Knife questions

Corey · 10-06-2011, 04:33 PM

I've been looking at knives to carry and to have around. I don't really know much about them or what I should be looking for in a good knife. I picked up a Kershaw Clash based on some good reviews, but it's a little larger than I thought it would be.

What should I be looking for in a good knife? What should I be avoiding? Any recommendations for a good carry knife under $50? I've been looking at the Spyderco Tenacious or Persistence, but I'm open to other stuff.

OneSickPsycho · 10-06-2011, 04:35 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAmEsuWWVoo

Cutty72 · 10-06-2011, 04:43 PM

Knives should be sharp, and have handles.
Crappy knives aren't sharp... stay away from them.

Bluestreak · 10-06-2011, 05:17 PM

I carry this knife every day.

http://www.kershawknivesdirect.com/k...ge-p-8629.html

I love the assisted opening and the blade stays sharp for a very long time. It's small enough to be comfortable in my pocket and big enough for what I need.

This is my second Kershaw knife in 10 years and I'm very happy with it.

Particle Man · 10-06-2011, 06:14 PM

I have a mini-Gerber in my pocket at all times unless I'm traveling by air (grumble)

Cutty72 · 10-06-2011, 08:50 PM

I actually carry a knife I got from the recruiters. Seatbelt cutter, window breaker, and a nice knife. Only good thing I've ever gotten from a recruiter!

goof2 · 10-06-2011, 09:41 PM

http://sogknives.com/store/TWI-8.html

I received one of these for Christmas a few years ago. It is similar to what Bluestreak posted. I really like the assisted opening, though I do have to take it apart to clean and oil it occasionally. It has stayed very sharp for the few years I have had it.

ericr · 10-06-2011, 09:50 PM

I carry this one...except it has a spear point on it.

Particle Man · 10-06-2011, 09:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ericr

I carry this one...except it has a spear point on it.

I like that - what kind and model is that? (little screen)

ericr · 10-06-2011, 10:06 PM

It's a Cold Steel (Special Projects), Recon 1.

10-06-2011, 04:33 PM	#1
Corey AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Florida Moto: Not a damn thing Posts: 2,612	Knife questions I've been looking at knives to carry and to have around. I don't really know much about them or what I should be looking for in a good knife. I picked up a Kershaw Clash based on some good reviews, but it's a little larger than I thought it would be. What should I be looking for in a good knife? What should I be avoiding? Any recommendations for a good carry knife under $50? I've been looking at the Spyderco Tenacious or Persistence, but I'm open to other stuff. __________________ Half man, half horse, half motorcycle. All awesome. "Your game is shit, your company is shit. Activision ruined you! Activision ruined you." - Francis

10-06-2011, 05:17 PM	#4
Bluestreak What? Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lancaster, PA Moto: Dirt Posts: 578	I carry this knife every day. http://www.kershawknivesdirect.com/k...ge-p-8629.html I love the assisted opening and the blade stays sharp for a very long time. It's small enough to be comfortable in my pocket and big enough for what I need. This is my second Kershaw knife in 10 years and I'm very happy with it. __________________ Lean till you see sparks. If they are coming from your pegs you are doing good. If they are coming from you tank, you've just gained wisdom... Wisdom usually hurts.

10-06-2011, 06:14 PM	#5
Particle Man Custom User Title Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central NY Moto: 2003 SV650S Posts: 14,959	I have a mini-Gerber in my pocket at all times unless I'm traveling by air (grumble) __________________ I'm not "fat." I'm "Enlarged to show texture." Handle every stressful situation like a DOG: If you can't eat it or hump it, pi$$ on it & walk away.

10-06-2011, 04:35 PM	#2
OneSickPsycho Ride Like an Asshole Join Date: Feb 2008 Moto: nothing... Posts: 11,254	http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAmEsuWWVoo