Knife Thread General #88: 2017 hype train edition

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SHINY COLD STEEL ESPADA XL
/thread

I wish Coldsteel would make their handles slimmer like they did with the Broken Skull and Code 4.

>>33444057
Inb4 microtech guy
Inb4 namefag
Inb4 retards

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>>33444057
I'm pretty hyped about some of the new ZT's. The 0055 (pic related) and 0460 in particular. I may pic up at lest the 0055 this summer.

I'm not sure how I feel about Cold Steel Immortal, I was looking at it the other day, I don't know if I love it or hate it. If I did not have so many knives on my want list, I would consider it. I am going to have to get something from the Drop Forge line, and possibly a Frenzy.

Other than that, I've not been supper in the loop about new knives lately.

>>33445050
agreed I'm prb gonna get 2 or 3 of the new zts, benchmade and spyderco look to be pretty meh for 2017 releases

y'all know what i want.. lol

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I'm probably gonna pick a Viper DAN1 up anybody have any experience with them?

pic related

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>>33445880
My bad thats the 2

1 is this pic

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Just finished this knife over break, excited to use it in the fall. O1 and bocote

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>>33445913

>>33445913
what kinda wood is the handle made from? looks HELLA sex

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>>33445913
>>33445925
Are those various tabs you have collected from energy drink cans? Jesus fucking Christ. Is this you?

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>>33444057
hey /KTG/
which knife edge is the best for cutting flesh?

im aware it really doesnt matter all that much in the grand scheme of things, but i want to know if it /did/ matter what would it be?

>>33446415

Scandi bevel.

>>33446415
The best edge geometry for cutting soft mediums, and pretty much anything in general, is a zero flat grind. This means The edge is the entire width of the blade. For the most part, in most applications, modern steel is not strong enough to use this grind.

So the next best thing is a thin 0 convex grind, as thin as The steel can support the edge. However this is harder to sharpen and make for the average consumer/production.

Out of the ones on the list you provided I would go with the standard "V" bevel

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Anyone had experience with TOPS Knives?

>>33446488
like their names suggest
they really are the tops.

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What does /k/ think of pic related?

>>33446497

Noooooooice.

Well, my wallet is going to hate me, but I can drop 200$ on one I guess.

>>33446601
i was looking at an SXB personally, just because fuck it you feel?
was also looking at:
>rangers edge
>legion 6
>Prather Bowie
>devils elbow

>>33446465
thanks for the info friend, you da man

>>33446635

The Legion looks like pure sex, imo.

But the SXB looks like it'd be some bitchin' use in the field..

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>>33446635
In my opinion it's kind of a meme knife, there are more effective knives of that size you can get for the price. But yes it is a cool knife, and Tops have very solid build quality.

My problem with them however, is a problem with a lot of large choppers. Their edge, and in some cases (XM included) their grind, is way too thick. They don't bite into wood as much as they bounce off of it. It's one of the reasons I'm reprofiling my Ontario SP-10.

Not sure if you were the same guy I talked with before about Tops, so you may have seen this already, but these are two I sharpened for a customer this summer.

>>33446488
Excellent knives. Some of them are a bit too mallninja for my taste, though. I have the ALRT XL03 and the .170 Machete. They're great. The machete is great for clearing brush, thick enough to split wood when camping, and an excellent choice for chopping palm trees up. The XL03 is a great little tool for prying and opening up packaging. It's my go to for opening up boxes and to use like an XActo hobby knife when I'm using materials too thick for the XActo (like some leathers and plastic sheeting). TOPS is an all-around great knife company.

>>33446143
Its Bocote, sweet mexican latina wood
>>33446246
Yes they are. Thats over the course of two college quarters. Im not proud of it, but thats okay.

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>>33444057
Hello everyone, knife-noob here.
I edc a paramilitary 2 because some of you told me it's great a few years ago, and I love it, but it is not legal in my country because it's 7 mm longer, so that's the first reason I am looking for a new spyder.
But I spend my summers in Egypt and I want a knife that wouldn't mind saltwater (Because I don't trust arabs, not even when I am swimming in the sea).
So I am looking at the SALT 1 by spyderco, having watched a few youtube reviews (mostly shills), I got really confused.
So let me list my questions in hope, of you guys answering some:
Is the h1 steel a meme ?
Is it bad that it has no liners inside ?
Is the lock-back any good ?
Would it make a good edc knife in your opinion ?

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>>33446922
H1 is cool. I personally have no experience with it. I've heard mixed reviews about it's edge retention, the general consensus is that it's very weak in that department, it will not even compare with the s30v in your PM2. The whole point of H1 though is that it is 100% rust proof, you can leave it in salt water for a year, it will still be shiny.

It not having liners is not "bad" considering the use of the knife. Most EDC knives do not need liners, in fact some liner less G-10 knives are strong enough that the blade or lock would break first.

The lock back is fine, once again, it's not a hard use knife. If your PM2's compression lock has worked for you, this will be fine.

I don't think H1 is good for you, it's more the kind of steel you would want to take sailing, or leaving in a boat/fishing box... not really an EDC steel.

Why not get a Paramilitary 3? They just came out this year. The are pretty much just a smaller PM2. Pic related is a PM2 (top) and a PM3 (bottom)

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>>33447115
I would buy the PM3 but it would be kinda expensive because I live in Europe and it's not sold here, yet and importing from the US would be a (knife's price+shipping)*27%.
Also I am going for a more budget type of knife this time because edc-ing a knife has the risk of losing it.
I don't like liner locks btw.
The only two options I have left are the SALT 1 and the Delica 4. Today I had a visit a to my local knife dealer and I preferred the SALT for the blade shape, lightness, looks, handle pattern, bigger hole.

>>33446699

yeah im the same guy thanks man

>>33446922
>ia h1 steel a meme
no its completely rust proof.
>is it bad that is had no liners
if anything it makes the knife better.
liners are a meme with current technology
>lock back any good?
lock back is proven to be a decent locking system
>good edc?
hell yeah, i would definitely carry a spyderco,

>>33446488
theyre nice knives make sure to read reviews on them though some have narrow/too small handles

>>33447311
In that case, yeah sure, they are not bad knives by a long shot. I've almost bought a H1 Dragonfly a few times.

But like you said, there's also the Delica 4 and also consider taking a look at the Native 5.

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>>33444193
What is your problem?

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>>33447731
BTW, the colorful knives are the star wars edition blades.
Fun to play with, and the coating actually does hold up to a bit of use
Here are some custom CT's. Stainless steel makes for a hefty knife, they are freaking awesome

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>>33447746
bumpity bump
More combats.
Got a few new ones too.

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>>33447758
Bumping bumpin bumpin
Just got these in.
Freaking mokuti blades are my weakness.
Still want a dragonscale damascus Halo.....
No such knife exists yet

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>>33447778
The knife on the bottom of the previous image is actually a sigil, sorry about that.
Check this out, BDL did a custom camo job for me a while back.
You guys like?

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>>33447792
Another bump.
Hoping there are some lurkers.
I want this thread to have some decent content for whoever sees it.

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>>33447808
Bump
What do you guys all want to see?
I did take a few pics of the blades I have in cold storage. (Technically it means safety deposit box)
Did you know you can keep anything in them?
Go figure

>>33447808

This is some impressive autism, Mircotech guy.

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>>33447827
Thank you.
Here is my Dalton collection.
I like the scorpion series. Really wish they would have been more of them made

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>>33447839
pew pew pew
>>33447827
YOU should see some of my other collections

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>>33447854
some boxes.
Haven't even gotten a chance to play with these

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>>33447872
More star wars.
Not sure if these are the same ones from earlier, I have 3 sets of them.
Still waiting on the deadpool editions

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>>33447885
Here's a rare one.
Giant nemesis, with a regular nemesis right next to it.
I have never gotten my hands on a giant ultratech though, but I'd like to

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>>33447904
This thread is a bit slow, so I'll check in on it later.
I'll do another cabinet pic.
Let me know what you guys want to see so I can get some pics of them later.

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hello /KTG/ i have a question

i live in the cucked state of Maryland,
where it states:
>You can open or conceal carry any sized pocket knife you wish.

so ive been carrying a 5 1/2 inch fully serrated CS talwar


but im prohibited from carrying a fixed blade

how badly would i get my shit packed in if i carried a 5 inch fixed blade in my boot?

slap on the wrist or fully raped by the law?

>>33448210
Going into more detail
>You can not conceal carry a throwing star, dirk, switchblade, gravity knife, or bowie knife.

>You can not open carry a throwing star, dirk, switchblade, gravity knife, or bowie knife with the intent to harm someone.

so if i open carry pic related from above
>>33448210

and had to use it in self defense would i be fugged?

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>>33448210
>>33448237
Why bother carrying it at all? A XL Talwar is far more capable of a defensive knife than than boot dagger. All that really matters is that it has a sharp edge, a sharp point, and most importantly is how big it is. And holding the XL Talwar in the pistol grip gives you a good few more inches of reach over that boot knife.

I have an XL Espada, and I would take it over just about any fixed blade I own if, for what ever crazy reason, I had to use a knife to defend my self.

But as for carrying a small dagger, I find the boot really inconvenient. I tried it for a while for the fun of it, was just uncomfortable. I ended up carrying a dagger (pic related, it's an old US made Gerber) in my waist band on my back.

As for the legality, I do not know. However I could see it argued as a "dirk" because it is double edged.

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>>33448835
well the talwar series was dropped from production in cold steels lineup, and its in very good shape,

so i want to retire my babies anjd get something new to carry, but thank you for the response, ill just go with an immortal or something,

the reason i wanted to carry it is because it seems more bad ass to me, the talwar just gets boring after a while,

>>33444057
Not usually a knife fag but I'd like to know if you've heard of a knife I inherited.

My WWII vet grandpa recently died of old age (it's sad, the man was a badass). Family gave me all his old gear and /out/ stuff because I'm the most into those hobbies. Alice pack and canteens and shit mostly, it's nothing I'll feel bad about taking out innawoods.

But the knife seems really good, it feels really solid and it's razor sharp. Looks almost like a Kabar, but older. Some quick Google Fu says it's a Western G46-8. I know it's pretty rare because people are selling it for upwards of $200. My question is, is it treasure-it-but-take-it-innawoods rare, or is it dont-you-dare-take-it-outside-or-damage-it rare? Is it good or just hype?

>>33449725
that's no doubt a
>dont-you-dare-take-it-outside-or-damage-it

that is a piece of history my friend, got any photos of it?

>>33449725
>World War 2
>ALICE Pack

Buddy I think you mixed up your wars there.

>>33449849
hang on, I'll take one. Can you tell me any more about it?

>>33449863
I don't think he got that in the war. He went to school on the GI bill then worked for the Geological Service somehow involving the Army, I think that's when he got most of the gear. No one knows exactly where it all came from

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>>33449849
here

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>>33444057
Did anyone cop those Columbian knives off of Sportsman guide during their last run? How were they? They're up again and I'm considering getting them.

>>33447926
how do you afford all this?

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>>33447731

Hey Microtech guy, just bought an ultratech a week ago. I was wondering, do you primarily use rem oil to lubricate your otfs? How often do you clean/lubricate them?

help /k/ i need a cheap budget knife because i just lost my ESEE Zancudo when i flipped my ATV. I liked the knife but it would not stay sharp for shit. What is the best $40 knife i can buy with a clip on it for clipping it inside my pocket?

>>33446465
>modern steel is not strong enough to use this grind
Opinel

>>33451540

no one? How about the Ontario RAT 1?

>>33451540
get a kershaw skyline

>>33451540
>>33451804
RAT-1 and ESEE Avispa come in D2 for around 40 or so.

>>33446601
>>33446635
>>33446664

are you for real?
Tops knives are good quality, but most of their designs are stupid. Which is kind of okay, since they make so many different designs.

For a time, the TOPS, B.O.B. fieldcraft knife was the go-to blade for many people getting into bushcrafting and outdoors.

Unfortunately for TOPS, people then realised, that if you are going to pay $160+ for a knife, you might as well get something like an LT Wright (the LTWK genesis seems to be the current FOTM knife for many bushcrafters), or Battle Horse Knives (previously Blind Horse), or any number of custom makers.

If you want a big knife, then for around $200 you can get a Himalayan Imports kukri, or one from Tora Blades

>>33444193
You'll never be rid of me :^)

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>>33450628
I've said the same thing twice before... if you just want some machetes for the sake of having machetes, sure go ahead... If you actually want a good machete that you plan on using for more than just some yard cleaning, good machetes are not that much more expensive, like $20-$50 per will get you a really good machete that will suit your individual needs more.

>>33451593
Opinel's don't have 0 flat grinds, they have a secondary edge bevel. If you were to make an Opinel zero flat it would be only useful for the lightest of tasks, and even at that have very bad edge retention. I sharpened my Carbon Opinel at 15dps from box, was not impressed with the factory edge (Price considered it's fine).

>>33451540
As the others said, Ontario Rat 1, Kershaw Skyline, also consider the Kershaw Link and Leek, and Cold Steel Mediun Voyager. If you want to go really cheap the Kershaw OSO Sweet. If you don't mind spending more for a really good knife, the Cold Steel Code4.

>>33452522
That's a really good deal, I did not notice they came in D2 for that cheap. Although with D2, it's worth getting a coated blade.

>>33447731
>>33447746
>>33447758
>>33447778
>>33447792
>>33447808
>>33447823
>>33447839
>>33447854
>>33447872
>>33447885
>>33447904
>>33447926
Get out REEEEEEEEEEEEEE

>>33456094
Who they hell are you? I'm the real Hunter

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>>33447926
my god i want to hate you for having so many cool knifes

got any MT fixed blades?

>>33456134
Get out pretender

>>33456094
>>33456134
>>33456526
>>33456610
Garbage: the posts

Opinion on microtechs?

Are they worth it?

>>33456767
it depends on what 'worth it' means to you
if you don't mind spending a LOT on a knife, yea

>>33456677

disregard this please.
in actuality i suck cocks.
big huge black ones

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>>33456767
Pretty much what >>33457143 said.

If you are just looking for a tool, than obviously, no they are horrible for the price.

But if you are a knife enthusiast and happen to like OTF's, and their design suits your fancy, than yes they are worth it. They are very well made knives.

>>33456677
>>33457156
These imposers say such preposterous things, please disregard, they are just trying to soil the my good name.

>>33457211
shut it faget and stop stealing my shit.

>>33457156
>>33457211
>>33457229
Get out civie

>>33456677
>>33457156
>>33457211
>>33457229
>>33457264
The nerve of you fagets

>>33457677
get a trip or stop bitching niggerfaggot

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>>33450999
Defense contracting. Business is booming!
>>33451297
Like straight up disassemble? That is honestly pretty rare for me as I never need to.
But I use a variety of oils for them, with rem oil being pretty commonly used for me. The frequency depends on how much I USE them.
Just wipe the blade every once in a while and used compressed air to blow them out.
>>33456526
I have a few. Including the legendary "meme knife" that everyone complains about
>>33456767
I like them.
>>33457180
No real arguments with this
Hunter you need to leave.

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>>33458222
I don't like most of the fixed blades they make, although the arbiter is kind of cool.
I like the Jag (not spelling it out, lazy and on phone) and despite all the hate it gets, I think it is fun
Here are 4 of the Jags I own.
I did get a flamed titanium one, might post if there is interest.

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>>33458230
Last one.
I will be back later.
This thread is too slow right now

>>33446922
its a completely different feeling knife. A lot mushier, harder to open, h1 doesnt hold an edge that well (only good for rust resistance)

spyderco just came out with many new models this year in the same price range that are smoother, better locks for closing and opening 1 handed and better steels for edc use.

>>33447311
Buy a pm3 from reddit knife_swap used and ask the shipper to mark it below 20 in the customs form. Or same deal on bladeforums.

You really save up on the money buying 2nd hand from a rated seller and talk with them before shipping.

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>>33447731
>>33447746
>>33447758
>>33447778
>>33447808
Your pictures are posted by several people in the microtech fb group. Youre either stealing most of someones knives as your own or all of them.

Either way youre a lying faggot and didnt help me with the socom deal 4 months ago so eat a dick :) heres my real microtechs

>>33458244
christ how much do you earn to fuel this need?

>>33459534
He said he was active in those groups under multiple names a few threads ago.
So yeah they are his pics from his posts.
Also, why is he obligated to help you with anything?
The Mods deleted his sales thread and he hasn't tried since, probably doesn't want to get banned

>>33458222

Thanks for getting back to me, I am gonna go and pick up some rem oil and compressed air. I want to make sure that I keep it well lubricated so nothing gets broken.

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r8 the shitbox ive got coming in.

you can appreciate a fine shitbox knife, right /ktg/???

>>33460126 I'm not the same guy but:

>He said he was active in those groups
Well case closed then, obviously this is the truth, no reason to question any further. 10/10 impeccable logic

>under multiple names
This also makes a lot of scene. I too have multiple FaceBook accounts in which I use all of them to upload my collection pictures, you know, just so no one gets confused.

>>33458244
Just for the sake of it, since there is no real evidence either way, at some point would you mind posting a picture with a bunch of your Microtechs (does not have to be all of them, just pick a diverse group) with a /k timestamp? Just to settle this all for everyone?

>>33460126
lmao. This is like when niggas get catfished and think she doesn't want to get a webcam because she's too busy all the time.

>>33460126
How does someone with fake profiles in a closed group seem legit to you ? All the profiles seem real but this faggot just steals the pictures off of those.

How many kitchen tables does he have ? How many cameras does he have ?

Why are some of the photos low quality and some hd ?

Why are you him and posting without a trip

>>33460364
>Fine
>The pearl isnt even fitted correctly in the stock image

; _ ; its a waste of money i tells you. Could have gotten really good traditionals instead of this

>>33460425
How about all of them with a timestamp and face to link to those facebook pictures "he" has been posting.

>>33460425
If he has that many fucking knives he is probably autistic as fuck.
He is the one that told us to join those groups, so I see no argument there.
The multiple names thing is strange but even I have 4 profiles under different names.
Maybe the guy doesn't want to stand out as a giant knife hoarder, or maybe he is actually a dealer that doesn't want to be called out.
He did a few timestamps back when he was Microfag (around 2 years ago) but hasn't done any after since all people wanted were time stamped pics. Maybe he got sick of them?
(The only reason I know all this is because I catalogue /k/'s namefags and tripfags)
Someone has to

>>33445050
that might be the ugliest knife i've seen. ever.

It might not even be the real Microtech guy
HE ISN"T USING A FUCKING TRIP
He used to do timestamp photos when he first started posting, but he stopped a little while after he said his kid got cancer.
Any chance it has been an imposter since then?

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I like my knives like I want my women. Cheap and Mexican.

>>33460606
>waste of money
1. youre looking at the open backsprings probably
2. its $7.50
3. i like whittlers, and no one makes an abundant supply of them other than the cheapos
4. its cracked ice plastic. get it rite

>>33444057
Any recommendations for a quality semi serrated tanto folder with either a frame or back lock?

>>33460606
btw i have plenty of decent traditionals, such as hand picked case, GEC, northwoods, etc. sometimes i just like carrying a piece of shit that i can do whatever i want with no fear of worry about the OCD that comes with high end knives

>>33447839
hey MTG, do you know Dalton?
seems like a mysterious & somewhat controvertial dude
he makes some cool shit

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>>33460637
Yeah I think it's one of the those love hate designs, I love it, but I understand why I've heard a fair number of people really dislike it. One of the big selling points for me however is it's flipper mechanism, how it's separate from the blade and retracts into the handle fully, I don't see this kind of design often.

>>33461142
You are pretty much describing Cold Steel to me. Look at their Voyager line (budget) and Recon 1 line (not too expensive, but more so), both come in 3 sizes, partial serrations, and have the Tri-aid lock which is a modified back lock.

I also highly recommend the Code4, it also comes in Tanto and serrations, I have a spear point one and love it. Pic related.

>>33461341
Thanks anon

>>33455926

ok so i am looking at the Ontario Rat 1 because i like the looks of it and has good reviews. Not sure if i trust the locking mechanism it seems lighter duty than the frame lock i had on my Zancudo but oh well.

I looked it up on ebay and this place in China claims to sell them for $18. Is this really an Ontario or at least the same factory in china that makes the genuine RAT1?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ontario-ON8848OD-RAT-1-AUS-8-Stainless-Steel-Blade-Linerlock-Knife-/282102983372?hash=item41aea5eacc:g:KfEAAOSwM4xXaSFX

>>33447885
>star wars.

Holy fucking GAY

>>33446166
I want one but they're going for $150+ on eBay. Hoping for another run at their current price.

>>33451804

I love the rat 1. Holds a edge, easy to sharpen...if you break it, you won't be so bad.

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>>33461694
As for Liner vs. frame, there is no inherent difference, all that maters is the duality and design of the interface (where the bar meets the tang of the blade, ideally 50%). The quality being; the angle of the interface, materials, and the lock up (how much overlap).

I have a RAT 1, it's plenty strong, more than strong enough for heavy EDC, it's actually one of my beater knives. Honestly "super strong locks" are kind of a meme, if you are using your knife responsibly, then you don't really need a lock at all, and if it has one and it breaks, you were probably doing something stupid. If lock strength is very important to you, consider Cold Steel, their Tri-ad (variation of a Back Lock) is truly among the strongest.

No that is a fake one, not actually made by Ontario, real ones are made in Taiwan. I never trust Chines clones, morality aside, they are all ready lying about what they are selling, so I don't trust them to not lie about build quality and material used. The one in the pic on Ebay has horrible lock up for example, that's only like 10-20%. The only semi okay one is the company Ganzo, they are pretty well reviewed, but even then I don't want to touch them. I think the extra $15 for a real one, and the warranty and quality screws that comes with that is well worth it.

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>>33462354
>duality and design

I meant; quality and design

>>33462354

Thanks. I think the RAT 1 looks a little to big im used to a 3" blade so im going to get the RAT 2. I was going to place the order on knifecenter.com but these fuckers are saying it's back ordered.

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>>33462873
I don't use knife center too often, they tend to be a bit more expensive. Right now I have a back ordered axe handle on order because they are the only people who had it.

I more often use Amazon (there are some fakes, so be careful), BladeHQ, and Cuttlery Shoppe. BladeHQ has a pretty big selection of them right now.

http://www.bladehq.com/?search=ontario+rat#sort:price_sort_asc:asc

>>33447808
>>33447823

Fucking nice. Flush with cash or just like collecting high end shit?

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Anyone handle a Kizer Sunburst? I was thinking about picking one up considering they are only 70$ with S35VN and have that neat pattern.

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Knife fags BTFO. Get yourself a real melee weapon. I carry a hammer in my pocket, yeah, I might get stabbed (it wouldn't be the first time) but I'll give you brain damage. Enjoy those diapers and color me elmo books knifefags.

>>33463392
pussies wrap their knuckles

you know what else pussies do? carry something for the sole purpose of self defense

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>>33463244
I've yet to give one a try, they seem nice, and I've heard mostly good reviews of them. Yet to get any in hand though. Honestly none of the designs really catch my eye in particular, and the ones that do have something I don't like. Like the one you posted, as far as I can tell there is no way to adjust that pivot, nor a tool I can easily get to do that.

Of my few complaints however, some of their designs are a bit too close to the design language of established makers, and it would be at lest nice to give the respected makers a bit of a nod of "inspiration". But this is a minor thing.

>>33463392
i know its bait but anon just learn to box or atleast throw a hook and judge distance and you'll be 100x less faggy + not a felon

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My folders. Just ordered a Benchmade Osborne 940-1. So expensive, but I hate to have something like it so light. Maybe then I will have a decision on the PM2 vs Osborne debate.

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>>33463918
I really like the 940-1, I've sharpened one for a customer and had a week to carry it. Not sure if I could bring my self to get a regular 940 after playing with the 940-1. But you are right it's very expensive and for the money I rather have other things right now.

Personally I don't see the PM2 and the 940 are direct competitors. For me the PM2 is a heavier use knife, and the 940 is more of a causal/dressy carry.

A nice collection of PM2s you have.

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Who /paragon warlock/ here? I'm surprised BladeHQ ships these to CA.

Factory edge on mine could be better though.

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>>33464246

Thanks. That orange one stood out to me. I have no idea what it is. Sprint run?

I regret not getting this one when it was available. Love the color.

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>>33464391
It's a Cutlery Shoppe exclusive, they had them around Halloween 2016. It also has CTS-XHP steel. I honestly bought it just to flip it at some point (was $175 new, a lot more now)... But it's grown on me. It's currently the only PM2 I have, I gave the Camo/black one to my bro.

The only PM2 I want to get is the burple s110v one. Maybe the ultimate PM2 (Carbon Fiber in CPM-M4) if I can find a good deal one day, but they are only going for like $400+ now a days.

What do you think of the new PM3? idk why I was expecting more than just an alternative size... I guess there's really not much more improvements to make on the design with out a change in price,.

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>>33463494
It's a hex key. Most of Kizer's pivots are decorative but have a torx or hex in the middle.

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Finna pick one of these up. I dare you to name a finer production knife.

>>33445050
although the sharp angles on the 0055 look cool, I don't think it's going to be comfortable to hold.

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Hiya, can i get some help identifying my knife. I just bought it from hong kong but idfk what its called.

>>33465066
Gas station stiletto. If you like the design and want more quality look at the Coldsteel Ti-lite.

>>33465151
Thanks!

>>33465151
Also, i see what you mean, the ti lite looks real nice

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>>33464828
Yeah I've considered that, it's one of those knives that I wish I was able to handle before buying, but I'm not going to be able to.

At first I thought it would not be very ergonomic, but if it's the scale I think it is, it maybe pretty good actually.

Looking at pic related, my autistic analysis:
1) looks long enough for my palm, and has a nice curve to it.
2) If this edge is radiused well enough and not too tall from the spine, it should not be a hot spot.
3) The corner over the lanyard hole looks well rounded, and assuming #1 is long enough, my palm will not be on it in standard grip. Actually looks like a Kershaw Skyline to me here but with less angle.
4) I'm hoping this area is long enough for my pointer and middle finger. If so, they should wrap around there pretty well.
5) Even with the angle back, this should fit my ring and pinkie finger well. If you smooth out the transition from 4 to 5, it looks like the curve you see on a lot of more ergonomic fixed blades. I'm hoping they will sit on the ledge and the grove texture will give some traction.

But I'll have too see when I get it in hand.

>>33463918
more of that custom in the middle

>>33449725
>>33449997
Self bump because the guy that was helping me seems to have left. Can anyone tell me anything about this knife? Western G46-8

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>>33465568
You more than likely know as much or more than I know about this particular knife, but to try and be helpful:

I don't know much about the history of them, other than the have been around since at lest WW2 and, Kabar and Camilus were two of the larger makers, but the Government had them made by a lot of companies.

Now a days the most popular version of that knife is called the USMC Ka-Bar, the company being Ka-Bar. But also Cold Steel, Ontario, ect... make a version of them.

So if you want one to dick around with and not worry about destroying a piece of history, the classic Kabar is around $70 new.

>>33464337
I WANT THIS SO BAD BUT I CANT CARRY IT IN MY STATE FUCK

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Old CS > new CS

>>33445050
That ZT looks like a fucking Tomcat

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I've had a real thing for CF lately

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>>33465725
It's of a pattern that EVERY knifemaker used to make, you can still see it from Buck, Kabar, Ontario, Cold Steel, and probably more manufacturers that I can't remember. There isn't much special about it other than that Western no longer exists and your grandfather owned it, I'd stick it in a case for the latter reason alone. Western made some nice shit, so it'll stand up to use if that's what you decide to do with it.

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im thinking of getting my buddy a knife in the color of his car, it's his favorite color, wanna know if this seems good? knife coming next

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>>33467151

>>33446501
Looks solid. Not to flashy, but looks sturdy

>>33467151
I'd say a green Benchmade 940 would fit the bill, they come fairly dark but get lighter over time and can look like Boba Fett's armor with enough wear.

>>33457623
>another /k/ thread ruined by toxic shitspewing autists

Climb a wall of dicks and get out.

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Any /k/ opinions on this baby? I EDC it everywhere, even at Uni. (Dont actually know if this is legal). Im not a mallninja fag who whips it out all the time, only for like opening packages and shit. I also live in a city area, not super ghetto right next to campus (I live like 3 blocks from it), but go 5 minutes away and there have been shooting and robberies pretty often. Never had to use it, bit I love the way it looks and feels. Good blade retwntion too.

>>33467352

>samefagging

Forgot name, Shallot 1840CKT

>>33467352

Samefag, forgot name.

Shallot 1840CKT

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>>33467352
>Im not a mallninja

I'll take "things that mallninjas say" for $200, Alex.

hi /k/, complete knife noob here. looking for a knife for self defense and general utility, suggestions?
also, is there recommended reading/resources for me to look at? I have very little combat experience (but working on it), just some very basic martial arts and shooting experience

>>33467644
>looking for a knife for self defense

Buy a gun

>general utility

I personally like the 940 Osborne and the paramilitary 2.

>>33467458
Topical,

Ive only pulled it out to show close friends, who are also knife jocks. Im honestly scared shitless about someone lawraping me for using it in public, so I really only use it when Im in the back of the store or behind a counter or something. At home I use it more liberally, but most people dont even know I edc it, even friends.

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>>33467644

cold steel is the gold standard for self defense knives, cheap. big and reliable.
>ti-lite
>talwar
>espada
>spartan
>talon
>steel tiger

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>>33467753
>Ive only pulled it out to show close friends, who are also mallninjas.

>>33467644

Emerson Karambit. Accept no substitutes.

>>33466152
>no guard
enjoy cutting your hand when it gets stuck on jamal's rib

>>33464337

What is it, a gravity knife or a switchblade or both?

>>33463494
i just use a straight screwdriver to adjust mine. its not perfect, but works decently

>>33461887
Could get a gec bullnose if you want a smaller version.

>>33463392
Oh my god why would you wrap that. Just stab them in the eye with a pen like a normal human being. You are disgusting.

hey /ktg/ got any recommendations for a fem-anon in the store for a self defense knife?

maryland wont let me carry firearms but i can carry any folding knife i want

i need something that can cut through leather, im a bar tender at a biker bar.

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>>33468863
Where do you live so i can stay away from from it?

Cold steel black talon 2 in pic related

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>>33468863
>maryland

Your state laws aren't terrible (standard MUH GRAVITY KNIVES AND DAGGERS AND BOWIES) but I'd be concerned about county laws, make sure to look those up for wherever you work and anywhere you travel through.

I think a Ti-Lite is a good option, in many states such blades can't be considered daggers unless you sharpen the false edge although I don't know if this is the case in MD. You should probably also get pepper spray just to have another option.

>>33469105
>>33469135
Thanks anons, those look pretty kickass

>>33469105
>>33469135
kek. a girl thinks these are cool knives.

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DONT TALK ME ME OR MY BI-RACIAL SON EVER AGAIN

Dead ass get a talwar
>>33468863

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>>33470067
Mobile strikes again

>>33468683
I know. I (think) I like the mudbug better. Larger and lockback. Not a fan of the holster though.

Super hyped about the Spyderco Sliver. One of the two compression lock flippers from SHOT. First time Spyderco has done the comp lock on a flipper, 2 of my favorite things combined, along with being designed by the same awesome designer of the Ouroboros.

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>>33469604
Is something like this more your speed, Anon?

>>33470640
What happened during 9/11?

>>33446465
>modern steel is not strong enough
What is that supposed to mean? Modern steel IS the strongest steel you fucking retard.

Stop giving your shitty advice to ignorant people.

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hey guys, i got $100 to blow and i decided on either the cold steel black talon or the cold steel ak-47 in coyote tan

which do i go for?
on one hand i want a EDC knife but on the other i want a scary looking knife

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>>33470701
Your dad failed to pull out.

>>33471006
Why isn't this hollow edge at least? Looks sort of flimsy or brittle.

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>>33470762
Question; why do we not have cheaply accessible space flight?

It is because, at lest for the most part, modern technology is not advanced enough. Even though modern technology is the best technology we have, it is not good enough for mass space flight.

There are many things we can conceive of, and almost emulate, but can not make reality with current technology.

So I'll say it again;
>For the most part, in most applications, modern steel is not strong enough to use this grind.
And I'll ad to it; with in the dimensions of normal knives. Obviously you can make a 0 flat work if it's thick enough, but completely negates the point of it.

>>33447839
>They carry curved knives...
>C U R V E D Knives!

>>33471107
>Why isn't this hollow edge at least?

Because it's not being used for food preparation.

>>33470640
no.
that's just as faggy as those others and this >>33470953

>>33446465
zero grind is the grind Emerson uses on a lot of his customs

>>33444057
Does anybody have any good videos on knife fighting?

Like how to you even pull a knife if somebody is attacking you? It's not like he'll wait for me to fiddle with my pocket to get my knife so what should I do? Try to run and get some space then start trying to get the knife prepared?

>>33463392
>happened a couple of times
Show us the wounds you fucking liar

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>>33465511

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>>33471351
This might be right up your alley then.

>>33466152
I know how you feel. I wouldn't be caught dead carrying this thing even though BladeHQ said it was a "folding knife". I mostly bought it for SHTF and the cool factor. I've got plenty of money to waste.
>>33468049
See above. It's technically a folder but it might fit some state legislations' definition of a switchblade.

>>33471635
>engaging in fisticuffs with an attacker and the trying to get your knife out of your nickers

it's called "I'm going to walk through this parking garage now and I don't have a gun for some reason so if some nigger walks up asking for the time to steal my phone my dominant hand already has a pocket knife in it and when I tell him to fuck off and he tries to swing at me I'll jam it between his ribs a few times"

it takes about 1/4-1//2 a second to deploy a knife with a flipper. I walk around with a drop point one in my pocket and frequently hook my thumb over it at rest or while walking. when I was an edgy teen it was for self defense, now it's just a force of habit since I use my pocket knife so much at work.

short brutal thrusts against an attacker who doesn't know you have/had a knife is how you effectively kill someone with a knife. you aren't defending. a knife has no utility defending. a knife fight has no winner, but an attacker can be put down with a knife.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xpcrDzy344

>>33469135
>MFW I could legally carry my 6 inch Ti-Lite in CA

>>33446415
compound bevel with a convex or concave edge depending on sharpening tool and personal preference

what I did to a cheap pocket knife was put 2 bevels: a really acute ~10 degrees and then a ~16 degree secondary edge blending into it with the original knife primary bevel supporting both. sharpened on a paper wheel so hollow ground. Pretty much a bootleg appleseed edge that will shave hair off your arm like no ones business and can cut a 8x11 sheet of paper in half with an unsupported push cut.

>>33446922
>7/10ths of a cm too long
are belt sanders illegal in your country too? circumcise it and you're good to go.

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>>33471375
.... I've looked, I can't find what you are talking about. Emerson is known for chisel grinds. I saw a few that kind of looked like some sort of Scandi Chisel grind. They may have a relief bevel though.

>>33471375
>>33470762
Let me re-establish what a zero flat is. The edge is the entire blade. It is flat from the spine to apex. Take a Scandi grind (like on a Mora) and instead of 10dps, draw the bevel to the spine, it will probably be under 2dps, I don't feel like doing the math now. Or take a FFG knife and completely remove the bevel.

In pic related. Look at the one titled, "Zero Grind Saber" that but the grind goes all the way to the spine. The "convex" in this picture can also be called a Zero Convex. I have two knives that are zero convex, made by Gavko.

>>33472093
Ok alright I stopped thinking you were retarded by your last post. I was just shit posting but thanks for the info.

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Guyz. Guyz. I really want a Positron. I love my Spyderco Southard.

>>33472093
hey
>>33446246
here

thanks for all the info

>>33472557
well... get it... love it, and post pictures here... problem solved

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>>33472681
>>33472093
>>33446415
dammit im tired

>>33472734

Yeah but it costs money. Anything better for $180?

I haven't found it.

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Old CS > New CS

>>33461142
H&K Citation, Unsub, or Flak. You can get them from Big 5.

>>33458222
You seriously have to be a millionaire to afford such collection. Good on you.

>>33471635
Bow to the master.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQIDa17Fw5E

>>33472093
look harder spergfag

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This is more /ck/'s speed, but fuck it, I'll post here.

Just got it today. I'm super impressed with it for the price.

>>33474115
is that damascus?
we can get behind /ck/ knives, especially ones as beautiful as that one is

>>33474297
Yes, 37 layers. W2 core, which apparently triggers a lot of people because it's brittle, but whatever. It's for cutting onions, not car doors.

>>33474382
Sorry, VG-10 core. Not W2. The other knife I was looking at was W2.

>>33474414
hey its beautiful man, good purchase.
japanese waterstones with it?

>>33474538
No, they're on the way.

I have to keep this one hidden or else my roommate will run it through his electric knife sharpener. He already suggested I give it a few passes.

Fuck that thing. It'll turn a $5 KitchenAid knife into a passable cutting implement, but it's murder on the blade geometry

>>33474565
oh my fuck anon. is he that UN-intelligent?

i pray your knife stays sharp and assists you forever

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/k/ i think i'm autistic

i impulse bought pic related

>>33474598
of all their spears you pick this one

why tho

>>33474619

anon i don't know... i just saw it while scrolling and instantly just bought the thing. my brain had an orgasm

>>33474598
Planning on harvesting the neighborhood cats, anon?

>>33474598
>not buying the superior weapon

http://www.coldsteel.com/steven-seagal-helmet-breaker.html

LOL, git gud.

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>>33474115
Good lad, ive got a collection of kichen knives too. my favorite one is my Tojiro, Hitachi white steel core.

>>33474729
I love the look of those, but round handles just don't work for me.

Does the white steel get a patina after a while?

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>>33474804
Its actually a "D-shaped" handle which is sort of a weird teardrop shape which fits into your hand nicely. The white steel is awesome, holds a very sharp edge for a very long time, i sharpened mine when i first got it, and have not sharpened it since then which was around 2 years ago. it is a simple high carbon steel though which will form a patina or rust if you dont take care of it, i just rinse and wipe it down when i'm finished and have not had any issues.

I haven't really browsed /k/ in 3 years, its good to know that even without CSF these threads are still shit.

>>33472048
The edge size and the stab lenght both have to be under 8 cm the edge is under but I couldn't just cut down from the tip without ruining the whole thing imo.
>>33459495
Yes, I have tried the salt and a delica, and it was kinda hard to open them, but they would get broken in after like a 100 opening, wouldn't they ?

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So I'm looking to make a pimped out mini Griptilian. 20CV worth the extra 100$? Also, does anyone have experience with aftermarket scales like AWT or Cuscadi?

>>33464246
Do you like the centofante ? How is the blade play ? Is it smooth to open ?

>>33475321
>doesnt contribute anything
Nice to see you doing your part to make it shit

>>33472832
Where do I get this knife or a copy of it

>>33476987
http://web.archive.org/web/20060215184517/http://www.shacknews.com/docs/press/06102003_csknife.pdf

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>>33472426
>>33472681
>>33472766
kek, no problem.

>>33473836
If you're sure exist tell me where to find it. Emerson is known for compound saber chisel grinds. He has made a some zero saber chisel grinds, but that's just a chisel version of a Scandi grind (zero saber).

>>33474115
Very nice, the only Japanese Damascus I get in for sharpening is the run of the mill Shuns and Al Mars. Not to say they are not nice though, just not a W2 core nice.

>>33476113
>worth the extra 100$
Absolutely not if you just want it as a tool. If you are a steel snob, or a Benchmade/Grip fan, than sure go ahead. In real world use the edge retention (I would talk about Stability, but the factory edge is thick enough), will not be significantly better. Also consider sharpening, unless you are decently well practiced in sharpening and can handle a high carbide steel, or willing to send it to a sharpener, you may have some problems.

>>33476606
I sold it a while back. It's pretty much just a Delica (small Endura) with an alternative blade shape. As far as back locks go, it's pretty smooth, but very firm compared to liner/axis/frame/compression/ect locks. The blade play is there, but is pretty minimal. As long as blade play is small enough, I don't let it bug me, because there are very few knives I've ever handled that have no blade play at all.

The handle is very ergonomic for the size. And the centering was good on mine, but it's very pivot screw dependent. Also, consider you can't take the knife apart, but it does not seem to be a problem given the design.

I would recommend it, I just sold it to make room in my pelican case.

>>33476113
20CV is a great steel but it's still overpriced as fuck being a Benchmade. If you don't want the thumbhole too bad you could get the Ritter Grip from KnifeWorks, that is if they're still in stock. M390 at a better price, it looks slightly different and recently got discontinued, but it should still fit regular Grip aftermarket scales.

>>33475321
They weren't always this way. In fact the /ktg/ has only been running for about a year and a half. Before then it was like 2 years since we'd had a knife thread here, because they eventually became cancer. When /ktg/ was just starting out it was friendly and good. Then a lot of namefags came around and started dissing brands and starting mall ninja wars, and now we have this.

>>33478412
>started dissing brands and starting mall ninja wars
Where?

How come it seems like most the namefags in this thread are friendly and informative? Besides a few (like the Hunter crap), these treads seem to be pretty friendly to me.

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>>33478500
>Where?

You mean "who," and the answer is SOGfag.

He came in with that Dr. House 'I know better than everyone and that's why it's OK that I'm an asshole' attitude but it didn't fly because he didn't know shit, dude even admitted to samefagging with his name off and, IIRC, "weeks of shitposting." There was also fake Sharps, who I'm pretty sure was just SOGfag.

Things are better now that he doesn't come here that often (he now posts under a different name) but his arrival was the start of a downward spiral, a lot of people stopped posting here after he showed up. Not that this is a new thing mind you, this series of knife generals is just one of many over the years and all of them were ruined in the same way. Go to any general on 4chan and I guarantee that they'll have at least one tripfag/namefag that shits up everything every time they show up. /dsg/ and /bbg/ have Lucifer, the legitimate pokemon trading thread had Sara/Injectorbro/the 100 other names "she" used. Dan used to shit up /arg/ here on /k/, no idea if he's still around.

I don't know what it is about generals that attracts people like that.

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>>33478500
>>33478740
Maybe these threads attracts them because it's a closer group of people, in some ways that makes it easier to 'stir the pot'. These kinds of threads are the only ones where I recognize people, named or not, I remember knives in their collection, recommendations they have given, and things they want. That's why I use a name in only these kinds of threads, I like seeing peoples collections and opinions change over time, they feel less like an anonymous board here.

Because of all of you fags, I just bought a k55k on Amazon. These threads make me look at the classics a lot more. Normally knife "communities" tend to be more focused on one particular thing, they are more likely to be an echo-chamber.

>>33470130
I wouldn't bother with the holster. Comes with leather drawstring. Long enough you can add a nice bead to it.

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Got my very own meme knife now. Grips on this is surprisingly nice. Blade is sharp. Trying to watch my fingers.

>>33476113
i got the larger 550-1 in december
yes yes yes the 20CV is worth the money. ive only had to sharpen it once since i bought it, which is not that hard if you have diamond stones, and the sheepsfoot blade is so easy to sharpen anyway. crazy good steel. easily one of my favorite knives.

>>33476113
Yes because it's also g10

>>33479325
Although if you are making custom with plastic handles, m4 would be available for less than 20cv

>>33474598
i didnt even know they made these,
i do love myself some good Chinese weapons

>>33478877
You post your Tanto alot, would you recommend it as a fuck around /Larp Kit Knife. You know, for the stabby stab

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Which one of you punk motherfuckers outbid me at the last second on that Taiga machine on eBay? I'm gonna find you and throw hot coffee in your face.

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>>33479829
>I'm gonna find you and catch a machete to the face.
ftfy

You could always go for pic related.

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>>33479784
I don't know much about larp... I would assume you would want a dull knife right? Or do you mean just to play around with. Well either way, I bought this Recon Tanto in San Mia III because I love the look of it, and I wanted to try out Cold Steel's San Mia III. For functionality the one in CPM-3v is superior. But if you just want a cheap, but very well made tanto to play with, the Cold Steel Kubon is a really great knife.

But something to consider. The American Tanto point is good at stabbing because it's really strong and makes large wound. You can get far better penetration with other point shapes, a thin double edge dagger being the best.

>>33479167
Meme knives are great aren't they? I love my XL Espada.

>>33479904
It's great man. First Emerson wave too and wow I missed out.

>>33471635
Plastic bag carry through rough parts of town buddy. Or have it in a roomy coat pocket, in your hand ready to pull out and jab.

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>>33478877
Everyone should have a k55k. Hope you like it.

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>>33480940
Yeah it looks cool to me. I've heard that spring break is very common though after a few years.

The Douk-Douk is next, maybe a Higonokami latter, I have one but it's not a traditional one (pic related). And I've already got an Opinel and a SAK.

>>33480965
That's what I hear, been abusing mine for a while. I'll post when and if it snaps. I flick it open one handed every time, figure if it's prone to breaking then this should speed it along. Next one I get I'll be nicer to, but I'm curious to see if they're as fragile as their reputation suggests.

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I just bought pic related as a folding EDC. Did I do ok? I'm still trying to get into this but I'm loving it so far.

Enjoying reading the sticky. Not really sure where to go from here though.

>>33482023
yeah you did good.

>>33482023
If you're happy with it then you did good.

Personally, I don't like lockback designs. But Bucks are pretty sturdy and they're timeless.

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P'kal master race reporting.

As a dedicated defensive knife, the p'kal is tops. the reverse grip/edge in method is simple and effective.

>>33483008
I will say that the p'kal sucks if you want a knife with utility outside of a defensive role.

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>>33482023
It's a classic design, I would say pretty good for a first EDC, 420ch is a good steel to learn how to sharpen on as well. That and Swiss Stainless is what I learned on. Although as far as functionality goes, a pocket clip and one hand opening does make a big difference.

>>33483008
P'kal is a really cool knife, I just think it's way too small to be a real defensive knife. That's one area where size is pretty much 80% of the matter, followed by deployment speed, good enough lock, having a sharp edge and point, conceal-ability, and lest important being blade shape.

Is that a Sebenza 25? It's going to take me a long time to warm up to the shape, it's an almost complete change of design language from the 21.

>>33483236
As a "last ditch" weapon, I think the p'kal is about perfect. An extra inch or two isn't going to make much difference in the kind of skirmish where I pull the knife rather than a primary weapon.
But wmmv, imho, blah blah blah....

>seb 25
It's a large inkosi, very similar to the discontinued 25.

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Bought another gayle bradley folder 1 before they are sold out everywhere (discontinued)

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>>33483295
I actually have yet to hear about the Inkosi, is it a newer model? I've been out of the loop of the higher end market for a year or so now.

>>33483328
Nice, I considered buying one of those many times, never got around to it. One of the reasons I really wanted it was to have a CPM-M4 blade on hard for reference, but I ended up getting a ZT 0770cf in M4.

Is that new Gall Bradly flipper "Advocate", your's as well? I'm interested in those. How's the action.

>>33471963
>short brutal thrusts against an attacker who doesn't know you have/had a knife is how you effectively kill someone with a knife. you aren't defending. a knife has no utility defending. a knife fight has no winner, but an attacker can be put down with a knife.

t. person who's never been in a knife fight but regurgitates memes from /k/

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We need more traditional knives in here.

>>33483711

Saw that Al-Mar at a store but in tan. Wanted it bad. How do you like it?

>>33484053
desu thats a really boring looking blade. is that a spear or a spey? you cant even tell.

also, youre dead in the middle of the worst decades ever for case. i wouldnt buy that even for its original price

>>33483236
>, I just think it's way too small to be a real defensive knife. That's one area where size is pretty much 80% of the matter, followed by deployment speed, good enough lock, having a sharp edge and point, conceal-ability, and lest important being blade shape.
The problem is that people think there's only one kind of combat and therefore only one kind of perfect combat knife, when really there are multiple scenarios that involve force and different knives that are optimal.

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>>33484148
Yeah these laminated ZPD-189 Eagle HDs come in black and tan normally (I think they are production), and the Blue and Orange were Cuttlery Shoppe exclusive.

It's a great light EDC for it's length, and it's very well made, and very elegant looking. But, it's far from perfect, and unless you are looking for a slim long light use knife, you can do a hell off a lot better for the price.

The biggest issue is how thick the grind is. I spent a LOT of time (hours) thinning that 64hrc ZPD-189 to 17 degrees (dps), and even then I got a bit lazy and did not finish near the tip. Given how thin the blade is (edge to spine) and the bayonet grind, it is not the best of slicers, especially when compared to other 4" blades in the same price range like my Ti Military (pic related). I've heard very good things about the flat grind one, but they have yet to make a ZPD-189 one (that I know of), and it does not look as cool.

Other than that I have two minor complaints. It has a fair amount of rock back (how far the blade can pivot past the lock point) compared with other lock backs. Even compared with an Al Mar Hawk (see >>33479904) that I had in for sharpening. It's not a bad thing, but considering the price, it could be better. And the pocket clip has a touch of wiggle since it is mounted by one screw, but it's not something I notice normally, and it looks nice.

It sounds like I hate the thing, but I actually love it. If you are a fan of the design, by all means, it's worth it, and you will probably cherish it. But as far as practicality goes, you can do better.

>>33484423


Yeah I have tons of practical knives. I've wanted an Al Mar for over 15 years now and just never got one. I still do because they are pretty collectable, and this one made me almost jump at it because I felt like the steel finally justified the high price.

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>>33484474
Sounds like it's the knife for you.

Right now the only Al Mar that I'm really considering is the Honey Bone flat grind Eagle, it's just very pretty, and would be a great dress knife. Maybe a Hawk, but I just tend not to carry small knives.

So does anyone her take any interest in balisongs?

I realize they're good for nothing but tricks, so no need to go on about that. I was just wondering if this was the right place for them.

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>>33485005
I don't think this is the wrong place for them, I just don't see too many people bring them up in these threads. But maybe there are a few people who are into them here, you never know, I find a surprisingly diverse group of knife enthusiast in these ktg threads.

I personally do not have too much of an interest in them, I've only handled a few, and nothing of much quality. I only know the very basics of flipping them. I've considered buying a nice one, like a Benchmade, just to have, but it's low on my list.

>>33461071
hnnng

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>>33477383
>>33478373
>>33479320
>>33479325

Thank you for the input. I actually plan on picking up the Doug Ritter as well as the sheepsfoot because I like them both. I was just curious as to whether 20CV was that premium or if it's just Benchmade's overpricing in general.

>>33485089
I've been learning how to use them and I was hoping I wasn't alone here in liking them.

>>33444057

My EDC is a Spyderco Endura 4 with the wave feature. Excellent option at under $80.

>>33485539
What's the kershaw next to the bm?

>>33485673
Damascus Skyline with carbon fiber scales.

>>33485694
Ok, my bad, I should've clarified. The OTHER Kershaw. The one that's next to the bm that's next to the mercator. It looks like a ZT, but it has a Kershaw clip, and I don't think I've seen that model before, and I'm kinda digging it

>>33485005
>I realize they're good for nothing but tricks
They're like karambits in the sense that they were actually originally designed for utility use, but became fads as a result of exotic orientalism fads and tv/movie/video games. This led to people decrying them as shit due to mall ninjas hyping them up.

I like Michael Janich's balisong videos. They're pretty well down with slow mo and multiple angles so you can see how the tricks are done.

>>33485707
That is actually a ZT 0450. I wanted to get a deep carry clip but they were out of the ZT ones when I contacted KAI.

>>33485817
Alright. Thanks a bunch man.

>>33444193

Haven't been on in a couple months. This fag is still going strong?

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>>33444057

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>>33480940
Hey Sharps. Did you see the ring backspacer someone made for matriarch, delica, and endura? Turns them into wave karambits. Thought it was kinda neat. Saw it on instagram a few days ago. Made by Wise Men Company...

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Posting just to post and let y'all know I still browse from time to time.

>>33486844
>american tanto
Also, how hard is it finding mags for a glock 43?

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>>33486916
If you shop online, finding mags and extensions is easy. Gun stores are almost always sold out when I go in looking, and if not, they're still ridiculously expensive.

>american tanto
I like a variety of blade profiles. I don't discriminate.

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>>33486835
Oh that's pretty cool, I've not seen anything like that before.

>>33486844
>>33486977
When did they make a 0630cf, or are those custom scales? I don't recall. I've considered the 0620cf before but ideally I want the 0630 blade shape, and with the CF.

You considering any of the new ZT's, I really like the 0055 and 0460

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Not a custom scale. Pretty sure they discontinued the 0630CF because ZT's been having trouble with getting M390 steel. The 0620CF was also made with M390 but they discontinued that and started producing the 0620CF in CTS-204P, but I think the halted production entirely for the 0630CF. I paid $240 for mine from a dealer on Amazon. It was one of the last four in stock. Awesome low serial number 0134. The 0620CF I got is in CTS-204P and has a high serial #4531, which I paid $200 for.

Unless they're still on Amazon, you'll have to wait and buy/bid on a used one on eBay.

It's my first blade in M390, and so far, it's living up to the hype. I'm very pleased with it.

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>>33487153
As for the new ones, yeah, great minds think alike, I have my eyes on those and the 0850, though I'll be surprised if I can pony the dough for that one. I know the 0850 is an odd design, but that's the appeal. It functions and looks like something from science fiction.

I'm debating on which to get next between those, another 0452cf just because I like it so much and my bro is supposed to buy my current one, and the Spyderco Vallatton and Szabo.

So many knives, so little money...

>>33484202
It's definately a spear blade.

Also, what years do you believe were the worst for Case?

Cold steel finn wolf,any good?

>>33446488
You'll love em baby, they're the tops
>>33447731
Microtech man, I need your help. I need to know the edge to edge width of the Ultratech DE. It of great importance.

>>33487285
I have a benchmade 581 with M390, it's incredible stuff.

>>33487460

it's good quality,
multiple colors. im getting like 2

>>33487460
Shit steel, decent design. The scandi grind might be more difficult for EDC usage because it's harder to sharpen and it was designed for bushcraft. That said you won't want to use it for that because the steel is so very bad.

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>>33488425
p nice
What steel should it be made of then? Consider sharpening it as a non-issue

what do you guys think of this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phnbmZExHto

>>33488425
>Scandi.
>Harder to sharpen
Huh? Isn't it supposed to be super easy.

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>>33488425

Sharpening it is extremely easy.

>>33489064

Not sure. I own one. It is fragile. The edge WILL get damaged. Would not buy again.

I so very much wanted to love this knife, it's a fucking folding mora, right? No, it's a piece of shit.

>>33489276
This is why I never buy folders
I only own one, but I got it 7 years ago for $5

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>>33487285
Yeah it was the same story with the 0562cf, first came in M390, and then shortly switched to CTS-204p. I got mine shortly after the switch. Honestly, I don't really consider CTS-M390, both are very high end high carbide steels and act similarly.

>So many knives, so little money...
Know the feel, I have literal hundreds of knives in different wishlists on different sites. Meanwhile I'm a middle class college fag, all my knives have to be paid for via sharpening.

>>33488425
I completely disagree. I have a crap tone of experience with Cold Steel's AUS8a, they do a good job with it, as far as budget steels go it is one of the better ones. And the whole point of the Scandi zero flat grind is that it's super easy to sharpen, it takes little to no practice. My girlfriend has no problem sharpening her Mora Companion, and she has no prior experience.

>>33489078
Well a little cringe, but KOA is a very good retailer, one of the best in America, and Hanwei is a pretty good budget friendly sword manufacture. I have a Katana from them, and a handful of knives from their (now closed) knife branch, Rock Creek.

>>33489330
>only own one, but I got it 7 years ago for $5
>I bought a crap folder
>In this thread with hundreds of folding knives, this one guy does not like one he bought
>Therefor all folders are crap

Okay buddy, makes sense to me.

>>33489426
I know it looks like I implied that, but I didn't. I know folders are good knives, but I'm not a fan of them and their many faults.

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>>33486835
No I fucking didn't ! Thank you for bringing this to my attention.