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Post by bentin on Nov 15, 2016 10:40:03 GMT -6
Seems we're derailing the WAYWT thread with knife talk. I carry a Kershaw Scallion most days and a Helle Dokka for camping, climbing and bad wood massacring. Would love something a little more boutique, but haven't found the right thing yet. Whatcha got?   |
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Post by ncbluegrass on Nov 15, 2016 11:49:13 GMT -6
I used to carry a couple different knives just depending on what i felt like grabbing. But these days I carry a SAK Alox Cadet. It just fits better in the pocket and is all I've really needed. If i need something larger it's in my desk or in my truck.
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Post by drewcandraw on Nov 15, 2016 14:37:42 GMT -6
Depending on the day, mood and situation I carry either some type of small fixed blade or a folder.
This past week I have been using a benchmade 531 and carrying my new reylights pineapple flashlight in brass.
I was carrying my Swiss army last week.
I usually like small folders with a blade under 3".
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Post by hopsbreath on Nov 15, 2016 22:17:33 GMT -6
Own a bunch of knives, most of them Spyderco but still keep a SAK Alox Cadet on my keychain. Occasionally carry an Opinel too when I'm feeling more traditional. Highly recommend all three brands, great values at their respective price tags.
Edit: for backpacking I can't speak too highly of Mora knives. Great durability, takes a razor edge, and inexpensive too. I've beat the hell out of mine and don't never stress about it breaking. More expensive knives are nicer, but it's mentally tougher to abuse a $300 knife than it is a ~$20 one.
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Post by DigDug on Nov 15, 2016 22:36:22 GMT -6
I carry a blade with a Marlin Spike. I find I use the spike more often.
Not that I'm a sailor (who it is originally for).
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Post by northcoast on Nov 16, 2016 7:30:57 GMT -6
I carry a blade with a Marlin Spike. I find I use the spike more often. Not that I'm a sailor (who it is originally for). This looks pretty cool. Untying a lot of knots ehh?  |
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Post by nate001 on Nov 16, 2016 8:09:17 GMT -6
I work at a desk in an office. It seems as though many of the rest of you do too. If you work in an office, how is your pocketknife used?
FWIW, I carry a wallet, phone and keys with a bottle opener on it. The bottle opener has seen heavy use in the past week.
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Post by northcoast on Nov 16, 2016 8:40:41 GMT -6
I work at a desk in an office. It seems as though many of the rest of you do too. If you work in an office, how is your pocketknife used? FWIW, I carry a wallet, phone and keys with a bottle opener on it. The bottle opener has seen heavy use in the past week. To open boxes. Well, rarely. I go back and forth on carrying it. I like the feel of it in the pocket, and think I may be able to use it for self defense, but probably not. I stopped my knife fetish at 4 pieces, 1 of them I should probably sell and there are a couple more I would not mind having. |
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Post by DigDug on Nov 16, 2016 8:49:54 GMT -6
I carry a blade with a Marlin Spike. I find I use the spike more often. Not that I'm a sailor (who it is originally for). This looks pretty cool. Untying a lot of knots ehh? Have only used it on a knot once  seems I use it to open paint cans the most. I use it more then the blade |
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Post by bentin on Nov 16, 2016 8:59:30 GMT -6
I work at a desk in an office. It seems as though many of the rest of you do too. If you work in an office, how is your pocketknife used? FWIW, I carry a wallet, phone and keys with a bottle opener on it. The bottle opener has seen heavy use in the past week. At the office, it's how I open coffee bags, cut that pesky plastic strap on copy paper boxes, cut my water bottles in half and threatening the SEC Reporting guy. |
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Post by drewcandraw on Nov 16, 2016 11:50:34 GMT -6
I work in a lab so I cut open anything with a knife from boxes,papers,tape, flexible tubing, rubber etc. If it can be cut with my knife, I do it. If not I find something that can haha. Even when I sit at my desk, I play with my knife and flick it open secretly.
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Post by disheveled on Nov 16, 2016 22:43:48 GMT -6
Smaller version of the paramilitary2 (pm3) was announced by Spyderco.
Haven't seen any specs yet, but it should be cool
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Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2016 9:48:24 GMT -6
My time in the Army definintely learned me to appreciate nice pokey-stabbies, but overseas (First Japan, and now The UK) they frown upon people that carry weapons of any sort, meaning YOU GO TO JAIL.
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Post by drewcandraw on Nov 17, 2016 9:53:30 GMT -6
My time in the Army definintely learned me to appreciate nice pokey-stabbies, but overseas (First Japan, and now The UK) they frown upon people that carry weapons of any sort, meaning YOU GO TO JAIL. can't you carry a less than 2" blade slipjoint or non-locking knife? |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2016 9:58:07 GMT -6
NOPE!
Unless it is being directly used for a utility purpose. I was told by the Constable (or whetever the feck he's called) during my in-processing that you can't just carry a knife because you might need it for something... If you have a knife, it has to be fully intended to be used as a tool while you have it... I.e., hunting, fishing, camping; if you need one for work, keep it at work; if you're going camping/fishing/hunting/ keep it in your boot (trunk) until you get to your destination, don't carry it on your person.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2016 9:59:12 GMT -6
And, folders, assisted folders, autos, balisongs (butterfly knives) are ABSOLUTELY illegal
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Post by davelewis on Nov 17, 2016 10:07:38 GMT -6
NOPE! Unless it is being directly used for a utility purpose. I was told by the Constable (or whetever the feck he's called) during my in-processing that you can't just carry a knife because you might need it for something... If you have a knife, it has to be fully intended to be used as a tool while you have it... I.e., hunting, fishing, camping; if you need one for work, keep it at work; if you're going camping/fishing/hunting/ keep it in your boot (trunk) until you get to your destination, don't carry it on your person. This makes me glad that I enjoy the freedom's the US still offers! |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2016 10:08:33 GMT -6
"Freedom ain't free!!!!!"
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Post by nate001 on Nov 17, 2016 10:57:01 GMT -6
NOPE! Unless it is being directly used for a utility purpose. I was told by the Constable (or whetever the feck he's called) during my in-processing that you can't just carry a knife because you might need it for something... If you have a knife, it has to be fully intended to be used as a tool while you have it... I.e., hunting, fishing, camping; if you need one for work, keep it at work; if you're going camping/fishing/hunting/ keep it in your boot (trunk) until you get to your destination, don't carry it on your person. And yet they function as a society. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2016 11:34:38 GMT -6
You're opening a can of worms, Brah.....
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Post by bentin on Nov 17, 2016 11:38:04 GMT -6
Yeah, the Brits looked plenty silly and xenophobic until we bailed them out, again.
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Post by bentin on Nov 17, 2016 11:40:45 GMT -6
And they may not have guns or knives, but they have to deal with this:  |
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Post by disheveled on Nov 17, 2016 12:03:48 GMT -6
NOPE! Unless it is being directly used for a utility purpose. I was told by the Constable (or whetever the feck he's called) during my in-processing that you can't just carry a knife because you might need it for something... If you have a knife, it has to be fully intended to be used as a tool while you have it... I.e., hunting, fishing, camping; if you need one for work, keep it at work; if you're going camping/fishing/hunting/ keep it in your boot (trunk) until you get to your destination, don't carry it on your person. And yet they function as a society. It is beautiful how life/society finds a way to functuon inspite of the ever increasing machinations of well intentioned do gooders now im reminding myself of 2pac's a rose out of concrete, lol |
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Post by nate001 on Nov 17, 2016 12:14:55 GMT -6
You're opening a can of worms, Brah..... It's true. I may not find many sympathetic ears on this forum, but recent events make it hard for me to keep my mouth shut. I will leave it at that. If others wish to have a conversation, I'd be happy to DM (though I haven't done it on this forum...that's a option here, right?) |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2016 12:49:59 GMT -6
I'm not exactly sure..... But generally, religion, politics and gun laws are off limits, lol! Those things tend to take forums to a dark place
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