CCW Straight knives

[KCBRUIN]

Does anyone make production knives similar to Halloran's offerings (particularly the obviously grippy handle designs)?

The Boker Plus Mosier looks like a production version based off a Mosier design. But be good to yourself and buy the real deal Halloran or Mosier. Buy once cry once.

[TheRoland]

The Boker Plus Mosier looks like a production version based off a Mosier design. But be good to yourself and buy the real deal Halloran or Mosier. Buy once cry once.

Cost isn't really the issue; the prices seem downright reasonable for the quality. I just get itchy with custom stuff that I couldn't immediately replace if I needed to or involve waiting in line for emails and the phrase "huge backlog".

[blues]

Old school Bud Nealy...

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Brian Tighe

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[KCBRUIN]

Cost isn't really the issue; the prices seem downright reasonable for the quality. I just get itchy with custom stuff that I couldn't immediately replace if I needed to or involve waiting in line for emails and the phrase "huge backlog".

I get emails from Halloran pretty regularly with available knives. The Boker is probably a darn good copy of Mosier's original. Buy two and your set!

Pic thread

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[OnionsAndDragons]

Serious knife envy!!!!!

So I'm starting to reconsider the clinch pick. I always carry a folder so it makes sense to get a defensive blade for those times I can't carry a firearm. Also, I got a gift card to Amazon which means I could have it in a couple days lol

The Spyderco Reverse is also an excellent option in the same weight class.

KCBRUIN makes a good suggestion on the Yojimbo fixed blade, too. The Street Beat is good if you want a more traditional fighting style.

[orionz06]

I'm not committed to a certain mode of carry. Although I think having a couple sheaths would serve me well. When I am at work I wear a uniform with a tucked in shirt so having a tuckable sheath would be ideal. I would also like to carry it in places like church in which a gun isn't allowed but I usually wear an untucked shirt.

Lastly if I get one I would want to carry it while I'm carrying a pistol aiwb. I like the idea of having a knife that can be used for everyday tasks so I don't know if a cp would suit me well.

I was speaking less to carry as that will largely be the same. How the knife is used and what knife will be used is the bigger factor.

[KCBRUIN]

The Spyderco Reverse is also an excellent option in the same weight class.

KCBRUIN makes a good suggestion on the Yojimbo fixed blade, too. The Street Beat is good if you want a more traditional fighting style.

The fixed blade Yojimbo is the Ronin I believe if you go that route.

[SeriousStudent]

The fixed blade Yojimbo is the Ronin I believe if you go that route.

Correct. The Ronin is an old, no longer made Spyderco fixed blade that came with a synthetic sheath.

http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb70/SeriousStudent/ronin%20and%20yojimbo.jpg (http://s210.photobucket.com/user/SeriousStudent/media/ronin%20and%20yojimbo.jpg.html)

The Yojimbo is the folder. There is now a Yojimbo 2, but I like the ergos on the old one better.

http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb70/SeriousStudent/ronins%20neck%20and%20pocket.jpg (http://s210.photobucket.com/user/SeriousStudent/media/ronins%20neck%20and%20pocket.jpg.html)

The Ronin does lend itself quite well to pocket or neck carry.

http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb70/SeriousStudent/ronins%20sheathed.jpg (http://s210.photobucket.com/user/SeriousStudent/media/ronins%20sheathed.jpg.html)

[KCBRUIN]

There's a Ronin 2 now that's still available.

[orionz06]

You could land a plane on that sheath.

[SeriousStudent]

You could land a plane on that sheath.

I know. I have seen smaller flight decks.

I need to send both of those Ronins to you, and have you make a neck sheath, pocket sheath, and inner jacket sheath - like the one that came with the old Bud Nealy MCS.

[SeriousStudent]

There's a Ronin 2 now that's still available.

Yeah, I have seen those, and owned one briefly. The old one is more delicate, but a better slicer of meat. Considering the blade's purpose, traded the new Ronin II off for something else.

[JCS]

I had every intention of getting a Halloran knife but after reading through this entire thread and the clinch pick thread I ended up getting a clinch pick and a trainer.

I still have my eye on a Halloran knife and a Watson HITS knife but I felt like this fit the role of what I was looking for.

Southnarc's "monkey with an ice pick" phrase stuck with me. Since I have zero knife training it seemed like a smart choice.

[Irelander]

I wanted something a little different from the knives I usually carry and bigger. The American Kami knives have caught my eye but I doubt I'll ever have the coin for one of those knives. I found the Boker makes a reproduction of his Colubris knife so I ordered one. Found a good deal on Cutlery Shoppe. I am a little leary of the 440C steel but from what I have read from Urbanovsky and others is that the steel should perform very well. I'll give my impressions when I receive it at the end of the week. At the very least it will be something interesting to mess around with.

Picture from Knife Center.
https://images.knifecenter.com/thumb/1500x1500/knifecenter/boker/images/BO02BO055a.jpg

[blues]

Irelander, 440c is actually very good steel when properly heat treated. Don't be fooled by all the latest flavor of the month mumbo jumbo when it comes to knife steel. While there are degrees of difference between various steels, by and large the differences are very hard to detect except in specific usage.

I know many a maker, some of whom are among the most sought after for their work, who have lauded the use of 440c.

It is very similar to ATS-34 in most respects if looking for something to compare it with.

[Sigfan26]

I wanted something a little different from the knives I usually carry and bigger. The American Kami knives have caught my eye but I doubt I'll ever have the coin for one of those knives. I found the Boker makes a reproduction of his Colubris knife so I ordered one. Found a good deal on Cutlery Shoppe. I am a little leary of the 440C steel but from what I have read from Urbanovsky and others is that the steel should perform very well. I'll give my impressions when I receive it at the end of the week. At the very least it will be something interesting to mess around with.

Picture from Knife Center.
https://images.knifecenter.com/thumb/1500x1500/knifecenter/boker/images/BO02BO055a.jpg

I have one of these. Awesome knife. I've talked with DJ about it, and he has said he couldn't be happier with how these turned out. The knife was cloned to the point that even the sheaths of his custom models fit these like a glove.


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[Irelander]

I have one of these. Awesome knife. I've talked with DJ about it, and he has said he couldn't be happier with how these turned out. The knife was cloned to the point that even the sheaths of his custom models fit these like a glove.


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Awesome. Thanks for sharing your experience. I always get a little nervous about taking buying advice from what I read on other forums. Glad to hear you like it. I should have mine on Friday and I can't wait.

[Irelander]

Irelander, 440c is actually very good steel when properly heat treated. Don't be fooled by all the latest flavor of the month mumbo jumbo when it comes to knife steel. While there are degrees of difference between various steels, by and large the differences are very hard to detect except in specific usage.

I know many a maker, some of whom are among the most sought after for their work, who have lauded the use of 440c.

It is very similar to ATS-34 in most respects if looking for something to compare it with.

Thanks blues. That is good info.

[Gadfly]

My buddy owns KMFJ Holsters. He is now making blades. These are Titanium blade, carbide edge, with a G-10 material attached to give a little support and grip. I got to handle them a day or so back... They are light and handy! In the low $300 price range... worth a look if you are into these sort of things... Disabled veteran owned and operated, Green Beret. He can make to order.

Www.KMFJmil.com
KMFJLLC on Facebook and Instagram.

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[GhastlyTT]

How does one get on the waiting list for a Watson HiTS with Jap Wrap like these in this review http://modernserviceweapons.com/?p=8543? I don't want the titanium version at BlueLineGear. Many thanks!

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[Wondering Beard]

As far as I know, there is no waiting list.

You just keep looking at his home page (https://watson-knives.myshopify.com/), his Blue Line Gear page (http://www.bluelinegear.com/shop-brands/Joe-Watson-Knives) and his his Monkey Edge page (http://www.monkeyedge.com/SearchResults.asp?Search=watson) until they show up. Then, you need to be quick to order.

[NickA]

Yeah as far as I know that's it. IIRC there's no list and he doesn't answer emails or messages from what I've heard.

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[GhastlyTT]

Thanks to the both of ya. I guess I've no choice but to obsessively check for them daily.

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[sabre675]

1308113082My two edc's I got for XMAS, Bawidamann HRUND and Dynamis Blade

[Irelander]

1308113082My two edc's I got for XMAS, Bawidamann HRUND and Dynamis Blade

Nice looking blades. I'm interested in your thoughts on the Dynamis blade. I've been oogling over the Dynamis Ridgeback for a while.

[sabre675]

I know very little about knives or knife fighting, so take my opinion with a grain of salt. I've oggled the Dynamis ever since they came out also. I like the concept of a smaller fixed blade to compliment my EDC Load-out. So I finally ordered one. I was torn between the Dynamis and the Razorback, but I wasn't fond of the serrations. I thought the Dynamis was slightly smaller then it turned out to be. I can CCW it along with a pistol and a spare magazine, all items IWB, with a fair level of comfort and conceal-ability, but I notice the knife is there. The blade from my perspective is minimalistic, but in my opinion a tad long. It is a Winkler so even being kind of Vanilla, it still looks and feels like a elite level piece of weaponry, kind of a barebones, straightforward, fighting impliment. Compaired to my HRUND, if you were given the choice between the two to defend yourself, you would be retarded not to overwhelmingly choose the Dynamis. You can get a full secure purchase on the Dynamis vs. the HRUNd not so much. I know the Dynamis Razor back is smaller and I have heard that a full purchase cannot be obtained on it either. Overall I am still very happy that I purchased the knife. The HRUND does get carried OWB if I am wearing outerwear like a hoodie or a jacket because it is obviously more comfortable, but less capable. My only regret was not waiting until Black Friday to order it as a discount. I would like to compare the Razorback in person to have a frame of reference between the two. If they would make the Razorback in a dual, Straight edge, I'd buy one.



Nice looking blades. I'm interested in your thoughts on the Dynamis blade. I've been oogling over the Dynamis Ridgeback for a while.

[theJanitor]

Tom Krein from awhile back. the G10 is surprisingly sharp and edgy. weighs nothing, and the metallic signature is virtually nil. Normally I've got a paracord lanyard tied to my belt and it rides in the front pocket.

http://i.imgur.com/p56oIEl.jpg

[blues]

Tom does nice work. I don't own any of his own pieces but I once sent a recalcitrant slipjoint (cattle knife) to him for his ministrations and it came back so much better and sharper than the knife I sent him. And his price was beyond reasonable.

[LtDave]

AZ Custom Knives has one of Krein's G10 neck knives for sale right now. They had 2 until a minute ago...

[blues]

AZ Custom Knives has one of Krein's G10 neck knives for sale right now. They had 2 until a minute ago...

That's a little long for my taste with a neck knife, weight notwithstanding. For belt, pocket or other stealthy carry, I think it'd be just fine.

[theJanitor]

That's a little long for my taste with a neck knife, weight notwithstanding. For belt, pocket or other stealthy carry, I think it'd be just fine.

I agree. I cut the end of the handle off of mine. It's still too long for a neck knife (and I have a strider HAK for that anyway), but now it's right for the belt

[masternave]

Y'all have inspired me to stop wussing out and carrying my collection instead of sharpening it. Been alternating between my Watson Kidon Ti and my Watson Magni this week. I've been hungrily searching for a cardboard box to kill, but they have eluded my fierce gaze so far.

http://i.imgur.com/acx8kvS.jpg

[GhastlyTT]

Limited run of Joe Watson's knives available at his site. https://watson-knives.myshopify.com/collections/all

No HiTS yet :(

[GhastlyTT]

Limited run of Joe Watson's knives available at his site. https://watson-knives.myshopify.com/collections/all

No HiTS yet :(
And... now they're gone!

[El Cid]

And... now they're gone!

Son of a... :(

[Cookie Monster]

Son of a... :(

Like how quick did that happen?

[Wondering Beard]

Damn, I missed that.

Apparently, it took 26 minutes for it all to be sold: https://www.instagram.com/p/BPbfFHmA07x/?taken-by=watsonknives

[Whiskey_Bravo]

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Watson Magni with TD sheath. Started carrying it on my support side integrated into my vest straps. The external carrier conceals it well and allows easy access. I think I need to put a paracord zipper pull on the tab just to make it a little easier. Not pictured is my Hits Ti knife on a neck lanyard.

Why are these pictures sideways??? Damn it all...

[CDFIII]

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Picked up a new Watson today. Joe Watson slicer with neon green/ black wrap.

[blues]

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"Gambit" by Trace Rinaldi

[blues]

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Fred Perrin "Tribal Griffe" forged 1095, v-ground. Fred took this off his neck and made a gift of it to me while visiting with him in Paris in 1999.
I was and remain humbled by the gesture.

[blues]

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Prototype neck / belt knife from Darrel Ralph, CPM-420V (S90V)

[Gray222]

http://i.imgur.com/DMr2qAd.png (http://www.vdmsr.com/2017/03/must-haves.html)

[That Guy]

Prototype neck / belt knife from Darrel Ralph, CPM-420V (S90V)

That looks lovely! Any idea what the production version might cost..?

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[blues]

That looks lovely! Any idea what the production version might cost..?

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Honestly, Tony, I haven't a clue. Darrel sent me that as a gift several years ago when he was considering coming out with some knives of a more utilitarian nature than his high end art knives. He wanted to get some feedback on the knife itself, the ergonomics and the sheath which was made by his son. Back in the day he was collaborating on some work with the late Rob Simonich and incorporating Talonite into some of his pieces as well.

I wish I had more but I've kind of drifted off from the world of custom knives somewhat the last few years. I'd suggest checking bladeforums or contacting him via his website (http://darrelralph.com/). Tell him "blues" sent ya. :cool:

[Gray222]

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Yowza!

[RoyGBiv]

Great photography!
I really do need to take a class.

[SeriousStudent]

Great photography!
I really do need to take a class.

Knife class or photography class?

Not a smart-asstic remark, I'm actually trying to help track down resources.

[Gray222]

Knife class or photography class?

Not a smart-asstic remark, I'm actually trying to help track down resources.

For blades or photo?

[SeriousStudent]

For blades or photo?

Since I own one camera and about a hundred knives, I'm going to start with the knives. ;)

[RoyGBiv]

Knife class or photography class?

Not a smart-asstic remark, I'm actually trying to help track down resources.

I was thinking about a photography class when I posted that. I've got a decent DSLR but I run it on auto and could use some lessons on lighting.

[orionz06]

I was thinking about a photography class when I posted that. I've got a decent DSLR but I run it on auto and could use some lessons on lighting.

Price range desired? There are some solid references out there.


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[Doublestack45]

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Just had Bladerigs make a new sheath for my DB.
I'm really liking the steel clips they use so far, after a couple days wear. This one is the 1.75" for an 1.5" belt. The owner said the extra bit of wiggle room was necessary to keep the blade from sticking to you while moving around.
He was right on the money with the advice....very comfortable.
The older style stock sheath was pretty limiting as far as stable carry options, and I'm pleased with how this turned out.

[theJanitor]

San Mai/Walnut Watson Magni

http://i.imgur.com/DQiNchz.jpg?1

[OnionsAndDragons]

San Mai/Walnut Watson Magni

http://i.imgur.com/DQiNchz.jpg?1

Oh, Mai...

Veeeeeery nice.


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[orionz06]

San Mai/Walnut Watson Magni

http://i.imgur.com/DQiNchz.jpg?1

https://img.memesuper.com/298a6899813fe4e8f1d0fd6af60fb0b0_noice-memes-on-surf-noice-meme_205-246.jpeg

[That Guy]

San Mai/Walnut Watson Magni


Oh my. Very, very nice!

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[Holmes375]

San Mai/Walnut Watson Magni

http://i.imgur.com/DQiNchz.jpg?1

That is exquisite. Artistically dangerous. Bond would be pleased...

[Rex G]

I was thinking about a photography class when I posted that. I've got a decent DSLR but I run it on auto and could use some lessons on lighting.

Short version, if you have a decent hot-shoe-mounted flash: Set camera on Manual. If you are hand-holding, set the shutter fast enough to cancel your own body's voluntary and involuntary movements. (If your subject is more active than you, adjust accordingly.) A steady photographer can hand-hold at 1/60th. Another factor is the focal length of the lens; if the focal length is more than 50mm, you must allow for it, too. In the 35mm film days, and when digital cameras had lower resolution, a formula of one over the focal length worked, for example, 1/60th for a 60mm lens, 1/100th for a 100mm lens, etc. With today's higher-resolution DSLRs, a bit higher shutter speed is better. Try 1/125th, if using a 100mm lens, for example, which is my usual default shutter speed when using a 100mm or 105mm lens. (If using my 50-megapixel-monster 5Ds R, however, I will often shoot at 1/250th, if shooting hand-held.)

Now, choose an aperture that gives you a nice depth-of-field. The photojournalist's "f/8, and be there," is a good place to start.

Next, set your flash on its version of full-auto. Nikon's is I-TTL, and Canon's is E-TTL. (I do not know about Olympus and Sony, but the "TTL" part is a fairly universal term.) You have chosen the camera's settings, at good default values for a wide range of subjects. A good instructor can teach you how to proceed without flash, but a high-end flash unit is actually quite "intelligent," and within the effective range of the flash unit, this technique will generally produce better images than using the camera's full-auto or "green box" setting.

To be clear, this is quick-and-dirty, fake-it-'til-you-make-it shooting, not high-level pro stuff, but it works well enough, much of the time. Photographing a knife at close range may well require dialing-down the Flash Exposure Compensation, and using a TTL cord to get the flash off the camera, and setting-up reflective white surfaces to eliminate undesirable shadows.

On the original topic, I was neck-carrying a Spyderco Ronin at the time I saw Craig Douglas' informal presentation in the loading dock area of the Cobb Galleria, during Blade Show 2004. I soon rigged a Ronin sheath to ride like a Clinch Pick, then ordered a Clinch Pick as they were available, followed by multiple Disciples. I then carried my Clinch Pick vertically to the left of my belt buckle, until the sheath cracked. I carried that Clinch just about everywhere, daily, and "daily" is not an exaggeration. I then bought another Clinch Pick, but while trying to figure-out how to position the sheath in a way to avoid stressing the Kydex as I did with the first one, I got side-tracked, and forgot about it.

Off and on, I carried a Disciple just forward of the right hip bone, and also rigged a Disciple to ride like a Clinch Pick.

I got away from regular daily carry of fixed-blades for a number of years, but am re-visiting the idea. I bought a Crawford Kasper Scorpion last year at Blade, then set it on a shelf until recently, when I decided to try to sort-out how to best carry it. I am also thinking I may start carrying a Disciple again. Part of my process of sorting-out where to carry a fixed-blade knife, is that I have recently acquired a couple of very good AIWB holsters, which interfere with how I had preferred to carry a fixed-blade for an upward draw.

[Gray222]

http://i.imgur.com/yzoaeZd.png (http://www.vdmsr.com/2017/05/careful-with-that.html)

[Caballoflaco]

On the original topic, I was neck-carrying a Spyderco Ronin at the time I saw Craig Douglas' informal presentation in the loading dock area of the Cobb Galleria, during Blade Show 2004. I soon rigged a Ronin sheath to ride like a Clinch Pick, then ordered a Clinch Pick as they were available, followed by multiple Disciples. I then carried my Clinch Pick vertically to the left of my belt buckle, until the sheath cracked. I carried that Clinch just about everywhere, daily, and "daily" is not an exaggeration. I then bought another Clinch Pick, but while trying to figure-out how to position the sheath in a way to avoid stressing the Kydex as I did with the first one, I got side-tracked, and forgot about it.

Off and on, I carried a Disciple just forward of the right hip bone, and also rigged a Disciple to ride like a Clinch Pick.

I got away from regular daily carry of fixed-blades for a number of years, but am re-visiting the idea. I bought a Crawford Kasper Scorpion last year at Blade, then set it on a shelf until recently, when I decided to try to sort-out how to best carry it. I am also thinking I may start carrying a Disciple again. Part of my process of sorting-out where to carry a fixed-blade knife, is that I have recently acquired a couple of very good AIWB holsters, which interfere with how I had preferred to carry a fixed-blade for an upward draw.

Have you tried carrying your knife in the left side appendix position? I've been carrying a becker bk24 left side aiwb for the last year set up for a vertical draw. I use paracord loops that allow some give and flex and it's been working well, even at work, which is landscaping and has me bending over and moving all day long. I make no claims to be a knife guru, but it didn't take long to feel comfortable using my simple angry sewing machine technique with my left hand.

I admittedly don't carry a spare mag most of the time, and when I do it's in my back left pocket. I figure a good fix blade is worth the trade off since it can perform a lot more tasks than a magazine, or even a folder. For instance I used it to jimmy the lock on the sliding door at my apartment when I locked my keys inside a couple of weeks ago. I could have done that with bullets, but it would have been a lot louder and more expensive glass replacement.

Eta: the paracord has enough give to make a strong hand cross draw easy too.

[Irelander]

I carried a Disciple

I do want a Disciple...knife.

[Gray222]

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[blues]

Thinking about my late friend Rob Simonich this afternoon.

This knife which we designed together is called the "Talisman" and is just over 6" OAL.


Carbon fiber and Talonite. This was the first project that Rob and I ever did together, about 20 years ago. It was named the Talisman because it was built and sent to me as a hurricane was heading for South FL where I resided on a barrier island.

Couple of quick iphone pix...

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(Neck sheath is carbon fiber concealex with bead chain.)

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Thinking about my late friend Rob Simonich this afternoon.

This knife which we designed together is called the "Talisman" and is just over 6" OAL.


Carbon fiber and Talonite. This was the first project that Rob and I ever did together, about 20 years ago. It was named the Talisman because it was built and sent to me as a hurricane was heading for South FL where I resided on a barrier island.

Couple of quick iphone pix...

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(Neck sheath is carbon fiber concealex with bead chain.)

Interesting and very nice knife. What is the blade length?

[blues]

Interesting and very nice knife. What is the blade length?

2.5" from tip to plunge line along the spine.

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2.5" from tip to plunge line along the spine.

Very Nice blues. What is that blade tip design called? Is it some sort of Japanese Tanto? Or Drop Point?

[blues]

Very Nice blues. What is that blade tip design called? Is it some sort of Japanese Tanto? Or Drop Point?

Pretty much a standard drop point style.

(I used to have a 16th or 17th century tanto from Japan but gifted it to maker Jerry Halfrich. True tantos have a lot in common with puukkos, Nordic and Scandinavian knives in terms of the blade profiles. Classic blades and some of my favorites.)

[blues]

The guys were talking about svelte defensive blades in the pocket knife thread and it made me think of this thin little beauty from Brian Tighe I purchased many moons ago:

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[StraitR]

^^^ Oh yeah, now that's nice.

[Wondering Beard]

That is really nice.

In the spirit of svelte knives, I got this Ban tang Persian a couple of weeks ago (pic is by Ban Tang, it's much better than anything I could do)

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/19260784_1599283823446641_8220797560112203658_n.jp g?oh=5c3488e0bed2d27831a0167ca04033cd&oe=5A36A8B5

P.S. it's not double edged and it's feather light (.095" spine width)

[Super J]

That is really nice.

In the spirit of svelte knives, I got this Ban tang Persian a couple of weeks ago (pic is by Ban Tang, it's much better than anything I could do)

https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/19260784_1599283823446641_8220797560112203658_n.jp g?oh=5c3488e0bed2d27831a0167ca04033cd&oe=5A36A8B5

P.S. it's not double edged and it's feather light (.095" spine width)

Very nice!

[Jackdog]

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Watson knives HiTs and DE Pikal by Joe Watson

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Ban Tang push dagger.

[CDFIII]

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My new Strider DB in CPM3V showed up today in the mail. Stout little blade.

[OnionsAndDragons]

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My new Strider DB in CPM3V showed up today in the mail. Stout little blade.

Thick or thin stock?

I have the .25 and it is a boss. I've been debating jap wrapping it. I find the frags too big on it.


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[CDFIII]

Thick or thin stock?

I have the .25 and it is a boss. I've been debating jap wrapping it. I find the frags too big on it.


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Mine is .250 stock. So it's the thicker one. I agree the frag grips are wide but I really like them so far.

[OnionsAndDragons]

Mine is .250 stock. So it's the thicker one. I agree the frag grips are wide but I really like them so far.

They are great as far as gloves use, but I think they are too much for me for CCW/EDC. I should really fix that. I love the knife.


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[Jay585]

Thick or thin stock?

I have the .25 and it is a boss. I've been debating jap wrapping it. I find the frags too big on it.


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Doing it yourself or having it sent off?

If DIY, what resources (supplies and how-to guide) do you use? If sending it off, to whom? I have been considering doing the same for my knives.

[CDFIII]

They are great as far as gloves use, but I think they are too much for me for CCW/EDC. I should really fix that. I love the knife.


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yes sir... I agree 100%. No way are they suitable for EDC use. I have a few Watson's with Jap wrap that are my normal EDC blades. Seeing the DB pop up this week I just couldn't resist.

[CDFIII]

Doing it yourself or having it sent off?

If DIY, what resources (supplies and how-to guide) do you use? If sending it off, to whom? I have been considering doing the same for my knives.

I have used these videos before on a few of my knives. Might help you out.. or not. These are not the traditional style.

https://youtu.be/_NBe23ANnis

https://youtu.be/Q59rdr8OtoM

[OnionsAndDragons]

Doing it yourself or having it sent off?

If DIY, what resources (supplies and how-to guide) do you use? If sending it off, to whom? I have been considering doing the same for my knives.

There are probably a few guys that would be great to send the work out to. I would look at Ben Tendick, Ban Tang, Tom Krein, Watson, maybe Tracker Dan. Tendick is a damned wizard at it but I don't know if he will just wrap for cash or not. Ban and Tom are both known for doing custom mods.

As to supplies, you would want a suitable wrapping material. Probably a thin nylon for these purposes, but pretty much whatever that has a bit of texture should work. Then you would need a slow cure epoxy kit.

Most of the serious intentioned wraps are done by soaking the wrap in epoxy before applying the wrap. This creates a permanent and very durable structure.

Look for youtube vids of wrapping katana. Watch, practice, watch, practice, do a trial on a ruler with a hole drilled in it, tweak and rock on. Definitely easier to farm it out. Still cool to try. :)

[GCBHM]

I carry a custom made knife from Dee Kistner: the Moses with G10 grip panels in a sheath he made with a universal polymer belt loop mounting system.

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[spelingmastir]

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Just had Bladerigs make a new sheath for my DB.
I'm really liking the steel clips they use so far, after a couple days wear. This one is the 1.75" for an 1.5" belt. The owner said the extra bit of wiggle room was necessary to keep the blade from sticking to you while moving around.
He was right on the money with the advice....very comfortable.
The older style stock sheath was pretty limiting as far as stable carry options, and I'm pleased with how this turned out.

Sorry about the necropost but how do you carry your db with this sheath? Both look awesome btw.

[Doublestack45]

Spelingmastir. Support side carry at ten o'clock.
The DB grip sits at a 45 degree angle above the beltline
and is accessible with either hand.

[Jackdog]

New Joe Watson HiTS Recurve Knife arrived today.

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[SeriousStudent]

New Joe Watson HiTS Recurve Knife arrived today.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170912/b0736340a0aa486a6206a3e4fadb9cbd.jpg

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[Oukaapie]

Holy crap that's beautiful. Stabbees will be saying thank you.

[SeriousStudent]

Holy crap that's beautiful. Stabbees will be saying thank you.

Indeed. It would be an honor to bleed out from a knife like that.

[Wondering Beard]

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There are two left (http://www.bluelinegear.com/product/HiTS-Recurve) at Blue Line gear.

[SeriousStudent]

Sigh, I know. And I just sent a bunch of money to Ban Tang.

[Wondering Beard]

Sigh, I know. And I just sent a bunch of money to Ban Tang.

Just did the same.

[Wondering Beard]

For those that are interested in getting some Ban Tang knives, quite a few are available at: Empire Outfitter (https://empireoutfitter.com/collections/ban-tang) and USA Made Blade (http://www.usamadeblade.com/Ban-Tang-Stupid-Sharp-Knives_c83.htm).

Ban's knives are worth every penny, they are really light and as"stupid sharp" as advertised.

[EPF]

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I’ve been experimenting with various concealed carry blades for the past year to see what works best for me. It’s amazing how many good options there are now verses just a few years ago.

[Wondering Beard]

I spy a few Watsons (Magnis and a Kwaiken), a RAT, a Chinese CP and an unknown, to me, Special Circumstances knife.

I think you need to add some Ban Tang knives to your collection :-)

[EPF]

I think you need to add some Ban Tang knives to your collection :-)

There is definitely a Ti clinch pick in my future.

[Wondering Beard]

If you can find one, try one of the Ti Fruit Knives.

[Old Man Winter]

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My carry rotation. Typically support side waistline if carrying a pistol. Blade only, strong side waistline or front pocket.

[Shellback]

The BAWIDAMANN HUGINN looks similar to the RAT and a few others. TAD is selling a version as well.

http://cdn6.bigcommerce.com/s-erka9fzqnm/products/329/images/2491/DSCF7738__31222.1498669152.500.750.jpg?c=2

[orionz06]

The BAWIDAMANN HUGINN looks similar to the RAT and a few others. TAD is selling a version as well.

http://cdn6.bigcommerce.com/s-erka9fzqnm/products/329/images/2491/DSCF7738__31222.1498669152.500.750.jpg?c=2

Andrew talked about this a few weeks back, I really like the looks of it. Looks to have a little stronger tip, little better grip, and overall looks cool. Plus made here.

[Shellback]

Andrew talked about this a few weeks back, I really like the looks of it. Looks to have a little stronger tip, little better grip, and overall looks cool. Plus made here.

Very cool. Haven't spent much time online lately... Sorry for the repost Tom.

[orionz06]

Very cool. Haven't spent much time online lately... Sorry for the repost Tom.

Nah, not a repost at all, no one mentioned it here. The TAD version is VERY affordable... Really killing me right now.

[Irelander]

The BAWIDAMANN HUGINN looks similar to the RAT and a few others. TAD is selling a version as well.

http://cdn6.bigcommerce.com/s-erka9fzqnm/products/329/images/2491/DSCF7738__31222.1498669152.500.750.jpg?c=2

I like the look of that. The sheath looks very functional too.

[Shellback]

I like the look of that. The sheath looks very functional too.

The Bawidamann, Dynamis, and RAT are all similar in appearance. I'm digging that style of blade and trying to compare those and any others in that style.

Please post others that fit into the badass steak knife profile.

[Wondering Beard]

Please post others that fit into the badass steak knife profile.

Not quite as bad ass and with slightly more classic lines but defintely work as "tac steak knives" (photos aren't mine).



Ban Tang Mini Bowie (http://www.usamadeblade.com/Ban-Tang-Mini-Bowie-100-s35vn-full-flat-ground-Ban-Tang-Mini-Bowie-S35.htm)
http://www.usamadeblade.com/images/1486146113176578471248.jpeg


Ban Tang Spike (http://www.usamadeblade.com/Ban-Tang-Spike-145-S35vn-Full-flat-ground-Ban-Tang-Spike.htm)
http://www.usamadeblade.com/images/14861459150121153395827.jpeg


Ban Tang Persian (http://www.usamadeblade.com/Ban-Tang-Persian-Elmax-Navy-095-Elmax-Full-Flat-Grind-Persian-Navy.htm)
http://www.usamadeblade.com/images/1506459253162-1107156708.jpeg


I have the mini bowie and the Persian in reverse edge form. Excellent knives.

[Amurr]

Any thoughts on the Jake hoback Talim blade? I am fan of jakes work and have been thinking about picking one up.

[Wondering Beard]

I had never heard of it, or him, before your mention and obviously have no hands on knowledge about this knife but it does look interesting.

The things I'd wonder about (just from looking at the pics) are 1) whether that thin angular grip creates hot spots for the ring finger/pinky and index fingers and 2) whether the angle of the blade in relation to the grip makes it a good stabber as it looks more like a good cutter in the Spyderco Ronin/Yojimbo style.

Try it out and report to us :-)

[Amurr]

I had never heard of it, or him, before your mention and obviously have no hands on knowledge about this knife but it does look interesting.

The things I'd wonder about (just from looking at the pics) are 1) whether that thin angular grip creates hot spots for the ring finger/pinky and index fingers and 2) whether the angle of the blade in relation to the grip makes it a good stabber as it looks more like a good cutter in the Spyderco Ronin/Yojimbo style.

Try it out and report to us :-)

Yeah, I think I am going to buy the dynamis blade. It’s 20% and I love Winkler stuff. I was deciding between the dynamis, rat and Hoback blades for a new fixed blade CCW.

[Irelander]

Saw this new CRKT fixed blade on TPI. Looks like a cool budget knife. However the lack of jimping makes me leery. Guess those can be added.

https://images.knifecenter.com/thumb/1500x1500/knifecenter/crk/images/CR2712nd.jpg (https://www.knifecenter.com/item/CR2712/columbia-river-2712-corey-brewer-scrub-fixed-black-sk5-carbon-blade-cord-wrapped-handle-grn-sheath?&utm_source=knifenews&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=new2018crkt)

[Guerrero]

I saw that in a Knifecenter email a few days ago. I thought it would be much cooler as a reverse edge knife. :)I thought the same thing.

[Irelander]

I saw that in a Knifecenter email a few days ago. I thought it would be much cooler as a reverse edge knife. :)

Sounds like the knife designer is sorta new to the game. He might be up for making a reverse edge of this.

[El Cid]

https://i.imgur.com/rtAUdGH_d.jpg?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium

https://i.imgur.com/pAIpRK2_d.jpg?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium

[blues]

^^^^
Now watch him Folks cause he's a fairly dangerous man!^^^^

;)

[El Cid]

^^^^^^^^

;)

A legend in my own mind. Lol!

[Up1911Fan]

Just ordered a Ban Tang SAF for edc purposes. Will post pics once it gets here before I send it off to Bladerigs for a sheath.

[Up1911Fan]

And here it is.
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[Irelander]

Question: Did the Shiv Works China Disciple happen yet?
SouthNarc

[SouthNarc]

Question: Did the Shiv Works China Disciple happen yet?
SouthNarc


Still waiting on the latest prototype from China buddy and I'm not sure when that's gonna happen with all this shit going on.

[Guerrero]

Still waiting on the latest prototype from China buddy and I'm not sure when that's gonna happen with all this shit going on.

You're probably sick of hearing that. Avoiding the question like the plague.

[SouthNarc]

You're probably sick of hearing that. Avoiding the question like the plague.

Not at all dude I do not mind answering. I will say that you guys are gonna be super happy with the El Nino and the Disciple 2.0. Especially at the price point.

[Clusterfrack]

Still waiting on the latest prototype from China buddy and I'm not sure when that's gonna happen with all this shit going on.

Dammit. A Disciple made of Chinesium would be useful. I'm always worried about checking a Ban Tang or a Watson in airline baggage.

[Totem Polar]

Dammit. A Disciple made of Chinesium would be useful. I'm always worried about checking a Ban Tang or a Watson in airline baggage.

I ended up selling my minty BT, but I still have 3 China picks for somewhat similar reasons. The industrial saw blade place in town put a shiny new edge on each one for 8 bucks.

[Guerrero]

Not at all dude I do not mind answering. I will say that you guys are gonna be super happy with the El Nino and the Disciple 2.0. Especially at the price point.

I was making a China/COVID-19 joke, then I realized that trolling Southnarc was probably not good for my health.

;)

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I was making a China/COVID-19 joke, then I realized that trolling Southnarc was probably not good for my health.

;)

I think you are safe....however the guy in the airport abusing the girl who delivered the wrong order to the arrogant asshole was not. I wish I knew where the story was so I could repost it....anybody have the post where SouthNarc told that story?

Never mind i found it. https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?4962-Arizona-professor-verbally-abuses-Chic-Fil-A-employee-at-drive-thru&p=85450&viewfull=1#post85450

I intervened on an incident almost just like this at the Starbucks in the C Councourse in the Atlanta airport last year. Snotty 50s-ish academic type just berating the shit out of a teenage girl who messed up his order of soylattefrappamacchiatohorsesemen. Dude was almost yelling at the little girl who was visibly cowering. So I walked over grabbed him by the lapel and told him that if he uttered one more word from his vile suckhole, that I would break his jaw and rape him. Then I gave him five bucks for his coffee, and told him to fuck off and leave. He did threatening to sue me and call the cops. Pussy....

Not exactly de-escalation or deterence I know, but I get sick of seeing people do this shit without consequences. If bad behavior put more people in casts and on crutches they'd probably think twice before showing their ass.

[SouthNarc]

I think you are safe....however the guy in the airport abusing the girl who delivered the wrong order to the arrogant asshole was not. I wish I knew where the story was so I could repost it....anybody have the post where SouthNarc told that story?

Never mind i found it. https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?4962-Arizona-professor-verbally-abuses-Chic-Fil-A-employee-at-drive-thru&p=85450&viewfull=1#post85450

I intervened on an incident almost just like this at the Starbucks in the C Councourse in the Atlanta airport last year. Snotty 50s-ish academic type just berating the shit out of a teenage girl who messed up his order of soylattefrappamacchiatohorsesemen. Dude was almost yelling at the little girl who was visibly cowering. So I walked over grabbed him by the lapel and told him that if he uttered one more word from his vile suckhole, that I would break his jaw and rape him. Then I gave him five bucks for his coffee, and told him to fuck off and leave. He did threatening to sue me and call the cops. Pussy....

Not exactly de-escalation or deterence I know, but I get sick of seeing people do this shit without consequences. If bad behavior put more people in casts and on crutches they'd probably think twice before showing their ass.



I was feeling kinda' rapey that day too....

[Totem Polar]

OT, but I love that story.

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I was feeling kinda' rapey that day too....

Its fuckin awesome. I told my son after he finishes cecils class he going to yours. After that story Im not sure if hes excited or not 😂

[RoyGBiv]

Not exactly de-escalation or deterence I know, but I get sick of seeing people do this shit without consequences. If bad behavior put more people in casts and on crutches they'd probably think twice before showing their ass.

We've got a thread about that... https://pistol-forum.com/showthread.php?20555-The-Educational-Beat-Down

[blues]

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This knife is one of those feel good stories. It was made by ABS master smith Wally Hayes, up in Canada. When I first contacted him from an ad in Blade or Tactical Knives, I told him that I wanted to purchase a neck knife from him that I could use on and off the job. He had a simple neck knife he was offering at the time...relatively inexpensive but from stainless, not his forged steel.

Anyway, a short time later he gets in touch with me and asks me if I would mind if he just made something up for me. Considering that I had no knives at that juncture from a master smith, I thought I should just say yes, and then keep my trap shut.

A few weeks later I get this knife in the post and I was flabbergasted. I paid what would have been the price of the simple stainless knife and got instead a hand forged and file worked damascus blade from a master smith with a reputation for working with Canadian law enforcement officers and agencies. (Much like Dan Winkler does here on this side of the border. I have his work as well.) He added the traditional Japanese style wrap and ray skin on his own.

Anytime I'd run into Wally at the Guild or Blade Shows it was always a pleasure spending some time with him and telling him how much his kindness meant to me.

[Clusterfrack]

That is beautiful. Really awesome.


52339

This knife is one of those feel good stories. It was made by ABS master smith Wally Hayes, up in Canada. When I first contacted him from an ad in Blade or Tactical Knives, I told him that I wanted to purchase a neck knife from him that I could use on and off the job. He had a simple neck knife he was offering at the time...relatively inexpensive but from stainless, not his forged steel.

Anyway, a short time later he gets in touch with me and asks me if I would mind if he just made something up for me. Considering that I had no knives at that juncture from a master smith, I thought I should just say yes, and then keep my trap shut.

A few weeks later I get this knife in the post and I was flabbergasted. I paid what would have been the price of the simple stainless knife and got instead a hand forged and file worked damascus blade from a master smith with a reputation for working with Canadian law enforcement officers and agencies. (Much like Dan Winkler does here on this side of the border. I have his work as well.) He added the traditional Japanese style wrap and ray skin on his own.

Anytime I'd run into Wally at the Guild or Blade Shows it was always a pleasure spending some time with him and telling him how much his kindness meant to me.

[Wondering Beard]

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This knife is one of those feel good stories. It was made by ABS master smith Wally Hayes, up in Canada. When I first contacted him from an ad in Blade or Tactical Knives, I told him that I wanted to purchase a neck knife from him that I could use on and off the job. He had a simple neck knife he was offering at the time...relatively inexpensive but from stainless, not his forged steel.

Anyway, a short time later he gets in touch with me and asks me if I would mind if he just made something up for me. Considering that I had no knives at that juncture from a master smith, I thought I should just say yes, and then keep my trap shut.

A few weeks later I get this knife in the post and I was flabbergasted. I paid what would have been the price of the simple stainless knife and got instead a hand forged and file worked damascus blade from a master smith with a reputation for working with Canadian law enforcement officers and agencies. (Much like Dan Winkler does here on this side of the border. I have his work as well.) He added the traditional Japanese style wrap and ray skin on his own.

Anytime I'd run into Wally at the Guild or Blade Shows it was always a pleasure spending some time with him and telling him how much his kindness meant to me.


This is "everything you need, nothing you don't".

[Norville]

And here it is.
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Holy necropost Batman!

New home for this SAF. Thank you sir!

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[Up1911Fan]

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