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[MBass300]

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I have carried a knife my entire adult life (and part of my childhood). I have always thought of my knife as a tool that could be used for self defense if the need arose. After some training, I realize that a knife is a better offensive weapon than a defensive one. Meaning: using a knife for self defense is a lot more complicated than it seems. Definitely not something one should count on without training and practice.

 

[OregonShooter]

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Cook skinner for a defensive non-util blade.

 

[ZOMBIE101]

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Yuna Mini Hard 2 knife....

Another Yuna knife I carry....ZEN

 

[thecontract]

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Been carrying a Benchmade 551 for years. It's a good blade and sturdy to boot.

 

[jujutsuka]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: dareposte</div><div class="ubbcode-body">EESE Rat 3 - Great carry knife and not quite big enough to raise any eyebrows, but big enough to be very useful.

Also the Kydex sheath that it comes with is amazing. I carry it inverted at 4'oclock if I'm not packing, or 2:30 if I am.</div></div>
+1, I carry a RAT3 IWB at my 11 and have the RAT6 on order as a camp knife. I also edc a XXL Cold Steel Voyager in the rh pocket too (6" blade, 13"OAL)

 

[potter_mp]

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Benchmade 710 D2 Plain Edge

 

[ZOMBIE101]

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Two more Yuna knives comming my way pretty soon!

 

[Pat II]

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I dont know. A motivated individual with an edged weapon can inflict a whole lot of damage.

 

[cmh2007]

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I carry a Kershaw Avalanche. love it g10 grips, its about 6 years old and still holding up great

 

[dgtlcrack]

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Coldsteel Recon 1 Tanto Blade. Carry this 24/7, works wonders for camping, fishing, all round my daily.

 

[cavecop]

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Carry an Emerson CQC-7B every day. On call outs I have a Tops Pry knife on my drop leg. Picked up a Tom Brown T1 Tracker a few years ago and think the world of it. Thought about mounting it on tac vest.

 

[devilrob1979]

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Coldsteel Caledonian Edge everywhere but the city of Seattle where it's illegal due to length.

 

[Mr.Kirk]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Lindy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I wonder how many people who carry a knife have ever had any training in using a blade as a weapon.

Without training, an edged weapon is useful as a letter opener.

Owing a piano doesn't make one a pianist.
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Training every Monday night for 1 to 1.5 hours. The other 2 nights usually involve empty hand defenses against knives at some point.
I carry a fixed blade knife where you cannot carry a pistol.
Even if you have a pistol or are a "trained" fighter a trained man w/ a knife is worth running from.
I highly reccomend carrying 2 knives if you are going to cut things w/ one. Keep your fighting knife razor sharp.

 

[chainring]

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I don't want to be in a knife fight. I'd rather get shot than cut.

I carry a Fiddleback Forge Bow Legged Joe and a Chris Reeve Umnumzaan daily.

 

[fasteddie565]

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I am primarily a Spyderco fan

I bought a Flash II a week or so back, the action is good, the lock strong, but the little lock down near the clip (opposite side) activates while the knife moves in your pocket (even when clipped in my pocket).

The Jury is still out on this one. It is sharp as HELL though. I am looking at some of the SOG possibilities as well such as the SOGzilla.

What about serrated vs. straight vs partially serrated? I have no illusions of being a knife fighter, despite some parochial training. (I agree it is better to use offensively than defensively).

 

[AMOK!]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Lindy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I wonder how many people who carry a knife have ever had any training in using a blade as a weapon.

Without training, an edged weapon is useful as a letter opener.

Owing a piano doesn't make one a pianist.
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100% correct. Without knowing how to <span style="text-decoration: underline">Access</span> and Deploy your blade under stress, you have nothing.

 

[ZOMBIE101]

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[GSRswapandslow]

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nothing fancy for me..
in my pocket today: 0350 plain edge
last week: rat1 with a little work (scuffed grips and drilled liner), bm mini-grip, bm full size grip, or spydie atlantic salt

all were cheap, all hold an edge, all cut whatever i need them to. if they don't, i rotate while one is sharpened.

i want a sebbie, but it's just out of my logical price range at this point...not to mention i'd be scared to carry it for fear of loss

 

[nw911guy]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mr.Kirk</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Lindy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I wonder how many people who carry a knife have ever had any training in using a blade as a weapon.

Without training, an edged weapon is useful as a letter opener.

Owing a piano doesn't make one a pianist.
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Training every Monday night for 1 to 1.5 hours. The other 2 nights usually involve empty hand defenses against knives at some point.
I carry a fixed blade knife where you cannot carry a pistol.
Even if you have a pistol or are a "trained" fighter a trained man w/ a knife is worth running from.
I highly reccomend carrying 2 knives if you are going to cut things w/ one. Keep your fighting knife razor sharp. </div></div>

Training in any particular art?

On another note, I've carried 2 knives for years. For a long time it was Benchmade AFCKs, then later Benchmade McHenry Williams Axis locks, presently it's 2 Spyderco Tenacious folders. The Tenacious is relatively inexpensive and holds an edge well. I used to run machinery so there was the possibility of getting a sleeve stuck. Then there was a class with Ayoob that opened my eyes up to 2 knives and always being able to reach one to help in handgun retention.

Anyone ever watched the video of Dan Inosanto? That in and of itself will open your eyes.

 

[chaser_2332]

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Kershaw od-1 here

 

[Cheech]

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Case Slimline Trapper.

 

[dpairborneranger]

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SOG it sharpens easily and holds a nice edge. I've had two and put them thru hell but they hold up well!

 

[kthomas]

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I carry a CRKT m16, like this:

It's nice and sturdy when locked in the open position, doesn't seem flimsy like other folders I've tried. It is a decent size knife, and is almost too big in the pocket, so somedays I don't wear it because of that. All in all a decent knife for a decent price.

 

[geometro]

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+1 Benchmade CQC7

But if I had to buy one today, I'd probably go Spyderco Military or Paramilitary.

 

[Crabman]

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I carry a Benchmade Infidel, great knife but if it wasnt given to me I would not have spent that much money on one.

 

[1911jerry]

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Simple but nice.... Pat Crawford Leopard Cub from the late 80's.

Jerry

 

[WileyG]

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Kershaw Ken Onion Avalanche assisted opening. Granted that I don't demand a lot from it daily (only open it 2 or 3 times a month) and we're restricted to 3" and less blade length at work. It stays razor sharp and with the knife training we had a few years ago I'm 100% comfortable with it.

 

[cluebat]

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I carry a Kershaw Ram with G&G Hawk clip:

 

[ISBe]

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I carry just a little CRKT Drifter. Also have a Kabar in the truck.

 

[FltMed13]

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Rotates through depending on mood:

ZT 0350
CRKT M21
Benchmade AutoStryker

 

[kickinneon]

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Benchmade presidio 5000.

 

[jbell]

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Emerson super-7 with the wave , sucks as a letter opener for a right handed person but thats not why I carry it.

 

[Witch_Doctor]

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I am preferable to Emerson's

 

[drakula]

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Spyderco endura plain edge is always in the pocket.

 

[cooper623]

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I would say that benchmade is by far the best. CRKT is a good cheaper alternative though too

 

[NightEyes]

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My every-day carry blade is a flat-black Kershaw Ken Onion "Leek" with no blade serrations. I also have one with a half-serrated blade, and find that it isn't as useful for my daily situations.

http://www.kershawknives.com/productdetails.php?id=3

I reversed the clip on the knife so that, when drawn from my hip pocket, it is already oriented for use. Btw, I'm a Southpaw.

 

[ryanjay11]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: cooper623</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I would say that benchmade is by far the best. CRKT is a good cheaper alternative though too </div></div>

Look around at some other knives. I have a few Benchmades. While they are good knives for the money, you would have a hard time convincing anyone that has held a custom that they are by far the best.

 

[Searcher]

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Microtech UDT

Its ready when you are.

 

[FatCow]

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Chris Reeve Sebenza, simple, strong, doesn't tear up my pockets, presentable.

 

[Sgt. 0811]

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Microtech Scarab

 

[Strangedays]

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I carry a Benchmade for my everyday knife.