to cut my finger open today like a giant idiot. :mad:

I had to Crazy Glue it shut to stop the bleeding. :o

[losg]

Ugh. Exactly why I don't like knives. I got a buck knife and a small swiss army knife. None with SD in mind just bucks and hogs and maybe some boxes or tags if not used for camping.
I searched for Knife Fighting and this said there were gruesome pictures... and there are!:eek: What to AVOID!!

I don't endorse this... just a post with some pictures and thoughts.

Wynn:)

http://www.hockscqc.com/knife/index.htm

[Barth]

I used it to cut my finger open today like a giant idiot. :mad:

I had to Crazy Glue it shut to stop the bleeding. :o

All my knives are razor sharp.
And all have drawn blood.
Usually just after I get them and I'm playing around - LOL.
Those razor cuts bleed like crazy and don't heal well.

It's just part of that edged weapon thingy.

[clance]

I used it to cut my finger open today like a giant idiot. :mad:

I had to Crazy Glue it shut to stop the bleeding. :o

Done the same thing, Crazy or Super Glue works pretty well with little to no scarring.

[Cokeman]

It popped open several times today but only bled once. That pop is a horrible feeling.

[Infidel proud]

My rotation of EDC knives (mostly spyderco) are the manix 2, all black paramilitary 2, cold steel spartan, and usually carry something small like my leatherman juice S2, or the dragonfly 2

[knkali]

spyderco fan here too. They give ya a lot of knife for the money.

[Barth]

spyderco fan here too. They give ya a lot of knife for the money.

Spydero and Cold Steel make my edged weapons.

[Infidel proud]

Indeed they do, I am a knife junky and I keep buying spydies and cold steels cuz the quality to price ratio is right on compared to so many other makers out there.

[knkali]

cold steel knives are just plain scarey looking knives. Even their steak knives :D

[Infidel proud]

No kidding, I have the spartan, and the kukri machete...whenever I show someone the response is usually "holy crap is that legal?" haha

Would love to own them all, one at a time I guess...

[Cokeman]

I just can't warm up to the looks of either.

[Barth]

https://www.t-mobilepictures.com/myalbum/thumbnail/photo38/ef/00/0b55981da098__1339359104000.jpeg?tw=0&th=720&s=true&rs=falsehttps://www.t-mobilepictures.com/myalbum/thumbnail/photo16/4f/37/854797f38a38__1315709045000.jpeg?tw=0&th=720&s=true&rs=false

[clever alias]

Was carrying a Benchmade Griptilian with a combo edge (which I have grown to hate). Recently made the switch to the smaller thinner Spyderco Delica plain edge and so far I am impressed.

[downtownv]

:DI'm working on my Pics.....
Tough to get my Commercial Photography Major Daughter to do it for me!

[Barth]

:DI'm working on my Pics.....
Tough to get my Commercial Photography Magor Daughter to do it for me!

I just use my Razr cell phone?
You can do it!

[LorenzoB]

I have one of these.

http://www.top-gear.co.nz/site/topgear/images/large/600x400/Buck%20Vantage%20Avid%20Small%20Model%20341GUS-B.JPG

I used it to cut my finger open today like a giant idiot. :mad:

I had to Crazy Glue it shut to stop the bleeding. :o

Dang it! I just got my dad a knife for Father's Day... I should have included Super Glue!

Later, when I left, I said in a joking way... "don't cut your finger off". But maybe I need to really be worried because he is kinda new to knives like this. :(

P.S. Nice knife. I like the gray finish on the wood. :)

[Snidely Whiplash]

Those are some nice and/or wicked looking knives in the photos. I'm not a knife man myself, though. I could cut myself with a wooden chopstick from a Chinese take-out place. It's been a looong time ago, but I still remember how I cut myself every time I took my M7 bayonet out of its sheath. The M7 was double-edged and both edges were sharp! Now days, I just carry fingernail clippers. :o

[LorenzoB]

Here is mine with the exception of my mini Swiss Army that I misplaced the other day. :(

http://img.tapatalk.com/c6e4d5f5-fd36-8452.jpg

The top two are Kershaw imports. The quality is great and I couldn't pass them up because of the price ($15ea)... and it won't sting so bad if I loose one. I'll get a nicer US made one later. The bottom one is a Columbia River. I really like that one, but it doesn't have assisted opening. The middle one is my favorite, and I really like the tip up carry after I got used to it (I will change the top one, but haven't done it yet).

Boxes beware! :D

I liked knives when I was younger (had a small collection) and then didn't carry one for the last 20 years. Recently got back into EDC and boy do I use them all the time! I didn't realize what an important tool I was missing.

[LorenzoB]

Stinkin' TapaTalk. I ended up with two images again! Argh! I'll have to log in to the forum on my pc to fix that. Sorry administrators.

[Bawanna]

Actually one is a closeup of the other so really not a bad thing.

I had a Columbia River similar to that and even though technically it isnt assisted opening it open fast and easy with the index finger on that little hump in the blade. They make some pretty nice knives.

[MO_Soldier]

The only knife I carry is an angled Ka-bar with black tanto blade worn on my belt in place of my PM9. I only carry it when I can't carry my pistol.