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I already said I wanted that one.
mmmm you said you wanted the HEST this is the new Izula II.Quote:
Originally Posted by Stuart
I carry the CRKT M16-13SF as my EDC. I like the handguard, plus it makes it possible to open as I pull it from my pocket/waistband, if the need should arise. It also has a manual locking device that turns pretty much to a fixed blade. I like the sturdiness of this knife.
I used to carry the CRKT M16-10KZ as my EDC but I opted for SF model with the additional ridge to open as you pull it out, with the clip reversed for blade-up carry. I keep this smaller one in my backpack for use when I don't have my SF13 on me.
I went to Bowers Tactical today for the first time. They had a few knives in stock. What I was most impressed with was their delicious coffee!Quote:
Originally Posted by StagLefty
Yeah, they had a nice little selection last time I was in there. Had one that was very similar to that Izula. I almost purchased it, but had already spent too much as it was. I can't go in that place with out dropping a little coin.Quote:
Originally Posted by Stuart
You drank my coffee ??? It took me 3 yrs. to get him to buy that $1 jar !! [ROFL1]Quote:
Originally Posted by Stuart
Mike has a coffee? how the hell did I miss that?
Requires secret handshake/salute,morse code,and unfortunately a Mike hug.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dr_Fwd
[Puke]
All this talk of uber ninja fightin' knives and not one mention of...
http://www.darkopsknives.com/photo/9.jpg
I carry a superknife Its not pretty but its always sharp.
http://images.frys.com/art/product/b...852420.box.GIF
How is this for visible wear?
http://i450.photobucket.com/albums/q...118000933a.jpg
http://i450.photobucket.com/albums/q...1118000933.jpg
http://imgur.com/XvF9a.jpg
http://imgur.com/BnHZI.jpg
5 years of daily carry on the kershaw.
Is that a mold for making gold teeth in that second picture Wulf? That thing sitting on the envelope.
Love my Gerber, i'd like to get one in black at some point.Quote:
Originally Posted by Wulf202
Originally this 600 was black, but gerber sent sent me a silver one back when I sent it in for warantee repairs. I prefer the silver one so I didn't complain The folding razor is also a gerberQuote:
Originally Posted by hurley842002
How'd you know? you working on your grill too? Thermaflu package, the girlfriend is sick.Quote:
Originally Posted by Stuart
Oh and here's why I'm not showing you all how to sharpen knives.
http://imgur.com/tzFtm.jpg
http://imgur.com/diCFp.jpg
Yes that's rust on a stainless blade.
I've rusted my stainless M&P twice. I thought it looked like file marks.
If I end up making your knife meeting, I was planning on bringing my axe...
Trey is the guy I take everything to get sharpened up. I loaned my camp axe out and it came back with chips in the blade, he fixed it up for me. My girlfriend's hair cutting shears are sharpened by him. He can show you how to take care of most blades, because he probably owns one just like it. I've no clue how many blades he owns, and can shave with.Quote:
Originally Posted by Stuart
In fact my kershaw was a present from him.
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Originally Posted by llostwolf
Yeah it looks like you can gut a sofa with that![Muaha]
My daily carry is a Kershaw, 3 1/4 inch straight blade, and I think it is just called the 1670. I love it. I carry it on and off duty. Very sharp!
Gerber slim aluminum with a partial serrated blade. Nice cause it folds so skinny it can easily share a pocket with other stuff and it doesn't have any sharp edges to catch your hand (when folded :)
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_Gu1DzO8d4pU/TO...120_113841.jpg
I do a modified Martial Blade Concepts "Janich Carry" now that I'm training with them. Surprised no one else has mentioned them.
Blackhawk Be-Wharned for primary people cutter only, tip up front right pocket carry. Secondary/utility is a CRKT Point Guard that will be soon replaced with a Spyderco Endura when I can find one with G10 scales. Tertiary/utility rear pocket or pack carry is a CRKT Mt. Ranier. Soon to be replaced by a Spyderco Delica, again as soon as I can fond one with G10 scales.
There was a post about "if I'm fighting with a folder I'm already in trouble." I used to think that way too. Until I read "Contemporary Knife Targeting" and started the MBC training. Knives can be very effective against gross motor skill "shankalicious" type attackers.
This is a good thread, interesting to see what people carry.
About assisted opening-
I used to carry a Kershaw Blur on my ambulance everyday, it was really handy to have the blade pop open in gloves, either turn out or nitrile. We used some heavy gloves and it helped to be sure, no finger nails. Also, my other hand was often busy before I would cut a seat belt, and I liked how it was a sure thing one handed open. Keep it sharp enough and I had no use for serrations. In fact I like straight blades more as they don't get hung up on shit and I could take care of it better. That knife had some serious texture as well, also handy wet or in gloves. Finally, it had an open body, i.e. easy to clean out, I was fully opposed to knives that were hard to clean the crud out of, as we weren't talking pocket lint.
As of now I tend to carry a Spiderco Delica. Same reasons as above, but it weighs less and its thinner, and I haven't had to cut a seat belt in some time so I figure I can get a little more comfortable with a lot less speed.
That's great input BigMat, thanks.
Delica Wave - file work on the lock, engraved & polished blade:
http://imgur.com/zicAi.jpg
I EDC a Spyderco ploice or Military for the last 10 years. Since I moved hear to Colorado a year ago, I had to retire the Spyderco's and now I EDC a Kershaw Blur.
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Originally Posted by StagLefty
Can't quite tell if it's the same size knife or not, but this seems like an awfully fair price for the Izula, and I like the color choices.
http://knifeoutlet.com/shop/10Expand...ductCode=CMESI
Hurley-Check this site-free shipping :
http://www.the-knife-connection.com/...ry--izula.html
Dang, 3 dollars cheaper and free shipping to boot. I do like those micarta handle slabs as well. Thanks for the link, I will be requesting this knife for x-mas (fingers crossed).Quote:
Originally Posted by StagLefty
I disliked the CRKT knives I had.
benchmade is good, but too bloody expensive.
carried a spydeco for years, like em.
daily carry now is a kershaw 1910CKT. awesome.
kershaw is the best IMO.
Just picked up a Swiss Army "camper" this evening. I grew up carrying a Swiss Army knife, but haven't owned one for probably 13 years or so. I will pair this with my Columbia River (hopefully soon to be Izula), with the Swiss handling a majority of the general cutting needs, and a nice sharp edge being kept on the Columbia for defensive purposes and heavier tasks. The Swiss Army is small enough to fit in my pocket and I don't know its there, but the tools inside could prove to be a lifesaver at times, and with two blades, what's not to love.
http://www.swissarmy.com/MultiTools/...product=53301&
I never liked Swiss Army knives. I remember having one or two as a kid though.
I certainly wouldn't replace my Columbia River with it, or any good single blade knife, But I think it will make a nice addition to my daily carry items. I really like multi tools such as the Leatherman or Gerber, but they are just too damn bulky for daily carry IMO.Quote:
Originally Posted by Stuart
I had what I think they called a Swiss Champ years ago. Damn thing was the size of an office stapler [ROFL1] You can't beat either a Swiss knife or a good multi tool in your BOB though. Just too many uses. JMHO [Beer]
My daily carry knife is a police folder and its not a weapon at all. Its a straw cutter, string remover, box opener and in rare cases steak knife. More and more lately a rope cutter and anti zombie missile.
X2 have a Gerber Multi in my BOB.Quote:
Originally Posted by StagLefty
I used to have a nice Gerber multitool that I found in a car when I was a lot tech. I don't know what happened to it though.
I used to carry a Benchmade Griptilian around for about 3 years... Moved to Colorado and lost it in a river on a rafting trip the summer before last.
Bought a new one last December... Then lost it in a damn Safeway parking lot a few weeks later pulling my car keys out (I think)... On Countyline... Some lucky bastard found that nearly new knife.
Was it any of you? [Mad]
Haven't had the heart to buy a new carry yet. And have cursed the heavens every time I have needed to cut something in the last year.
For Sale-Benchmade Griptilian slightly rusty but can be cleaned up.
Also for sale Benchmade Griptilian-like new bought at Safeway.
Just kidding Asmodiar-hate losing gear especially knives [Beer]
I trolled craigs list looking for this exact post for so long [BooHoo]Quote:
Originally Posted by StagLefty