Knife/Survival Knife Info.

[Goloth]

Well you think that is big try me being at work one day and I wipped out my trusty SAK trekker with the locking blade and a clients response was wow thats a big knife. I was really surprised and while perfectly legal in my area I decided to put it up and try to change the subject. People who are afraid of knives tend to blow citings way out of porportion when they want to. I was just amazed at what people are afraid or think is a large knife sometime. I have even had people say man what are you doing with that rambo knife it I take out my CRKT M16-13M to cut some rope.

I live in Phoenix, Arizona. So most of the people here carry some sort of weapon anyway, not a lot of us are too intimidated by knives, unless you're around a person who's a bit crazy at times, such as myself. I mean, guns are legal to carry here, without a permit, as long as they're in a holster, so as you can imagine, there are a lot of people who carry that kind of stuff 'round. That SAK knife, I looked it up, only looks around five to six inches at the most, good looking knife though I will say, but that's kinda sad that people got freaked out by it.

[Sam]

I cannot claim that I have tried out every type of mora there is. I even suspect that they sell some models there that arn't sold here, cause their bad reputation in finland.
For that every knife is a tool I must disagree. Most Finns(those living in rural areas) view a good puukko like Japanese view a katana. It is more than just a tool. Like katana is more than just a weapon. Puukko is still just piece of steel and wood bond together, but also something else. A very good puukko can be two - three generations old, keeping its edge and moving from father to son. Puukko is the ultimate tool, (the ultimate weapon as well) the only tool that you can trust 100%.

There are several cultures that value one form of blade or another. I personally
like the Becker BK-10 air crew knife. I own several different knives and I seem to lean toward the bowie style blades.
-Sam

[tonester]

i have a few leather sheaths that i really like. i was wondering what is a good way to keep them in top condition? is there any kind of oil or treatment that you guys recommend?

[crashdive123]

i have a few leather sheaths that i really like. i was wondering what is a good way to keep them in top condition? is there any kind of oil or treatment that you guys recommend?

I use a light coating of neatsfoot oil. Just be careful not to use too much or do it too often - leather will become very soft if you do.

[Rick]

About the only thing I use on leather is Nikwax or Granger's leather conditioner.

[tonester]

thanks guys. would i be able to pick any of that stuff up at home depot or walmart?

[crashdive123]

I get mine at sporting goods stores. I use the same stuff that I used to condition a baseball glove - many years ago.

[Rick]

You won't find Nikwax or Grangers at Home Depot and I've never looked at Wally World. You can buy either one on line at just about any outdoor shop. REI, Altrec, Marmot Mountain, just to name a few.

[graffixx808]

hmmm- i've had the gerber lmf asek-2 for about 7 months now sweet as hell. but if you can't afford that try it's little brother- the gerber prodigy nice knife also. i've never had any problems with gerber knives.some have i guees. the first knife i mentioned is i think the perfect "survival" knife. and get a good multi-tool to go qwith it-- you will be set..

[kx250kev]

Have one of the original Becker Combat Bowie's and love it! Incredible chopping power.
http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/VAL737-1.html
Also have the BK-7, nice.
http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/58638-1.html
Glad Becker is back in business! I HIGHLY recommend both these full tang knives, but for rounding up fire wood, the Combat Bowie wins every time. Made in the USA too!

[pocomoonskyeyes]

Boy when you asked that question it sure was a doozy,everyone has their opinion you would've got less replies if you had asked "how to cook a steak" LOL A good quality knife is my reply. although I would have to go with FVR on the Ka-Bar, I used it in the military and for price/quality/dependability it is hard to beat when it comes to fixed blades.I have used a case stockman to skin and gut a deer so know that for that small is sometimes better. but for the butchering the Ka-Bar works well.
think of what use(s) a knife will be used for, and what style would suit the task(s) at hand.After that is considered go for the best quality you can REASONABLY afford.Why spend $100 when $50 is just as good if not as pretty and flashy. Today a lot of knives are like fishing lures they catch the money better than the fish.LOL

[skully]

A multi-bladed penknife is useful,but if you can carry only one knife choose somthing stronger, a general purpose blade that will do all likely tasks efficiently and comfortably, from cutting trees to skinnig animals and preparing food. some have built in compasses or hollow handles for carrying a kit, but any advantages are offset by the fact that such handles may break or the compass lose its accuracy. An ideal knife is the parang these knifes have three different edges the last 5 cm of the blabe is good for skining, the middle 15 cm of the blade is good for heavy duty work such as chopping, and the lower 10 cm of the blade near the handle is good for carving and delicate work. The curved blade enables maximum effort to be applied when cutting timber and the blade arrives before the knuckles, offering protection. the sheath must have positive fastenings to keep the blade secure and also a loop for fixing to a belt some sheathes have a pocket on the front for a sharpining stone.

[Rick]

Oh, please!! Let's not get started on the perfect knife again. We've been through this a zillion times. There is NO perfect knife. Try the Search button, Skully. There are so many threads on knives. Try this thread. It runs on forever.

http://www.wilderness-survival.net/f...ead.php?t=1297

[crashdive123]

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[Rick]

Yeah, that's the one!!

[skully]

Oh, please!! Let's not get started on the perfect knife again. We've been through this a zillion times. There is NO perfect knife. Try the Search button, Skully. There are so many threads on knives. Try this thread. It runs on forever.

I did not say anywhere in that post about perfect knifes im giving my experinced opinion on knifes thats all.

[Rick]

I understand that and I'm glad your opinion is experienced. All I'm suggesting is you try doing a search on a subject before you post on it. We've had extremely long threads on knives. Everyone has a differing opinion on them. And if you're going to post someone else's words, please be so kind as to give them credit. Otherwise it's called plagiarism!!!!

I'm sure John Wiseman would appreciate being credited for his work....

http://books.google.com/books?id=YJ7...age&q=&f=false

[pocomoonskyeyes]

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The one that works best for you!!!

[skully]

[QUOTE=Rick;143273]I understand that and I'm glad your opinion is experienced. All I'm suggesting is you try doing a search on a subject before you post on it. We've had extremely long threads on knives. Everyone has a differing opinion on them. And if you're going to post someone else's words, please be so kind as to give them credit. Otherwise it's called plagiarism!!!!

I'm sure John Wiseman would appreciate being credited for his work....

Look i was trained by british special forces (sas) they follow this book in alot of situations i was handed this book when i completed my advanced training I agree with you when you say everyone has a different opinion my opinion just happens to be the same as john "lofty" wiseman but those writings are his and i apoligize for anyone i angerd.

[pocomoonskyeyes]

Oh it's alright Skully, it's just that everyone that has been here for a while has seen some of this stuff said over and over and over again.That's why Rick suggested going and doing a search. I've only been here a month or so and it's about the 3rd or 4th time this kinda' thing has popped up. I was just TRYING to be funny so don't take offense with what I said please. My personal opinion on knives (nobody asked me) is that a knife is a TOOL and just as I wouldn't trust a mechanic who was going to fix my car wit two crescent wrenches,(It can probably be done) as being knowledgable. I don't place too much emphasis on the Perfect knife ideology, Every knife has a purpose and was designed for that purpose. I would think a surgeon trying to perform surgery with a 12" bowie was an idiot,and the same for a camper trying to chop a log with a scalpel. Most everyone here has been here longer than I, so if I've heard it 3-4 times imagine how many times They have heard it. Relax your in good company here. Sit down have a cup of tea or coffee and check out the site is all they are really trying to say.