View Full Version : Looking for opinions on fixed blade knives
Here's the scoop- after tax time subsides and before the summer really kicks off I would like to purchase a nice fixed blade knife. While I don't really want to spend an arm and a leg, I would like something that holds a decent edge and will take a little abuse without breaking. Would like something that would do duty as a camp/hunting/tactical blade. Would like to keep the cost below about $150 if possible. I embrace technology so something modern with composite handles or a polymer sheath would be preferred over something with a wooden handle and leather scabbard. First hand opinions are preferred and don't be afraid to post pictures if you have them. Thanks in advance.
two crkts for sale here
http://www.co-ar15.com/forums/showthread.php?t=32800
mcantar18c
03-07-2011, 01:24
I've had a Ka-Bar D2 "Extreme" something or other for a few years now. IIRC I paid $80 on Amazon.com, where I get all my knives, and it's done me pretty well for how much I've abused it. Has some kind of composite rubbery grip (rubbery enough to make it comfortable and easy to grip but hard enough that its not sticky rubber), a blade made of D2 tool steal that holds an edge like none other, and it came with a polymer/zytel/whatever reversible sheath.
Specs:
https://www.kabar.com/product/productDetail.do?productNumber=1282&mode=search&categoryId=1,2,3,7,9&categoryName=Product%20Search%20Results
For $90:
http://www.amazon.com/Ka-Bar-2-1282-6-Extreme-Fighting-Knife/dp/B000BSWEB4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=industrial&qid=1299482727&sr=8-1
thrashdady
03-07-2011, 01:47
I really like the TOPS knives, the Trackers are great or all of their stuff is great, awesome steel and great edges, I have a Rangers Edge II, and a Tracker too. They are tough as shit and if you pick one up You will feel the quality. Just a option.
DD977GM2
03-07-2011, 02:00
Tom Brown Tracker from TOPS Knives
SOG Seal 2000
Kabar Fighting knife
Those 3 will do everything you are wanting. The tracker is spendy but will last you for forever, along with the other 2.
mcantar18c
03-07-2011, 08:28
Anything TOPS will run ya a good chunk of change, decent knives though.
SOG makes some great stuff, but I wouldn't recommend em for what you're looking for. I have a SEAL, and although its a great knife that's put up with most of the crap I've thrown at it, the Ka-Bar is tougher and cheaper (in my experience anyway). The SOG Bowies are pretty good but IMO too pretty to beat on.
If you don't mind putting down just a little more cash than a Ka-Bar, ScrapYard Knife Co is hands down the toughest I've come across.
Look at the Scrapper 6, awesome knife. Also check out the Yard Guard, basically the Scrapper 6 just a little bigger and thicker.
http://www.scrapyardknives.com/knives.htm
StagLefty
03-07-2011, 08:44
I'm a kool aid drinker for ESEE great quality,USA made,solid warranty,and affordable. Here's 1 dealer I use:
http://www.knivesshipfree.com/index.php?cPath=27
and here's a few I have :
http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab49/StagLefty/Knives/ESEEfamily.jpg
hurley842002
03-07-2011, 09:18
I knew Stag would be in shortly to make me drool over his ESEE knife collection, that Junglas is THE SH!T, and I will own one someday.
As far as my experience, I enjoy my Sog Seal Pup Elite, it holds an edge VERY well, and is tough as nails.
StagLefty
03-07-2011, 09:30
I knew Stag would be in shortly to make me drool over his ESEE knife collection, that Junglas is THE SH!T, and I will own one someday.
As far as my experience, I enjoy my Sog Seal Pup Elite, it holds an edge VERY well, and is tough as nails.
Thanks Bro-there's some new ESEE's coming out this year Laser Strike,ESEE3 folder, and an Izula II Rat Pack forum knife. Th orange handle one in the pic was last years forum knife only 200 made so it's a collector for me. [Beer]
FireMoth
03-07-2011, 09:36
I am another Ka-Bar follower. I haven't found a thing that Ralph's $600.00 Randall can do that the $60.00 ka-bar cant.
Just do yourself the favor and get the one with the synthetic grip and sheath. The leather handle gets slippery when wet, and the leather scabbard is not a friend to sea water.
hurley842002
03-07-2011, 09:37
Thanks Bro-there's some new ESEE's coming out this year Laser Strike,ESEE3 folder, and an Izula II Rat Pack forum knife. Th orange handle one in the pic was last years forum knife only 200 made so it's a collector for me. [Beer]
Isn't that one wrapped in para cord, under 3.5"? I wouldn't mind replacing my CRKT with a nice fixed blade, been meaning to for awhile.
ldmaster
03-07-2011, 09:50
Stainless steel is too soft and doesn't hold it's edge under field conditions. Stainless doesn't mean "rust proof" it means "rust resistant" in that you still have to care for and oil the blade. Stainless is great for cutlery, not so much for carry blades.
As for an all in one knife, I've gotta say that it's a hard choice. You can't do tactical with a good field blade simply because it will be pretty heavy. In order to cut mustard with me a blade has to be capable of chopping a 2 inch branch without losing it's edge, or making my arm fall off. Not a lot of blades qualify in this respect.
Consider though, anything a small blade can do a large blade can do, but not the reverse. Sure it's unweildy to cut a cord with a large knife, but it's not impossible, but it IS impossible to use a small blade to chop a branch or defeat brush.
And I've got to give a great big "hell yeah" to Tops knives, compared to the other knives made of similar materials they are the most cost effective without being all fancy. I've never had a TOPS knife that didn't make me happy.
I'm not especially fond of bowie style blades, because I consider the tip too weak. For a field blade I consider 1/4 inch tool steel to be optimal. I don't know why it always happens, but I always end up needing to pry something loose and a 1/4 inch tool steel blade takes the punishment without bending or snapping. All that being said, I do own a bowie!
Something about knive collecting and use is as alluring as gun collecting, all kinds for all kinds of applications.
Oh, "tool steel" is the steel described in the 1xxx (1 thousand) series of steels. It's higher in carbon and therefore more rigid, it's also harder than stainless steel.
There's this ridiculously insane test that a a blade has to go through for the maker to be considered a bladesmith, bending to 90 degrees and return without breaking, chopping up some 2x4's and still being able to shave hair off your arm, etc... to be able to do both of these things, a bladesmith has to balance the steel and temper/harden it with obsessive skill - the kind of skill you gain by years of practice.
Most/many blades you'll buy today are pattern blades, that is they are cut on a water table from a sheet of stock, then CNC milled and ground to shape and painted/scaled. This includes TOPS, ESEE, and others. A lot of knives are made in china/taiwan/japan and most of them are a variety of stainless steel, TOPS outright admits their folders are chinese made (to their specs), but I don't consider folders to be serious field knives.
Cold Steel and Spyderco have a somewhat harder stainless steel they use (spyderco is harder) and spyderco almost exclusively uses hollow ground blades which are sharper, but slightly weaker than a V ground blade. Cold steel used to put out an insanely sharp and hard Tanto, all edges mirror polished right out of the box to be able to shave your arm. They don't do that anymore, don't know why. But they are both still stainless steel and therefore softer than tool steel.
Kabar knives are a good buy, I buy from www.tomarskabars.com and find their prices are the lowest. I'm also a fan of Becker knives (Ethan Becker was an outdoorsman who co-wrote "The Joy of Cooking") because they're simple, 1/4 inch tool steel and they chop all day long. The Companion is a GREAT knife for well under 100 bucks. They don't make the Brute anymore, but I have one, wish they did!
So, to summarize - avoid stainless. 1/4 inch (some 3/16 inch is workable in larger knives), don't pay for a name - pay for the steel. Otherwise you'll end up with a safe-queen knife that you are afraid to mar.
henpecked
03-07-2011, 09:52
Spyderco Bill Moran
StagLefty
03-07-2011, 10:02
I am another Ka-Bar follower. I haven't found a thing that Ralph's $600.00 Randall can do that the $60.00 ka-bar cant.
Just do yourself the favor and get the one with the synthetic grip and sheath. The leather handle gets slippery when wet, and the leather scabbard is not a friend to sea water.
I've got 4 K-Bar's also-great old standby knives !! [Beer]
Isn't that one wrapped in para cord, under 3.5"? I wouldn't mind replacing my CRKT with a nice fixed blade, been meaning to for awhile.
Yes it is-it's my EDC knife since it falls under Colorado blade length for fixed carry. [Beer]
hurley842002
03-07-2011, 10:05
I've got 4 K-Bar's also-great old standby knives !! [Beer]
Yes it is-it's my EDC knife since it falls under Colorado blade length for fixed carry. [Beer]
Sweet! Aren't the grip panels an option on those as well?
I'm a kool aid drinker for ESEE great quality,USA made,solid warranty,and affordable. Here's 1 dealer I use:
http://www.knivesshipfree.com/index.php?cPath=27
and here's a few I have :
http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab49/StagLefty/Knives/ESEEfamily.jpg
I'm more of a R.A.T. fan. [Coffee]
http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL686/2648371/6918264/364947140.jpg
Grecos are nice too.
http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL686/2648371/6918264/364947141.jpg
2008f450
03-07-2011, 10:38
I have 2 Cold Steels and a couple CRKT knives that I like a lot. They hold an edge and are as tough as anything I have tried.
I'm a kool aid drinker for ESEE great quality,USA made,solid warranty,and affordable. Here's 1 dealer I use:
http://www.knivesshipfree.com/index.php?cPath=27
and here's a few I have :
http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab49/StagLefty/Knives/ESEEfamily.jpg
That's a very nice collection! I hadn't heard of ESEE knives before - checked out their website and the ESEE 5 looks like a nice knife for camping/backpacking (although a little heavy) - and the link you posted has it for $155. Would like to have one of those myself :)
StagLefty
03-07-2011, 12:47
Sweet! Aren't the grip panels an option on those as well?[/QUOTE
Yes-the micarta scales are available for the Izulas
[QUOTE=Ah Pook;316762]I'm more of a R.A.T. fan. [Coffee]
ESEE's Jeff Randall was part of the R.A.T. family until they parted ways and he changed the name to ESEE because of the confusion-Randalls Adventure Training
[quote=hurley842002;316756]Sweet! Aren't the grip panels an option on those as well?[/QUOTE
Yes-the micarta scales are available for the Izulas
ESEE's Jeff Randall was part of the R.A.T. family until they parted ways and he changed the name to ESEE because of the confusion-Randalls Adventure Training
I haven't been over to BF for a while. Was there another parting after Ontario? There was a continual poop storm on Blade Forums over who owned the name RAT (R.A.T. or Ontario RAT). Jeff is good people.
StagLefty
03-07-2011, 15:52
[quote=StagLefty;316830]
I haven't been over to BF for a while. Was there another parting after Ontario? There was a continual poop storm on Blade Forums over who owned the name RAT (R.A.T. or Ontario RAT). Jeff is good people.
There was a lot of confusion with the RAT name-Ontario had RAT and Jeff had RC for Rat Cutlery then he went with ESEE which was part of his training logo.Jeff is a great guy and participates on the forum on a regular basis. A real no BS guy. BF is a great forum if your into knives. I think there's a sub forum for every brand.
I think there's a sub forum for every brand.
Not Kershaw...anymore.:(
StagLefty
03-07-2011, 20:28
That's a very nice collection! I hadn't heard of ESEE knives before - checked out their website and the ESEE 5 looks like a nice knife for camping/backpacking (although a little heavy) - and the link you posted has it for $155. Would like to have one of those myself :)
The 5 is a favorite on the ESEE forum for camping-look at the 3's also-good
all around knife and it's my favorite [Beer]
The 5 is a favorite on the ESEE forum for camping-look at the 3's also-good
all around knife and it's my favorite [Beer]
Oh, man you have started something now :) I stayed home sick today. So with time on my hands every since I saw your picture i've been online reading about ESEE knives! I love knives and I have got to have one of these. I'm sure it will turn out to be not just one though - LOL! I've been on the BF forum reading some of the posts also. So I think I am going to order a 4 in the DT. I will mostly use it for backpacking and like the lighter weight than the 5 and think it is big enough for any use i would have.
StagLefty
03-07-2011, 20:55
Oh, man you have started something now :) I stayed home sick today. So with time on my hands every since I saw your picture i've been online reading about ESEE knives! I love knives and I have got to have one of these. I'm sure it will turn out to be not just one though - LOL! I've been on the BF forum reading some of the posts also. So I think I am going to order a 4 in the DT. I will mostly use it for backpacking and like the lighter weight than the 5 and think it is big enough for any use i would have.
You won't regret your choice ! Beware this can be just as bad as BRD !! Welcome to the frenzy !! [Beer]
Some varied opinions here -
http://www.co-ar15.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20204
StagLefty
03-07-2011, 21:10
Some varied opinions here -
http://www.co-ar15.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20204
Opinions will vary on every type of gear thread. We all have our favorites whether it's an AR,knife,flashlight etc. It's all good though [Beer]
Thanks for all the replies. I knew I was asking the right group of people. I had never even heard of ESEE. I will have to do a little internet searching and check out some of the makes and models you guys suggested. Thanks!
I will definitely have to do some more looking around but right now the ESEE 6 is looking pretty good to me.
http://www.chestnutridgeknifeshop.com/catalog/images/ESEE%206%20OD%20LG.jpg
would someone who has an ESEE (3 preferably) take off the handle so I can see what it looks like underneath? It's an odd request, I know.
StagLefty
03-08-2011, 09:41
Will this help ? http://www.the-knife-connection.com/esknbl.html
They're selling custom handles for the ESEE knives so you can make the color combo you want. [Beer]
Will this help ? http://www.the-knife-connection.com/esknbl.html
They're selling custom handles for the ESEE knives so you can make the color combo you want. [Beer]
That's exactly what I was looking for, thank you sir!
EDIT: After looking at that site, they require you to buy the knife and handle. If you don't order a handle, they cancel your order. Anyone know a place to get just the knife? The handle costs more than the knife...
StagLefty
03-08-2011, 10:21
That's exactly what I was looking for, thank you sir!
EDIT: After looking at that site, they require you to buy the knife and handle. If you don't order a handle, they cancel your order. Anyone know a place to get just the knife? The handle costs more than the knife...
They can't sell the blank alone due to an agreement with ESEE . What exactly are you looking for ?
I'm looking for a thin handled knife that I can wrap in paracord. Surprisingly difficult to find, I'm finding...
Lex_Luthor
03-08-2011, 13:31
Check out the Izula. Lots of people have said good things about them. I'd like one too someday.
StagLefty
03-08-2011, 13:32
Is the Izula too small ?
http://www.knivesshipfree.com/product_info.php?products_id=3489
Check out the Izula. Lots of people have said good things about them. I'd like one too someday.
Is the Izula too small ?
http://www.knivesshipfree.com/product_info.php?products_id=3489
That might work, thanks guys. Anyone know of a local vendor for them? I tried Dave's knives, but it was really cluttered with nothing of real value.
StagLefty
03-08-2011, 19:44
That might work, thanks guys. Anyone know of a local vendor for them? I tried Dave's knives, but it was really cluttered with nothing of real value.
I've never found a local dealer for ESEE knives. Knives Ship Free usually 3-4 days and it's in your hands
I bought an Izula from New Graham. I wrapped it myself, it is a nice little knife.
I think Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear had 1 or 2 the last time I was in there, it's been more than a month though.
My Fixed Blade Collection
http://i557.photobucket.com/albums/ss17/rtriems63/FixedBladeKnives800x600.jpg
hurley842002
03-09-2011, 09:27
Just placed my order for a desert tan Izula!
Lex_Luthor
03-09-2011, 09:32
Damn you people who are able to buy that knife!! It's like I have to save up for months just to get 50 extra bucks! haha[Bang]
hurley842002
03-09-2011, 09:38
Damn you people who are able to buy that knife!! It's like I have to save up for months just to get 50 extra bucks! haha[Bang]
LOL, well I went from buying firearms on a whim, to having to limit myself to knives and other smaller items. Who knows what I will have to limit next, if my employer keeps giving pay cuts. I am fortunate to still be able to afford stuff outside of necessity items tho, and for that I am grateful.
Lex_Luthor
03-09-2011, 09:41
Indeed. I'm grateful to be able to afford the necessary items for now, and the occasional dinner out or a box of ammo :D
mcantar18c
03-09-2011, 09:47
I bought an Izula from New Graham. I wrapped it myself, it is a nice little knife.
I think Rocky Mountain Specialty Gear had 1 or 2 the last time I was in there, it's been more than a month though.
My Fixed Blade Collection
http://i557.photobucket.com/albums/ss17/rtriems63/FixedBladeKnives800x600.jpg
What's that on the far right?
StagLefty
03-09-2011, 09:47
Here's the next Izula I'd like to get if I have some extra money and they can keep it in stock-I think it would look great with a black paracord wrap :
http://www.knifeworks.com/eseeizulaknifesafteyorangeconcealedcarryknife.aspx
FireMoth
03-09-2011, 11:14
When i first read the thread title, it was VERY difficult not to answer:
"They are a good idea. You should get one"
BPTactical
03-09-2011, 11:23
When i first read the thread title, it was VERY difficult not to answer:
"They are a good idea. You should get one"
[ROFL1]
StagLefty
03-09-2011, 13:34
When i first read the thread title, it was VERY difficult not to answer:
"They are a good idea. You should get one"
Apparently Mike isn't giving you your meds even after I called yesterday [ROFL1]
What's that on the far right?
That is a Cook Explorer Elite that I picked up at a gun show. I haven't used it in the field, it has been at the leatherworks getting a sheath.
hurley842002
03-11-2011, 19:08
Just placed my order for a desert tan Izula!
WOW! That was quick, big +1 for The Knife Connection, had it here in two days.
Pics to follow shortly, you've done it now Stag, this thing is SWEET, i'm already trying to figure out what my next ESEE purchase will be. Thinking of replacing my Seal Pup, with a Desert tan 4 series, to match the Izula.
hurley842002
03-11-2011, 19:30
I only had a short piece of Brown para cord, so I couldn't quite wrap the whole thing, i'll get some more tomorrow.
Apologies for the crappy photos:
http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh297/hurley842002/IMG_20110311_181648.jpg
http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh297/hurley842002/IMG_20110311_181722.jpg
http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh297/hurley842002/IMG_20110311_181737.jpg
StagLefty
03-12-2011, 09:14
That's the same one I have. Those 2 dealers I posted are crazy fast shipping.
Your hooked now [Beer]
http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab49/StagLefty/Knives/IM000254.jpg
hurley842002
03-12-2011, 09:26
That's the same one I have. Those 2 dealers I posted are crazy fast shipping.
Your hooked now [BEER]
Definitely hooked! What is your prefered method of carry for this bad boy?
StagLefty
03-12-2011, 09:47
I picked up a couple of large blade tech belt clips. You can do either horizontal or vertical carry or carry in sheath in your pocket. You attach just one side to sheath. That's what is great about the ESEE sheaths is the options for attaching
to just about anything.
http://www.blade-tech.com/Large-Tek-Lok-w-hardware-pr-841.html
When i first read the thread title, it was VERY difficult not to answer:
"They are a good idea. You should get one"
Glad I could inspire a little sarcasm. [Beer]
I already have a couple of fixed blade knives but they are older designs (including my Ka-Bar) and most of them have leather sheaths and leather or wood handles. I was just looking for something a little more "modern" Really leaning towards something like the ESEE 6 but would like to see one in person first.
Thanks again for all the replies!
hurley842002
03-12-2011, 10:43
Glad I could inspire a little sarcasm. [Beer]
I already have a couple of fixed blade knives but they are older designs (including my Ka-Bar) and most of them have leather sheaths and leather or wood handles. I was just looking for something a little more "modern" Really leaning towards something like the ESEE 6 but would like to see one in person first.
Thanks again for all the replies!
That ESEE 6 is very nice looking as well, hopefully I can acquire all of them down the road. As of now, I think the Junglas and the 4 are in the near future.
http://i1103.photobucket.com/albums/g476/smh716/esee4.jpg
I received my Esee 4 a couple days ago. This is a very nice looking knife. Looks like a knife you want to actually go out and use. I think this is going to be the knife that I will most often carry when I go to the mtns and can't wait to try it out.
StagLefty
03-12-2011, 16:05
We may have to start our own Colorado Rat Pack !! [Beer]
How about something slightly different?
http://bugei.com/tanto-8-ctg.htm
hurley842002
03-12-2011, 18:51
We may have to start our own Colorado Rat Pack !! [Beer]
I'm in! Lol
StagLefty
03-12-2011, 19:20
How about something slightly different?
http://bugei.com/tanto-8-ctg.htm
Very cool-I just like all knives I guess [Beer]
How about something slightly different?
http://bugei.com/tanto-8-ctg.htm
That might be a little too different for my tastes. But to each their own.
I did see a Benchmade for a very good price today. I even had to look twice because the price was well below $100. I might have to go check it out. But will probably just end up with one of ESEE models since no one has anything negative to say about them.
2008f450
03-12-2011, 20:55
I am really liking the looks of the ESEE knives. If I can get rid of some of mine I will be buying a couple
hurley842002
03-15-2011, 09:42
Well I took the plunge on an RC-4 the other day, was all excited to share the news, then the site went down. Should get it tomorrow or Thursday.
StagLefty
03-15-2011, 09:49
Guess who'll be haunting the mailbox [ROFL1]
hurley842002
03-18-2011, 18:56
Well my 4 came in, VERY pleased with this thing. After looking at some pics on Bladeforum, I thought sure it was going to be smaller than I wanted, turns out to be THE perfect size for my uses. Now to decide which one next, HEST, a 6 or the Junglass. The Junglass has been hard to find lately.
http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/hh297/hurley842002/IMG_20110318_184423.jpg
I'm trying to get my brothers Busse mistress from him. Nicest knife I have ever seen. Little too spensive fo me...
StagLefty
03-19-2011, 08:52
Nice combo hurley. Yeah the Junglas seems to be real hard to find lately. Glad I got mine when I did. [Beer]
Not sure who is selling the HEST anymore,ESEE cut ties with the Dpx line.
hurley842002
03-19-2011, 09:47
Nice combo hurley. Yeah the Junglas seems to be real hard to find lately. Glad I got mine when I did. [Beer]
Not sure who is selling the HEST anymore,ESEE cut ties with the Dpx line.
Thanks man! The knife connection has a few of the HEST knives, thinking I should jump on one while I still can.
I've been watching this thread and after all the posts and reading quite a bit independent information, I just ordered the ESEE 4 as well. That looks to be a handy knife to have!
hurley842002
03-19-2011, 11:24
I've been watching this thread and after all the posts and reading quite a bit independent information, I just ordered the ESEE 4 as well. That looks to be a handy knife to have!
Good choice! I haven't had the chance to use it yet (just received it yesterday), but it really feels like the perfect middle of the road knife, between something like the 6 or the Junglas, and something smaller like the Izula. The thickness of the blade is just right IMO, and it is Razor sharp out of the package. Only other thing I will likely purchase for this knife, is the Moly backing, and possibly one of the pouches to carry a few items. What color did you get? Be sure to post some pics. Definitely going to have to start a Rat pack now.
enthusiast
03-19-2011, 11:59
I just ordered the ESEE 5. I could not decide between the 4 and 5. I like the thickness the 5 offered.
hurley842002
03-19-2011, 12:04
I just ordered the ESEE 5. I could not decide between the 4 and 5. I like the thickness the 5 offered.
That 5 appears to be a BEAST, See what you started here Stag, I think Randall should give you a free Knife of your choice, for all the money you have made him, lol.
StagLefty
03-19-2011, 12:47
I'm just glad to see happy local ESEE customers like myself. I know it sounds like kool aid but quality speaks for itself. Enjoy and use them. I think you folks will also be surprised by the tough coating on the blades. I don't believe any of you have made a mistake with your purchases. [Beer]
hurley842002
03-19-2011, 12:55
I'm just glad to see happy local ESEE customers like myself. I know it sounds like kool aid but quality speaks for itself. Enjoy and use them. I think you folks will also be surprised by the tough coating on the blades. I don't believe any of you have made a mistake with your purchases. [Beer]
Quality definitely speaks for itself. I haven't owned any super expensive knives, but the ESEE knives have so far surpassed the quality of anything I've owned in the past.
To me the Esee 4 just looks like it should be used. Some of my other knives look nice, but I'm careful with how I use them because I don't want to mess them up. But the Esee isn't like that - it's a real working knife! I like the looks of the Izula in the pictures that have been posted. Will get one of those at some point also.
Get a sharp one.
We make our own from ST ST saw blades the big ones used for concrete sawing, hell to get the first edge on it but after that they are outstanding for holding an edge.
http://www.badgerkustoms.com/sitebuilder/images/IMG_0010-250x187.jpg
What color did you get?
I got the tan all decked out with all the goodies, it was like $125 with everything on The Knife Connection.
StagLefty
03-19-2011, 17:08
Get a sharp one.
We make our own from ST ST saw blades the big ones used for concrete sawing, hell to get the first edge on it but after that they are outstanding for holding an edge.
http://www.badgerkustoms.com/sitebuilder/images/IMG_0010-250x187.jpg
Nice looking knives Mtn. man [Beer]
StagLefty
03-19-2011, 17:13
For you Kabar fans-here's their new release:
https://www.kabar.com/product/productDetail.do?productNumber=5600&mode=category&categoryId=1,2,7,8&categoryName=Military/Tactical
I have my dad's
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/9c/KA-BAR.jpg/200px-KA-BAR.jpg (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:KA-BAR.jpg)
StagLefty
03-23-2011, 13:09
For you folks who recently joined the ESEE fan club. Seems to have been a falling out on blade forums and they've opened their own forum. Just an FYI.
http://www.jungletraining.com/forums/index.php
hurley842002
03-23-2011, 13:13
For you folks who recently joined the ESEE fan club. Seems to have been a falling out on blade forums and they've opened their own forum. Just an FYI.
http://www.jungletraining.com/forums/index.php
Wow, that was quick, I was on blade forum a few days ago and everything seemed fine, unless I missed something. Tried to register on the ESEE forum and it looks like registration has been disabled by the administrator.
ESEE Forum Closed
We've closed the forum per Jeff's request. Sorry guys, please take all ESEE discussion to the General Forum
Edit by Blues: Folks, let's all stand by. I'm in touch with both Jeff and Spark and this issue may be resolved later on this evening. However, Spark and Jeff are both on the road at the moment so it may take a little bit. No promises either way but there is some reason to remain optimistic.BF requires a company rep to mod their respective forums. I wonder if it just got to be too much.
The Kershaw forum was closed when the rep pulled out and that was a popular one.
EDIT:
Guess I should have read first.
http://www.jungletraining.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4441
Not nearly as dramatic as the Mick Strider melt down.
StagLefty
03-23-2011, 14:25
Wow, that was quick, I was on blade forum a few days ago and everything seemed fine, unless I missed something. Tried to register on the ESEE forum and it looks like registration has been disabled by the administrator.
There's a thread in GD from Jeff telling how to register.There's still a few hangups.
Apparently Jeff and Mike got tired of threads being moved by a BF mod. Their philosophy was not just about their knives but how they were used and anything that was outdoor related and the mod didn't agree so the decision was made that they needed their own forum.
hurley842002
03-23-2011, 15:10
There's a thread in GD from Jeff telling how to register.There's still a few hangups.
Apparently Jeff and Mike got tired of threads being moved by a BF mod. Their philosophy was not just about their knives but how they were used and anything that was outdoor related and the mod didn't agree so the decision was made that they needed their own forum.
Hmmmm, Sounds like some drama I wouldn't have wanted to take part in anyway. I will get signed up on the new forum.
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