Military knives
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Originally posted by Eddie Lee:
Like I previously stated. A modern high quality tanto will pierce a metal car body. And is less likely to have problems penetrating through all the other gear that is worn by a modern soldier. Everyone has their favourite I suppose?
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Originally posted by nehpyh:
Post some pix of your Stil and Guardian II leh
Didn't the photo show up? It appears fine on my computer. Here's another shot:
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Originally posted by Eddie Lee:
Double edged blades are outdated for modern military applications. They are worthless as tools. They are more likely to break. And you will never sharpen one as well as a single edged blade. A double edged blade also limits your attack options.
Agreed about double-edged blades not being tools - I had my Victorinox for that. Hell, that little 'nox happily outperformed the other guys' Jungle kings and what not during jungle survival.
However, i'd disagree with double-edge limiting your attack options. Either way you hold it, you won't have to worry about which edge cuts, and that expands your options. The Fairbairn Sykes is primarily a stabbing instrument, but the Mark II is much better at cutting IMHO.
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Originally posted by ChineseJunk:
hahhaha....this is a litte off topic..but thanks for your input nevertheless :) The axe is really a one-trick pony for utility. As for defence, it can only block and swing...bad for close combat. But it is sure intimidating. lol -
Originally posted by Gedanken:
Didn't the photo show up? It appears fine on my computer. Here's another shot:
yeah...we have this as well...but it's purely for show and zero purpose for me....in fact, mine's sealed in a show case and hung the wall lol.... Nice pix nevertheless...and your beret is not the UK version....must be lao jiao! -
Here's one great knife http://www.barkriverknifetool.com/sar/sandstorm/index.html For peeps who frequent knife forums, check out Falkniven F1. It's great V10 blade and superb handling and toughness rating. Basically great reviews. http://www.fallkniven.com/a1f1/f1_en.htm http://www.fallkniven.com/bilder/stora/f1blblue.jpg
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Originally posted by kotay:
Strange ... I used my Kukri in Brunei with no comments except for a few raised eyebrows from the controllers. FWIW, I carried a Kukri for most of my active and reservist training (in place of my issued parang) with no comments either. The only time I had to part with it was during ATEC.
I guess different units have different policies ...
Bro, show some pix of your kuri leh... -
are our sogs useless?
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Double edged knife is only good for stabbing. In a slashing attack it has no real cutting power. It's difficult to describe such things in a posting. But there are attack methods taught in the US armed forces that you cannot use if you are using a double edged knife. Because you would cut your own forearm. But a single edged blade can be used in a stabbing attack. I am also very fond of the new tanto style M-16 bayonets. Such blades slash much better than traditional bayonets. And turn your rifle or shotgun into a mini naginata. On the modern battlefield you will probably never use a knife as weapon. So you are much better off carrying blades that can double as a field knife.
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Originally posted by nehpyh:
Nice pix nevertheless...and your beret is not the UK version....must be lao jiao!
Not as much of a lao jiao as Short Ninja, but old enough.
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Originally posted by Eddie Lee:
Double edged knife is only good for stabbing. In a slashing attack it has no real cutting power. It's difficult to describe such things in a posting. But there are attack methods taught in the US armed forces that you cannot use if you are using a double edged knife. Because you would cut your own forearm. But a single edged blade can be used in a stabbing attack. I am also very fond of the new tanto style M-16 bayonets. Such blades slash much better than traditional bayonets. And turn your rifle or shotgun into a mini naginata. On the modern battlefield you will probably never use a knife as weapon. So you are much better off carrying blades that can double as a field knife.
I can see the sense in what you're saying, and let's face it, if you're going to go into a knife fight without really knowing what you're doing, you're in a world of hurt.
That said, depending on your role, a stiletto can come in handy even if it really isn't justified as a standard-issue weapon.
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Originally posted by stellazio:
are our sogs useless?
Hi Ste,
SOG is one of the mostly used tool in my unit. It wasn't available in e-mart then. If only they can add the gas tuning tool for SAR21 into it , it'll be perfect! Put it down as WITS and buy my kopi when you strike $50! lol
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Getting stabbed by a stiletto can ruin your whole day lah.
But so can having to cut a thick piece of rope with one
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machette
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ok man, i'm going to get the camillus becker series military cum survival knife,,,it's gonna be a long hunt....fingers crossed. Will post something up.
Meanwhile, here's some reviews on that knife :)
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I have nothing but praise for the Becker series.
They are well made, no frills, very functional, affordable knives.
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Originally posted by Eddie Lee:
I have nothing but praise for the Becker series.
They are well made, no frills, very functional, affordable knives.
Too bad the oldest US military knife maker has closed shop this year...sianz...
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I use swiss knife chiefly for cutting ropes.
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What about this?? Kershaw's ZT range.
It's ex though...and the butt can't be used as a glass breaker or hammer...
Damn sweet.
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I only use my baby Swiss army knife (Waiter Model) to open beer bottles, wine, remove splinters etc.
I'm more into fixed blades myself.
I love my Schrade multitool though. Unlike the Leatherman, Gerber, and SOG multitools. the Schrade tool is not available in tactical black for military applications.
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I'm not sure about the Leatherman....imo, they are like sak without the military background....more Mcgyver....lol..
I'm using the defunct Bucktool 360 original...it's really great ergonomically without the edginess of leatherman, SOG and Gerber. It was also the second to have locking mechanism from accidental blade fold-back that could injure the user badly. It also performed better than SOG and Gerber in the anti-rust department. Highly recommended.
Cons is, it's less tools than SOG or the power si-mi-ma-wo Gerber. If my Bucktool 360 is gone, I'll try to find another one (real cheap online). If not, I'll go for a Gerber.
I have not used Schrade though...but the knives look exciting.
My next EDC will be the Victorinox RescueTool to compliment my Alphineer with Orso Geneva blade - a gift from a buddy ;) It has a one-hand operation even with gloves on, it's easy.
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I still have my original US issue subdued Leatherman.
But I rarely use the crimping tool for blasting caps anymore
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Originally posted by Eddie Lee:
I still have my original US issue subdued Leatherman.
But I rarely use the crimping tool for blasting caps anymore
haha...crimping blasting caps!!!
Leatherman handles are too short to siam any malfunction, my man....better be safe then sorry....employ a blangah to do it for you! LOL!!!
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Leatherman works fine and fits in your pocket.
Just remember to crimp the cap while holding it behind your butt.
Better to lose a butt cheek than your face!
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Blasting caps are so powerful, I don't think the length of your crimping tool matters....
Heard of some crazy Warrants who use their TEETH to crimp the blasting caps, that is, they put the blasting cap INTO their mouth, and use their teeth to crimp it.
Ugh...