Looking for a new fixed blade for work

[twinbrook86]

I've read just about all I can on knives and checked out all local stores and can't seem to find what I'm looking for.

I'm looking for a fixed blade knife I can attach to my belt But not pointed down at the ground. I'm looking for a holster that rides along the belt to the knife sits sideways Prefer a plastic type(kydex) but willing to go cloth or leather.

I carried a kershaw leek in my pocket and it was a wee to small but I liked it. Down side I'd lose them cuz they would fall out of my pocket OFTEN.

I'm thinking a knife like this will work well and be out of the way. I do landscaping so theres alot of movement and need for a knife


Any price considered

 

[atmay]

What size/weight/blade shape/price range?


Also, depending on what you get, if the knife comes with a kydex sheath, chances are you can use a tek-lok to mount it to your belt. If the holes are in the right places on the sheath, you can mount a tek-lok at just about any angle on it.

Additionally, I used to carry a cold steel spike on my belt. I used a ~2ft length of 550 cord and a reasonably elaborate knot to put it on my belt.

 

[twinbrook86]

I was unaware about the connection with the kydex.

For size. Maybe sub 5 inch blade.

Total length sub 10 ish.
Nothing set in concrete.

 

[noidlight]

Contact Michael Spangler, he is on the board and makes incredible knives. The one he made for me was done with a kydex sheath.

 

[twinbrook86]

I'm kinda digging this style. Gerber lmf. But I think it may be lil big. And not really the holster I am looking for

 

[atmay]

Contact Michael Spangler, he is on the board and makes incredible knives. The one he made for me was done with a kydex sheath.

Well yeah, there's always this. I'm more or less certain I've met Mike...and if he's the one I'm thinking of, he's a good dude. Either way, his knives are pretty damn good.

 

[Supermoto]

I'd go with either a Mike Spangler custom or an RJ martin 4" Rampage, take a look at PML knives also.... Got to support the local talent

 

[twinbrook86]

What's the price range on his knives

Because this is still a knife for work it will get dirty wet and be used often. Not looking to spend 500

 

[atmay]

I'd go with either a Mike Spangler custom or an RJ martin 4" Rampage, take a look at PML knives also.... Got to support the local talent

And I KNOW I've met Paul from PML. Good dude, even if he is from New Bedford

 

[Supermoto]

What's the price range on his knives

Because this is still a knife for work it will get dirty wet and be used often. Not looking to spend 500

Mike's knives are a bargain. Price will depend on what you have him make and what its made out of, but his knives are working knives so they are priced accordingly. Send him a PM

http://www.spanglercustomknives.com/Spangler_Custom_Knives/Welcome.html

 

[DaveB]

I picked up the Spyderco Street beat on amazon for $135 and moved the clip so it went horizontal along the belt line.

If you decide to go back to a folder you can go horizontal on the belt with the de Bethencourt Horizontal Carrier. I use this for a flashlight and it simple and works very well.

 

[bfm]

Contact Joe Brum. Another South Coast maker.

or try something like this.

http://www.crystalfallstradingcompa...=2032&osCsid=9109340780cadd818073141c2c1aafe4

 

[Business End Customs]

I have a Izula . I havent carried it but seems like a decent blade.http://www.eseeknives.com/neck_knife.htm

 

[md2020]

twinbrook86 - if you like the Kershaw Leek then why not have some one make a neck sheath for it? Many guys use a ss chain and the sheath is made of Kydex or Concealex. Mike Sastre of Ohio makes super neck sheaths and I consider him one of the best at it. He makes certain stock sizes or can make a custom one for you as well!

http://www.rivercitysheaths.com/photo.htm

If you contact him tell him I said hello.

Lots of great knife makers out there - really comes down to your budget and patience (waiting several months is normal - some cases years, lol). Nothing wrong w/ factory brands stuff either. What style are you looking for - send me a pm.

 

[whatluck]

Have you seen the Ka-bar TDI? That fits the bill, although made more like a defensive weapon than a utility knife. They're about $60.

 

[twinbrook86]

I went with a Esee 3s.

Once I get it used it for a bit I'll post a review. Lil expensive at 100 plus 15 for a tek lok but fits the bill for what I was looking for to a T