Gerber or knife? or both?
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I simply use the Gerber And a Rapala Hunting Knife for an Tasks that may Arise Neither is Over Kill .. If the Situation Arises I have a Seat belt Cutter But ive yet to use it None of the 3 Blades exceeds 5 inches and No Look Cool there All out of Site
As for the Hole Fighting Knife Issue I See Zero Point in Carrying Some Massive Eff off Knife When the Worst thing your Doing is Paracord Or C4
As for the Hole Fighting Knife Issue I See Zero Point in Carrying Some Massive Eff off Knife When the Worst thing your Doing is Paracord Or C4
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Can you bring a knife from home? Because I know a blacksmith down the road that has made some pretty good blades.
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I bought a SOG Seal Pup. 4 3/4" blade. Perfect for field use. I couldn‘t be happier.
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You have to really consider what you are going to use the knife for. Most "Combat" blades will never see the type of action their name implies. When I was in, I started by having a KaBar on my webbing. Thatthen changed to a Cold Steel SRK. Both excellent knives, but NEVER used to the potential that they were designed for. I eventually went to the Grohmann issue Jump Knife. The sheath is about the most secure you will ever find. Absolutely excellent knife, but yes, it does need re-sharpening now and then. I'm at a loss as to why an SM would tell you to hide a piece of equipment that is CF issue. The most common use that any of my field knives ever saw was cutting open IMP's, food prep, etc. A knife bigger than the Jump knife simply isn't practical.
Having said that, I still to this day have a KaBar that carry in my pack, just in case.
Having said that, I still to this day have a KaBar that carry in my pack, just in case.
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Personally, I hate multitools. I have accually bent one with my bare hands.......that is not quality. I also find that the only thing I ever use is the pliers....so why not just get a $15 plier? I like single blade folders. I have just ordered an Emerson Utcom....yes I know very expensive.....but has quality., and a life time warranty. I have heard that they will replace any broken parts for next to nothing....that is if it breaks. Another knife I reccommend id a Smith and Wesson Cuttin' Horse.....I picked one up for $20, it was originally priced at $80. It is about 4 inches long, has serrations and is very pointy.
I have a USMC combat knife made by Ontario Knive Company, I mostly use it up north when I am building shelters or fires, (and other survival related things), and sometimes at home.
I still think that big fixed blades around 6 or 7 inches is usefull in some cases, but hey this is just my opinion!!! ;D
I have a USMC combat knife made by Ontario Knive Company, I mostly use it up north when I am building shelters or fires, (and other survival related things), and sometimes at home.
I still think that big fixed blades around 6 or 7 inches is usefull in some cases, but hey this is just my opinion!!! ;D
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If you want a really bad-arse knife, talk to your QM, and get your hands on one of the issue machetes... I'll never forget the first time I actually got to use one of them... I quickly traded it off for an axe, and fell a large portion of surrounding forest... but the point is the machete was still pretty cool...
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I've had a Cold Steel Recon 1 folder for a few years now... the best knife I've ever owned, and it's with me almost everywhere I go, in uniform or out. A wee bit on the large size for an every-day carry knife, but I don't even notice it when it's clipped into my combat pant's front pocket. Here's why I like it:
1. Sharp as hell, retains an edge. The serations eat through anything...
2. Opens instantly with one hand.
3. Black teflon coating is bulletproof.
4. Ultralock mechanism is rock-solid.
5. Durable! Use it for everything, clearing fields of fire etc...
6. Quality for price is high, not cheap, but not insane like some other folders
http://www.coldsteel.com/recon1.html
1. Sharp as hell, retains an edge. The serations eat through anything...
2. Opens instantly with one hand.
3. Black teflon coating is bulletproof.
4. Ultralock mechanism is rock-solid.
5. Durable! Use it for everything, clearing fields of fire etc...
6. Quality for price is high, not cheap, but not insane like some other folders
http://www.coldsteel.com/recon1.html
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Quality CF issue kit?
C-7 Bayonet? Meh. If you N/S it in the field, you can exchange it with the QM.
The issue Gerber-Multi-Tool? Meh. If you N/S it in the field, you can exchange it at the QM/clothing stores.
If you really want to spend your money on steel, and you really want a piece of field kit to practice your Iaido, my nomination is for the SOG Pentagon.
http://www.sogknives.com/fipent.htm
C-7 Bayonet? Meh. If you N/S it in the field, you can exchange it with the QM.
The issue Gerber-Multi-Tool? Meh. If you N/S it in the field, you can exchange it at the QM/clothing stores.
If you really want to spend your money on steel, and you really want a piece of field kit to practice your Iaido, my nomination is for the SOG Pentagon.
http://www.sogknives.com/fipent.htm
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My vote is for Cold Steel. Not overly pricey, but a great quality tool. Emerson makes some excellent products as well, but I find them too rich for my blood, plus I don't think I would want to do regular field chores with a $400 knife. For folders, tanto point is awesome, for fixed blades I like a bit of a recurve.
