/k/nife General #5
Images are sometimes not shown due to bandwidth/network limitations. Refreshing the page usually helps.
You are currently reading a thread in /k/ - Weapons
You are currently reading a thread in /k/ - Weapons
Old Thread
>>30022731
>>30022731
Sup
My Mantra is performing really nicely now that I've thinned it out a bit.
Anyone else grind off the key ring on their sak? I couldn't stand it. Took it off the day I got the knife
Explain to me why i need a kerambit style knife vs a regular pocket knife. Pros/cons
Also thoughts on kerambit folders. Pic rel
>>30053477
>Explain to me why i need a kerambit style knife vs a regular pocket knife. Pros/cons
they are goood pencil sharpener
>>30053374
that little bit of unclipped nail is triggering me
>>30053477
>karambit
Excuse me, are you new to knives? If so you should know that the karambit is like the katana of knives... Overpriced and overrated pieces of shit.
It won't do you any better than a standard fixed or folder with a blade bigger than 2 inches. Even then you're better off with a straight blade and not something you have to hold icepick to be effective. Karambits are literally meme weapons and you shouldn't buy one.
>>30053501
>pencil sharpener
This guy gets it
Thank you. Not a new fig, but always see people loosing their collective poops over these and never understood why.
>>30053374
I might actually do that
>>30052912
Just got my crkt and a couple other goodies in the mail. Amazon prime 1 day shipping is tits!
As far as the M16 03S classic goes it's a very well built knife, great size foe EDC, decent Aus8a steels, very nice and light aluminum handles, and flipper works great. Price $45
Cons: they used Teflon washers, bronze washers would have made this thing so much smoother. But I can always buy or make some washers.
Overall 7.5/10
>>30053989
Waterstones, dia paste, and a fresh strop. Let the sharpening commence
FS makes a b* good letter operner.
>>30053477
you can pretend you're in counter strike
>>30054416
>not doing this with balisongs instead
Shit man I'm always in Counter-Strike mode with my bali
>>30054077
Yup just started sharpening will show results soon
What's a good budget EDC knife? I've been looking at the Kershaw Cryo, what else is there?
>>30052971
That top one is sexy as fuck. How much? And do skinning knives have any practicality or make good a edc?
>>30053477
Just get the 5.11 double duty if you want to be a fagambit
>>30053989
Nice, I have an M16ZSF. Always liked CRKT.
>>30055334
Just look at companies like
>CRKT
>Kershaw
>Cold Steel
These have good EDCs in your range. If you want specific models give us more of what you're looking for.
>>30055378
Afaik they don't make them atm, Buck Mini Alpha but that package was $55 from memory. The sheathe in this case wouldn't be very good for EDC, bit too secure and hard to use quickly
>>30055334
Cold Steel Voyager Large or Medium
>>30055334
Ontario
Rat or Utilitac
>>30055422
>vomit color
>>30055441
Any EDC knife really, I'm not too picky about blade type or brand or something, it just needs to be quality, reasonably sized, and have a little tab on the back of the blade for quick opening, like on the Cryo
>>30055456
>black nylon
Well that's a shame, should have a leather sheath
>>30055470
Why does every hate on that color? It matched my multicam, I used it in Afghanistan.
>>30055479
So you want a flipper 3" or greater for what? Less than $50?
>>30055500
Sounds about right
>>30055479
Go to blade hq and set the filters for size, price and whatever else you want. See what looks good and come back with half a dozen suggestions or so.
>>30055500
Noice numbers anon
Are Svord Peasant knives any good?
>>30055561
They're cheap and they can cut. If that's all you need, then they're good. But they certainly aren't for anything tactical or hard-use.
>>30055479
Leek is always a solid choice.
>>30055246
Nice. I sharpened my sharpfinger yesterday, I've been practicing freehand over the past month or two, it's fast and good results once you get the Hang of it.
>>30052912
Microtech reportin in
>>30053989
OK just finished sharpening here are the results. I kept the angle close to the orginal to speed thing up a bit. I'm guessing 36-40 degrees
So the aus8 takes a nice sharp edge and it's fairly easy to sharpen
However the factory edge was very uneven and took sometime blending things in. Towards the tip was the worst.
>>30052971
>>30055378
I'm not the OP but I bought that set from buck when they had a web special for $35. I wasn't using it so I sold it to a friend for the same price. I think the MSRP was around $100
>>30055511
Buck vantage
>>30056108
Nice bevel
>>30055500
>>30055511
CRKT Ripple
Guys what steels does benchmade use in their folders? And which is the best one.
>>30053985
Highly recommend it if you don't use lanyards. So much more comfortable to use. It dug into my hand like crazy.
>>30056554
154cm, s30v, cts-204p, cpm-m4 and the list goes on. There isn't really a best one as edge retention/hardness tends to be directly opposed give or take with toughness and ability to take a clean fine edge, so do you require ultimate edge retention in slicing applications or something more able to take abuse but more likely to blunten?
I really wish I had the XHP Manix as well so I can do a blade swap. Orange really pairs nicely with XHP...... and CutleryShoppe exclusive lollipops!
>>30055479
>>30056443
Or Swindle with the grooved handle (for the better steel). CRKT does have some decent offer at this price point.
Kershaw as well, Leek, Shallot, and Skyline are some of the bestsellers given the dimension requirements. Even better, they are all made in the States!
hay /k/nifefags
what model of the Mora can take the most abuse?
you /k/unts are so adamant about these that i want to get one to check out
>>30058028
On the 2016 ShotShow they introduced a new model with full tang that extends out at the end just like the Fallkniven fixed blades do.
Will definitely look forward for it coming onto the market.
No further info right now, let's see at the Blade Show in 2 weeks.
>>30058028
>>30058116
I believe it is called "Morakniv Garberg Full-Tang Bushcraft Knife."
>>30055441
Agreed.
Spyderco (as well as its sub-brand Byrd) and SOG also have some awesome offerings at a considerably low price point.
>>30058116
>>30058130
eh i read something about that one... the article said they were 'overpriced' .. still seemed really reasonable
~$30 i think
>>30053374
Makes me glad to see you upholding the name, Sharps.
>>30058163
Nigga the MSRP on the Garberg is $90
>>30052994
How did you thin it?
>>30054079
apparently, it's also a great filleting knife.
Nigger Knife
>>30058973
Still not bad. Be in competition with the esee 5 or 6 from looks.
>>30055334
Ganzo.
>>30059034
I used a Norton Crystolon coarse silicon carbide oilstone (~90 grit) charged with ~36 grit silicon carbide abrasive from a TASK garden hone.
I started by choosing an angle half way between the primary bevel angle and the edge bevel angle to cut off the shoulders, and then lowered the spine until it was just a hair off the stone.
I stopped when my 10 degree per side edge bevels were reasonably narrow.
>>30052912
Bumping past the other shit knife threads
Are Swiss Army knives or other multi-tools memes? They seem like sorta useful but pretty terrible at their jobs compared to an individual tool (eg screwdriver, knife, nail file, etc).
>>30063163
Can you carry an entire dedicated tool set around? Then do it. If not, use a multitool and a stand alone knife.
>>30063163
I use my pioneer all the damn time. The screwdriver on the can opener is perfect for most Phillips head screws, and it's way more convenient than carrying around a screwdriver. Also the awl makes a great little poker for general opening, scraping, and stuff of that nature. If you find yourself needing to take things apart to repair them often by don't want or have a leather man then it's great.
>>30063163
>>30063358
Sith Army knife
>this is now a swiss army knife meme thread
>>30056069
Hello, fellow knifeman. John Wick tier reporting.
Guys what fixed blade should I get for less than $50. Plz no Mora
>>30065266
Be more specific. You want a neck knife? General bushcraft? Pocket EDC fixed?
>>30065336
i have a neck knife and a 4 inch edc, looking for another edc with a leather holster 4 to 6 inches
>>30065266
what for? camping? try condor bushlore or something from Ahti, Helle (might be more than 50 bucks though), or other traditional scandi knives.
>>30063163
Like anything, they're a compromise between having proper tools and making do with whatever you've got available. For people that don't need a honking big multi-tool or a locking blade of some sort they're discrete, easy to carry, good quality and fucking tough.
I've seen people who've run them through dishwashers and shit, they basically don't give a fuck.
Downside is that while the stainless is a good steel (think its 440 of some type or equivalent) the heat treat isn't as great as it could be and while they sharpen up pretty good, they don't hold an edge very long. Oh and there's dozens of stories about the blades closing on someone's fingers and getting stitches, which happens with old timey style pocket knives since Grog slipped with his flint blade skinning a bunny.
So yeah, good carry knife for general purpose/emergency shit. Not something which attracts the ninja knife fighting pro's who have to kill 3 muggers getting off the bus every morning.
>>30060762
Nah Ganzo seems to bear the patent of doing the worst jimp job I've ever seen. And they have serious problems with their unlicensed axis lock springs as well as stop pins. Just avoid this brand.
Into the similar price range Enlan or Sanrenmu are usually cheaper in money but better in feel and use.
>>30063506
>Ah look, a play mat Ultratech!
I can see that the tri-grip pattern on aluminum and the X-shaped thumb slide offer much more traction, but will they tear off more fabrics as well? I am curious about how the pocket clip contact with the handle surface actually.
>>30065266
Try out the Cold Steel budget line?
Canadian Belt - 4" blade, 2.04Oz, around $13
Roach Belly - 4.5" blade, 2.60Oz, around $13
Finn Bear - 4" blade, 2.80Oz, around $13
Tanto Lite - 6" blade, 5.70Oz, around $25
Outdoorsman Lite - 6" blade, 5.70Oz, around $27.
All feature 4116 steel, polypropylene handle, condura sheath, and are made in Taiwan.
For your budget you can grab 2 or even 3 of those.
>>30065412
Kershaw Diskin Hunter.
>4.375" cutting edge
>14C28N steel
>Detachable G10 handle
>Single piece leather sheath
>Made in USA
BladeHQ is selling it @$49.95.
Anyone own one of these mofos?
>>30066889
>>30066737
>>30065507
Thanks boys, looking them up. Should mention that I need full tang as well.
>>30067046
you need the same thing as i do apperantly, im looking into pic related, can anybody help me out? is it good?
>>30068960
I want to see the CRKT Spew and the Schrade Sharpfinger having a steamy makeout session.
>>30063506
fake
[spoiler]and gay[/spoiler]
I genuinely want this knife
The knife itself looks great and the colors are pretty cool. Not to mention it's meme-tacular so that would make it so much cooler to own.
Too bad they're out of production. I can't even find them for sale on blade forums or anything. I probably couldn't afford one, anyway
>>30052971
Alpha Skinner is so much prettier. And has the guthook integrated. Comes with a red leather sheath. S30V steel. Beautiful knife.
http://www.cabelas.com/product/Cabelas-Alaskan-Guide-Series-Alpha-Fixed-Knife-by-Buck-Knives-reg/727448.uts?searchPath=%2Fbrowse.cmd%3FcategoryId%3D734095080%26CQ_search%3Dbuck%252520alpha%252520skinner%26CQ_st%3Db
Just swapped blades on my mini griptilians
>>30066737
Roach belly is a good knife, but the sheath sucks. Belt loops detach if you wear it everyday for a few weeks. I've got two of them.
>>30059855
>Irish
fify
>>30070105
how much does a fake microtech run?
>>30070479
So they started making these again?
I heard about the Alpha Hunter 193 but they discontinued those, now they're making it similar but rhe steel is blued.
>autistic CS:GO fantasies inbound
>>30065266
Ganzo.25 bucks.
>>30070440
They sell the clone on dhgate for like 20 bucks.exact same rainbow finish.
>>30058130
More like garbage? am i right fellas.
>>30073105
Yeah but it's a clone, a fake. I want a real one, damn it.
Nobody's selling the real ones though.
>>30066737
>>30070897
I could only find one of mine, but both have had the belt loop come off after light wear.
ill probably try to find a new sheath for it
>>30073085
great idea, a chink ripoff of one of the dumbest "survival knives" on the planet.
Love the wave opening spyderco endura and delica.
Vg10 steel, grayish blue handles, and even though they are saber grinds, they still cut great. The delica on the bottom has been sharpened by me.
G10 handles would have made these a must buy. Anyone know where I can find some g10/micarta handles?
Overall 8.5/10
Anyone els carry the S&W first responder?
I fucking love my little tank. I've used it to hammer nails before
>>30073421
I'm also looking for aftermarket scales. Don't know where I should be looking
Crkt BT-70
Pros: love the design/dual grinds.
Cool g10 handles with neat dragon milling. Amazing fit and finish. Built like a fucking tank, no wiggle in any direction. Very unique design. Aus8 steel is very well heat treated in my example. price is very reasonable at $70-90 street. VERY Ergonomic, feels like holding your owe cock. Cool milled pocket clip that works great.
Cons:for being a tactical knife its fairy hard to open with the thumb disks. For being a tactical knife it has no deep finger choil or guard to protect hand from slipping on blade. G10 can get slick with sweat/blood. Very think grind, not a good slicer. Could have used better steel. Very heavy! Not lefty friendly.
Overall 6.5/10 great for those that like Bob t designs. Awesome Unique Piece for your knife collection. Definitely not a good cutter definitely not for EDC.
>>30062163
What is that shiny chrome one?
Spyderco military
(titanium w/ steel lock bar insert.)
Pro: built like a tank no wiggle in any direction soild lockup, centered blade, very flickable, very fast to open/close. Awesome materials used, titanium and s30v and made in USA for around $225 is a great deal. Simply robust design. Great cutter/slicer. Buy one today.
Cons: larger knife, not lefty friend, tip down carry only.
Overall 9.5/10
Paramilitary 2
Pros. Everything
Cons.Nothing
Overall 10/10
Benchmade griptilian 551-1
Steel: cpm 20cv
Handle: gray/blue G10 w/
Overall 9/10
Griptilian 556
Steel: 154cm
Handle: Custom green micarta (orginal black plastic)
Overall: 9/10 (with orginal handle 7.5/10)
>>30066952
fairbain pls go..
The next photo is what I consider true pocket knives. Tiny Little guys that just dissappear in the key pocket.
Crkt jettison:
Steel: 8cr13mov
Handle: titanium framelock
Just recieved in the mail 5 mins away. Awesome little flipper. Great fit and finish w/ titanium scales and only cost me $30 on amazon.
Spyderco air:
Steel: cpm m4
Handle: silver twill G10/ titanium liner lock.
Benchmade 482
Steel: cpm S30V
Handle: carbon fiber and cocobolo wood / Nak-lock
Coldsteel Lucky:
Steel:cpm s35vn
Handle:carbon fiber / slip joint
Spyderco dragonfly
Steel: VG-10
Handle: G10 / lock back
Coldsteel micro recon 1(modded)
Steel:Aus8a
Handle:orange plastic /Triad lock
Zt 0562 CF
Steel: CTS 204p
Handle: carbon fiber titanium framelock
Overall:9.5/10 silly smooth open/close, awesome steel and when you reduce the edge to a more cutting friend angle it because a gteat knife.
Zt 0620 cf
Steel: CTS 204p
Handle: carbon fiber titanium framelock
Overall:10/10 I usually don't like tanto but the design/grind on the knife is so beautiful that I had to buy it. NO regrets this knife is amazing, almost smoother than a ball bearing knife bit it rides.on washers. Just thin out the edge and this is a great edc.
AL MAR SERE
steel:VG10
Handle:g10/steel liner lock
7/10 great fit and finish but for the price I wish the steel was better and the steel linerd were replaced with titanium. Great piece for a collector beautiful knife with a neat history.
Here is a group of knives I would highly recommend to /K/ if you only got around 20-50 bucks.
Ganzo : 440C/G10 axis lock
Sog Flash 2: AUS8/black plastics arch lock
Leek: sandvik 14C28N/aluminum and or liner lock or framelock (go with framelock)
Skyline:14c28n/G10 liner lock
CRKT hootenanny:8cr13mov/steel framelock (great cutter! Surprisingly light, great EDC)
Spyderco centofante 3: VG10/plastic with steel liners lock back (very thin stock great cutter, super light, One of the best EDC Imho)
Rat model 1: AUS8/plastic w/steel liner lock.
>>30073085
those are seriously ugly as fuck
>>30073297
i like the blade but i wish it had a more ergonomic handle
>>30074117
That is a fucking solid line up of reccommended folders right there.
>>30074272
Go fingerfuck one somewhere, the handle is really damn comfy, but it's a little slick. Some hockey tape and this knife would be good to go.
>>30074324
fuck it, put skateboard tape on it like nutnfancy
>>30074651
Skateboard tape would work, but it would be hell on your hands of you tried to use it without gloves for any length of time wouldn't it ? Is it as abrasive as a skateboard deck ? Because I wouldn't want my hands wrapped around that for longer than a few seconds
But to each his own
>>30073297
Doable.
Spend around 50 bucks to build a high quality sheath is actually worthy for a $20 fixed blade.
As Nutnfancy has stated in his Kershaw Bear Hunter video, under this circumstance the blade is disposable, but sheath stands.
>>30074117
Mah nigs
Don't forget light as fuck for a 3+"
>>30075226
Growing up I had a kabar sheath for the 6 inch model that I used for a few different knives. I broke lost or bent four or five knives that I toted around in it, but the sheath is still sitting in a drawer as far as I know, waiting for a new blade.
>>30073483
http://g10.lt/?cat=36
http://www.bladescales.com/product/endura-g10-scales/
http://wilkins-knives.com/wilkinsgrip-stocklist#stock2
Depending on your budget, take a pick.
I believe there are also some really good scales on eBay.
>>30073707
Reminds me of my Ti Para 2. Not the most expensive one, but absolutely a gem among my knife pile.
>>30074272
C'mon, 13 bucks for a fixed blade this size and this steel, seriously?
>>30075285
Thanks !
>>30073768
no zipties/10
