What does the Commonwealth think of its subjects carrying knives? Do they even allow such a thing to be done by the Proletariat?
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You should get one of these,
http://spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=77
Then you wouldn't worry about dulling your blade
Whoa, that's way too complicated. Stick to a traditional edged blade and then "invest" in one of these sharpeners:
http://www.ccrane.com/more-categories/kitchen-accessories/accusharp-knife-tool-sharpener.aspx
-Cuz.
I can take a dull blade that won't cut paper to being able to cut a hanging hair in a few minutes with the spyderco
If you have a bunch of boxes to cut, then use a utility knife, but to carry around 2 knives and never use one is silly. Factory sharp is nice, but why not have the knowledge and the ability to put a better edge on the knife.
What do you do when the cheap $10 knife is dull.... buy another one?
i like a neck kife; always ready, totally hidden. my favorite is a microteck manus with the serrated egde, very thin with klydex sheath. can be adapted to belt carry. you can find them around on the web for between $80-$90 at best. tops and entrek also make belt, neck versions for a reasonable price. folders are nice, but concealable 2" to 4" fixed blades are always ready.I've been thinking I need to add a knife to my daily array stuff in my pockets. I'm thinking some type of folder suitable for defense, but not too big.
I'm looking for suggestions on:
1) Features to look for/avoid? I'm thinking ambidextrous operation is a must.
2) Are assisted opening knives considered "switchblades"?
3) Practical method of discrete carry. I want access with either hand if one had is tied up.
4) Brands to consider. I've been looking at Columbia River (http://www.crkt.com/) but I'm sure there are others worthy of consideration.
5) Local vendors where I can get my paws on some quality equipment to try it out.
I'll reserve training for another thread in the future.
TIA, Matt
I have a Gerber, love it, carry it everyday like my cell phone. I agree with some of the other post and it took me 3 knives to figure it out. The clip has to be on the tip end of the blade. so in a fast withdrawl situation shee's pointed in the right direction. I also like a black knife, not flashing stainless or anything. I even took off the clip and sprayed it black so when out at night it isn't so noticable, to people who may be looking for it.
For self defense?? I want that blade to be as sharp as possible and I'm not gonna go risk getting it dull by using it to cut boxes. With training a knife can be very, very effective.
nope, Id rather keep it factory sharp rather than spend $75 on a sharpener when I can get a cheap folder for like $10 at the army navy store for cutting boxes and crap.
The AFCK with tool steel and axis lock was at least $40 less than that back when I got it. The Spyderco Native looks nice now too. Also, the best bang for the buck might be the Benchmade Griptilian series, sometimes available from distributors for a REAL good deal!Benchmade 940 Osborne with modified tanto blade and Axis locking mechanism. The best everyday carry knife available at any price. Oh, expect to pay around $165.00 if you can find one.