check out a williams sonoma, or a bed bath and beyond,
brands- wustof, henkels, kitchen aid ( pretty decent, and well priced,) the first two can get pretty pricey, but theyre worth every penny, and theyll last pretty much forever
So, I just got the knife today. It showed me good promise. I messed with it for a while, learning how to roll the balisong around my thumb. After trying that for a couple minutes, I drop it. I picked it up to notice the center peg (the piece of metal that prevents the blade from going through the handle)had broken off. So great, now when I try to flip the balisong, the knife will go through the handle and ultimately ruin the trick. I paid for normal shipping and it came exactly a week later. I would not recommend this to friends, the quality of the knife is not good if you can drop it once and something breaks. (I dropped it on my carpet by the way)
Rating: 1 / 5
TX2step on
November 10th, 2009 5:44 pm
Go to Williams Sonoma and ask them. Their salespeople are very knowledgeable, and they have a nice selection of high quality cutlery…… You might also look at their website, but you can’t ASK then:)
I liked my first set of these knives so well that I purchased a second set as a backup. These are amazing knives and stay sharp really well. Yes, you will still need the “German” metal knives, but this is a great additional set.
Rating: 5 / 5
If you want to try to use flint and steel to create a fire, only carbon (not stainless) steel with work. It needs carbon to create the CO2 necessary for catalyzing the fire. If it is carbon, it requires care so as not to rust. This knife is also kinda big for most processes unless you’re outright killing squirrels and such. On the other hand, it’s something like the Punisher would use, making it immediately cool.
Rating: 4 / 5
When I got the item it was packaged VERY neatly, opened the package and WOW the knife has some length, VERY sturdy, I recommend this knife, it is a very good bargain and I will probably be buying another.
Rating: 5 / 5
JennyP on
November 10th, 2009 6:08 pm
Knives can be expensive investments, depending on what brand and what you are looking for. Here are some stores that carry brand names:
1. William Sonoma
2. Macy’s
3. William Glenn
4. Linen’s and Things
5. Penneys
6. Target
I bought this as a Christmas gift for my step-dad in Florida. He loves it– convenient carry case and even a cutting board. Good quality for the price.
Rating: 5 / 5
this great bread knife slices easily through even the softest breads without squashing them, however it does not come with a blade guard so – be careful when storing it.
Rating: 4 / 5
The compass is unreliable, but works. The sheath doesn’t do a very good job of keeping the knife off of your leg. For the price, its about what I expected – mediocre quality.
Rating: 3 / 5
It has a very good weight to it I must say. Its a great knife to start off with if your getting into Balisongs. After flipping it a couple times..and dropping it its still holding up so thats good. Only thing that can get a bit annoying is the latch. It can get in the way sometimes but its a minor issue. Other than that. It was a very fast delivery. Received it 3 days after the order date. I’d highly suggest ordering this if you getting into the trade.
Rating: 4 / 5
You’ll cut yourself, not survive made in china BS… Quality is terrable.
The handle not connected to the blade properly, like 1/2 inch insite a handle connected thru soft plastic tread. Start use it and you’ll brake a handle…
Rating: 1 / 5
The description says that the larger knife in this set is a santoku. Somebody at Silvermark has an odd idea of what constitutes a santoku. I’m just sayin’.
Now that I’ve got that off my chest–I like that knife. I like it a lot. The paring knife blade strikes me as a little too thick for small work, which is why I’ve giving this set four stars instead of five. But the “santoku?” It’s fun to use. It does a good job with everyday food prep tasks, and honestly, the price is less than any other ceramic knife I’ve seen so far.
The blade sheathes are very useful if you keep a “knife drawer.” (I don’t. I have blocks. Lots and lots of blocks. There’s probably a 12-step program for people with the number of knife blocks I have.)
The “santoku” is practical, and as far as I’m concerned, is worth the price of the package if you NEVER use the paring knife. I have blades from Kyocera and Shenzhen, and honestly, I’m just as likely to pull the Silvermark from the block as I am the others when it’s time to prep vegetables or cut a loin into chops. (This knife also works as a carver.)
The usual caveats apply: don’t put these blades into the dishwasher. Don’t use the larger one to smash garlic cloves–get the steel blade out for that. Don’t use ceramic blades to pry bones or pop bone joints. Don’t use them to cut frozen foods. Slice unpeeled tomatoes with a metal blade if you’re impatient–I’ve found that ceramics tend to slip a little on the peel unless you take your time. (It’s a weight thing. Metal blades pull through the tomato skin better because they’re heavier. Nevertheless, you can do it with ceramic.) Don’t drop the knife onto a hard surface. (Better yet, don’t drop the knife–which is good advice with any knife.) Use wood or plastic cutting boards–not glass. Don’t cut on a ceramic or metal surface (not good for steel blades, either).
This ceramic knife set is the least expensive introduction to this sort of tool that I’ve seen so far. At this price it’s really hard to go wrong. You might eventually move on to the greater range of knife types provided by Shenzhen or Kyocera–but I’m betting you’ll get a lot of use out of the “santoku” for a long time.
One last thing: if you’re considering the resin-coated steel blades or non-stick blades, just get the ceramic. They’re pretty much non-stick already, and eventually all that fluorescent stuff is going to come off those other knives. Those blades will need sharpening before the ceramic will–that’s for darned sure.
Rating: 4 / 5
its a nice knife. not very sharp but it is pointy. its sturdy and has a lock that is very easy to close. the pin you push the knife open with is kind of hard to use but its very easy to close.its an overall nice knife with the only problems of the sharpness and the pin to open it with
Rating: 4 / 5
I bought this knife for a friend before going on a camping trip. The knife itself looks awesome–when you pull it out you’ll get some oohs and ahhs because of its size, accessories, and overall bada$$ appearance. As soon as my friend took one chop at a small tree, the whole blade broke off. Completely ruined our camping trip. We almost starved to death in the Colorado mountains. The piece that holds the knife and handle together is made of plastic and doesn’t provide any durability. The sheath and survival accessories inside the handle are pretty cool, but if you’re looking for a knife that you can actually use don’t buy it.
Rating: 2 / 5
when it was ordered for me it somehow was a miss understanding cause i NEVER got it , so my wife contacted the people and they sent me another in its place and i was so happy with what she bought she gave it to me early ! I am that please ! Thank you so much for a wonderful product .
Rating: 5 / 5
It’s great for the reasons others mention. But be forwarned that this knife is huge. It’s 15 inches long in total – more than my big 10-inch chef’s knife. Most standard knife blocks have only one slot that would hold a knife this big, and that’s the slot for your big chef’s knife.
My wife says this knife is way too big for her. She much prefers the Good Grips bread knife.OXO Good Grips 8″ Bread Knife
Rating: 4 / 5
The blades are supposed to “click” when you insert them but they do so very loosely. When trying to cut bread they slip off. I was very careful to make sure they were facing away from me and not near the powercord – loose, moving blades are not my idea of fun!
I spent a lot of time trying to make sure the blades were inserted correctly, but it apparently requires more brains or talent than I possess, so I am returning it. I am in a rage that Black&Decker made such a shoddy product (unless just mine is defective), and, with what seems to me, little real-life testing. I bought this product solely because of their brand name.
Very good knife for the price. It is very sharp and sturdy. The only thing I do not like about it is the plastic face plates, which feel a little cheap, but in no way affects the knifes performance
Rating: 4 / 5
GENE F on
November 10th, 2009 10:52 pm
Hi, yes it does. When they call a knife a locking blade, they are referring to it locking when the blade is open, so it won’t close on your fingers. But they do also make them that lock it both positions.
Have fun on your camping trip.
Corky R on
November 10th, 2009 11:09 pm
I think that’s it. All of them I’ve ever seen or owned have only locked when opened, to make sure they don’t accidentally close on your fingers when you’re working with it.
This knife is great! it came well sharpened and it was in perfect condition. It was a little smaller than expected but high quality nonetheless.
Rating: 4 / 5
eastabos on
November 10th, 2009 11:37 pm
it prevents it from closing on u. if the knife is in good condition it shud not open by itself.
I purchased this knife for cutting home-made bread in a slicing-guide. While I liked the look and feel of the knife, it lasted about three days – after that the blade would “wiggle”, but wouldn’t actually cut anything. Amazon happily took a return, and I will be looking for another electric knife to try.
Rating: 1 / 5
The RH Forschner 10.25 inch Curved Blade Bread Knife is the BEST KNIFE EVER. I use it for chopping, slicing, mincing, carving – almost everything. It can be sharpened with a steel or stone and is cheap enough that when it lose s it serrated edge, just throw it away and buy another one.
Rating: 5 / 5
Was expecting this product at least a week after the shipping date. Somehow, never received it after more than three weeks later. Don’t know who the seller is but its very very bad customer service. Never received any notice, call, email, etc. on how/why the product never came^^/
Rating: 1 / 5
Richard N on
November 11th, 2009 12:35 am
The lock is when open. This prevents the blade from folding and cutting you fingers when you hold and use it.
Perhaps I shouldn’t rate this knife because, though I just ordered it, I haven’t received it yet. It was rated by this month’s Cook’s Illustrated Magazine. They were assessing serrated knives by testing how they worked on four foods: bread and tomatoes, club sandwich, cake, and sticky dough. The top choice (when considering quality only, not price) of the two “highly recommended” choices was Wusthof Classic Bread Knife, 10 inches, but that knife costs $79.99. The second of the “highly recommended” choices was this knife. It got top ratings on all four types of foods, just like the Wusthof, but is $24.95, according to Cook’s. They gave it their “best buy” rating, which they give to their best choice, with price taken into account.
There was only one “recommended” choice, which is their next level down, and that knife, the Viking 10-inch serrated slicer, was $108.
I’ve never been steered wrong by Cook’s Illustrated. If you’re not familiar with it, they are a cooking magazine that uses a tests kitchen to test many varieties of a recipe, scientifically changing one factor at a time, until they get what they consider the ideal recipe. They also tell you at the start what the characteristics of the ideal recipe they are looking for is, so that if they are trying to get a crispy crust, and you don’t want that, you can look elsewhere. They also include in every issue a scientifically-done assessment of some type of cooking implement or gizmo.
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is AWFUL! It’s extremely bulky and heavy, but furthermore it’s not even sharp! Please,do yourself a favor and spend the extra $30-40 and get a Wusthof. Their knives are GREAT and they are a bit more expensive, but it’s WORTH IT, I promise!
Rating: 1 / 5
I bought this knife at Christmas, opened it to carve a roast beef on Easter Sunday… it worked for about 1.5 minutes then stopped working. Don’t waste your money on this lousy product.
Rating: 1 / 5
I’m older and have trouble with my hands. I had an expensive electric knife that was almost impossible to use. You had to fight to keep the button pushed. This knife is easy to use and makes a breeze out of cutting roasts, bread, anything! I love it!
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife has a heavy blade, it’s exceedingly sharp, and well balanced. The 10-inch+ length is plenty to cut homemade breads with ease. The Victorinox name is highly rated and puts quality into everything the manufacture.
The 10 inch version of this knife is awkward to handle, and dangerous to use. The balance point is somewhere in the middle of the blade, rather than where one would normally grip a knife. Yes it’s sharp, but so are the cheap hollow ground blades you find at low end retailers.
I have cooked professionally as well as doing home cooking, so I’m not a stranger to using a knife. I find this particular knife unusable, and I am returning it.
Rating: 2 / 5
Bought this for my mother for a Christmas gift two years ago, based on strong reviews in Cook’s Illustrated. Arrived dull and does not sharpen well at all. Would NOT recommend.
Rating: 1 / 5
I bought this item after reading all the reviews about it and thought that it was a good deal. It was an amazing knife for the first few days, really sharp, precise cuts, even when cutting tomatoes, I didn’t really have to put any pressure on the knife, but after a week or so, it started turning blunt. Surprisingly so! So, unless you have a home knife sharpener, I do NOT recommend this product to anyone at all. I was pretty disappointed.
Rating: 1 / 5
Like many others, I bought this based on the reviews. The blade is nice and stiff, but the handle is not attached very well to the blade. When I try to lightly bend the blade, I can hear a little creaking noise… kinda scary when you’re trying to put some heavy duty use on it…
Rating: 3 / 5
I have several different knives from this line. All the knives are lightweight yet well-balanced, and feel just great in the hand. They are very reasonably priced, too. They resharpen very well. I doubt I will ever buy another brand.
Rating: 5 / 5
Nefrititi on
November 11th, 2009 9:35 am
I would try an army surplus store, they usually tend to carry these things and can give you a great deal on these sort of things.
Wow, this knife is amazing! You can, like, kill so many things and just keep on killin’ and killin’. Cut out hearts, testes, livers, eyeballs, earballs, just keep on cuttin’! I have the straight edge version of this knife, because let’s be honest – the serrated edge doesn’t really help in all this mess ‘a killin’, does it? No sir. This ain’t no survival knife – it’s a combat knife. So in all seriousness, if you love you some killin’ – you need this knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
Rachel H on
November 11th, 2009 10:20 am
ebay
puma2072 on
November 11th, 2009 10:50 am
Try any military surplus store, there are tons of them on line. If they don’t have one in stock they can order it for you. Also try gun shows.
I purchased the BK-2 over the summer, and since its arrival I have used and abused it. I was so impressed with outdoor tasks that one would typically want a knife like this for that I decided to TRY to kill it. From chopping wood to punching a hole in a junkyard car door, then prying said hole open, this knife shows little signs of fatigue.
If you want a solid, heavy duty knife, go with the BK-2. It’ll outlive anything else you’ve got.
Rating: 5 / 5
I’ve purchased a few knives in my time. The Becker companion is the most rugged knife I have ever seen for the price. Also I am a bit picky about the sheath and handle of a knife, both are exceptional on the companion.
Rating: 5 / 5
The Ka-Bar is legendary and for good reason. They are one of the best utility / survival knives made. Another benefit is that the knife is 100% American made, therefore you help support American business. From the woods of America, war-torn Europe and the jungles of Vietnam, the Ka-Bar is still carried by troops in today’s conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq, a testament to their status and reputation.
If you want to give it to somebody as a gift, search more extensively for other Ka-Bar knives that commemorate historical military events or are marked for the specific branch of service (Army, Marines, Navy, I believe Air Force and Coast Guard ones can be had as well). For a civilian, any Ka-Bar knife will do just fine.
Rating: 5 / 5
I saw a good deal on their price. I ordered 5 of the knives. A week later I get a notice my order was cancelled. Cancel them..Buy somewhere else where you may actually get the product at the price they advertise.
Rating: 1 / 5
After much internet research, I’ve found an excellant and reasonably priced survival knife. You don’t have to spend an arm and a leg. Can’t wait to try it out. Fits nice and snug in the sheath. I’m happy with the handles, but I’ve seen after-market Micarta replacements. Amazon shipped the knife in a timely manner.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great knife. Built like a tank. Right out of the box it was nice and sharp. Simple design, nothing can really go wrong… except maybe some rust if you don’t put vegetable oil on it after use around water or moisture. Use vegetable oil so you can cut food with it, unless you like the taste of WD-40! Great steel. Great sheath. Great balance. Great price. Buy it. You will like it too.
Rating: 5 / 5
I am a “newbie” buschrafter. Up until I bought this knife, I only owned pocket knives. But after viewing many videos on “buschcrafting” on YouTube, I felt compelled to get a decent knife. This knife is great. I used it for “batoning”/splitting wood. I know I will not outgrow this knife anytime soon (probably not in my lifetime). As other reviewers have stated, this is one “solid knife”. I am very pleased with my purchase. Looking forward to years of service as I gain experience. In my opinion the value of this knife can not be beat.
I don’t know how good this knife is but I placed order from Amazon and one week later Amazon sent me cancellation email without any explanation. Bad Amazon…
Rating: 1 / 5
I wouldn’t try to take this fine knife to the airport and have someone steal it on me. I would leave mine at home. I love this knife. I sold the ones that I had years ago when I was much younger. I bought it for fishing and hunting and protection. What a fine made product Made in the USA !!!!!! Just like a Zippo lighter made in the GOOD OLD USA!!!! I highly recommend this knife to anyone. Enjoy it.
I got one of these knives from my grand father and My dad when I was a kid. I still have this knife and keep it in my living room to open packages and stuff. How ever I wouldent realy by another one except maby for a kid because it takes a Long time to get it to where you dont need 2 hands to open it. it is also heavy in your pocket and with no clip it clunks around with your keys and stuff. The brass can corrode some times too. This knife is a classic and good for a boyscout or something like that but for adults who want to carry their knives alot and not have to be forced to use two hands to open there are many better alternatives. Though this knife is well made and WILL last for years and years without batting an eyelash.
Rating: 3 / 5
small buck lock back knife; great knife , only disappointment in a “buck” product is that it was made in china and not the united states! ed gracia, ca.
Rating: 4 / 5
This blade is very fast, the grip is great, and the thumb studs are fantastic. My only criticism is that the blade isn’t all that sharp, but you can always sharpen it.
Rating: 4 / 5
I got this knife because my friend gave me the money and i ordered it for him, so upon it being on the doorstep, he runs inside, opens it, and pulls it out while still sheathed. i quickly snatch it from him and feel the sharpness. Upon reaching the serrated edge i said “hey this serrated edge isn’t even sharp” as i was rubbing my fingers up and down the serrated blade. In a few second, needless to say i feel and hear a big “SHHUTT” from my hand and theres blood all over my cut finger i quickly grab a paper towel and wipe up the blood and grab a couple band aids (except i used masking tape)
Rating: 5 / 5
Without any question, this Buck knife is the best knife that I have ever owned. Opens and closes with just one hand, very sharp and is lightweight to boot. Fits my hand well and this knife is an absolute bargain. Too bad it was manufactured in China. Still love it !
Rating: 5 / 5
cheap and sturdy. Does not open quickly, but works well as a EDC knife, small and handy. razor sharp blade.. but it will not stand to any heavy duty task. As a collector i love the shape and design. i call it the baby face assassin…
Rating: 4 / 5
Honestly the best knife I have ever owned. I’ve bought one for all my friends and family, and believe me, I can carry any knife I want. (I work for a major US knife company and I get very good prices on them.)
Rating: 5 / 5
I have owned several Kershaw folders over many years. There is no question that this knife is a great tool, but just knowing some differences might make it a better fit. The clip holds like crazy! so if you are pulling it in and out of your pocket all day it takes some getting used to. The handle texture is like nothing else I’ve seen, very unlikely to slip out of your hand. But if you put your hand in your pocket it will rub against and that can be irritating. I like that the point is not as narrow as other Kershaws, way more robust. To reiterate, this review is all positive and this knife will perform in every way. I would buy this knife again.
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife looks intimidating and mean. But right out of the package it wouldn’t harm a fly. Needed some major sharpening. That’s the price of getting a knife online but it is easily fixed. On the whole its impressive…worth the money…cheaper than anywhere else and I shopped around
Rating: 3 / 5
This knife is very well made, and holds a extremely fine edge. The spring assist is a very nice feature. It is a bit large for carry in a front pocket, but with the clip works well in a back pocket. I would recommend this to anyone that is looking for a large, quality folding knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
I love this knife, and I am so happy I bought it. After I lost my pocket knife, I began looking around for something I liked. I wanted a black knife, with no serated edge, and came across the black blur while looking around on Amazon. I had never heard of the SpeedSafe mechanism before, so had no idea really what it was. I liked the look of the knife though, so bought it.
It is a little larger than most folding knives, but I like the size. For those who have no clue what SpeedSafe is, it is a non-spring opening device inside, which opens your blade faster than you could with your finger. It is awesome, you supply little force on the stub, and it swings open the rest in a blink of an eye.
I highly recommended to anyone! Easy to sharpen, and stays sharp. Use it for hunting, every day life, etc. I carry it everywhere.
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is one of the best knives I have ever purchased! It comes very sharp and its a really hard blade. But the only downside is that it dulls quickly.
I bought 4 Forschner knives for my mother so I could have some workable cutlery when I cooked for her. My own knives are Wusthof Classic and I like their slim handles and blade heavy balance. The 8″ Forschner cook’s knife felt clumsy at first with a light blade and fat handle, but turned out to be a very serviceable bargain. The 5″ mini-chef is a very good utility knife. The 6″ chef knife doesn’t have enough blade/handle clearance for chopping and is too long and clumsy to be a useful utility knife.
Rating: 2 / 5
This is a good looking knife with a sharp blade. It would be a perfect pocket knife if the handle were not so thick. The handle is 14mm wide. This is just enought to put a buldge in your pocket. By conteast a knife by Victornox with an identical length blade has a width of 9.5mm.
Rating: 3 / 5
I have grave reservations regarding writing a review of the Forschner 6″ Chef’s knife because so many buyers seem to love it. I, on the other hand, cannot stand this knife. I am an old guy and have gone through many stages of knife ownership in my life. They are more or less as follows: cheapest thing that can cut a carrot, inexpensive stainless steel (pretty but difficult to sharpen and keep sharp), inexpensive carbon steel (not pretty but easy to sharpen and keep sharp), basic Henckels, Henckels Professional S series, and finally Wusthof Classics with an overrated Shun thrown in here and there.
I was intrigued, however, when the Forschner 8″ Chef’s knife kept winning accolades and I bought one just out of curiosity. It’s a great knife and anyone in their right mind would recommend it- cheap, sharp, well designed, and easy to use. No beauty queen but a solid kitchen tool that gets the job done. A really good value for the 8″ crowd.
But 8″ for me is about cutting up big heads of collards or slicing watermelons, not mincing garlic or chopping onions so I thought, “Why not try the 6″ Forschner since you like the 8″ so much”. And here the story goes tragically south. I really don’t know how to put this in a neutral Amazon review type of way and realize this is simply my take but I cannot STAND this knife. Yes, it cuts carrots, bones chicken, and it’s cheap. It’s possibly perfect as an only knife if you’re in college or don’t want to spend more than $16, but anyone who appreciates the joy and aesthetic of good cutlery is probably not going to be super happy with this choice. I think it’s awkward to use and basically a stupid knife that does nothing well. Sorry. My expensive Shun 3.5″ vegetable Alton’s Angle paring knife is another ridiculous knife.
Before you buy the Forschner 6″ Chef’s knife, you might want to try the Wusthof 4066/12cm Classic utility knife, the Wusthof Grand Prix II 4040/12cm utility knife, the Wusthof Classic 4582/16cm Cook’s knife, or the Wusthof Grand Prix II 4585/16cm Cook’s knife. I personally prefer the Wusthof knives over the Henckles because I like a lighter knife.
I know, I know…the Wusthof’s are not cheap and, yes, the Forschner 6″ would be a better choice to have at a fish camp or the Boy Scout Retreat, but, as a day to day knife I want to partner with in the kitchen, it’s just not going to happen. It’s the only knife I’ve ever owned that I gave away…gladly.
Rating: 2 / 5
I have heard a lot how people say how this knife is really sharp. Well, my knife has some problems with the straight part after the curve and before the serrations. It is dull. Not even sharp enough to break the skin under moderate pressure while rubbing (yes, I tried this to test the sharpness).
The tip is like a pin though. It is sharp. The curve is also really sharp, like a razor. The serrations are also decent, but some parts are sharper than others. I don’t know if my knife just has a defect, but it does not hold up to the hype.
It is however VERY well built, fits comfortably in the hand, well balanced, and can definitely do some damage to anything that comes in its way.
Rating: 4 / 5
I purchase both the 6″ and the 8″ knifes of the same series. They are great value for the price and definitly make cooking work faster and easier than before. One shortcoming, the knife need to be sharpen every 3-weeks in order to maintain the same cutting smoothness as it came from the factory. but again, great knife for the price.
Rating: 4 / 5
Gene H on
November 12th, 2009 1:17 am
I have a Henckel’s. It’s about $80 or so, but worth it. It goes through angel food cake like there isn’t anything there at all. I’ve had it maybe 20 years and you can still cut bread with it right out of the oven (which I never do!)
Bought one of these and struck the flint twice and it broke off. Returned the knife and got another, just in case it was some sort of fluke to have it break so easily. The second knife flint did the exact same thing and I knew then that I couldn’t trust the quality of this item to help save my life.
Better off with a good quality knife, a Swedish Steel and a seperate whistle… Don’t forget means to make a shelter and acquire water, so as to fulfill the first needs to satisfy the rule of 3s (minutes without oxygen/hours of exposure/days without water/weeks without food). Some would argue that it should be a rule of 4s, but you get the point…
Rating: 1 / 5
I am super unhappy with this purchase. I bought the knife that was on the amazon add because it was the right knife. I ordered it for my sons birthday because it was just like my knife and it was supposed to be a special gift him. You get the idea? It wasn’t the cheapest one available either. I could have gotten the one that arrived for alot cheaper if it was what I wanted. So basically, Amazon dropped the ball big time on my sons birthday present and I am likely to tell everyone that I can, ever chance I get how this has turned out to this point. Unless someone makes an effort to make it right. So far I have been ignored. Thanks for the opprotunity to tell about it.
Rating: 2 / 5
Had I known it was possible to fall in love with a set of knives, I would have given up my eharmony membership long ago. (Just kidding) I have a set of Calphalon Contemporary knives and thought they were great. After reading an online review at a reputable cooking site however, I bought this set for a friend. (Price to quality ratio was well-reviewed) OMG, everything you cut is like butta (except for butter itself which is like watta) Whether you buy the set or just the pieces you need, I cannot recommend these knives enough.
Oh, and though I love them to much to do so, I believe they are dishwasher safe.
Rating: 5 / 5
While this is a greart knife and my son loves it, after only two weeks the speed safe know longer works. It appears to be a plastic stop and has bent, no longer keeping the blade safe inside the knife, we plan to exchange it and if it happens again, look for another knife.
Rating: 2 / 5
I’ve owned and traded over a hundred high-quality knives over thirty years, most often custom-make and priced today at a bare minimum of $300. But it seems that factory produced knives are making great strides, with this model as an example.
My opinion, this is an excellent combination knife and tool for its purpose. Grind and steel are excellent. Liner lock is ideal for its function. LED is amazingly tiny and functional. Grip and finish details are nice. Plastic components are good material.
I have only one ironic criticism. The stainless alloy in the blade does not provide an adequate spark from the magnesium rod. A lower grade steel sparks far better. It’s not a fundamental problem, just something the owner needs to know so they can carry a short piece of hacksaw blade or some other odd piece of steel to work the firestarter.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have what was supposedly this exact same knife at my winter house. I bought it a few years ago and I love it. When I decided I needed a knife for my summer house I looked at all the fancy ones and decided that my Spanish-made Henkels was still the best way to go. So I ordered this one. What a disappointment! My older knife is about 3/16″ to 1/4″ thick. It has heft and good balance. This pathetic excuse for a chef’s knife is only about 1/8″ thick. Yeah, I know that the marketing people like to be able to use words like “now lighter weight!” or “easier on your wrists!” in their advertisements, but this is ridiculous. There are lots of lightweight “chef’s” knives out there. How about just one really good, heavy, well-balanced one?
I guess I’ll probably send this flimsy thing back and keep using my crappy boning knife until I can find a good chef’s knife in an antique store somewhere…
Rating: 1 / 5
I just received my knife and like it a lot, BUT, the first thing I wanted to do, after learning how to use it, was to take off the pocket clip. At first glance, it’s held on by very small phillips screws, but it turns out to be tiny allen head screws. Who has those size wrenches? You would think they would spend a few cents to include the tiny wrench necessary to remove the clip, especially since one of their selling points is that the clip is “easily” reversible!!
Rating: 3 / 5
I ordered this knife because of the great review America’s Test Kitchen gave to the 8″ version. I was taking a chance because the 6″ knife wasn’t mentioned in the review and it has paid off very well. This knife is sharp, light, and perfect for my hand. It slices, dices, chops and in general does everything a knife is called upon to do. I wouldn’t use it for boning, skinning, or whittling because I don’t do any of those things. But, for cutting up an onion this one is perfect.
Rating: 5 / 5
For backpacking I used to bring 2 keylights, a survival knife and a magnesium bar. Now I am switching to one keylight and this SLP2 Pro only, plus one set of backup batteries. The folding knife, magnesium bar and whistle work great. The design is pretty impressive, lightweight and you can carry safely on your pocket. It’s a must inside the tent at night.
I ordered first the SL3, but then I realized that for some more bucks I could have the SLP2 with integrated LED light and save some more space/weight in the backpack. I returned the SL3 to Amazon which refunded me in full except the handling fee since the product was not defective.
Rating: 5 / 5
Good cutting edge on the blade, I was impressed. Maybe not top-of-the-line, according to some people, but far better than any pocket knife I have ever had.
Somewhat tricky to open one-handed, you have to practice if you don’t want to fumble. Impossible to close one-handed, but that is probably on purpose, it locks open very steadily.
I haven’t lost the attachment yet, although it HAS fallen out a few times, but I expect to sooner or later. The flashlight is cute, but turns on sometimes because it gets turned. The flint DOES strike sparks, but you’d probably have to get some serious tinder to make use of that fact!
Rating: 4 / 5
This is great to throw in the back pack, the hunting vest or glove compartment. While I wouldn’t use this as my primary, go-to knife, it is well built and keeps a good edge. What makes it valuable is the LED light (which is amazingly bright), emergency whistle and the firestarter stick – all in a nice, compact combo knife package.
Good price – lots of value – great for your bug out emergency kit.
Rating: 4 / 5
Very heavy. Hard to open and figure out. But it’s got everything you would ever need. They need to get rid of them cork screws!! Who ever uses them anyways!
Rating: 3 / 5
This knife has a great design and is a perfect everyday utility knife. It is sleek and easy to carry in a pocket. The assisted open works great. My only complaint is that I could have used a little more sharpness.
Rating: 4 / 5
I returned the item because the web pix showed a built in pliers and the item received did not have it. The pix above is not the one that you had posted when I ordered.
In any case I was happy with the return treatment and it gies me confidence in future purchases.
Rating: 1 / 5
I like the look and feel and it certainly sharp. I haven’t owned one of these type of knives before and maybe for that reason I can’t for the life of me figure out how to close it once opened. There doesn’t seam any automatic way to disengage it from the locking groove at the front of the knife and since it is so sharp and the handle small I am afraid to put a whole lot of pressure to force it back in to place. So on instinctive operation I give it the 3 stars
Rating: 3 / 5
This item is very heavy = no one would want to carry it around in pants pocket or any where else. Items so hard to get out that I can’t get all of them opened as I have problems with my aging hands.
Rating: 1 / 5
J A Henckels has a portfolio of knives but only the top ranges are made in Germany, some come from Spain and others from China and Taiwan. I suspect the International range comes from China. I have this knife – it works well – but when I put it against a WMF Spitzenklasse Chef’s Knife I see the difference. The blade is thinner, the bolster smaller, and the weight appreciably less.
I like to feel some weight in this knife so I can balance it when chopping, so i tend towards heavier knives. I would love a Wuesthof but price is forbidding, and so the Henckels International is a good option.
Wikipedia has a piece on Henckels worth reading
Rating: 4 / 5
The Leek is a wonderful knife, but its sword-like point is subject to breakage. (Throwing the knife into a wooden target will invariably break the tip–which is what happened to two of my Leeks!) Fortunately, Kershaw lives up to its lifetime guarantee policy and quickly replaced both of my broken knives with brand-new ones, no questions asked. I just shipped them the knife, explaining what happened, and a week later got back a new knife.
The knife itself opens beautifully, though I’ve found that the liner lock sometimes sticks and isn’t that easy to depress with one hand.
Rating: 4 / 5
The quality of this knife is almost as nice as the German made Henckels. For the money it’s OK. I personally feel that the handle is way too heavy. …
Rating: 3 / 5
I have purchased several of these knives. What happens is that I take one deer hunting and all of my buddies want one so I sell the one I have and buy some more. This knife holds and edge very well and can be sharpen to a razor’s edge! It is very sturdy and smooth. I particularly like the secondary lock that keeps the knife closed when in a pant pocket. Nice touch Kershaw!
Rating: 5 / 5
no complaints, no praises…other than it cuts bread. When I shopped, this seemed like the best priced bread knife. It works perfectly, but if there’s cheaper out there…unless you’re set on the looks of this one, get the cheaper one. They’re bread knives – they have to be very good to do what they’re supposed to do.
Rating: 5 / 5
It worked nicely for the first week, and then all the screws in the handle fell off. I had to superglue the belt clip back on also because it’s screws started loosening up. Don’t buy.
Rating: 1 / 5
This is a very nice knife, it opens very fast and is extremely sharp. The only thing I don’t like about it is that the tip of the blade is very thin and can snap easily, mine snapped a couple of weeks after I bought it, it is definitely not a knife for rough use. Other than that it is an awesome knife!
Rating: 4 / 5
I really like this knife, also the price was really good, but when I opened the package the knife was a kind of scratched on the red part.
Rating: 3 / 5
After owning several knives with 4″+ blades, I decided it was time for a knife a little smaller, but still with a somewhat aggressive design. Based on price, shape, and reviews, this Leek was the best option. When I first got it, I was a little disappointed because the spring assist often failed to open the blade all the way (the spring is only in effect from about 40º to 95º of being opened. However, after a couple days of opening and closing it, the knife got broken in and it now opens completely every time.
I know this isn’t a permanent quality about the knife so usually I wouldn’t mention it, but this knife is SHARP! I have an unused current model Spyderco Edura which is downright dull by comparison. The tip is also the sharpest I’ve ever seen on a knife. The downside to this is it’s rather delicate, and I broke a small bit of the tip off within the first week, but it’s really only noticeable under a microscope and it still has the sharpest point I’ve seen.
The pocket clip comes attached for point down carry, which is opposite of many higher-end folders. Using a T6 torx bit, the clip can be switched for point up carry (cannot switch right and left side though). However, I felt this knife was better suited for point down carry- one of the reasons being that for point up, much more of the knife is exposed above the pocket. The frame lock is solid and great. There is a safety tab at the point end of the frame that slides over the tip of the blade to keep it from opening. I keep this in the disengaged position though. You may have to tighten the torx screw on this safety to keep it from accidentally sliding back into the safe position.
Rating: 5 / 5
This thing is great. Used to I had to pitch a loaf or two because my butter knife’s serrated edge just didn’t cut it. Then I found this low cost alternative, and pow my bread is sliced up like a bowel full of jelly. Also, the O.J. Simpson case knife styling is not hard to tell. I often think of myself as O.J. as I slice my helpless bread loaf victims to shreds.
Rating: 5 / 5
when i first got this knife(i ordered the two knifes)good price like 13 bucks for both of them well i opened the box and i was impressed they were in good condition when i first got them they were fairly sharp and sturdy and theyre pretty big to but after about a month they both started breakin down and i didnt do any cutting with them i just carried them around well any ways the screws that held the knife in place started comin lose i had to actually replace the screws the knives became wobbily and the the little support screw that held it in place to not fold back just fell out of nowhere i had to replace that to…..well i think theyre good knives if u keep tighten it and make sure everythings nice and tight theyre good knives for the price for camping or any rough cutting it can probably do the job just make sure its sturdy
Rating: 3 / 5
Big D on
November 12th, 2009 1:54 pm
Check out eknifeworks.com, they carry a bunch of quality brands for good prices. I own knives from CRKT, SOG, Smith&Wesson, Buck,and Cold Steel to name a few. I can easily say they are all great knives, work well and all hold wickedly sharp edges.With decent care most of these knives will last a very long time.
E.S.Kimo on
November 12th, 2009 1:56 pm
Buy a low priced carbon steel knife for use in the field, chances are you are going to lose it anyway. If Opinel knives are available where you live, buy one, any size that suits you, make sure it is carbon steel though. Stainless knives look nice, but are difficult to sharpen and do not hold the edge for long in my experience. I have an Opinel in every hunting jacket pocket, the usual procedure is to use one to gut a rabbit, deer etc. stick it in the ground and forget to pick it up. I would say that $45 is too much to spend on a working knife, Opinels sell here in the UK for around $15-$20, depending on size. Buy two !
I did not purchase this knife from amazon, but I *do* own the knife and carry it with me daily. I purchased it after a buddy of mine bought one for use in the military as a utility-knife, and I saw how well it performed for him. It is a beautiful, sleek knife that can stand up to some pretty harsh use. The flat blade makes it easy to sharpen. The assist opening is fast, and sturdy – you’ll be amazed that it isn’t an Italian-stiletto switchblade with how fast it is (thanks in part to the finger-pull tab section of the blade that you use to open the knife). There is no wobbling of the blade when its open. The only real issue that I’ve seen so far was that the safety latch can get loose over time, but that is easily fixed with a torx driver. The 3″ blade makes it legal to carry for regular use as a pocket knife. If you need a small, light, sturdy knife that’s great for utility work, camping, and pretty much anything else you can think of, this knife will not disappoint.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have one and it’s light and makes a good all around work knife.
If it get dull trash the blade and insert another one.
It takes normal box knife blades that you can get anywhere.
I got mine at Wal-Mart for around $10.00.
D58
Hunting with Rifle, Pistol, Muzzle loader and Bow for over 3 decades.
Reloading Rifle, Pistol and shotgun for over 3 decades.
This is a great knife. Closed, this folding knife is five and a half inches long, one and a half inches wide, and a third of an inch thick. It fits easily into a pocket or a pocket book. Open, the blade is four inches long. It weighs about as much as a ceramic coffee cup.
I read other comments about the Matrix Knife being hard to open. The package came today and out
of the box, new and not used, I put it into my right hand and snapped my wrist outwards to the right, and
it snapped open and locked in the blink of a eye. It felt good in my hand. It is a real knife.
I put pressure on the back of the knife and it was secure and tightly locked. The design is well
thought out. If you were attacked by a cougar in the mountains, the blade would be in your hands
within a second, and the edge of the sharp part of the blade closest to your hand has a blood drip line, so your will not get blood on yourself or soil your clothes. The drip zone is the serrated part of the blade which is curved. Just think of the Gurkha blade design and look at one of those knifes on Amazon.com.. That Gurkha Knife has a blood drip notch also on the inner curve and close to the handle. They call that knife a Khukuri.
The Khukuri look very similar to the Spartan Sword used by the troops of Alexander The Great.
The Matrix has stainless 440 CHINA stamped on the blade. It is a quality product. I would buy it again.
This knife is of excellent value both in price and quality. As with other items from the OXO Professional line of cutlery it has proven to be a very useful and versatile knife in prep work for the kitchen.
Rating: 5 / 5
bobbo342 on
November 12th, 2009 3:16 pm
Smith and Wesson SWAT folders. I got mine about 3 years ago and it has never failed me. I chose that over Cold Steel and I love Cold Steel. I got my S&W for about 40 dollars. The larger one. My buddy picked up the serrated one for about the same price. http://myknifestore.net/sw-knives-c-35.html has them for 33.00. Good luck
For $15.32, it is a steal for such a fine OXO product. I ordered two, one for myself and one for my brother.
Rating: 5 / 5
Doc Hudson on
November 12th, 2009 4:12 pm
Ace you are asking a lot for minimal outlay of greenbacks.
My favorite folding knife is a Buck M-110 Folding Hunter, followed by K-Bar, and Columbia River Knife & Tool folding knives.
Try Atlanta Cutlery, and Smokey Mountain Knifeworks sites.
Doc
CIH(Ret) on
November 12th, 2009 4:14 pm
My preference is Cold Steel but I don’t know if they make a folder for under $45. Smith and Wesson makes a great knife for under $45. Just be sure that you stick with carbon steel blades and, whatever you do, DO NOT get a serrated blade. They are a pain in the butt to work with and are extremely difficult to sharpen properly. They may be OK for cutting rope or such things but as a hunting knife, I can tell you that they really suck. I know, I have one and it spends all its days in a box at home. I will never take it into the woods and I don’t have the heart to give it to a friend. Before ordering any knife, be sure to actually handle one and look it over carefully to be sure that it is the size that you want; too large and it will become uncomfortable to carry in your pocket, too small and it won’t do the job. Does the handle fit your hand comfortably? Does the blade open and close smoothly? Is the handle material something that can stand up to actual use in the woods or is it just for show? Will the handle get slippery when you get blood on it and become a dangerous thing ready to slice open your hand? You can do this at the better sporting goods stores, knife shops, or knife and gun shows. As for the best place to find a good knife on line, I don’t know which place is best. Just search around and see who has the best prices.
I bought this and have had it for a month now. When I received it, I was disappointed because the blade was not sharp at all. I had to sharpen it myself. Also, the blade is hard to unfold and I have to apply a lot pressure to release the blade. If I were to be attacked by a criminal, I wouldnt have time to open the blade in time to defend myself. Other than that, I liked the size of it, but thats about it.
Rating: 3 / 5
Well i was looking for a good knife for a brunch i was having. I was making locs and stake. I tryed 2 other knifes but they just couldn’t cut it. So before giving up i gave it one last try. It cuts anything like a hot knife thourgh butter. It saved me and it can save you too. If yor looking for a high quilty peice of cookware this is it.
Rating: 5 / 5
I’d agree with most other reviews – the handle is nice and the blade chops food. But it does feel like a $15 knife – don’t expect a Sabatier for this price. The metal feels too light for me (weight does help chopping veg), and there’s a roughness to the blade’s edge that doesn’t feel ‘high quality’ to me.
So it’s OK, but I’ll probably spend a bit more on a different brand when this gets blunt.
Rating: 3 / 5
kuntryguyy on
November 12th, 2009 5:09 pm
Can’t help ya there, but ya gots a nice avatar!!! LOL
junior on
November 12th, 2009 5:18 pm
I prefer a fixed blade simply due to easy clean up after use.
Let me start off by saying this is one of the biggest folders you’ll ever see. If you’re wanting an EDC (every day carry) blade look elsewhere because in my humble opinion its a bit on the large side for that. However it is a nice knife for some rough work not necessarily because it’s tough (its not flimsy either) but because its so cheap. I used mine as a pry tool to pull up some bricks in my yard. Of course I broke the tip off but for twelve bucks it performed pretty well. This knifes greatest strength is its price. You know you only paid twelve bucks for it so your not afraid to use it roughly. I know when I buy “rough use” knives for 70 bucks I’m actually afraid to go and use it roughly because I don’t want to have thrown 70 bucks away. It’s not a bad buy really, nothing special, just a larger than average folder. 3 stars.
Rating: 3 / 5
I LOVE THIS KNIFE!!!! Actually I have at lease six of the OXO knives and I love them all. They are lightweight and sharp which makes them a breeze to use. The no-slip grip is amazing even when your hand is covered with butter. It doesn’t slip. In addition OXO offers 100% satisfaction guarantee. I had one break away from the handle and they replaced it FREE OF CHARGE even after I told them the knife was 8 years old. This is a can’t miss product from a can’t miss company. I highly recommend these knives.
Rating: 5 / 5
Spector_Ray on
November 12th, 2009 6:16 pm
A few years ago, my wife bought me a Kodi-Pak for Father’s day. It consists of a fixed blade knife w/guthook, a caping knife and saw all in a nice leather carrying case with belt loop. They all have rubber checkered handles to aid in gripping when things get messy and they keep their edge well. It was one of the best gifts I ever received and I never go hunting without it. You can buy them at places like Cabelas or Bass Pro or get it cheaper at ebay.
River on
November 12th, 2009 6:27 pm
Folders are handier to wear on your belt (especially if you’re in and out of a vehicle a lot) and safer (if you fall on one) and highlt popular. Fixed-blade knives are stronger and easier to clean. You’re likely to get a somewhat better fixed-blade knife for the same amount of money as a folder because they’re cheaper to make. Personally, I’ve always used fixed blades.
Dan on
November 12th, 2009 7:04 pm
For starters don’t get a knife with a gut hook waste of time and money….
As for fixed or folder I’d suggest getting one that feels good in your hand… Don’t limit to one blade or another go by how it feels when you handle it.. Thats the important factor, and the type of blade.. As long as it feels good when your skinning and works thats what you should do.
It looks like a lower quality product from J.A. Henckels. The knife is heavier and thicker than I expected. Not much to say about this product.
Rating: 3 / 5
charlsyeh on
November 12th, 2009 7:14 pm
i have used many brands. knives of alaska were the worst.they break extremely easy.they are way over priced also.thes best is the buck alpha hunter with a gut hook. they are very sturdy and made really well. they come at a great price also.
—-retired texas deputy sheriff—-
Excellent knife for working with vegetables, potatoes, chicken, meats or cold cuts, etc. Blade stays sharp and regains its edge quickly with a few strokes on a steel. Handle is comfortable and ballance is great. I especially like it as I have rather large hands and the knife is comfortable to hold and operate. It is well made and has held up well.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a Buck knife. Anyone who knows knives, know that this will last for your lifetime, and probably your kids’ lives.
I got my first Buck knife, an alpha-hunter: Buck 277 Folding Alpha Hunter, Rosewood Handle, Liner Lock Folding Knife with Leather Sheath, from my father in law for my birthday, and will be handing it down to my children.
I bought this knife for my best friend for his birthday. It is a great knife, and I would recommend Buck Knives to anyone looking for a good hunting knife.
Rating: 4 / 5
i was hesitant to buy this knife. I am glad i did. it is sharp out of the box, as all Gerber knives are. feels good in your hands and i have very large hands, so this is a bonus for anyone with large hands. i like the straight edge, it has been difficult to find a nice fulltang blade w/out serrations. nice knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
Best non automatic knife on the market, Kershaw manufactures an EXCELLENT blade. Its the only knife I carry except for my Boker Auto. (For dress up occasions )
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is ninja. Definitely a man’s pocket knife…sharp out of the box, lighting fast speed assist, solid lock-out, and ready to go. I did the free super-saver shipping and got it sooner than expected. Instructions to operate and maintain simple and with correct sharpening method included. Fits very nice in pocket side with clip (reversible also). I carry this knife all the time and I can’t hear other people talking because of the sound of how awesome this knife is.
Rating: 5 / 5
I purchased this knife as a more “traditional” pocket knife to carry on certain occasions. It is honestly a bit heavy for pocket carry, because it is sturdy and thick; however, that is why a sheath also comes with it. Regardless, I am very happy with my purchase, and would recommend Buck Knives to anyone who would want a quality knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
a great knife!!!! it has a great weight and a nice balance. very sharp and stays that way for a long time. very reliable and has a durable sheath too. would recommend it fr any outdoorsman as a utility knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have been looking at this knife for a while a now and finally received it as a gift. This knife is as good as I hoped it would be as it feels very sturdy and well made, and also relatively light. I love the clip that is on the knife, which makes it easy to slide it onto my pocket. This knife carries very well and not very noticeable in your pocket. The knife as a whole is very thin and does not take up too much room in your pocket either. These knives are made in the U.S.A. and done so with quality. This is the best feeling knife I have seen in a long time. The spring loaded blade opens with ease using only one finger. The blade is out quick, and also locks in place very nicely. The blade is very sturdy and very sharp. All in all I am very pleased with the knife and I am happy to finally have a knife that I actually like to carry around with me.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great knife and love its size! Handle is perfect for good grip, and it has a slight weigh in it for stability while using. Not too big, not too small, just perfect for many different foods. OXO rules!
Rating: 5 / 5
The product met my expectations and it has really been a pleasure doing business with this seller through Amazon! – Great product by the way!
Rating: 5 / 5
I ordered this and 6 other similar knives that have sets under $200 and are well reviewed.
pros: I have to say for the price, after a good sharpening, its an excellent blade, it appears Cast or Forged, though its sold on some sites as Stamped, the shoulder has no joint so it would need to be stamped from 1/2″ or bigger stock, so might as well be forged as it is thick and sturdy. its held the edge well, it came fairly sharp, but a little work in a simple sharpener made it almost perfect. handle is super comfy.
I like alot about it, its been run through the dishwasher a few times, no rust, or spots, If you are going to use in the dishwasher, use a heated dry cycle or remove immediately to wipe dry, we are using Electrasol all in 1 Gelpacs, 1 or 2 per load depending on whats in there.
Cons: the rubbery handles may be a food/water trap, only time will tell on that one, they appear fairly snug, but pliable, i’ve been keeping an eye on it and its not been an issue so far but I’d suspect the dishwasher forcing water up there with soap in it will cause rust eventually. just my opinion though. if you plan to hand wash, I wouldn’t be too concerned, because its a tight enough setup that this won’t be an issue in hand washing.
Rating: 4 / 5
It’s a Buck and a keeper. The gold coloring wears off quickly but this is a great knife. Heavy duty, I’ve had knives break or fall apart on me lately. Gerbers and such, but the Buck is where it’s at. The price is nice as well.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this knife to use while hunting or camping. I like the size and general design of this knife. It has a very solid feel. I’m just not happy with the edge it has from the factory. I guess Buck has spoiled me with their out of box sharpness. Would have given this knife a solid five stars had it not needed sharpening right out of the package. I just don’t like the idea of having to sharpen a brand new knife.
Rating: 3 / 5
Placing the order was super simple and we were able to track it once the shipping process began. It arrived in perfect condition, with a super sharp blade and it also came with a sheath, which we were not expecting. Excellent service!
Rating: 5 / 5
mike_gov on
November 13th, 2009 12:45 am
The problem with the butterfly knives is that they can be opened with one hand – which is what makes them illegal.
I bought this knife for my son, the deer hunter, for Christmas. He used it a few weeks later. He called to tell me how great the knife was. He said it was so sharpe he hardly had to touch the “poor” deer and it cut right away.
Rating: 4 / 5
budaboy on
November 13th, 2009 12:50 am
There are many places that they are illegal. In some places just owning them can get you in trouble and in others carrying them. It is sad that people who have no real idea about knives and their uses make the laws based on irrational fears and bad information. The American Knife and Tool Institute is always fighting for our rights to use and carry our tools and knives. If you get a chance check them out. Different places classify knives differently and it makes it very hard to follow the law at times. It would be a good idea to check your state and local laws to make sure you are not in violation. Sometimes the definitions used to describe knives are so far off it is scary. A Butterfly or Balisong as it should be referred to is a kinetic opening knife and requires a distinct and precise series of movements to open. It is not a gravity knife in truth but many jurisdictions refer to them as such other jurisdictions have a category just for them.. Any knife can be opened one handed for the most part with just a little practice and being able to open a knife one handed is sometimes a very useful if not lifesaving ability. Spyderco Knives can be opened with one hand due to their Spyder-hole in the blade(pat.) This in no way makes the knife any more or less dangerous but it sure does make it a lot easier to use when your hands are full. If the laws in your area are poor may I suggest trying to change them with education and honesty. The funny thing is most people do not even understand the use of a balisong and if they did they would understand that they actually have many non-lethal movements in self-defense. The AKTI has a web sight and is always happy to help educate and legislate to make the knife laws sane and safe for all of us. I hope this helps and if I can be of any further help please let me know. Best Wishes and Happy Holidays to all.
stabchopboom on
November 13th, 2009 12:57 am
they constitute a gravity knife because centrifugal force is what opens them(i know that is stupid, but so are all laws that restrict what we can carry to keep the political gods in check). the anti-knife lobby reasons that it takes skill to open one, and anyone who is willing to learn that skill is too dangerous to have access to that skill. just like switchblades. they reasoned that anyone who planned on only having one hand available to open their knife, they must plan on grappling before using it, it was propagated by the tulsa riot’s of the 50’s, and pop culture of the time, but switch blades were originally life saving devices issued to our paratroopers in case they were caught in trees or such, and only had use of one hand. they could still cut themselves down. by the way, any pocketknife, with or without a thumbstud, if it can be opened with a flick of the wrist, whether it is due to a mechanical failure of the pivot or tampering, is considered a gravity knife. heck, in Kalifornia, if you leave a pocketknife open because it’s dirty or covered in battery acid, you have just inadvertantly forged a “dirk” or dagger. our government hates us. they will take away our rights. the right to a speedy and fair trial was the first to die. illegal searches and seisures is next. then the right to bear arms. after that, our most sacred right, our first amendment, will fall in the wake of tyranny and “what’s best for the less fortunate”
These knives are sharp enough to make thin easy slices in vegetables, but not so sharp that a clumsy cutter will risk their fingers with every chop. That’s just the right amount of edge for me! They also look and feel cool and are easy to clean. They are especially good for things like tomatoes.
Rating: 5 / 5
Even if you already have a few knifes, this one is worth getting. In overall appearance this blade and scabbard are even better than I was expecting. I sense that whoever designed these put a lot of thought and pride into both. The hard rubber-like handle is an usually comfortable fit for my hand, which is more the hand of an office worker than someone who does heavy labor. And the blade is somewhat like a shortened version of a Sykes Fairborn dagger, but even better in the way its painted surface is already sharpened, so you won’t have to risk scratching it as I did when I tried to improve the edge on my Sykes Fairborn. I was also pleased to realize that there’s a convenient lanyard hole in the handle. Smith & Wesson was willing to put their name on this, and they were right to do so.
Rating: 5 / 5
A beautiful blade. Strong, sharp (needs some work), and endlessly useful. Fun to carry around, great for party tricks. Sheath is very easy to open with one hand, metal clip holds firm to clothing and whatnot. Go to work with a diamond dust sharpener and make yourself a double edged razor with a wicked point. Excellent knife for the price.
Rating: 4 / 5
Nothing more to say, it’s a great boot knife. Love the blade, love the handle, I guess I’d rather the sheath have a loop rather than a clip because a clip can slip off, but for this price I couldn’t ask for anything more.
Rating: 5 / 5
After looking through many of the other ceramic knives out there, I decided to give this set a shot… and thank god I did. The ceramic blades cut through food like nothing, and the best part of it was that I got three knives basically for the price of one by other manufacturers! What a great purchase I recommend this product to anyone and everyone!
Rating: 5 / 5
I have been adding to my Global knife collection throughout my life as I could afford them. Then I recently received one of these knives as a gift. I was immediately sold on them and quickly snatched up this 3-piece set. I still cannot believe the price. Highly recommended.
Rating: 5 / 5
Although I’m a Wusthof man, I’ve never been disappointed by a Victorinox/Forschner knife, and this bread knife is no exception. The perfect length, it’s one of the sharpest ones in the block. It can also double as a turkey knife. The handle feels good, even in large hands. Strongly recommended for both quality and value.
Rating: 5 / 5
To be short: this knife is awesome.. I would wear it on my pants all the time if I could. Well built, sharp and dangerous if you dont know how to handle this kind of knife. Highly recommended.
Rating: 5 / 5
The common theme that I’ve noticed is that everyone talks about how great a deal it is for 3 ceramic knives and I can’t agree more.
A few months ago, I got this as a gift for my parents and they love them. They always mentioned how they wanted to buy ceramic knives. I looked around and had sticker shock as most brands were way out of my budget! When I saw the price for this 3 piece set, I decided, why not? And I am glad I bought them!
Whenever I come to their house they rave about how easy it is to cut fruits and vegetables, and that they have not yet needed to sharpen them yet.
The white ceramic blade makes it look like some futuristic material, very unlike the steel knives and the handles are designed to be ergonomic — a pleasure to hold and use!
Highly recommend!
Rating: 5 / 5
CM77 on
November 13th, 2009 7:06 am
Take the sharp end, stick it in the other person. Hope that he doesnt pull a gun when you pull a knife….I’m just kidding around with you. Are you intrested in knife fighting for fun, or for self defense? Because when it comes down to it, if someone is really out to hurt you with a knife, you won’t see the blade until it’s too late. And if you plan to use a knife to attack someone, expect to go to jail. Never in my life seen two people pull out knives and duel in the middle of the street. But if it does happen, I suspect both participants will wind up in the hospital, or more likely dead. Knives are good to carry. I carry several myself, and by just showing them to potential attackers, it’s scared them off. My advice, find a good knife and get comfortable carrying it and deploying it quickly. There are not many “professional” knife fighters out there, and if you are minding your own buisness in broad daylight, I don’t think you’re very likely to be stabbed at random. If you want to learn a traditional knife fighting system for your own personal enrichment, have at it. But for everyday situations, just find a good self defense course that teaches you how to handle a knife attack, just in case you can’t run away. Which is always the best option when someone pulls a blade on you.
This knife was cheap enough that I didn’t even buy it for any specific reason… I think this knife is such a great value that anyone should own one! While it seems to be an extremely well-made product, it looks rough enough that I won’t cry if I drop it on the ground. In fact, I would probably even use it for practice as a throwing knife! The handle grip is not slippery at all, the blade is sharp as hell, and very easy to sharpen once it gets dull. The sheet is made completely out of leather, with a firm metal clip to hold it to your boot. The clip will certainly keep the knife in place unless you pull it off on purpose. The clip that holds the knife in the sheath is quite secure, but also easy to open and close with one finger.
This knife is a great all-around survival/outdoors knife! Totally recommended!
Rating: 5 / 5
We bought this based on a recommendation (of the longer 10″ version) from America’s Test Kitchen. We bake our own bread (dough produced from a Panasonic SD-YD205 breadmaker) and this knife cuts through the loaves almost like they were butter! After a little initial resistance requiring a sawing motion to get through the top crust, I can “slice” the bread by merely applying some downward force, with hardly any sawing motion required.
This is only the second bread knife we’ve owned; it replaced a Farberware (I think – the name has rubbed off by now) we bought for $10 at a Lechter’s store about 11 years ago. The difference is amazing. With the Farberware (even when it was new) slicing a loaf required a considerable sawing motion and downward pressure. This Victorinox is just so much easier, even when the bread is fresh out of the oven and the crust is very hard and crispy.
The blade is thinner and lighter than the Farberware as well. The thinness makes it a little easier to use with the Cherry Bread Slicer as the blade fits more easily into the knife slot.
I’ve previously read that a bread knife should be heavy to help in cutting even slices, but even without the bread slicer, I can cut relatively straight slices. In fact, if I’d had this knife before I bought the slicer, I might not have purchased it.
Rating: 5 / 5
The Buck 105 Pathfinder Fixed Blade Knife was everything my guy was hoping for – this knife exceeds his expectations. Amazon’s service was great.
Rating: 5 / 5
What great service! Product was exactly as described. Shipping was fast. Thank you for everything! I will definitely be doing business with you again! A+++++
Rating: 5 / 5
It comes very sharp, and keeps an edge fairly well (really well for this price range. 420HC Stainless).
Some things I like include:
* The entire knife (including handle) is black oxide coated 420 stainless. Non-reflective. Strong handle. Still relatively light-weight. I especially like how this means the base of the closed knife can be used as a glass breaker, if needed. Also, if needed for self defense, the closed knife/glass breaker can bring a whole new meaning to the phrase “knife punch.” The base of the handle is well designed for channeling a lot of force into a small area.
* Fairly easy to open, for not having assisted open. I can start to open the knife with the thumb studs, and flick it open the rest of the way. The second knife I purchased came a little “stickier” than the first, but this can be fixed either with a Torx screwdriver and/or some WD-40
* Extremely well balanced (again, relative to price range). On the handle, the grip is divided into two parts: one for the forefinger, the rest for the other fingers. At the base of where the forefinger goes, this knife balances almost perfectly. The closed knife is also balanced (vertically, when held from the blade pivot-point, if that makes any sense at all).
* In-Line “liner” lock
* Easy to get a good grip on the knife
Some things I don’t like:
* Difficult to find when lost in a field of grass near volleyball courts, due to non-reflective nature of the product. =[
* On the second of my two, one of the two screws holding the blade in place fell out, but I’m pretty sure that’s because I over-loosened it.
I have purchased two of these knives, and will soon purchased a third (I lost the first and broke the second), and might even by two at once to have as a spare. GREAT BUY FOR AN EVERYDAY KNIFE.
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is sleek, sharp and light. The belt clip is strong. Vary rugged knife. One tiny complant, it’s a little stiff on the opening. Kinda hard to flick open, but over all a soild knife.
Rating: 4 / 5
Does what it’s supposed to do, cuts bread. Not everything for sale actually does what it’s supposed to, so that is worth saying. It’s up to Victorinox standards and the price is reasonable. Enough said.
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife feels great in your hand. The blade is razor sharp. It comes with a sheath that can be attached to belt. The handle of the knife is has the just the right contour for a comfortable grip. I will have this knife for many years to come.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have purchased many knives and knife sets only to be terribly disappointed in their quality and ability to remain sharp. Before making this purchase, I did my research on several different websites- this brand of knife was rated very highly. The price is quite reasonable and the quality is that of a much more expensive knife. I definitely would recommend this product. You can pay more for others knives or names but why? This knife performs.
Rating: 5 / 5
I picked this knife up for $20 at WalMart while looking for a cheap knife to use for general yard work. It is an exceptionally good value. The knife is sturdy, holds an edge well, and sharpens nicely. Balance is good and the handle is comfortable and grips well. This is important to me because it gets muggy and hot in S. Florida and perspiration can make a cheap handle very dangerous.
I use this knife extensively in my yard to do everything including trimming palms, opening coconuts, slicing up mangoes, clearing vines and woody stems along my fence, and even chopping down some nuisance saplings.
It was only recently that I tried to replace it and realized that I can’t find it for less than $45 :O. But even at that price, I’m still getting another.
Rating: 5 / 5
My dad bought me my first hunting knife 30 years ago–it was a Buck Pathfinder. It had served me well for several years until I lost it. It was an easy decision to buy another Buck Pathfinder. It came to me sharp and ready to use with the same quality as my first. It also comes in a nice, quality leather sheath that will keep your knife looking great for years to come. I HIGHLY recommend this great knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great knife for the money. I bought it for the size and the gut hook. The gut hook wasn’t as sharp as I would have liked it to be. But overall the knife worked well on the Black Tail deer I harvested last fall in Kodiak.
Why spend $200+ on a knife when you don’t use it very often??
Rating: 4 / 5
I bought this knife a while back and am happy with it. It’s very sharp out of the box and extremely durable. The rubber handle feels great and won’t slip in your hand at all. Overall it is a good knife that I’d say is very reasonably priced.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is a very versatile knife and has an especially good grip and weight. The avid hunter will love this. Ladies, if you don’t know which one to give Hubby, I recommend this one.
Rating: 5 / 5
I am a soldier curently serving in Iraq and can say without a doubt this is one tough knife. I have used it as a knife, a hammer, and a pry bar among other things and it can take it all and then some.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have heard a lot how people say how this knife is really sharp. Well, my knife has some problems with the straight part after the curve and before the serrations. It is dull. Not even sharp enough to break the skin under moderate pressure while rubbing (yes, I tried this to test the sharpness).
The tip is like a pin though. It is sharp. The curve is also really sharp, like a razor. The serrations are also decent, but some parts are sharper than others. I don’t know if my knife just has a defect, but it does not hold up to the hype. But then again, I have high standards for sharp.
It is however VERY well built, fits comfortably in the hand, well balanced, and can definitely do some damage to anything that comes in its way.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is as close to a liner-lock version of the classic “pen knife” that one is likely to find. In such a role, shaving down pencil tips and opening packages, it functions well. However, this is not a rough-and-ready one-handed opener like my inelegant but eminently practical Smith and Wesson tanto, despite the thumb stud that is intended to enable such operations. The problem is that the old-fashioned, polished handle causes the knife to slip in your hand as you open and close it, necessitating that you pay some care lest you suffer an unfortunate stab wound. This is what happened to my middle finger, which erupted in an alarming shade of crimson during the testing phase. For this reason, I think I would prefer a Zytel-type plastic handle that affords a better grip but won’t chew through your pockets as a knurled metal one would if carried daily in one’s pocket. A belt clip would also be nice, especially as I had assumed at the time of purchase that it was equipped with one.
All told, this is a lovely, well-constructed pen knife, great for common tasks, but unlike the larger and more ergonomic liner-locks, you’re gonna need a band-aid if you get sloppy with it.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is an impressive knife. The blade is a good length for a hand to hand combat knife. Too long for practical tool use and too small for taking down trees. Just like advertised, this knife is what I would grab when I hear something go bump in the night. Perfect size to compliment your sidearm.
I do wish both sides of the blade arrived sharpened. The black finish on my blade scratched very easily, but the blade does stay reasonably sharp with use.
Oh yeah, this is most likely illegal to carry in your state, so don’t leave it laying around in your car or EDC on your person.
Rating: 5 / 5
lillyroo54 on
November 13th, 2009 8:18 pm
There is a sales magazine called Smokey mountain. It has every kind of knife you would ever want.
I was very disappointed by the performance of this knife. Moisture, in general, sticks to the blade and produces more friction than that of a metallic knife when you’re cutting into something. This particular model is meant for vegetables and fruits, but my cheapo Ikea 365 has a much smoother cut.
The blade is also easily damaged. For example, you can’t wash this in the dishwasher or apply blunt force to the edge (ex: crushing garlic). You really have to baby it.
Ceramic just isn’t that great of a material for knives. I would not recommend buying this or any other ceramic knives.
Rating: 1 / 5
I was very inpressed with this knife, very classy and the stainless steel is awesome. Made to the true Buck standards.
Rating: 5 / 5
borgmstr on
November 13th, 2009 9:03 pm
Find your best choices by getting an issue of Wood Carving Illustrated at your local bookstore. Besides the great tips, plans and techniques for wood carving, there are a number of vendors with websites.
Kyocera Revolution Series 7 Inch Professional Chef’s Knife, Black Blade
My oldest son’s wife told me that he wanted a ceramic knife for Christmas. I had never heard of such a thing. I found it on Google & purchased it on Amazon.com.It’s supposed to be sharper and longer lasting than a metal knife. Who would have thunk it?
My son was very pleased with the knife and used it to carve the holiday turkey.
Rating: 5 / 5
WOW! is all I can really say about this exceptional piece of art! From the instant I opened the box, I knew I had something special here! First off, This knife is made just heavy enough to feel absolutely rock hard, yet light enough that it doesn’t pull your pants off when attached to your belt.
The smell alone is an almost-sensuous experience. It smells vaguely of polished gun, or gun oil; also of pure testosterone incarnate!
The sheath included with it was more than I expected and was more than adequate for the knife.
Also, having only viewed this knife on [...], I had not realized just how big this knife is! IT’S HUGE!!
This is a smaller knife (the blade is under 4.5cm), and is pretty thin. The small size makes opening it one-handed a bit tricky, but it is possible. It is a frame-lock, so closing it one-handed is also hard but possible.
I love the mirror finish of the handle and blade. It has a rough area near the blade on the handle around the joint, but aside from that everything on this knife is a smooth mirror finish. The back side of the handle (opposite where the blade goes into the handle) has a black plastic spacer between the metal halves of the handle.
There is no keychain or lanyard hole, and the black plastic spacer means that you can’t put a string around one of the screws either.
Overall a very nice looking smaller pocketknife.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is my 2nd ceramic knife. I like it for cutting lettuce and romaine as it is large enough to cut up a head of lettuce. My other ceramic knife is smaller and not as easy to use on something that large. It is great on tomatoes and other fruit and vegetables. I also use it on grapefruit and oranges.
Rating: 4 / 5
Looks to be a great knife. I have yet to put it through it’s paces, but I’m impressed so far. Out of the box the blade is razor(seriously) sharp. The handle is very comfortable and it has a good balance. My only reservation is with the sheath, seems a little flimsy. I would prefer a kydex sheath, but don’t think a factory one is available yet. This one won’t fit the other model sheaths as the blade is wider. overall, I’m very happy with it.
Rating: 4 / 5
I looked at dozens of knives before I chose this one. It was one of the only ones with a solid, flat butt that could be used as a hammer if needed. The partial serration is great for cutting fibrous materials, and the grip feels natural in my hand. The blade is a little bigger than I would like, 7″ would be better. I looked at the ’short fighter’ knife, but the grip was too small for my hand and I didn’t feel like I had good control. I was surprised at how sharp the factory edge is on this knife. The Kydex sheath doesn’t come with this model, instead it has a nylon/leather sheath. I can’t say yet how this will hold up to the elements, but I wish it had another tie-down on the blade end. It’s easy enough to make one, however. Overall, this is everything I expected it to be!
I’m a big fan of ceramic knives, as I feel they out perform any steel knives on the market.
Unlike many popular knives, such as Wusthof or Henkels, they weigh very little. Some people prefer heavier knives as they feel solid; I prefer them to be light, easy and fast to wield. These knives aren’t meant for boning, so you don’t need the weight. The ceramic blade will hold it’s edge way longer than any steel, and is very low maintenance. The worry about snapping, chipping or shattering the blade is less of an issue these days; don’t drop it on tile or pry with it and you should be fine.
The only drawback to ceramic knives as I see it is the feel of construction. While I have had no problems with any of mine (this or others that I’ve had a few years) the handle is usually hollow plastic. I like knives that have a bit more balance, with some sort of support going into the handle.
Aside from that, the knife looks great, works great, and will surprise you now only with how sharp it is, but how sharp it is after a year or two of use without sharpening.
Rating: 5 / 5
Chuck on
November 14th, 2009 1:36 am
No because there is only one of them in the game, once you sell it then you cannot get it back. Why are you using melee weapons anyway?
Ordered this for a friend at Christmas who just broke her expensive bread knife. She loves this one and it was much less than her original knife. Very nice weight, style, and sharp – great price – also, since it said Henckels, she never knew it wasn’t top of the line product.
Rating: 4 / 5
Great knives. Highest quality. I have a complete set and they are the best knives I have ever used.
Rating: 5 / 5
vanjonnyn on
November 14th, 2009 6:30 am
im guessin 18
Robert on
November 14th, 2009 6:41 am
dude R u stupid butterfly knifes are easy as hell, and don’t they have a better section for knife questions.
nathanandkandace on
November 14th, 2009 6:55 am
I’m not really sure if there is an age requirement in your state, but I know that almost anyone can buy a pocket knife. There are really no age requirements for knives like there are with firearms. If you’re looking for a good pocketknife, try a Case pocketknife. They come with a lifetime replacement warranty. They cost a little more than just a cheapie, but it’s really worth it. If you break a blade, they replace the whole knife for free, and they have many styles and colors to choose from.
I got this (and the set of synergy knives — different product) for my mom as a gift. If you can spend the money to get the twin series or better with Henckels, then go for it, but the Synergy line is a great second-rate knife that Henckels makes, as long as you avoid putting them in the dishwasher. I really don’t know why they bother using “dishwasher-safe*” as a selling point, since they don’t recommend it in the first place.
The blades will keep their sharpness, and the molded handles, even though they’re made of plastic, are dense and have some good heft to them, which I like in my knives.
Rating: 5 / 5
I was very disappointed by the performance of this knife. Moisture, in general, sticks to the blade and produces more friction than that of a metallic knife when you’re cutting into something. This particular model is meant for vegetables and fruits, but my cheapo Ikea 365 has a much smoother cut.
The blade is also easily damaged. For example, you can’t wash this in the dishwasher or apply blunt force to the edge (ex: crushing garlic). You really have to baby it.
Ceramic just isn’t that great of a material for knives. I would not recommend buying this or any other ceramic knives.
Rating: 1 / 5
christophtjhen@sbcglobal.net on
November 14th, 2009 7:16 am
dude…u just open it…its not that hard…
Good Ol' Florida Swamp Boy on
November 14th, 2009 7:35 am
I don’t think there really is any age requirements. Go to the place where you want to buy one and ask the salesmen.
Wulf on
November 14th, 2009 7:53 am
Buy a book from Fumio Demura on them and that will help you learn some basics, but there is nothing like a real living teacher!!
opening is not the real question i am sure you know how to do that, I think you mean more how do you use them properly opening and closing them as seen by experts. I own one and love playing with the knife.
Go to http://www.half.com or any book site and you can probably order his book.
Kyocera Revolution Series 7 Inch Professional Chef’s Knife, Black Blade
My oldest son’s wife told me that he wanted a ceramic knife for Christmas. I had never heard of such a thing. I found it on Google & purchased it on Amazon.com.It’s supposed to be sharper and longer lasting than a metal knife. Who would have thunk it?
My son was very pleased with the knife and used it to carve the holiday turkey.
Rating: 5 / 5
Glenn on
November 14th, 2009 8:25 am
just surf the net and compair sights, allthough he’s right nothing beats a live person training you
At first I was confused about this being a Gerber product. It turns out that this is a product made by Gerber, but doesn’t actually have ‘Gerber’ on the packaging. Other than that, great product. My husband seems to really love using the knife, and I’ve even used it to open up a few things like boxes and such. Seems really sturdy.
Rating: 4 / 5
Shienaran on
November 14th, 2009 8:54 am
Google the name Jeff Imada. He was one of the pioneers of Balisong training in the U.S. along with Edgar Sulite and Dan Inosanto, and published a lot of books and made videos on the subject.
This is my 2nd ceramic knife. I like it for cutting lettuce and romaine as it is large enough to cut up a head of lettuce. My other ceramic knife is smaller and not as easy to use on something that large. It is great on tomatoes and other fruit and vegetables. I also use it on grapefruit and oranges.
Rating: 4 / 5
This knife is one of the better foldable utility knives. The quality isn’t quite top notch but it serves its purpose and lasts a long time. I love it!
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is so close to perfect. Very light. Very easy blade release and awesome one handed opening. The only flaw is that the blade has come out a few times while I’ve been using it which could be a major issue. I may just have a defective one.
Rating: 3 / 5
I’m a big fan of ceramic knives, as I feel they out perform any steel knives on the market.
Unlike many popular knives, such as Wusthof or Henkels, they weigh very little. Some people prefer heavier knives as they feel solid; I prefer them to be light, easy and fast to wield. These knives aren’t meant for boning, so you don’t need the weight. The ceramic blade will hold it’s edge way longer than any steel, and is very low maintenance. The worry about snapping, chipping or shattering the blade is less of an issue these days; don’t drop it on tile or pry with it and you should be fine.
The only drawback to ceramic knives as I see it is the feel of construction. While I have had no problems with any of mine (this or others that I’ve had a few years) the handle is usually hollow plastic. I like knives that have a bit more balance, with some sort of support going into the handle.
Aside from that, the knife looks great, works great, and will surprise you now only with how sharp it is, but how sharp it is after a year or two of use without sharpening.
Rating: 5 / 5
3ntropy on
November 14th, 2009 1:41 pm
a switch blade is spring loaded. the one in the link is not. besides, switchblades on the internet are illegal for companies to sell, except in oregon where they are legal.
I have the original superknife and I bought this one because the original required you to remove a screw to replace the blade. This one has simplified the process. The thumb stud that opens the blade is also the unlocking mechanism for the blade. The only problem is that I’ve found that I accidentally push down on the stud, thereby releasing the blade, while I”m using the knife. I suggest going to Superkinfe’s website and buying one of the newer models in the hopes that they have corrected this little glitch.
Rating: 2 / 5
Was looking for a sharp easy to handle bread knife. This is a great knife. Stays sharp and allowes you to cut bread as thin as you want. Very inexpensive, but since using it I would have paid a lot more for it if I had to. Would reccomend this to anyone that makes homemade bread.
Rating: 5 / 5
Lisa B on
November 14th, 2009 2:31 pm
switch blade has 2 handles andis easyily flopped open with out pulling on it a folding knife usually has to be forced open and has a locking system when fully open then you unlock it and fold it
You can’t go wrong with any Shun knives. These are the sharpest knife I’ve ever seen. While I haven’t had it very long, I can tell I’ll have it for a lifetime!
Rating: 5 / 5
atarieofdoom on
November 14th, 2009 3:12 pm
switch blades are either one: spring loaded and shoot strait up….or 2: spring loaded and shoot out from a fixed point..i.e. in a 180 degree Manner.. either way…its spring loaded
Designs in Mind on
November 14th, 2009 3:32 pm
Folding knives fold and are opened manually. Switch blades pop out of the end of the handle with a button; you could stab someone by pressing it against them and pushing the button. This is why they are not legal. You don’t have to be very strong to do it. And those two-handled sort the second person mentioned? Those are called butterfly knives.
The blade in the picture appears to have a button, but it looks like a lock so the knife will not fold closed on your fingers while using it. I think it is a folding knife.
I am super unhappy with this purchase. I bought the knife that was on the amazon add because it was the right knife. I ordered it for my sons birthday because it was just like my knife and it was supposed to be a special gift him. You get the idea? It wasn’t the cheapest one available either. I could have gotten the one that arrived for alot cheaper if it was what I wanted. So basically, Amazon dropped the ball big time on my sons birthday present and I am likely to tell everyone that I can, ever chance I get how this has turned out to this point. Unless someone makes an effort to make it right. So far I have been ignored. Thanks for the opprotunity to tell about it.
Rating: 2 / 5
Well I will start off by saying that the nice lady who sent me this Knife too Canada charged me next too nothing and sent it air mail which she did out of purely great customer service. The knife arrived within the 3 days that the estimated arrival was expected to be and the box was undamaged. The knife is well.. its a Shun..that says it all but i will tell you this.. I ran it along my arm for a second just too find that it was shaved as close with one swipe as my face would be when i use a new mach 3 turbo blade. I folded over a rag 5 times so there was 10 layers of a semi-thick rag and with little too no effort this knife cut through all 10 layers and actually cut into the table. I would recommend not even sharpening this knife for 3 months and when u do be very careful not too damage this wonderful knifes edge.. 100% satisfied with The Handy House and the customer sevice I recieved from them. Will recommend them to anyone I know that wants a knife.. I look forward too doing more business over my career in the kitchen and years too come..Thanks Handy House.. Tim from Nanaimo BC Canada
Rating: 5 / 5
ca_surveyor on
November 14th, 2009 5:18 pm
First, sharpen your knife . Sharpening produces grit which can fall down in the hinge and creat friction, so lets get the sharpening out of the way.
Next..Use a bit of bleach to clean out the blood and such from inside. The bleach will break down the blood. There are other solvents that will do that too.
Next wash it with soap and water or just drop it in the dishwasher
Follow that up by a penetrating oil to clear out any dirt stuck to previous grease.
Ok.. those bolsters are brass.. a little brass polish will make them shine, and then spray them with a bit of laquer to reduce the future tarnish
Now wash it gently to get rid of any leftover cr*p and then either oil it up or use wd40 on the hinges and the lock release.
WIpe it all down with a clean paper towel and you are done.
The knife developed a very small chip along the blade which I wasn’t happy about.
This knie should be like my friend. A buddy for life. It just isn’t that. I dont know.. I can’t put my finger on it.
The index finger when you are holding it digs into corner. Look at the pic of the knife and you can see how square that corner is. Thus, it feels uncomfortable cutting with it.. it’s not weighted very well, it doesnt have a natural rocking motion.. it’s not that sort of knife.. People said that before I bought it but I was inexperienced with using good knives. I got it and love it at first because I never used a good knife before. It was real sharp compared to the other knives I used.
But now that I’m more experienced I say it’s a knife you grab ‘only when’.
I guess it just doesn’t feel like my partner… my ‘main knife’. Cooking is an art. This knife is not that life partner. It’s hard to explain.
Yes it’s sharp and that’s why I got it, but I should have listened to other people said the sharpness should not be the most important factor when choosing a knife. Cutting vegetables seem akward with this.. un natural.
Maybe I’ll try a high end Wusthof classic knife next. I know it wont be as sharp but I need something that doesn’t leave a calis on my finger and feels more natural to cut with.. a life partner.
Rating: 3 / 5
Jimmy R on
November 14th, 2009 5:34 pm
The knife you are refering to is a classic. Its been around I know for at least 40 years. WD-40 is a good cleaning, lubricator and preservitive for just about any thing. It will work on your knife. Lay your knife on a rag with the blade open and the opening facing upwards. Spray the WD-40 inside and let it soak. After it has soaked hit it again and this time turn it face downinto the rag so it drains. If you want it took shine again, use a product called Brasso on the gold areas – they are brass. But, again the brass will tarnish shortly after, so I wouldn’t bother cleaning it. Now if you can find them, there is a leather case these originaly came with, or you can have one made. Make sure you wipe the knife down completely as you don’t want it slipping in your hand. The blade for most quality knives is a high grade carbon steel which will rust if not taken care of.
My husband is the cook in our house and each year I get him one new knife a tradition that started last year. He loves Shun, they cut nicely, never dull, and have a wonderful warranty. Well worth the money if you want to keep your knives for a very long time.
Rating: 5 / 5
Dave M on
November 14th, 2009 5:59 pm
Open it up and put it in the washing machine along with the silver ware and dishes.
While this is a greart knife and my son loves it, after only two weeks the speed safe know longer works. It appears to be a plastic stop and has bent, no longer keeping the blade safe inside the knife, we plan to exchange it and if it happens again, look for another knife.
Rating: 2 / 5
WILLIE on
November 14th, 2009 6:30 pm
Take it apart and then clean the WHOLE blade with some WD-40 or another household oil. And polish it real good.
Can I give this thing six stars? No, ok, 5 will have to do in the meantime.
I’ve had this knife now for over three years and I absolutely love it. It is without a doubt the best money I’ve ever spent at Amazon. As a matter of fact I’ve given one of these away as a wedding present and am currently talking another person into buying one.
Why is it so good?
It is super-sharp when you get it. Which is a plus for a short-term, but you will also find that it is easy to maintain a sharp edge, or resharpen it later. Maintaining the edge is important. You should get a honing steel (Amazon sells a matching Shun brand one that I got as part of a knife set). You should use the honing steel basically whenever you are going to use the knife…I don’t, I use it about every other time usually cause I am lazy and the knife is still very sharp. Once in awhile you will need to sharpen the blade. This is technically different from maintaining and you need to use a wet-stone to do this yourself (again Amazon sells one that works well). If like me you are into cooking you could pay a professional to sharpen the knife periodically. Before you think that is added cost, know that in three years of heavy use I’ve done this once for this knife.
The blade and entire knife is really well-balanced. Another reviewer said they couldn’t use it because it didn’t fit their hand…I don’t know what they are talking about. With any knife (or new thing) sometimes you just need to get used to something to use it properly. I admit that when I first got this knife I freaked out a bit because it didn’t fit perfectly, but soon enough I loved it and can’t imagine using something else.
One potential con for some people. Like all good knives, this is not stainless steel. Stainless is harder to sharpen and maintain so good knives are made out of some sort of softer, mild steel. This is why the knife is so great. One thing you need to take care of is that this knife is not dishwasher safe and you can not let the knife air dry or it till get rusty. You have to dry it off after you wash it to prevent that. To me that’s not a big deal.
The size of this knife is big…at first if you are used to using smaller knives you will probably think it is too big but after a couple of uses you have trouble using smaller knives. The longer length helps you do things like cut things because of the additional leverage.
By the way, please do not just throw a knife like this into your junk drawer. That is a prescription for damaging it and the super-sharp blade. Instead try to keep it out somewhere I recommend a magnetic wall holder (oh yeah, guess what, I bought mine at Amazon and it is awesome).
Rating: 5 / 5
Let me state up front that I’m not much of a cook (yet), but I know quite a lot about knives. The “damascus” aspect of this does little other than make it look cool and to raise the price.
In my use of this for cooking so far the damascus aspect may be doing the opposite of what it’s advertised as for; when chopping small bits of garlic, black beans, etc for chinese cooking I’m having a problem with the bits sticking on the damascus sides. I cannot say if this would or would not happen with a regular knife, but it’s slightly annoying.
The cutting edge is VG-10. I don’t have a reference handy but I belive this is one of the newer high carbon stainless blades that will be less brittle than older stainlesses such as the 440 series, when heat treated. The blade is thin and cuts well, effortlessly chopping greens, rehydrated mushrooms, and squash. 10″ is a BIG blade. Trying to use this for opening shrimp without also opening your hand requires attention and skill .
I wish this knife were available in straight VG-10, skip the damascus, for maybe $20-30 less. Damascus steel is only useful if it’s made by an expert smith of high and low carbon steel, AND used in the cutting edge. Here it’s used in a way similar to the San Mai construction of some old Japanese swords: basically it thickens the blade for rigidity and protects the VG-10 core. But I’m sure the real reason it was done this way is is, it looks cool. As an added bonus, I’m sure that this would be an extremely effective weapon if you were attacked by Ninja while preparing dinner; it’s got good range and balance and would easily lop off fingers and other things (yours or theirs), so beware when using it, and cleaning it
Note: the handle is not round, and not symmetric, it’s sort of a D shape cross section with the curve of the D being on the right side of the blade. Thus, I think this is probably a right handed knife. Not being left handed I can’t say how it would feel with that D on the opposite side of the hand as it is when I wield this. Just an FYI for lefties.
Rating: 5 / 5
Shun. What more needs to be said??? It is simple, Shun is the best all around. Will you pay more? Sure you will but you will never have to buy a replacement in your lifetime. Shun knives are the best in the world, no question.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this knife to carry on my keyring for those little cutting jobs that always seem to crop up. I have owned it for about 6 months now, and am very pleased with it.
The knife is the perfect size for a key chain. It doesn’t add much bulk to my keyring (house and car keys only), and is light enough that I don’t mind carrying it. The knife opens and closes easy, and I can do it with one hand, which is a big plus.
The blade has stayed sharp, although I don’t use it all that often, and mostly for cutting open tape and boxes.
I was worried about this knife being robust, but so far it has been great. There is nothing worse than a knife where the blade can move side-to-side when you are using it, but this knife does not have that problem at all. Also the handle is easy to grip, and it feels right when it is in your hand.
Glad I bought it, and I would recommend it to anyone.
Rating: 5 / 5
I just received my knife and like it a lot, BUT, the first thing I wanted to do, after learning how to use it, was to take off the pocket clip. At first glance, it’s held on by very small phillips screws, but it turns out to be tiny allen head screws. Who has those size wrenches? You would think they would spend a few cents to include the tiny wrench necessary to remove the clip, especially since one of their selling points is that the clip is “easily” reversible!!
Rating: 3 / 5
Although this is supposed to be a knife, there is no blade. Just a peice of shiny metal. Not just dull and needing sharpened, no it is just a shiny flat peice of metal that will break if I begin to sharpen. One of these blades would be excellent in someones zombie defense aresnal. However, find a seller with a product that is real, because I couldn’t even cut butter with this even if I heated the “blade”
Rating: 2 / 5
This knife has a great design and is a perfect everyday utility knife. It is sleek and easy to carry in a pocket. The assisted open works great. My only complaint is that I could have used a little more sharpness.
Rating: 4 / 5
Beautifully made and with a real sharp edge. It’s as big as a man’s index finger (mine, anyway). Weighs next to nothing, but the blade is large enough (and the lockback in strong enough) to open any bag or box you may face. I thought this would be a bit on the rickety side, but it’s as strong as a larger knife (which wouldn’t fit in your pocket or on your key ring). Every surface is smooth, there’s nothing to catch on fabric. Truly a beautiful little object and a working tool. Well-designed, no worries about relying on it. It feels great in my hand. The handles are made of some kind of not-too-hard plastic which provides an excellent grip. I’m really very pleased with this knife, it’s even nicer than I thought it was going to be. It put a smile on my face.
Rating: 5 / 5
The Leek is a wonderful knife, but its sword-like point is subject to breakage. (Throwing the knife into a wooden target will invariably break the tip–which is what happened to two of my Leeks!) Fortunately, Kershaw lives up to its lifetime guarantee policy and quickly replaced both of my broken knives with brand-new ones, no questions asked. I just shipped them the knife, explaining what happened, and a week later got back a new knife.
The knife itself opens beautifully, though I’ve found that the liner lock sometimes sticks and isn’t that easy to depress with one hand.
Rating: 4 / 5
I got this along with the five piece set and I’m very satisfied. These are the first “nice” knives that I’ve purchased and they cut extremely well and are very comfortable to use.
Rating: 5 / 5
This may be the “classic” Swiss Army Knife, but overall it’s a worthless knife. It’s true that there are lots of gadgets on each Swiss Army Knife, but it’s also true that none of the gadgets work well. I’ve never had a Swiss Army Knife that held an edge for a considerable amount of time. The toothpick is too large, only good for someone like Madonna with that huge gap between her teeth. The scissors are so tiny they become unusable. And, have you ever tried to open a bottle of wine with the corkscrew? Good in an emergency, I suppose.
I prefer Gerber or Leathermen multi-tools to the classic Swiss Army Knives. It’s time to move away from these relics. When’s the last time the Swiss Army were successful in battle, anyhown? I doubt they’d win a war with this antiquated knife.
Rating: 1 / 5
I bought this for a friend of mine who is really into zombies. It is definitely a must-have for your anti-zombie defence or simply as a cool knife. The blade came slightly nicked but was otherwise sharp and it is made sturdily.However, the packaging is less than average and it is advisable that you find another, better made sheath as the one provided sucks pretty hard.
Rating: 4 / 5
The blade is great for packages or cheese, but the bottle opener is awful. At first, I thought I was using improperly and then went on Buck’s site for directions- nothing. It will stay on my keyring, but I’m not thrilled about it. What is the knurled eddge on the bottle opener for, fish scaling?
Rating: 2 / 5
I just received this knife via UPS today and my goodness is it SHARP!
In fact, it’s almost SCARY sharp, and I love it.
Immediately, without provocation, I had the urge to dice an onion and see how much my new toy improved my performance, and WOW was I being held back by inferior cutlery! This knife simply drifts through anything you put in it’s way. I almost feel as if I’m only necessary for the guiding of the knife, otherwise it does all the work.
If you are a home cooking enthusiast, I would greatly recommend the Shun Steel Series, you’ve got to love that one piece, seamless construction. Also, they mail in to you in a nice box but it is NOT SUITABLE FOR STORAGE!! Shun makes a sheath for under 15 dollars that is absolutely perfect if you are like me in being unable to afford a full set of Shuns worthy of purchasing a block for.
I rate this knife a 5 out of 5, it has exceeded my expectations.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this as a Christmas gift for my step-dad in Florida. He loves it– convenient carry case and even a cutting board. Good quality for the price.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great knife, I chose the one with the finger ridges, and it feels very comfortable to grip. The blade is your usual goodness you expect from buck.
Rating: 5 / 5
This Buck design is an excellent keychain knife. At 1.5 oz. in weight it is practically not noticeable at all. It has a rugged and tight lock blade knife, the locking mechanism for the protection of the user.
The rounded design makes the knife easy on your pocket, wear resistant and small so keys can easily slip over the case without catching. The knife constitutes a great consumer product again from Buck Knives.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have been a pro chef, I also designed micro hardness testers that rate dynamic properties of alloys… WOW… There is a lot of talk about German vs. Japanese, vs. American steel. Well, ya know what, don’t make a difference, cause for the most part, it all comes down to the knife makers skill and design. Now, I’m talking here only about forged full tang blades, not cheep stuff.
The characteristics of the forging and tempering have plenty to do with the usability of the knife, and the shape and blade design is even more important. I’ve used all kinds of forged blades, H brand M brand, S brand, Japanese brands as well, from S and G. Here are my findings:
First, depends on what you cut on a regular basis. Heaver cutting jobs like large onions carrots and heavy large tubers like a good German design, thicker blade, deeper etc, especially if you are prepping a lot of them, kinda like driving a good SUV. If you are working a lot with finer stuff like medium onions, shallots, lettuce and things like that, I really like the Global. Very thin, holds an edge well, is like driving a Porsche, but get way to unstable with heavy stuff. I think this is where the Shun comes in. The steel is great, but so are all the others, the design and execution are wonderful. They are kinda like driving a Corvette I think. They are heavier than Global, lighter than German, are able to handle most of the stuff that H & M can handle, but not the really heavy stuff like chocolate blocks or very large tubers. Shun cuts delicate things, and doe a great job as well, but I really think Global is better at things like shallots and garlic etc.
All these knives hold their edge, and the steel is blended to take advantage of the design. I think that Global holds it’s edge the best, but some of my oldest Global knives pitted, no problem though, for home use you wouldn’t notice. Also, the German blades are less fussy with sharpening, an advantage.
I especially like the “D” handles of the Shun, and I very much like the balance, which I think is the best out of the group. So, all this being said, I do have a set of Shun, and Global, and Henckels, using them as the product I am cutting changes. Shun is worth the price, as are the others. Right now, I carry Shun to my culinary demonstrations. I do wish they had a 9″ chef with steel handle. Had a 9″ in culinary school, was the most versatile knife I owned, but alas not many 9s around now! So, Shun is great, and worth it!
Rating: 5 / 5
I have had this knife for a number of years. Had a regular 110 and someone lifted it from my dorm room desk drawer. When I replaced the 110 I got the Finger Groove model. I have used it for every task imaginable. Last Wednesday, I went hunting with a buddy of mine. I killed a good sized buck. He pulled out some folder that appeared to be a Star Wars prop. After several attempts to impress me with his “sharp” knife, I handed him my 110. He made one cut and handed it back to me after accidently poking it through the bucks stomach. He told me he had never used such a sharp knife. The interesting thing is that I had not sharpened the knife in nearly six months. I then proceeded to cape the buck like I was using a straight razor. Very, very impressive knife. Why would anyone buy anything else?
My boyfriend wanted a knife so i did some research and based on many reviews, picked this one. He LOVES it. He uses it on anything and everything. I can’t take it away from him. It’s beautiful, durable, sharp, well weighted and fits well in the hand. All of his friends love it. This is a great gift for someone who appreciates a well made knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
The problem I had with this knife was that it was too small. I was replacing a SAK that had been lost and thought this one was similar. Actually it is pretty tiny…do read the fine print!
Rating: 1 / 5
when it was ordered for me it somehow was a miss understanding cause i NEVER got it , so my wife contacted the people and they sent me another in its place and i was so happy with what she bought she gave it to me early ! I am that please ! Thank you so much for a wonderful product .
Rating: 5 / 5
This Buck design is an excellent keychain knife. At 1.5 oz. in weight it is practically not noticeable at all. It has a rugged and tight lock blade knife, the locking mechanism for the protection of the user.
The rounded design makes the knife easy on your pocket, wear resistant and small so keys can easily slip over the case without catching. The knife constitutes a great consumer product again from Buck Knives.
Rating: 5 / 5
Years ago I owned a standard 110 and bought this variant because I like the finger grip design. I wound up sending it back for an exchange. However, the 110FG is great for anyone with a S,M,or L glove size. If you have to buy an XL glove size, the 110FG is so uncomfortable it will make the knife feel unnatural in your hand. Instead of your fingers resting comfortably inside the finger grooves, they’ll press against the ridges as opposed to resting solely in the troughs. BOTTOM LINE: If you have a smaller hand, the 110FG is great. If you have an XL hand, go for the standard 110. It costs less and fits an XL hand nicely.
Rating: 3 / 5
If you want something larger and more sturdy than a skinny pen knife, but dont want a huge knife in your pocket, this is a good choice. The handle is part textured, which you can’t see in the photo, making the handle really nice. You can just feel the quality of this knife when you hold it. I have a slightly larger Schrade knife with a black handle and there is no comparison, the Buck is superior.
Rating: 5 / 5
If you’re not a professional chef, then this is probably the most expensive bread knife you’ve ever looked at. But if you slice bread (or, say, watermelon) on a daily basis, it will quickly pay for itself. It’s sharp, has a good feel, and will last a very long time. If you only slice bread occasionally, then you might want to consider the J.A. Henckels International bread knife instead.
Rating: 5 / 5
small buck lock back knife; great knife , only disappointment in a “buck” product is that it was made in china and not the united states! ed gracia, ca.
Rating: 4 / 5
I keep this on my key chain and I’ve found it to be a useful tool. No more hunting for scissors to open packages, no more wandering around at parties to find a bottle opener, no more finding myself on the hiking trail in need of cutting something and not having a knife.
I’ve had this in my pocket for ~4 years now. While other keychain pieces and keyrings have eventually failed, this knife has held up. The paint is scratched after a lot of time being rubbed against keys in my pocket, but it is otherwise well crafted and sturdy. A good gift too.
Rating: 5 / 5
I’ve had a Buck Whittaker keychain knife for over a year now. It is used nearly ever day from everything to opening boxes, popping a bear bottle cap, cutting newspaper articles from the paper and myriad other uses. I was skeptical about purchasing this tiny knife. I’m very happy I did. Hey! For eighteen or nineteen bucks, how can you go wrong? The point is, you should buy the Buck Whittaker and see for yourself. Very small..doesn’t really add bulk to your keychain. Need a little blade often? Everyone has their keys in their pocket, or nearby. I’ve been asked about mine by MANY people….. Invariably, most always go to Amazon and buy it. After 14 months, it’s still sharp and sturdy and handsome! They come in 3 or 4 colors.
Rating: 5 / 5
jamiemailbox2000-stuff@yahoo.com on
November 15th, 2009 6:18 am
Try culinaryclassis.com think they will make them to order.
Was pleased that the Henckel Twin Signature Bread Knife met the quality and craftsmanship expected of this manufacturer. Cuts easily thru bread and is excellent for slicing tomatoes and onions. Excellent buy
Rating: 5 / 5
Without any question, this Buck knife is the best knife that I have ever owned. Opens and closes with just one hand, very sharp and is lightweight to boot. Fits my hand well and this knife is an absolute bargain. Too bad it was manufactured in China. Still love it !
Rating: 5 / 5
AN EAGLE SCOUT AT 12 YEARS OF AGE, I’VE BEEN AROUND POCKET KNIVES OVER 30 YEARS. BOTH “REAL” SWISS ARMY KNIFE MANUFACTURERS, WENGER AND VICTORINOX MAKE GENERALLY GOOD QUALITY KNIVES. THIS PARTICULAR KEYCHAIN KNIFE BY VICTORINOX IS NOT UP TO STANDARD. IT IS MORE ORNAMENT THAN TOOL. I BELIEVE SOME OF THE EVALUATIONS ARE REFERRING TO SWISS ARMY KNIVES IN GENERAL RATHER THAN THIS PARTICULAR KNIFE. I RECEIVED THIS KNIFE FOR MY KEYCHAIN AS A BIRTHDAY GIFT. AFTER 2 WEEKS OF LIGHT USAGE THE SPRING FOR THE SCISSORS FAILED. I STUDIED THE KNIFE IN GENERAL AND THE QUALITY IS JUST NOT AS GOOD AS THE LARGER KNIVES. VICTORINOX SENT A REPLACEMENT SPRING FOR FREE. IT’S A LITTLE TRICKY TO EXCHANGE THE SPRING. THE KNIFE FUNCTIONS AGAIN, BUT THE FAILURE IS IN THE DESIGN. THE WENGER KEYCHAIN KNIFE I NOW USE HAS A COMPLETELY DIFFERENT SPRING DESIGN FOR THE SCISSORS. IF YOU USE THE SCISSORS OF YOUR KEYCHAIN POCKET KNIVES, PLEASE CHOOSE THE WENGER…AT LEAST UNTIL VICTORINOX ABANDONS THIS CHEAP SPRING DESIGN ON THIS MODEL.
Rating: 3 / 5
I didn’t know a knife can be made this small until I got the shipment. It is too small to be used to peel the apples. It ended up disappearing in my son’s toy box.
I suggest you read the specification carefully before place an order.
Rating: 2 / 5
Ryan on
November 15th, 2009 9:25 am
The sure fire way of knowing is to ask an officer.
Mr. Curious Rides Again on
November 15th, 2009 9:33 am
Hello New Zealand!
Trywww.priceme.co.nz/Kitchen-Knives/c-430.aspw; they are in your neck of the woods.
A Midwest Yank
cheap and sturdy. Does not open quickly, but works well as a EDC knife, small and handy. razor sharp blade.. but it will not stand to any heavy duty task. As a collector i love the shape and design. i call it the baby face assassin…
Rating: 4 / 5
I’ve got an old Buck folding knife I bought for camping, back in… what was it? 1975 or so. Still rock solid.
Here is another one. Clearly Buck quality. Sharp as a razor. I learned to open it with one hand in about 20 minutes.
This little puppy will be around long after I am gone. May it always have a responsible owner.
Rating: 5 / 5
Eliza79 on
November 15th, 2009 9:42 am
This link is a quick how-to, but you need to have the right materials, since this is the most difficult knife to sharpen! http://forum.doityourself.com/showthread.php?t=75149 I have Cutco knives– you just send it back to the company when it dulls and they sharpen it for you. If they can’t sharpen it, they replace it. Most high-end knife companies have a lifetime warrantee like this– you might want to call the knife co. and see if they have one. It sounds like you have a quality knife, it’s worth a try!
ahsoasho2u2 on
November 15th, 2009 10:16 am
Ga Law 16-11-101
If the knife can be considered as and Offense or Defense weapon, then illegal to carry if under 18.
Also the school codes, what with all that’s been going on lately, a weapon is anything that can cause harm, or one believes can cause harm.
Had an inmate, brandish a small pen knife about 2″ overall, at a cashier, she gve him all the money in the till, he got 2 cases of beer.
He was charged with brandishing a weapon, threats to do bodily harm, robbery, etc doing 20 years in a state facility.
When you spend less than $10 on a product, you expect to get what you paid for. I expected that, and was willing to live with it.
WOW! Grey Eagle has found the “Import Of The Year”!!!!!! This is a knife of a quality I did not expect! The “fire steel” is of a high quality that was also unexpected.
Great combo set.
(by the way, I bought 3, all have been used by me and as great gifts)
This is a good looking knife with a sharp blade. It would be a perfect pocket knife if the handle were not so thick. The handle is 14mm wide. This is just enought to put a buldge in your pocket. By conteast a knife by Victornox with an identical length blade has a width of 9.5mm.
Rating: 3 / 5
This knife is dull as can be and small as the palm of my hand about 6 in. total.
Other than the size its a good lil tool. The fire starter is worth the price of this knife. I liked it but don’t buy thinking your going to get a belt knife this is definetly a boot knife.
ok a few things, first this is a full tang knife, and it comes with a fire starter. yes it comes blunter than a butter knife, and yes the rope grip is incredibly uncomfortable. BUT, the hilt has holes with makes re-wrapping the handle with some rope or para-cord very easy, once re-wrapped the handle is comfortable, also the steel is decent quality, so with a little sharpening the knife becomes very usable. bottom line 7$ and 10 minuets of your time and you have yourself a decent knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
I give this knife 2 stars instead of just 1 because it is so cheap. It only cost me $8.00, so I’ll give it my daughter who is leaving the house for her first apartment.
When the knife arrived today, the first thing I did was a tomato; it wouldn’t cut through the skin. I had to push down and saw to get the blade through it. I checked the same tomato with my Misono 8″ Chef’s and 2 Wüsthofs, which all cut through beautifully. So, I got out my Chef’s Central 130, and went through a complete sharpening session. No difference. Even after creating a new edge, steeling and honing, the knife continued to be dull. Also, the blade is also a little flimsy and “flexy”, giving a less-than-secure feeling while cutting.
All in all, a big disappointment in quality, especially after all the very positive reviews in this forum. I guess you can’t beat the cost, but if it doesn’t cut as needed – and it doesn’t – the knife is not a bargain, even at $8.00. As always, you get what you pay for.
Rating: 2 / 5
I bought this smaller blade version of the 8″ Forschner Fibrox for our vacation home, thinking I wouldn’t need the larger knife. Wrong. Although this knife is adequate for some smaller jobs, the 8″ is much more versatile. If one had both knives, one would probably still reach for the 8″ most of the time. Get that one instead, as recommended by America’s Test Kitchen.
Rating: 3 / 5
Shally tally on
November 15th, 2009 5:08 pm
a machete.
Bobbert on
November 15th, 2009 5:58 pm
Try Williams-Sonoma. Look for stainless steel. knifes.
The first item shipped fine (Bo Staffs). The second item was completely wrong and useless. I called to rectify, and sent back the mistaken item using my own funds several weeks ago. There has been no replacement and no feedback from the supplier.
Rating: 1 / 5
Mike P on
November 15th, 2009 7:08 pm
Cutco makes the best knives in the world. No doubt. You really have to try them to get a feel for why they’re so good. The serrated blade and the lifetime guarantee (they resharpen, repair and replace, as long as you mail it to them) are the best parts. It can cut through many many materials and things. Check out http://www.cutco.com for more details.
This knife is now my 8″ chef’s sole companion at work, perhaps even it’s rival. It’s perfect for chopping small, soft items. I can power through case after case of mushrooms with lightning speed and with no fatigue thanks to the light blade and handle, and the blade length seems just right for most slicing tasks. I’ve left my beloved tourning knife at home, as this peels fairly well after you get used to it. Now that I think about it, I’d say that this is in my hand more often than my 8″. It does have it’s downsides that keep a real Chef’s knife right beside it though. One downside is that it’s just not large enough to handle everything. The blade is much too short to butcher most meats or bone chicken. Also, the handle isn’t big enough for my large hands to gain leverage for hard to cut items (butternut squash, I’m looking at you.) Also, it doesn’t mince well at all; the blade simply isn’t deep enough or doesn’t have enough belly to rock well.
When it came in the mail, it was plenty sharp. Tomato test with fresh garden tomatoes proved that; though it did feel like it needed a little love from a steel. After a few passes, it was shaving sharp with a mirror smooth edge. It takes an edge quickly with a standard steel and holds it well, just as the rest of their line. It stays sharp every bit as long as my tried and true Wusthoff.
My wife loves it as she is 4′ 10″ and has smallish hands. As I said, the handle is a bit smaller then the most chefs knives and works for her quite well. She wishes I would leave this one at home all the time. Perhaps I’ll get her the 6″ version… It may be up to 95% of kitchen tasks for those with smaller hands.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is an excellent knife, a great value. The whole Victorinox Fibrox line seems to have good quality and at a price well below most knives of similar quality. This is not a fancy knife, but it is a good tool. The handle is big enough for me to use with comfort, but this knife is also my wife’s go to choice with her smaller hands.
Rating: 5 / 5
I searched for a very long time for a good solid knife that I can use for survival in the field if need be. I really wanted the ka-bar, more because it is what I had in the Marines and wanted another one. Unfortunately, I couldn’t really afford it so I kept looking. I came upon this knife along the the S&W boot knife for a great price. What I received seems to be of great quality, sharp and the weight is good. the knife feels very solid and I would recommend it. It’s inexpensive and will do the job when needed. It’s sharp looking but it isn’t meant to be for show. It’s a survival/combat knife and is worth every cent.Smith & Wesson CKSUR1 Bullseye Search and Rescue 10.5″ Fixed Blade Powder Coat
Rating: 5 / 5
RedbullRacingFan on
November 15th, 2009 8:49 pm
I’ve got a 10” henkel that i’ve had for about a year, it’s still going strong and i hardly ever sharpen it. I do have other knifes like boning, pearing and filet knives so i don’t do all my cutting with it.
75 usd is a lot of money for a chefs knife and if i had that kind of money to spend on one knife i’d go with either of these two
I was very pleased when this knife arrived, the picture doesn’t do it justice you really must see to appreciate!Very sturdy knife and the heavy duty nylon sheath is constructed with a hard synthetic liner and metal reinforcements. The sheath also includes a D ring, lashing slots, and a front mounted nylon storage pouch with Velcro closure (the sharpening stone came in there but i put my fire starter in it). and they left out the MOLLE mounting on back of scabbard.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have to say that I was very impressed with this knife overall. it’s well built and comes with a very nice sheath. If you want a good all around utility / camping type knife, then this is your best bet!
Rating: 5 / 5
Jay on
November 16th, 2009 12:53 am
Ben, in the past the best place I have found to find WW1 or WW2 stuff is at traveling gun and knife shows. I have been to a couple and they always have nice variety of items and people are willing to negotiate with you sins you standing there in front of them. This also gives you the opportunity to look and feel the item you want before handing over the $$. Good Luck!!!
Technically designed for maximum impact….this knife locks in place for safety and security….well intended reviewer(s) suggest yanking the knife out of its holster…..the knife is quite sharp & locked in place, yanking it out could damage locking mechanism, not to mention your self …..I grip the knife handle with first 3-fingers & with pointer pinkie gently nudge edge of holster for a quick safe release.
Based on quality/cost ratios, its a steal …. (product description should be corrected as the holster is not leather, thankfully).
Rating: 5 / 5
I purchased this knife to replace an identical knife that I lost during a move from Alaska to Massachusetts. This knife is wonderful, reasonably priced for what it is, easy to carry and extremely dependable. I am certain that this knife will be the only one I will choose to own for personal use.
Rating: 5 / 5
I ordered this items more than two months ago. After more than a month, I received a Tool Logic multifunction tool, though it was not the one I ordered. It was the wrong tool in a mislabeled tin (labeled with the item that I ordered). I contacted Amazon regarding the return. They sent a replacement, which arrived in about a week. Unfortunately, it was yet again the wrong tool in a mislabeled tin. I sent both of them back at my expense, having received a message that I would receive the cost of postage refunded. That hasn’t happened yet. In the return package I asked that I be sent the correct item and that someone actually check the item in the tin to make sure that they send me the correct item. That also hasn’t happened yet. It has now been more than two months and I haven’t received my refund or the correct item. Does anybody know if a live person can be contacted at Amazon regarding this mess?
Rating: 1 / 5
This Buck knife looks almost too good to actually use but it is, of course, a fully functional fixed blade knife. The combination of brass, black and wood grain is very nice. The blade is extremely sharp right out of the box. The sheath was so well form fitted for this knife that I wasn’t sure if it was real leather or not until I sniffed it, yup, it’s leather and when the knife is in the sheath and the sheath is snapped closed the upper part of the sheath raps around most of the handle for protection from scratching. Both the knife and the sheath are very well made. MADE IN USA! I’m not sure if I would call the finish on the handle semi-gloss or satin but it does not slip in my hand and it just feels right, well balanced.
I really like this knife…get one for yourself, you will be glad you did.
Rating: 5 / 5
I will just echo much of what “The Shepard” said about the knife. It’s almost impossible to remove it from the sheath without playing tug of war with yourself. And to make a strange situation even more strange, the belt/boot clip that is an integral part of the sheath is so weak that it is useless for holding the knife in any location…..which is why I no longer own this knife. Rideing my motorcycle today, the knife fell away somewhere on I40. I don’t miss it….Lynn Stubblefield
Rating: 2 / 5
I bought this as a Christmas gift for my step-dad in Florida. He loves it– convenient carry case and even a cutting board. Good quality for the price.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a realy beautiful knife, maybe too nice to use. The wood handle is gorgeous and the brass really sets it off. The dark brown sheath is a nice touch.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is an excellent knife and is absolutely the sharpest knife I have ever owned and maintains a razors edge without constantly sharpening the only problem I had was mine didn’t come with batteries and amazon is no help but I called tool logic and they sent me 2 sets of batteries within a few days. I have no complaints at all the features of the knife they are excellent and I would highly recmend this knife to any one looking for a quality knife for backpacking or camping situations.
Rating: 5 / 5
It is very tought to pull this knife from the sheath. It has kind of a funny feel and balance. Not crazy about it. It does feel tough like it would stand up to abuse. Good for a boot tucker and not much else.
when it was ordered for me it somehow was a miss understanding cause i NEVER got it , so my wife contacted the people and they sent me another in its place and i was so happy with what she bought she gave it to me early ! I am that please ! Thank you so much for a wonderful product .
Rating: 5 / 5
greekman on
November 16th, 2009 5:56 am
For my money there are no better knives then cold steel. Most of our special operations/reactions forces think so too. Check out coldsteel.com and get their free CD to see for your self if it is true. They make the best, toughest, sharpest knives in the world. You can actually shave your face with one and they last forever. I have had several of them and I have used/abused one for the past 10 years, still like new.
well, im sure this is a great knife, thats why i purchased it. Unfortuatley, i don’t know because it hasnt arrived yet. I ordered the product a month and a half ago (November) and it stil hasnt come. this is asinine
Rating: 1 / 5
aThis is an excellent knife…I have bought two…one for my daughter after I had one for myself for a while….the fire starter is very handy and works well……….what it does need is a sheath…..I found one that fits nicely…….GERBER 8762 SHEATH
Rating: 4 / 5
mike b on
November 16th, 2009 6:29 am
ka bar is what i use cost around $50. it will last forever and its what the military use so it must be good
Good edge. Well constructed. Need some imagination to attach to boot. Very difficult to remove from sheath but easy to modify the sheath or knife.
Rating: 4 / 5
I recently purchased this knife to use on a camping trip. it is a classic design and it is executed flawlessly. the blade comes razor sharp out of the box and should be easy to sharpen because it is 420hc stainless (i haven’t had to sharpen it yet though). I’ve also seen other reviews that did thorough testing of the blade for corrosion resistance, and they rate it as excellent (i haven’t had it long enough to tell personally). the handle is a work of art; the guard and pommel are polished brass, and the handle is cocobolo wood which gives it a warm and classic look. Buck’s attention to detail and workmanship is remarkable, as the brass meets the wood seamlessly so it is very comfortable to hold. it’s a full-tang knife, meaning that the blade goes all the way through the handle and into the pommel, where it is attached with a brass rod (this too is seamlessly polished). it comes with a dark brown leather sheath that is also very well made and looks like it will last a lifetime. the sheath has a belt loop and can be worn comfortably on the hip.
when i was deciding which knife to get, i considered this one, as well as the standard buck 119 (with phenolic handle and aluminum guard and pommel) and the limited edition 119 (with stacked leather handle and aluminum guard/pommel). After handling all three knives in a store, i liked the feel of the wood/brass handle the most. this is the heaviest of the three knives (at 10.5oz, compared to 7.5oz for the phenolic handle and 7.3oz for the stacked leather), and the balance point is about an inch below the guard which makes it sit nicely in the hand (on the other two, the balance point was right at the guard). i personally like the heft of the knife, but i could see it getting tiring after extended use.
overall, i am very happy with the purchase and i highly recommend it to any hunter/camper/knife enthusiast. i’ll try to upload some pictures too, to show all these details.
Rating: 5 / 5
HAd one of these several years ago, but gave it to a visiting friend because they liked it so much. Bought several other brands since then. none of them as good. Finally tracked down this one again and it is as great as the first one!!!!
Rating: 5 / 5
I got tired of cutting my Italian bread loaves with our steak knives and having crumbs all over the cutting board. So I got this bread knife as a gift from my husband. We couldn’t wait to use it.
Well we were so disappointed. The blade is very thick and the edges of the knife don’t cut easily. We use it on Italian loaves as I mentioned, and you have to push down even harder than we used to with the bread knives, thereby smashing the loaf. And the cutting edge leaves tons of crumbs which means it’s not cutting smoothly through the crust.
I would prefer a finer serated edge to cut easier through the Italian bread.
Rating: 1 / 5
jas on
November 16th, 2009 7:55 am
hey sorry i can’t help, but i know bass pro shop is a perfect place for a knife. if there isn’t one near you, the website is http://www.basspro.com
SS LAZIO on
November 16th, 2009 8:10 am
Gerber 650,
I cut stalkers with it.
mike b on
November 16th, 2009 8:14 am
Ka Bar
daniel101983 on
November 16th, 2009 8:31 am
Smith and Wesson usually has good tactical knives. I carry a S & W boot knife that i paid $80 for. It is a S & W HRT line. I also have 2 other knives by S & W that i love and i have always been a fan of Kershaw knives, i love the spring assisted opening.
Also http://www.ontarioknife.com/catalog.html stocks great American made knives, folding and fixed at a wide range of prices. They are one of the largest suppliers of knives to the US military. Their Spec-Plus and Freedom Fighter series K-Bars are especially nice and easier on the wallet than the SOG. They can be found at retailers, such as Cabela’s, and list their distributers and links to their websites for each series..
stabchopboom on
November 16th, 2009 9:17 am
the classic ka-bar fighting knife is around 50$,
cold steel makes several tactical knives in the 50-100$ range, both folding and fixed. cold steel is an awesome company, you should really look into them
I thought the speedsafe was a button that you press which flings the knife open. I was dissapointed to find that it is just a spring that helps it open faster. Other than that, this knife is ultra high-quality, definately the best I have owned.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is definitely the sturdiest, sharpest bread knife I’ve ever owned. The blade is completely rigid, no bending ever. The blade is super sharp, easily cutting through bread or whatever else I put it up against. Makes me wonder how I went so long with my old bread knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
I was excited to purchase what I thought was a quality knife for a good price with good ergonomics, being a Ken Onion design. What I bought was designed to sell and not to last. The handle was textured on the sides, but the edges of the handle were far too smooth to be held safely, especially if they were to ever get a little wet. The thumb studs have very sharp edges that will wear out pants quickly. The spring-assist broke after two months of extremely mild, absolutely non-abusive use.
The $12.00 return shipping fee plus the cost to ship it to Emerson makes the true cost of the knife about $84.00…and what if the spring breaks again? My advice is buy another brand.
P.S. The only reason I give it 2 stars instead of 1 is the tanto blade and the fact that it can still be used as a quick-opening folder, absent the “blur.”
Rating: 2 / 5
Excellent tool of a knife. I never leave home without it because I find use for the knife all the time. Not too heavy, not too lite. Strong! The blade is easy to resharpen. I have owned two in ten years! The only pocket knife for me, period!
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is made with different steels, from fair to excellent. I did not know this when I ordered the knife. I have sharpened it so no returns (my bad). The one I ordered is item #Blur-1670tbkst. I found this knife is (was) made from 440A stainless knife steel. This is about the lowest quality knife stainless available. The Blur is also made in at least one other steel, I believe it is sv30v which is one of the finest knife steels available. I plan on using the 440a steel knife as a utility knife and ordering anouther knife in the better steel for every day carry.
The Blur design is excellent. I have arthritis in my hand and it makes opening a knife somewhat difficult. With the assisted opening it opens easily with just a short push of the thumb. I can recommend the knife but not the 440A steel. 440B and 440C steels are much better.
After checking with Kershaw, I found they changed the steel on July 7, 2008. At that time they were placing dates on the blade. Just lately they have quit dating their knives so any knife with a date after 7-4-08 or later or no date will have the better steel.
I have changed my rating from 2 stars to 4 stars after getting this information. Very few things rate a 5 star in my opinion.
The Buck company for a few years now, has seemed to be selling mostly Chinese Knives. That all seems to be changing however, and the Omni Hunter is a great example of how Buck is turning things around. Made in america, with a drop point blade, the Omni Hunter is what a knife should be. Its razor sharp, and fits well within most peoples budgets. I can see this knife lasting your lifetime, and should never give you any problems at all. And if it does, its backed by Bucks Lifetime warrenty. Where else can you pay under $30, and get that kind of deal? The knife is, in my opinion the perfect size for gutting deer sized animals. I do prefer a smaller knife for cutting the lungs, heart, and windpipe out, but a knife this size is needed for the rest of the chore. It should make a good skinning knife as well. The blade has plenty of belly for most any chore. BUY AMERICAN, BUY BUCK!!!
Rating: 5 / 5
nice knife, good quality,very fast delivery,except the logo on the handle is a little bit esay to be abrased, anyway as an economic one, I like it.
Rating: 4 / 5
You could not get a better chef’s knife for the price. Inbelievable. I have had mine for 6 years and never had to have it sharpened professionally. I keep it very sharp with a steel.
I would never buy any other knife now. I use to only buy Henkels. I must have had at least 6 of these through the years at about $100 bucks per knife. The Calphalon is way easier to keep sharp….and I like the weight better too.
Rating: 5 / 5
For any world traveller. And for every couch potato. This handy knife/tool is indispensable. From opening a bottle of wine to cutting your cheese – this knife does it all.
They last just about forever. And the only reson I bought a new one is because I misplaced the old.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought 6 different knifes 5 brands that sell for under $200 a set, this one is in the middle, I like it a lot, weight is good, hefty, I like the lines, big hands are very comfy, it almost might be too big for small handed people. mine was dull, after sharpening it seems pretty good, with OK edge life with reasonable use. I steel it before use, its a solid performer that is not going to compete with high end knives, but would probably be a great first nice knife for anyone that is looking to get away from cheap sets. I give it four because it was pretty dull at time of purchase, but you never know how many times it got shipped before I bought it, so other results may vary.
Rating: 4 / 5
I bought this knife at TJ Maxx.(Go figure!!). I love this knife. I ABSOLUTELY WILL NOT perform in a kitchen with dull knives. This knife is the BOMB!!! It cuts with very little effort from me. The blade is SHARP and stays sharp. Its precison is wonderful for a knife that doesn’t cost over $100. I own a wonderful knife set but I truly use this knife for everything, from pot roast to strawberries. The ONLY ONLY reason why this knife did not get 5 stars is because of the rust spots. I was told about something I can use so I’ll be taking care of that problem soon but other than that, I believe every kitchen should have one.
Rating: 4 / 5
this knife is pretty good looking knife the reason i didn’t give it a 5 star is because mine came in with unbalance blade at the end. and it is not very sharp. but those are not a big deal you still can sharp it yourself and use it well.
Rating: 4 / 5
I’ve been getting into cooking and was in the market for something better than the super cheap lightweight knives I’ve used my whole life, and decided before shelling out triple digits for a high end Shun or something, to take it in baby steps and try a mid range knife like this and see how it goes from there.
This is a GREAT knife for me to use around the kitchen. It glides through raw meats and vegetables alike; cleanly and effortlessly. It’s got a good heft and feels very solid and reliable but is also well balanced. I’m still very careful and methodical with slicing and chopping, but this knife (plus the 5″ and 7″ Calphalon Santoku set) have taken the chore and effort out of it and made it a real breeze. At this point, I don’t forsee a need to upgrade to the high end; these knives seem VERY well made.
Rating: 5 / 5
ca_surveyor on
November 16th, 2009 7:20 pm
First, sharpen your knife . Sharpening produces grit which can fall down in the hinge and creat friction, so lets get the sharpening out of the way.
Next..Use a bit of bleach to clean out the blood and such from inside. The bleach will break down the blood. There are other solvents that will do that too.
Next wash it with soap and water or just drop it in the dishwasher
Follow that up by a penetrating oil to clear out any dirt stuck to previous grease.
Ok.. those bolsters are brass.. a little brass polish will make them shine, and then spray them with a bit of laquer to reduce the future tarnish
Now wash it gently to get rid of any leftover cr*p and then either oil it up or use wd40 on the hinges and the lock release.
WIpe it all down with a clean paper towel and you are done.
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Jimmy R on
November 16th, 2009 7:28 pm
The knife you are refering to is a classic. Its been around I know for at least 40 years. WD-40 is a good cleaning, lubricator and preservitive for just about any thing. It will work on your knife. Lay your knife on a rag with the blade open and the opening facing upwards. Spray the WD-40 inside and let it soak. After it has soaked hit it again and this time turn it face downinto the rag so it drains. If you want it took shine again, use a product called Brasso on the gold areas – they are brass. But, again the brass will tarnish shortly after, so I wouldn’t bother cleaning it. Now if you can find them, there is a leather case these originaly came with, or you can have one made. Make sure you wipe the knife down completely as you don’t want it slipping in your hand. The blade for most quality knives is a high grade carbon steel which will rust if not taken care of.
I deceided to buy this since I have an like the black bladed single edge version. I am a lil disapointed with this one though. The point isnt really sharp like most double edged boot knives. The blade edges look like they were ground uneven an off center, its almost like the knife I recievced shouldve been in the “seconds” bin as it has imperfections. The blade edges arent as sharp as they could be as well, one shouldnt have to hone a knifes edge when its fresh outve the package.
Rating: 3 / 5
This is a handsome knife with its heft and the full-tang full-forged stainless steel body, a great knife in the kitchen and value for the money. I have had this for over 2 years now (gift from my daughter). It has become my knife-workhorse in the kitchen because of its convenient weight, its size; that it is well-balanced and keeps its sharpness.
Rating: 5 / 5
You could not get a better chef’s knife for the price. Inbelievable. I have had mine for 6 years and never had to have it sharpened professionally. I keep it very sharp with a steel.
I would never buy any other knife now. I use to only buy Henkels. I must have had at least 6 of these through the years at about $100 bucks per knife. The Calphalon is way easier to keep sharp….and I like the weight better too.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought 6 different knifes 5 brands that sell for under $200 a set, this one is in the middle, I like it a lot, weight is good, hefty, I like the lines, big hands are very comfy, it almost might be too big for small handed people. mine was dull, after sharpening it seems pretty good, with OK edge life with reasonable use. I steel it before use, its a solid performer that is not going to compete with high end knives, but would probably be a great first nice knife for anyone that is looking to get away from cheap sets. I give it four because it was pretty dull at time of purchase, but you never know how many times it got shipped before I bought it, so other results may vary.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is an excellent knife for practically anything. It’s extremely sharp on both sides, totally waterproof(knife and case) and easy to carry on the hip or concealed. A while back I went mud bogging with it strapped to my leg because you never know when you’ll need a sharp knife. I was up to my waist in mud and dirty water, and it never came out of the case and formed no rust whatsoever after I got home and washed it off. I recommend this knife for anyone with a knife collection or maybe a wife or sister who needs some self defense in their purse. Excellent product. Thanks S&W!
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this as a christmas gift for my dad and now I want to keep it. There’s no plastic, screws or anything to make this knife look like anything but bad-ass. I haven’t used it for any rigorous tasks but the blade and handle are solid.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this knife at TJ Maxx.(Go figure!!). I love this knife. I ABSOLUTELY WILL NOT perform in a kitchen with dull knives. This knife is the BOMB!!! It cuts with very little effort from me. The blade is SHARP and stays sharp. Its precison is wonderful for a knife that doesn’t cost over $100. I own a wonderful knife set but I truly use this knife for everything, from pot roast to strawberries. The ONLY ONLY reason why this knife did not get 5 stars is because of the rust spots. I was told about something I can use so I’ll be taking care of that problem soon but other than that, I believe every kitchen should have one.
Rating: 4 / 5
I’ve been getting into cooking and was in the market for something better than the super cheap lightweight knives I’ve used my whole life, and decided before shelling out triple digits for a high end Shun or something, to take it in baby steps and try a mid range knife like this and see how it goes from there.
This is a GREAT knife for me to use around the kitchen. It glides through raw meats and vegetables alike; cleanly and effortlessly. It’s got a good heft and feels very solid and reliable but is also well balanced. I’m still very careful and methodical with slicing and chopping, but this knife (plus the 5″ and 7″ Calphalon Santoku set) have taken the chore and effort out of it and made it a real breeze. At this point, I don’t forsee a need to upgrade to the high end; these knives seem VERY well made.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a handsome knife with its heft and the full-tang full-forged stainless steel body, a great knife in the kitchen and value for the money. I have had this for over 2 years now (gift from my daughter). It has become my knife-workhorse in the kitchen because of its convenient weight, its size; that it is well-balanced and keeps its sharpness.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this knife for a friend, and when I ordered it I didn’t expect much. First off, I ordered it with other stuff, and it was definitely the fastest shipped item I had. It was shipped within hours of ordering, it got here around maybe 4-5 days early and even beat stuff on 2-day shipping when they said it would take a week. that really impressed me. When I opened the box, It looked amazing. A very high quality knife, there was some glue on the handle that I can’t seem to ever get off but luckily It’s barely noticable. The knife is about 1/8 inch thick, which is very good for a knife of any kind. The knuckles have sort of a rounded, yet pointed edge, which doesn’t really affect its performance but makes the knife look very good. and the holster does an amazing job of holding the knife, it feels lose on you though. a great accessory especially since its free. Over all i am very impressed with this trench knife and I would reccomend anyone to buy it.
Rating: 5 / 5
WOO WOO on
November 17th, 2009 1:15 am
Ahhhhh……..I let my neighbor use it…..
Daze on
November 17th, 2009 1:32 am
A good rule of thumb is the blade of the knife should not be longer than palm of your hand (going sideways).
By measurement that can be 3-5 inches, but that varies by state. Not being from Maryland, I’m sorry I cant be more specific.
But the “palm” guideline holds true in NY where I’m from.
Of course any knife used for work, like a construction blade in a toolbox is OK.
Barry C on
November 17th, 2009 1:47 am
When I lived in Baltimore I was able to buy a 4 inch butterfly knife from a reputable dealer with a storefront.
I believe if you google “knife laws maryland” you will find what you want.
When I ordered this knife I really wasn’t expecting much for only twenty dollars. The product got here (New York) in only about one week (other websites such as [...] took a full month!!). This really is all metal but I played around with it and tested it out. Before telling you about the sharpness and toughness of the blade let me tell you it’s a tanto style blade. I was expecting that but the title didn’t say. This blade is pretty tough (because it’s thick about 1/8th inch to be exact) and it’s not to sharp. Now that may sound like a bad thing but no it means it makes a great gift and the box it comes in is perfect for wrapping. The handle is very comfortable to (if you hold it backwards though like the movies it not) and it’s tough as well I went around punching things (sounds dumb but it was for research). Now you can see the glue between the handle and blade but it’s all black so it doesn’t bother me. Before I forget I’d like to say how amazing the sheath is. It’s completely adjustable and it’s elastic. The best part is if you find it uncomfortable you can remove the straps and ware it on a belt and pants waist. Overall I recommend this product to anyone especially those desperate for an interesting gift.
Rating: 4 / 5
I searched a lot, found nothing on the size of the spine on a bread knife, they just specify the lenght of the blade.
On the websites above, you can find some good general info. about knives.
I got this as a gift for a friend. He’s not a “knife” person but he said this was the best gift he’s ever gotten! It’s sleek and works very well. He needs a permit to carry it in our city so for now he uses the holster to carry his cell phone. The knife fits in the gravity holster and does not slip out. It’s slim design goes under a vest or sport coat without showing. Get a permit and wear this proudly! $20 will bring a smile to the knife lover in your life. I wouldn’t recommend this knife for Zombie Killing. You don’t want to get that close to a Zombie!
Rating: 5 / 5
Gail S on
November 17th, 2009 2:22 am
Under your bed.
Lynda on
November 17th, 2009 3:01 am
We use a Cutco knife with a serrated edge which works fine for us. Also, you can send it back to the factory for sharpening.
My guess is that you used it last Christmas and it got put away with the Christmas decorations. Your friends must have helped you pack them away and thats why you missed it.
Tom K on
November 17th, 2009 3:32 am
Go to a restaurant supply store. They sell good, cheap, lightweight knifes. Just look up “Grocery Wholesale” in your yellow pages.
Or look online. “Instawares restaurant supply” is a good website. Amazon.com is good too.
These knives are always in Cooks Illustrated- rated #1. The Fibrox handles are comfortable and slip resistant. These knives are all your kitchen needs. Made by the Swiss Army knife company, you know thse are quality. Super sharp!
Rating: 5 / 5
I just bought one of these, and I will say, it came sharp. the blade is thin, and the nonstick is a plus, if it doesn’t wear off…my only issue with it is the handle. it is too small and cheap feeling, it is cheap plastic and does not give a good grip. I see some like it, and perhaps they have small hands, designed for women? anyway. if they come out with one with a better handle, I would buy another…
Rating: 3 / 5
ken G on
November 17th, 2009 4:25 am
Forschner / Victorinox 10 inch Fibrox handle good and inexpensive.
Decius Brutus on
November 17th, 2009 4:35 am
Ka Bar would be one good choice. Their fixed-blade knives come with a well-sharpened blade and a useful hammer-pommel. Cold Steel is another good choice. They carry a wide variety of fixed blades, and the company is well known for its quality, they even make DVDs of extreme abuse of their knives to prove this.
Visor on
November 17th, 2009 5:33 am
There is an endless debate what a survival knife should be, small utility blade or larger one that can take and dish out lots of punishment.
If you go with second definition, then Busse knives are probably on top of the list. Very tough, pretty much indestructible and unusually high wear resistance and edge holding for those types of knives.
I own (and owned) Busses, Cold Steels, Sogs, Benchmades and bunch of other fixed blades. The toughest are Busses for sure.
As for the Cold Steel tests I am very skeptical about those, because they void the warranty if you try to replicate the tests.
My vote for heavy duty blades goes to Busse or if you are on the budget then Swamp Rat knives(SRKW).
Those are the knives that you can cut, chop and pry with.
For more utility type knives benchmade Nimravus is pretty good and not too expensive.
Fallkniven A1 is also quite tough knife from decent steel VG-10.
Cold Steel SRK was a good knife in older version of Carbon V steel. new ones are not as good unfortunately. Though, nowhere near to Busse or SRKW in heavy duty use.
Such a pretty knife. Very detailed, from blade, to sheath, to the handle. The handle just mold to your fingers very comfortably. It is Available in several colors. The knife’s non-stick surface coating works great. Why they have not thought of that before? The coating makes the blade glide with less effort that the blade seems to be super sharp because of this.
The sheath is very useful when you have to bring the knife with you. Not only it protects the blade but more importantly is a safety accesory to protect you.
Kuhn Rikon is a Switzerland brand, the knife is made in China. It is a quality product.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this knife only to find out that Buck does not live up to expectations of a knife company that has been around for awhile. The rosewood handle was chiped and damaged. I requested a replacement for Amazone, and they did send me a new knife. This new knife was in worse condition than the first one. The knife it self looks to be a good knife, just don’t purchase this one, buy the rubber handle one instead.
One might be thinking “why not contact the company” well I did and they wanted to send the knife at my cost to get a replacement. My only problem was the worksmanship of the “rosewood” handle. why send back the whole knife?
Anyhow that is my two cents. Buyer beware!!!!
Rating: 1 / 5
Lance T on
November 17th, 2009 6:11 am
Well, since that guy before said a whole bunch of stuff, I’m just going to say Ontario rat-7
I got this knife for my college roommate’s wedding gift. It was a really nice knife. A friend of mine recommended Buck and I can see why. This knife was really great and appeared to be built very well. The handle of the knife I bought was a little lighter than the picture and the sheath is a very light tan. It is a very beautiful knife. I would recommend it.
Rating: 5 / 5
Benji F on
November 17th, 2009 6:25 am
Yes it will help you learn to defend to yourself.
Whether or not you use a knife for self defense the know how will help.
Specifically if you use your hands as the knife,
and instead of going for main blood line on the legs, but the upper body, it will help you defend youself.
But remember to run too.
Bought this knife for my son who is serving in the Army over in Afghanistan. The rebels were getting a little too close when he first arrived. As a mom I would do anything to protect my son so I sent this bad boy over to him. His text message when he got it was “sweet”. He sleeps with it under his pillow at night. Somehow this helps me sleep better too! I asked what he liked about it. He said it came with a nice leather case that clips on and has a nice weight and balance to it. Feels good in the hand. Hasn’t had to “use it” yet, hope he never does!
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought a couple of these knives to try and now I have many different sizes and also buying them to give to family! They are sharp and the nonstick finish is great! It really works! This particular chef knife, is great for chopping vegetables.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a medium quality knife. I bought it just to add to my collection.
It is full-tang with a textured rubber grip. It’s very lightweight. The scabbard is nylon. It has a very slim profile which makes it ideal for a boot knife, but the slim design feels loose in my hand and it doesn’t have much of a hilt. I’ll reserve it for slicing only.
Rating: 3 / 5
I just bought one of these, and I will say, it came sharp. the blade is thin, and the nonstick is a plus, if it doesn’t wear off…my only issue with it is the handle. it is too small and cheap feeling, it is cheap plastic and does not give a good grip. I see some like it, and perhaps they have small hands, designed for women? anyway. if they come out with one with a better handle, I would buy another…
Rating: 3 / 5
I bought this as a gift for my father and now my husband wants one. Great price and nice size. My father is a bird hunter and claims this is his favorite knife. This should be a 5 star rating, however, the “rate this item” won’t let me click on the 5 stars.
Rating: 1 / 5
Shihan J on
November 17th, 2009 7:20 am
it will help you get arrested faster.
and what if the guy pulls a gun because you have a knife, then your really screwed.
violence begets violence
Just Jim on
November 17th, 2009 7:25 am
Tell you what – do this thought experiment:
Imagine two seasoned boxers in a ring, fighting hard. In something like a cage so running away is not an option. Got that image?
Now give one of them a knife for round two.
The question is – what happens to the other fighter’s movement?
Does he fight the same way at all?
Learning to use a knife in actual combat will improve your footwork, speed, agility, and timing. Think that’s of value in a fight?
Bought this to replace another boot knife I lost. Its a very good knife but mine came with a duller edge than the S&A razer sharp guarantee that they are known for(need to work on quality control S&A). Also you should know that this knife is not Teflon coated like the description says(if they haven’t changed it by know). It is a powder coat finish(possibly Titanium) but it is still very scratch resistant. Other than those 2 problems this knife is very nice and heavy duty. Should hold up to some abuse for a good many years. Now off to the sharpener to finish off the edge properly.
Rating: 5 / 5
JKD Man on
November 17th, 2009 8:13 am
It absolutely will. I see Jim beat me to this one, but let me say I actually saw something like this experiment in Chicago.
My friend was there doing a JKD concepts seminar in a boxing gym. There was this guy who was badgering his methods – he wasn’t having any of it. The guy could not see the value of weapons training.
My friend gets this butter knife someone left out after lunch and slashes at the guy with it. Suddenly, this guy was up and moving exactly as my friend said he would. He forgot about standing there punching, he even gave up his boxing structure and moved like a smart fighter would against any dangerous opponent.
No one was hurt, and no one was going to get hurt, but training with weapons changes the way you think, move, PERCEIVE. There is no faster way to improve someone’s movement than weapons training properly done. By Properly, I mean realistically – not practicing high blocks with tonfa or something.
nwohioguy on
November 17th, 2009 8:18 am
It may or may not. It all depends on the manner in which you train knife defense. It must have a sense of realism to it. I realized that the knife defenses that I was learning in my traditional martial arts were not going to be effective for two reasons: 1 – the instructor had never been in a knife fight & 2 – I got stabbed in a bar fight. So I began training in Close Quarter Combatives with Richard Ryan and Reality Based Knife Fighting with Jim Wagner. Now I teach these at my traditional dojo and they are great!
This is a nice, high quality knife, as every Smith and Wesson knife I’ve ever owned or seen has been. Mine arrived a little less than the S&W ‘razor sharp’ guarantee, but I also own one of their diamond dust sharpeners, so that was easy enough to remedy.
Note: Know your state’s weapon laws before carrying any knife around in your pocket. Every state varies and some have very vague definitions to leave the decisions entirely up to the discretion of the police. This is a pretty safe choice if you are looking for a knife to carry, as it’s not a ‘dagger’ (it is a one sided blade), the blade is less than five and a half inches, and it could conceivably be used as a utility knife.
Rating: 4 / 5
I am a Henckels knife person for many years…have a pretty full set of 10+ different blades. A friend gave me a Kuhn Rikon Colori paring knife as a gift and it was fun to use…the non stick is a plus. So I decided to try the Chef’s Knife. It is wonderful. Goes through anything so easily. Slices onions paper thin, slides through meats, fish, poultry. Went through a thick cantaloupe rind like butter. I am very pleased and surprised. I will definitely buy other blade styles.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this as a gift for my grandmother. She loves it, especially the hard case that protects the blade.
Rating: 5 / 5
addblades@sbcglobal.net on
November 17th, 2009 8:49 am
you need to learn to throw your knife accuratley so it can stick in them. i can do that with my pocket knives and yes, of course it will help. but you have to be good enough so that you dont get it taken away from you. also remember that if you kill him and it isnt considerd self defense by a judge, your dead. your looking at probably 5+ years in jail. and your gonna need more then a knife to last in there. hit the side of the neck. giant vein there. it’ll knock em out
Jim G on
November 17th, 2009 8:52 am
To my knowledge it is not illegal to own that knife. It would be illegal to carry it with you. As long as it remains in your home I don’t think there’s a problem.
Just got my buck alpha hunter folding knife today. Great knife comes sharp although could be just a little sharper, extremely smooth action, everything is in great condition, my only complaint is that the catch that holds the knife open snags a little when trying to close it, i don’t know if it is supposed to do that or if theres a small deformation in the back of the blade. Either way a great buy and definetly recomended.
Rating: 5 / 5
Such a pretty knife. Very detailed, from blade, to sheath, to the handle. The handle just mold to your fingers very comfortably. It is Available in several colors. The knife’s non-stick surface coating works great. Why they have not thought of that before? The coating makes the blade glide with less effort that the blade seems to be super sharp because of this.
The sheath is very useful when you have to bring the knife with you. Not only it protects the blade but more importantly is a safety accesory to protect you.
Kuhn Rikon is a Switzerland brand, the knife is made in China. It is a quality product.
Rating: 5 / 5
Tabaristio on
November 17th, 2009 9:17 am
Jim has given you the answer. So he deserves to get the best answer.
sms on
November 17th, 2009 9:24 am
Well, if someone pulls a knife on you it will!!
You don’t necessarily learn knife fighting for the purpose of using one in a fight.
You learn it to have the techniques and skills necessary to defend yourself if some idiot pulls one on you out of the blue.
Knowing how to evade a knife attack, how to disarm your opponent, or use their own knife against them are all reeeeaaaalllllly valuable tools.
INSOMNIAC on
November 17th, 2009 9:42 am
Heirlooms are legal to own but not to carry unless in a case and transported in the compartment of a vehicle.~~
John S on
November 17th, 2009 10:12 am
The previous answers are, unfortunately, incorrect. It is illegal to possess brass knuckles in California, period. (Pen C 12020.) There is no exception for having them at home. There is no exception for relics or heirlooms, except for museums. Whether any reasonable peace officer would hassle your grandfather for having it is doubtful, but not all peace officers are reasonable.
I doubt that brass knuckles are going to be found to be the kind of “arm” protected by the Second Amendment. Maybe so, but I doubt that your Granddad wants to be the person who gets to litigate it.
I ordered this product as a Christmas gift, prior to the shipping deadline for Christmas arrival. The shipment did not go through on the first try. I was not notified about this until several days later. I re-ordered, and the order was send to “As Seen on TV Products”. A portion of my order was delivered, but another portion of my order went undelivered with no explanation as to why. I was eventually contacted by email several days later and cancelled. This is the 2nd time in the past 5 years where I have had significant difficulty with Christmas orders. Amazon and their 3rd parties have done a poor job of communicating when there are problems. While this is a good product, the 3rd party vendor they work with is very unreliable.
Rating: 3 / 5
I have owned the Buck Vanguard for several years and use it to skin
deer. As with all Buck knifes, it keeps it sharpness well. I also bought three more Vanguard knifes to give out as gifts to other young hunters in my family. I own the black one but I think the brown one in rosewood looks better.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought a couple of these knives to try and now I have many different sizes and also buying them to give to family! They are sharp and the nonstick finish is great! It really works! This particular chef knife, is great for chopping vegetables.
Rating: 5 / 5
These knives are OVERPRICED and FRAGILE, especially the tips, which break off easily! Steel is better for durability. Kyocera knives are a fad, not an investment. Don’t be fooled! Invest in REAL knives, like Shun Shun Classic 8-Inch Chef’s Knife or WusthofWüsthof Gourmet 3-Inch Serrated Paring Knife.
Rating: 1 / 5
The edge on this pair of knives is ok but not great. A good high carbon steel knife will hold a better edge. The instructions that come with the knives say do NOT use on anything but a wood or plastic cutting surface. It also states that you should not put any pressure on the knife or the edge might break. I find it extremely silly to use a good steel knife to do the major cutting then get one of these to cut the items they are able to. Why use 2 knives when one works and you dont have to worry about it breaking. I also own some of the Henckel twin star series and they are a superior set in every way (also cheaper) and I dont have to worry about forgetting and cutting something on a plate or in a pan and possibly breaking the edge!
Rating: 2 / 5
My knife just arrived this week. I am very impressed with the workmanship and feel. It is light in the hand, but still has a heavy blade and mechanism that means business. Very satisfied.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a good reasonably priced hunting knife, the gut hook works quite well. Both the blade and the gut hook hold their edge pretty good. 420HC steel is a good choice for making knives, but not the best S30V steel (which is used by benchmade, I think) is alot better, however it costs quite a bit more as well. For my purpose skinning an ocasional deer or bear this knife works great. The Benchmade knives cost about $80, which is out of my price range. Overall a good product from a good company.
Rating: 5 / 5
If you are looking for a solid quality knife, this is an excellent choice. I have owned this for over 3 years with moderate use and it still has a very sharp edge. The type of steel used in this knife is some of the best available. I cannot comment on the performance of the rubber handle version, but it is not the same steel, nor does it come with a leather case. You get what you pay for with this knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
I am a Henckels knife person for many years…have a pretty full set of 10+ different blades. A friend gave me a Kuhn Rikon Colori paring knife as a gift and it was fun to use…the non stick is a plus. So I decided to try the Chef’s Knife. It is wonderful. Goes through anything so easily. Slices onions paper thin, slides through meats, fish, poultry. Went through a thick cantaloupe rind like butter. I am very pleased and surprised. I will definitely buy other blade styles.
Rating: 5 / 5
I love my ceramic knife it’s stays sharpe and you can slice very
thin with it. Another plus it’s easy to clean, usually just rinsing
under hot water.
Rating: 5 / 5
Shally tally on
November 17th, 2009 1:59 pm
a machete.
Rookie on
November 17th, 2009 2:01 pm
I do know that you can sharpen scissors by cutting a piece of aluminum foil a couple times, give that a shot. Fold a piece of aluminum foil and cut through it a few times.
Bobbert on
November 17th, 2009 2:02 pm
Try Williams-Sonoma. Look for stainless steel. knifes.
Caroline P on
November 17th, 2009 2:12 pm
solingen. very respectable stabbing capabilities
Your Self Defense Shop.com on
November 17th, 2009 2:49 pm
Cutco makes the best knives in the world. No doubt. You really have to try them to get a feel for why they’re so good. The serrated blade and the lifetime guarantee (they resharpen, repair and replace, as long as you mail it to them) are the best parts. It can cut through many many materials and things. Check out http://www.cutco.com for more details.
a person of interest on
November 17th, 2009 3:20 pm
Forschner Ive used them some 25 years I use the heck out of my 10 inch. In Orlando FL. the local Hobart office is a direct dealer for them.
RedbullRacingFan on
November 17th, 2009 3:53 pm
I’ve got a 10” henkel that i’ve had for about a year, it’s still going strong and i hardly ever sharpen it. I do have other knifes like boning, pearing and filet knives so i don’t do all my cutting with it.
75 usd is a lot of money for a chefs knife and if i had that kind of money to spend on one knife i’d go with either of these two
check out a williams sonoma, or a bed bath and beyond,
brands- wustof, henkels, kitchen aid ( pretty decent, and well priced,) the first two can get pretty pricey, but theyre worth every penny, and theyll last pretty much forever
So, I just got the knife today. It showed me good promise. I messed with it for a while, learning how to roll the balisong around my thumb. After trying that for a couple minutes, I drop it. I picked it up to notice the center peg (the piece of metal that prevents the blade from going through the handle)had broken off. So great, now when I try to flip the balisong, the knife will go through the handle and ultimately ruin the trick. I paid for normal shipping and it came exactly a week later. I would not recommend this to friends, the quality of the knife is not good if you can drop it once and something breaks. (I dropped it on my carpet by the way)
Rating: 1 / 5
Go to Williams Sonoma and ask them. Their salespeople are very knowledgeable, and they have a nice selection of high quality cutlery…… You might also look at their website, but you can’t ASK then:)
I liked my first set of these knives so well that I purchased a second set as a backup. These are amazing knives and stay sharp really well. Yes, you will still need the “German” metal knives, but this is a great additional set.
Rating: 5 / 5
If you want to try to use flint and steel to create a fire, only carbon (not stainless) steel with work. It needs carbon to create the CO2 necessary for catalyzing the fire. If it is carbon, it requires care so as not to rust. This knife is also kinda big for most processes unless you’re outright killing squirrels and such. On the other hand, it’s something like the Punisher would use, making it immediately cool.
Rating: 4 / 5
When I got the item it was packaged VERY neatly, opened the package and WOW the knife has some length, VERY sturdy, I recommend this knife, it is a very good bargain and I will probably be buying another.
Rating: 5 / 5
Knives can be expensive investments, depending on what brand and what you are looking for. Here are some stores that carry brand names:
1. William Sonoma
2. Macy’s
3. William Glenn
4. Linen’s and Things
5. Penneys
6. Target
I bought this as a Christmas gift for my step-dad in Florida. He loves it– convenient carry case and even a cutting board. Good quality for the price.
Rating: 5 / 5
this great bread knife slices easily through even the softest breads without squashing them, however it does not come with a blade guard so – be careful when storing it.
Rating: 4 / 5
victorinox and solingen germany are the best
Its high time such products follow international voltage standards. flimsy blade. watchout you get a gap between the blades.
Rating: 3 / 5
http://www.globalknives.uk.com/
Global knives are great- I love mine, use them daily, and recommend them highly.
The compass is unreliable, but works. The sheath doesn’t do a very good job of keeping the knife off of your leg. For the price, its about what I expected – mediocre quality.
Rating: 3 / 5
It has a very good weight to it I must say. Its a great knife to start off with if your getting into Balisongs. After flipping it a couple times..and dropping it its still holding up so thats good. Only thing that can get a bit annoying is the latch. It can get in the way sometimes but its a minor issue. Other than that. It was a very fast delivery. Received it 3 days after the order date. I’d highly suggest ordering this if you getting into the trade.
Rating: 4 / 5
this knife was cheap but my uncle wanted a bigger one….he said it wouldnt hurt anybody,
Rating: 4 / 5
You’ll cut yourself, not survive made in china BS… Quality is terrable.
The handle not connected to the blade properly, like 1/2 inch insite a handle connected thru soft plastic tread. Start use it and you’ll brake a handle…
Rating: 1 / 5
The description says that the larger knife in this set is a santoku. Somebody at Silvermark has an odd idea of what constitutes a santoku. I’m just sayin’.
Now that I’ve got that off my chest–I like that knife. I like it a lot. The paring knife blade strikes me as a little too thick for small work, which is why I’ve giving this set four stars instead of five. But the “santoku?” It’s fun to use. It does a good job with everyday food prep tasks, and honestly, the price is less than any other ceramic knife I’ve seen so far.
The blade sheathes are very useful if you keep a “knife drawer.” (I don’t. I have blocks. Lots and lots of blocks. There’s probably a 12-step program for people with the number of knife blocks I have.)
The “santoku” is practical, and as far as I’m concerned, is worth the price of the package if you NEVER use the paring knife. I have blades from Kyocera and Shenzhen, and honestly, I’m just as likely to pull the Silvermark from the block as I am the others when it’s time to prep vegetables or cut a loin into chops. (This knife also works as a carver.)
The usual caveats apply: don’t put these blades into the dishwasher. Don’t use the larger one to smash garlic cloves–get the steel blade out for that. Don’t use ceramic blades to pry bones or pop bone joints. Don’t use them to cut frozen foods. Slice unpeeled tomatoes with a metal blade if you’re impatient–I’ve found that ceramics tend to slip a little on the peel unless you take your time. (It’s a weight thing. Metal blades pull through the tomato skin better because they’re heavier. Nevertheless, you can do it with ceramic.) Don’t drop the knife onto a hard surface. (Better yet, don’t drop the knife–which is good advice with any knife.) Use wood or plastic cutting boards–not glass. Don’t cut on a ceramic or metal surface (not good for steel blades, either).
This ceramic knife set is the least expensive introduction to this sort of tool that I’ve seen so far. At this price it’s really hard to go wrong. You might eventually move on to the greater range of knife types provided by Shenzhen or Kyocera–but I’m betting you’ll get a lot of use out of the “santoku” for a long time.
One last thing: if you’re considering the resin-coated steel blades or non-stick blades, just get the ceramic. They’re pretty much non-stick already, and eventually all that fluorescent stuff is going to come off those other knives. Those blades will need sharpening before the ceramic will–that’s for darned sure.
Rating: 4 / 5
its a nice knife. not very sharp but it is pointy. its sturdy and has a lock that is very easy to close. the pin you push the knife open with is kind of hard to use but its very easy to close.its an overall nice knife with the only problems of the sharpness and the pin to open it with
Rating: 4 / 5
I bought this knife for a friend before going on a camping trip. The knife itself looks awesome–when you pull it out you’ll get some oohs and ahhs because of its size, accessories, and overall bada$$ appearance. As soon as my friend took one chop at a small tree, the whole blade broke off. Completely ruined our camping trip. We almost starved to death in the Colorado mountains. The piece that holds the knife and handle together is made of plastic and doesn’t provide any durability. The sheath and survival accessories inside the handle are pretty cool, but if you’re looking for a knife that you can actually use don’t buy it.
Rating: 2 / 5
when it was ordered for me it somehow was a miss understanding cause i NEVER got it , so my wife contacted the people and they sent me another in its place and i was so happy with what she bought she gave it to me early ! I am that please ! Thank you so much for a wonderful product .
Rating: 5 / 5
Looks nice. I like it. Great weight for its size.
in office.
I open an envelopes with it
Rating: 5 / 5
It’s great for the reasons others mention. But be forwarned that this knife is huge. It’s 15 inches long in total – more than my big 10-inch chef’s knife. Most standard knife blocks have only one slot that would hold a knife this big, and that’s the slot for your big chef’s knife.
My wife says this knife is way too big for her. She much prefers the Good Grips bread knife.OXO Good Grips 8″ Bread Knife
Rating: 4 / 5
The blades are supposed to “click” when you insert them but they do so very loosely. When trying to cut bread they slip off. I was very careful to make sure they were facing away from me and not near the powercord – loose, moving blades are not my idea of fun!
I spent a lot of time trying to make sure the blades were inserted correctly, but it apparently requires more brains or talent than I possess, so I am returning it. I am in a rage that Black&Decker made such a shoddy product (unless just mine is defective), and, with what seems to me, little real-life testing. I bought this product solely because of their brand name.
Rating: 1 / 5
Very good knife for the price. It is very sharp and sturdy. The only thing I do not like about it is the plastic face plates, which feel a little cheap, but in no way affects the knifes performance
Rating: 4 / 5
Hi, yes it does. When they call a knife a locking blade, they are referring to it locking when the blade is open, so it won’t close on your fingers. But they do also make them that lock it both positions.
Have fun on your camping trip.
I think that’s it. All of them I’ve ever seen or owned have only locked when opened, to make sure they don’t accidentally close on your fingers when you’re working with it.
This knife is great! it came well sharpened and it was in perfect condition. It was a little smaller than expected but high quality nonetheless.
Rating: 4 / 5
it prevents it from closing on u. if the knife is in good condition it shud not open by itself.
I purchased this knife for cutting home-made bread in a slicing-guide. While I liked the look and feel of the knife, it lasted about three days – after that the blade would “wiggle”, but wouldn’t actually cut anything. Amazon happily took a return, and I will be looking for another electric knife to try.
Rating: 1 / 5
The RH Forschner 10.25 inch Curved Blade Bread Knife is the BEST KNIFE EVER. I use it for chopping, slicing, mincing, carving – almost everything. It can be sharpened with a steel or stone and is cheap enough that when it lose s it serrated edge, just throw it away and buy another one.
Rating: 5 / 5
Was expecting this product at least a week after the shipping date. Somehow, never received it after more than three weeks later. Don’t know who the seller is but its very very bad customer service. Never received any notice, call, email, etc. on how/why the product never came^^/
Rating: 1 / 5
The lock is when open. This prevents the blade from folding and cutting you fingers when you hold and use it.
Perhaps I shouldn’t rate this knife because, though I just ordered it, I haven’t received it yet. It was rated by this month’s Cook’s Illustrated Magazine. They were assessing serrated knives by testing how they worked on four foods: bread and tomatoes, club sandwich, cake, and sticky dough. The top choice (when considering quality only, not price) of the two “highly recommended” choices was Wusthof Classic Bread Knife, 10 inches, but that knife costs $79.99. The second of the “highly recommended” choices was this knife. It got top ratings on all four types of foods, just like the Wusthof, but is $24.95, according to Cook’s. They gave it their “best buy” rating, which they give to their best choice, with price taken into account.
There was only one “recommended” choice, which is their next level down, and that knife, the Viking 10-inch serrated slicer, was $108.
I’ve never been steered wrong by Cook’s Illustrated. If you’re not familiar with it, they are a cooking magazine that uses a tests kitchen to test many varieties of a recipe, scientifically changing one factor at a time, until they get what they consider the ideal recipe. They also tell you at the start what the characteristics of the ideal recipe they are looking for is, so that if they are trying to get a crispy crust, and you don’t want that, you can look elsewhere. They also include in every issue a scientifically-done assessment of some type of cooking implement or gizmo.
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is AWFUL! It’s extremely bulky and heavy, but furthermore it’s not even sharp! Please,do yourself a favor and spend the extra $30-40 and get a Wusthof. Their knives are GREAT and they are a bit more expensive, but it’s WORTH IT, I promise!
Rating: 1 / 5
I bought this knife at Christmas, opened it to carve a roast beef on Easter Sunday… it worked for about 1.5 minutes then stopped working. Don’t waste your money on this lousy product.
Rating: 1 / 5
despite the high reviews of other users, i have found this knife to be dull and not worth the money.
Rating: 1 / 5
I’m older and have trouble with my hands. I had an expensive electric knife that was almost impossible to use. You had to fight to keep the button pushed. This knife is easy to use and makes a breeze out of cutting roasts, bread, anything! I love it!
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife has a heavy blade, it’s exceedingly sharp, and well balanced. The 10-inch+ length is plenty to cut homemade breads with ease. The Victorinox name is highly rated and puts quality into everything the manufacture.
Rating: 5 / 5
The 10 inch version of this knife is awkward to handle, and dangerous to use. The balance point is somewhere in the middle of the blade, rather than where one would normally grip a knife. Yes it’s sharp, but so are the cheap hollow ground blades you find at low end retailers.
I have cooked professionally as well as doing home cooking, so I’m not a stranger to using a knife. I find this particular knife unusable, and I am returning it.
Rating: 2 / 5
Bought this for my mother for a Christmas gift two years ago, based on strong reviews in Cook’s Illustrated. Arrived dull and does not sharpen well at all. Would NOT recommend.
Rating: 1 / 5
I bought this item after reading all the reviews about it and thought that it was a good deal. It was an amazing knife for the first few days, really sharp, precise cuts, even when cutting tomatoes, I didn’t really have to put any pressure on the knife, but after a week or so, it started turning blunt. Surprisingly so! So, unless you have a home knife sharpener, I do NOT recommend this product to anyone at all. I was pretty disappointed.
Rating: 1 / 5
Like many others, I bought this based on the reviews. The blade is nice and stiff, but the handle is not attached very well to the blade. When I try to lightly bend the blade, I can hear a little creaking noise… kinda scary when you’re trying to put some heavy duty use on it…
Rating: 3 / 5
This turned out to be a great knife! My husband loved it…felt good in his hand…he said.
Rating: 5 / 5
I thought that this knife was perhaps the best I have ever used. I was extremely pleased with the purchase. Great value!
Rating: 5 / 5
I have several different knives from this line. All the knives are lightweight yet well-balanced, and feel just great in the hand. They are very reasonably priced, too. They resharpen very well. I doubt I will ever buy another brand.
Rating: 5 / 5
I would try an army surplus store, they usually tend to carry these things and can give you a great deal on these sort of things.
Wow, this knife is amazing! You can, like, kill so many things and just keep on killin’ and killin’. Cut out hearts, testes, livers, eyeballs, earballs, just keep on cuttin’! I have the straight edge version of this knife, because let’s be honest – the serrated edge doesn’t really help in all this mess ‘a killin’, does it? No sir. This ain’t no survival knife – it’s a combat knife. So in all seriousness, if you love you some killin’ – you need this knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
ebay
Try any military surplus store, there are tons of them on line. If they don’t have one in stock they can order it for you. Also try gun shows.
This is a great knife. I now wish I had purchased the 8 inch one. The 10 inch sticks up out of my knife holder.
Rating: 4 / 5
I ordered this one, and it is exactly what it claims to be.
And, based on that, it thus gets five stars.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is the best knife ever made. You won’t find a better knife for twice the price.
Rating: 5 / 5
Good Quality Does the job A full utility knife. Few scratches on outside coating
Rating: 5 / 5
I purchased the BK-2 over the summer, and since its arrival I have used and abused it. I was so impressed with outdoor tasks that one would typically want a knife like this for that I decided to TRY to kill it. From chopping wood to punching a hole in a junkyard car door, then prying said hole open, this knife shows little signs of fatigue.
If you want a solid, heavy duty knife, go with the BK-2. It’ll outlive anything else you’ve got.
Rating: 5 / 5
I’ve purchased a few knives in my time. The Becker companion is the most rugged knife I have ever seen for the price. Also I am a bit picky about the sheath and handle of a knife, both are exceptional on the companion.
Rating: 5 / 5
The Ka-Bar is legendary and for good reason. They are one of the best utility / survival knives made. Another benefit is that the knife is 100% American made, therefore you help support American business. From the woods of America, war-torn Europe and the jungles of Vietnam, the Ka-Bar is still carried by troops in today’s conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq, a testament to their status and reputation.
If you want to give it to somebody as a gift, search more extensively for other Ka-Bar knives that commemorate historical military events or are marked for the specific branch of service (Army, Marines, Navy, I believe Air Force and Coast Guard ones can be had as well). For a civilian, any Ka-Bar knife will do just fine.
Rating: 5 / 5
The Buck Folding Hunter knife is a replacement for one stolen from my luggage at an airport.
Rating: 5 / 5
I saw a good deal on their price. I ordered 5 of the knives. A week later I get a notice my order was cancelled. Cancel them..Buy somewhere else where you may actually get the product at the price they advertise.
Rating: 1 / 5
After much internet research, I’ve found an excellant and reasonably priced survival knife. You don’t have to spend an arm and a leg. Can’t wait to try it out. Fits nice and snug in the sheath. I’m happy with the handles, but I’ve seen after-market Micarta replacements. Amazon shipped the knife in a timely manner.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great knife. Built like a tank. Right out of the box it was nice and sharp. Simple design, nothing can really go wrong… except maybe some rust if you don’t put vegetable oil on it after use around water or moisture. Use vegetable oil so you can cut food with it, unless you like the taste of WD-40!
Great steel. Great sheath. Great balance. Great price. Buy it. You will like it too.
Rating: 5 / 5
I am a “newbie” buschrafter. Up until I bought this knife, I only owned pocket knives. But after viewing many videos on “buschcrafting” on YouTube, I felt compelled to get a decent knife. This knife is great. I used it for “batoning”/splitting wood. I know I will not outgrow this knife anytime soon (probably not in my lifetime). As other reviewers have stated, this is one “solid knife”. I am very pleased with my purchase. Looking forward to years of service as I gain experience. In my opinion the value of this knife can not be beat.
Rating: 5 / 5
I don’t know how good this knife is but I placed order from Amazon and one week later Amazon sent me cancellation email without any explanation. Bad Amazon…
Rating: 1 / 5
This is a cool knife it does not rused and it is off of the video game called splinter cell i rilly think you should buy this knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
I wouldn’t try to take this fine knife to the airport and have someone steal it on me. I would leave mine at home. I love this knife. I sold the ones that I had years ago when I was much younger. I bought it for fishing and hunting and protection. What a fine made product Made in the USA !!!!!! Just like a Zippo lighter made in the GOOD OLD USA!!!! I highly recommend this knife to anyone. Enjoy it.
Rating: 5 / 5
I got one of these knives from my grand father and My dad when I was a kid. I still have this knife and keep it in my living room to open packages and stuff. How ever I wouldent realy by another one except maby for a kid because it takes a Long time to get it to where you dont need 2 hands to open it. it is also heavy in your pocket and with no clip it clunks around with your keys and stuff. The brass can corrode some times too. This knife is a classic and good for a boyscout or something like that but for adults who want to carry their knives alot and not have to be forced to use two hands to open there are many better alternatives. Though this knife is well made and WILL last for years and years without batting an eyelash.
Rating: 3 / 5
small buck lock back knife; great knife , only disappointment in a “buck” product is that it was made in china and not the united states! ed gracia, ca.
Rating: 4 / 5
This blade is very fast, the grip is great, and the thumb studs are fantastic. My only criticism is that the blade isn’t all that sharp, but you can always sharpen it.
Rating: 4 / 5
I got this knife because my friend gave me the money and i ordered it for him, so upon it being on the doorstep, he runs inside, opens it, and pulls it out while still sheathed. i quickly snatch it from him and feel the sharpness. Upon reaching the serrated edge i said “hey this serrated edge isn’t even sharp” as i was rubbing my fingers up and down the serrated blade. In a few second, needless to say i feel and hear a big “SHHUTT” from my hand and theres blood all over my cut finger i quickly grab a paper towel and wipe up the blood and grab a couple band aids (except i used masking tape)
Rating: 5 / 5
Without any question, this Buck knife is the best knife that I have ever owned. Opens and closes with just one hand, very sharp and is lightweight to boot. Fits my hand well and this knife is an absolute bargain. Too bad it was manufactured in China. Still love it !
Rating: 5 / 5
cheap and sturdy. Does not open quickly, but works well as a EDC knife, small and handy. razor sharp blade.. but it will not stand to any heavy duty task. As a collector i love the shape and design. i call it the baby face assassin…
Rating: 4 / 5
Honestly the best knife I have ever owned. I’ve bought one for all my friends and family, and believe me, I can carry any knife I want. (I work for a major US knife company and I get very good prices on them.)
Rating: 5 / 5
I have owned several Kershaw folders over many years. There is no question that this knife is a great tool, but just knowing some differences might make it a better fit. The clip holds like crazy! so if you are pulling it in and out of your pocket all day it takes some getting used to. The handle texture is like nothing else I’ve seen, very unlikely to slip out of your hand. But if you put your hand in your pocket it will rub against and that can be irritating. I like that the point is not as narrow as other Kershaws, way more robust. To reiterate, this review is all positive and this knife will perform in every way. I would buy this knife again.
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife looks intimidating and mean. But right out of the package it wouldn’t harm a fly. Needed some major sharpening. That’s the price of getting a knife online but it is easily fixed. On the whole its impressive…worth the money…cheaper than anywhere else and I shopped around
Rating: 3 / 5
This knife is very well made, and holds a extremely fine edge. The spring assist is a very nice feature. It is a bit large for carry in a front pocket, but with the clip works well in a back pocket. I would recommend this to anyone that is looking for a large, quality folding knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
I love this knife, and I am so happy I bought it. After I lost my pocket knife, I began looking around for something I liked. I wanted a black knife, with no serated edge, and came across the black blur while looking around on Amazon. I had never heard of the SpeedSafe mechanism before, so had no idea really what it was. I liked the look of the knife though, so bought it.
It is a little larger than most folding knives, but I like the size. For those who have no clue what SpeedSafe is, it is a non-spring opening device inside, which opens your blade faster than you could with your finger. It is awesome, you supply little force on the stub, and it swings open the rest in a blink of an eye.
I highly recommended to anyone! Easy to sharpen, and stays sharp. Use it for hunting, every day life, etc. I carry it everywhere.
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is one of the best knives I have ever purchased! It comes very sharp and its a really hard blade. But the only downside is that it dulls quickly.
Rating: 3 / 5
I bought 4 Forschner knives for my mother so I could have some workable cutlery when I cooked for her. My own knives are Wusthof Classic and I like their slim handles and blade heavy balance. The 8″ Forschner cook’s knife felt clumsy at first with a light blade and fat handle, but turned out to be a very serviceable bargain. The 5″ mini-chef is a very good utility knife. The 6″ chef knife doesn’t have enough blade/handle clearance for chopping and is too long and clumsy to be a useful utility knife.
Rating: 2 / 5
I’ve got an old Buck folding knife I bought for camping, back in… what was it? 1975 or so. Still rock solid.
Here is another one. Clearly Buck quality. Sharp as a razor. I learned to open it with one hand in about 20 minutes.
This little puppy will be around long after I am gone. May it always have a responsible owner.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a good looking knife with a sharp blade. It would be a perfect pocket knife if the handle were not so thick. The handle is 14mm wide. This is just enought to put a buldge in your pocket. By conteast a knife by Victornox with an identical length blade has a width of 9.5mm.
Rating: 3 / 5
I have grave reservations regarding writing a review of the Forschner 6″ Chef’s knife because so many buyers seem to love it. I, on the other hand, cannot stand this knife. I am an old guy and have gone through many stages of knife ownership in my life. They are more or less as follows: cheapest thing that can cut a carrot, inexpensive stainless steel (pretty but difficult to sharpen and keep sharp), inexpensive carbon steel (not pretty but easy to sharpen and keep sharp), basic Henckels, Henckels Professional S series, and finally Wusthof Classics with an overrated Shun thrown in here and there.
I was intrigued, however, when the Forschner 8″ Chef’s knife kept winning accolades and I bought one just out of curiosity. It’s a great knife and anyone in their right mind would recommend it- cheap, sharp, well designed, and easy to use. No beauty queen but a solid kitchen tool that gets the job done. A really good value for the 8″ crowd.
But 8″ for me is about cutting up big heads of collards or slicing watermelons, not mincing garlic or chopping onions so I thought, “Why not try the 6″ Forschner since you like the 8″ so much”. And here the story goes tragically south. I really don’t know how to put this in a neutral Amazon review type of way and realize this is simply my take but I cannot STAND this knife. Yes, it cuts carrots, bones chicken, and it’s cheap. It’s possibly perfect as an only knife if you’re in college or don’t want to spend more than $16, but anyone who appreciates the joy and aesthetic of good cutlery is probably not going to be super happy with this choice. I think it’s awkward to use and basically a stupid knife that does nothing well. Sorry. My expensive Shun 3.5″ vegetable Alton’s Angle paring knife is another ridiculous knife.
Before you buy the Forschner 6″ Chef’s knife, you might want to try the Wusthof 4066/12cm Classic utility knife, the Wusthof Grand Prix II 4040/12cm utility knife, the Wusthof Classic 4582/16cm Cook’s knife, or the Wusthof Grand Prix II 4585/16cm Cook’s knife. I personally prefer the Wusthof knives over the Henckles because I like a lighter knife.
I know, I know…the Wusthof’s are not cheap and, yes, the Forschner 6″ would be a better choice to have at a fish camp or the Boy Scout Retreat, but, as a day to day knife I want to partner with in the kitchen, it’s just not going to happen. It’s the only knife I’ve ever owned that I gave away…gladly.
Rating: 2 / 5
I have heard a lot how people say how this knife is really sharp. Well, my knife has some problems with the straight part after the curve and before the serrations. It is dull. Not even sharp enough to break the skin under moderate pressure while rubbing (yes, I tried this to test the sharpness).
The tip is like a pin though. It is sharp. The curve is also really sharp, like a razor. The serrations are also decent, but some parts are sharper than others. I don’t know if my knife just has a defect, but it does not hold up to the hype.
It is however VERY well built, fits comfortably in the hand, well balanced, and can definitely do some damage to anything that comes in its way.
Rating: 4 / 5
I purchase both the 6″ and the 8″ knifes of the same series. They are great value for the price and definitly make cooking work faster and easier than before. One shortcoming, the knife need to be sharpen every 3-weeks in order to maintain the same cutting smoothness as it came from the factory. but again, great knife for the price.
Rating: 4 / 5
I have a Henckel’s. It’s about $80 or so, but worth it. It goes through angel food cake like there isn’t anything there at all. I’ve had it maybe 20 years and you can still cut bread with it right out of the oven (which I never do!)
Bought one of these and struck the flint twice and it broke off. Returned the knife and got another, just in case it was some sort of fluke to have it break so easily. The second knife flint did the exact same thing and I knew then that I couldn’t trust the quality of this item to help save my life.
Better off with a good quality knife, a Swedish Steel and a seperate whistle… Don’t forget means to make a shelter and acquire water, so as to fulfill the first needs to satisfy the rule of 3s (minutes without oxygen/hours of exposure/days without water/weeks without food). Some would argue that it should be a rule of 4s, but you get the point…
Rating: 1 / 5
best knife for the price….others are better, but cost alot more
Rating: 4 / 5
I am super unhappy with this purchase. I bought the knife that was on the amazon add because it was the right knife. I ordered it for my sons birthday because it was just like my knife and it was supposed to be a special gift him. You get the idea? It wasn’t the cheapest one available either. I could have gotten the one that arrived for alot cheaper if it was what I wanted. So basically, Amazon dropped the ball big time on my sons birthday present and I am likely to tell everyone that I can, ever chance I get how this has turned out to this point. Unless someone makes an effort to make it right. So far I have been ignored. Thanks for the opprotunity to tell about it.
Rating: 2 / 5
Had I known it was possible to fall in love with a set of knives, I would have given up my eharmony membership long ago. (Just kidding) I have a set of Calphalon Contemporary knives and thought they were great. After reading an online review at a reputable cooking site however, I bought this set for a friend. (Price to quality ratio was well-reviewed) OMG, everything you cut is like butta (except for butter itself which is like watta) Whether you buy the set or just the pieces you need, I cannot recommend these knives enough.
Oh, and though I love them to much to do so, I believe they are dishwasher safe.
Rating: 5 / 5
While this is a greart knife and my son loves it, after only two weeks the speed safe know longer works. It appears to be a plastic stop and has bent, no longer keeping the blade safe inside the knife, we plan to exchange it and if it happens again, look for another knife.
Rating: 2 / 5
I’ve owned and traded over a hundred high-quality knives over thirty years, most often custom-make and priced today at a bare minimum of $300. But it seems that factory produced knives are making great strides, with this model as an example.
My opinion, this is an excellent combination knife and tool for its purpose. Grind and steel are excellent. Liner lock is ideal for its function. LED is amazingly tiny and functional. Grip and finish details are nice. Plastic components are good material.
I have only one ironic criticism. The stainless alloy in the blade does not provide an adequate spark from the magnesium rod. A lower grade steel sparks far better. It’s not a fundamental problem, just something the owner needs to know so they can carry a short piece of hacksaw blade or some other odd piece of steel to work the firestarter.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have what was supposedly this exact same knife at my winter house. I bought it a few years ago and I love it. When I decided I needed a knife for my summer house I looked at all the fancy ones and decided that my Spanish-made Henkels was still the best way to go. So I ordered this one. What a disappointment! My older knife is about 3/16″ to 1/4″ thick. It has heft and good balance. This pathetic excuse for a chef’s knife is only about 1/8″ thick. Yeah, I know that the marketing people like to be able to use words like “now lighter weight!” or “easier on your wrists!” in their advertisements, but this is ridiculous. There are lots of lightweight “chef’s” knives out there. How about just one really good, heavy, well-balanced one?
I guess I’ll probably send this flimsy thing back and keep using my crappy boning knife until I can find a good chef’s knife in an antique store somewhere…
Rating: 1 / 5
I just received my knife and like it a lot, BUT, the first thing I wanted to do, after learning how to use it, was to take off the pocket clip. At first glance, it’s held on by very small phillips screws, but it turns out to be tiny allen head screws. Who has those size wrenches? You would think they would spend a few cents to include the tiny wrench necessary to remove the clip, especially since one of their selling points is that the clip is “easily” reversible!!
Rating: 3 / 5
I ordered this knife because of the great review America’s Test Kitchen gave to the 8″ version. I was taking a chance because the 6″ knife wasn’t mentioned in the review and it has paid off very well. This knife is sharp, light, and perfect for my hand. It slices, dices, chops and in general does everything a knife is called upon to do. I wouldn’t use it for boning, skinning, or whittling because I don’t do any of those things. But, for cutting up an onion this one is perfect.
Rating: 5 / 5
For backpacking I used to bring 2 keylights, a survival knife and a magnesium bar. Now I am switching to one keylight and this SLP2 Pro only, plus one set of backup batteries. The folding knife, magnesium bar and whistle work great. The design is pretty impressive, lightweight and you can carry safely on your pocket. It’s a must inside the tent at night.
I ordered first the SL3, but then I realized that for some more bucks I could have the SLP2 with integrated LED light and save some more space/weight in the backpack. I returned the SL3 to Amazon which refunded me in full except the handling fee since the product was not defective.
Rating: 5 / 5
Good cutting edge on the blade, I was impressed. Maybe not top-of-the-line, according to some people, but far better than any pocket knife I have ever had.
Somewhat tricky to open one-handed, you have to practice if you don’t want to fumble. Impossible to close one-handed, but that is probably on purpose, it locks open very steadily.
I haven’t lost the attachment yet, although it HAS fallen out a few times, but I expect to sooner or later. The flashlight is cute, but turns on sometimes because it gets turned. The flint DOES strike sparks, but you’d probably have to get some serious tinder to make use of that fact!
Rating: 4 / 5
This is great to throw in the back pack, the hunting vest or glove compartment. While I wouldn’t use this as my primary, go-to knife, it is well built and keeps a good edge. What makes it valuable is the LED light (which is amazingly bright), emergency whistle and the firestarter stick – all in a nice, compact combo knife package.
Good price – lots of value – great for your bug out emergency kit.
Rating: 4 / 5
Very heavy. Hard to open and figure out. But it’s got everything you would ever need. They need to get rid of them cork screws!! Who ever uses them anyways!
Rating: 3 / 5
It’s been month since I bought it. I have used it to cut meat and vegetables. So far it haven’t lost its sharpness.
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife has a great design and is a perfect everyday utility knife. It is sleek and easy to carry in a pocket. The assisted open works great. My only complaint is that I could have used a little more sharpness.
Rating: 4 / 5
I returned the item because the web pix showed a built in pliers and the item received did not have it. The pix above is not the one that you had posted when I ordered.
In any case I was happy with the return treatment and it gies me confidence in future purchases.
Rating: 1 / 5
I like the look and feel and it certainly sharp. I haven’t owned one of these type of knives before and maybe for that reason I can’t for the life of me figure out how to close it once opened. There doesn’t seam any automatic way to disengage it from the locking groove at the front of the knife and since it is so sharp and the handle small I am afraid to put a whole lot of pressure to force it back in to place. So on instinctive operation I give it the 3 stars
Rating: 3 / 5
This item is very heavy = no one would want to carry it around in pants pocket or any where else. Items so hard to get out that I can’t get all of them opened as I have problems with my aging hands.
Rating: 1 / 5
J A Henckels has a portfolio of knives but only the top ranges are made in Germany, some come from Spain and others from China and Taiwan. I suspect the International range comes from China. I have this knife – it works well – but when I put it against a WMF Spitzenklasse Chef’s Knife I see the difference. The blade is thinner, the bolster smaller, and the weight appreciably less.
I like to feel some weight in this knife so I can balance it when chopping, so i tend towards heavier knives. I would love a Wuesthof but price is forbidding, and so the Henckels International is a good option.
Wikipedia has a piece on Henckels worth reading
Rating: 4 / 5
The Leek is a wonderful knife, but its sword-like point is subject to breakage. (Throwing the knife into a wooden target will invariably break the tip–which is what happened to two of my Leeks!) Fortunately, Kershaw lives up to its lifetime guarantee policy and quickly replaced both of my broken knives with brand-new ones, no questions asked. I just shipped them the knife, explaining what happened, and a week later got back a new knife.
The knife itself opens beautifully, though I’ve found that the liner lock sometimes sticks and isn’t that easy to depress with one hand.
Rating: 4 / 5
The quality of this knife is almost as nice as the German made Henckels. For the money it’s OK. I personally feel that the handle is way too heavy. …
Rating: 3 / 5
I have purchased several of these knives. What happens is that I take one deer hunting and all of my buddies want one so I sell the one I have and buy some more. This knife holds and edge very well and can be sharpen to a razor’s edge! It is very sturdy and smooth. I particularly like the secondary lock that keeps the knife closed when in a pant pocket. Nice touch Kershaw!
Rating: 5 / 5
It’s good enough for me,I really like it very much.
Everybody shuod chose this I think.
Rating: 5 / 5
Its a Must have for Any non professional, or an student chef, Exelent Knife well balanced.
Rating: 4 / 5
no complaints, no praises…other than it cuts bread. When I shopped, this seemed like the best priced bread knife. It works perfectly, but if there’s cheaper out there…unless you’re set on the looks of this one, get the cheaper one. They’re bread knives – they have to be very good to do what they’re supposed to do.
Rating: 5 / 5
It worked nicely for the first week, and then all the screws in the handle fell off. I had to superglue the belt clip back on also because it’s screws started loosening up. Don’t buy.
Rating: 1 / 5
This is a very nice knife, it opens very fast and is extremely sharp. The only thing I don’t like about it is that the tip of the blade is very thin and can snap easily, mine snapped a couple of weeks after I bought it, it is definitely not a knife for rough use. Other than that it is an awesome knife!
Rating: 4 / 5
I really like this knife, also the price was really good, but when I opened the package the knife was a kind of scratched on the red part.
Rating: 3 / 5
After owning several knives with 4″+ blades, I decided it was time for a knife a little smaller, but still with a somewhat aggressive design. Based on price, shape, and reviews, this Leek was the best option. When I first got it, I was a little disappointed because the spring assist often failed to open the blade all the way (the spring is only in effect from about 40º to 95º of being opened. However, after a couple days of opening and closing it, the knife got broken in and it now opens completely every time.
I know this isn’t a permanent quality about the knife so usually I wouldn’t mention it, but this knife is SHARP! I have an unused current model Spyderco Edura which is downright dull by comparison. The tip is also the sharpest I’ve ever seen on a knife. The downside to this is it’s rather delicate, and I broke a small bit of the tip off within the first week, but it’s really only noticeable under a microscope and it still has the sharpest point I’ve seen.
The pocket clip comes attached for point down carry, which is opposite of many higher-end folders. Using a T6 torx bit, the clip can be switched for point up carry (cannot switch right and left side though). However, I felt this knife was better suited for point down carry- one of the reasons being that for point up, much more of the knife is exposed above the pocket. The frame lock is solid and great. There is a safety tab at the point end of the frame that slides over the tip of the blade to keep it from opening. I keep this in the disengaged position though. You may have to tighten the torx screw on this safety to keep it from accidentally sliding back into the safe position.
Rating: 5 / 5
This thing is great. Used to I had to pitch a loaf or two because my butter knife’s serrated edge just didn’t cut it. Then I found this low cost alternative, and pow my bread is sliced up like a bowel full of jelly. Also, the O.J. Simpson case knife styling is not hard to tell. I often think of myself as O.J. as I slice my helpless bread loaf victims to shreds.
Rating: 5 / 5
These is a good knife and yes, the grip is excelent.
But, it get rusty very easily. It’s a shame.
Rating: 3 / 5
when i first got this knife(i ordered the two knifes)good price like 13 bucks for both of them well i opened the box and i was impressed they were in good condition when i first got them they were fairly sharp and sturdy and theyre pretty big to but after about a month they both started breakin down and i didnt do any cutting with them i just carried them around well any ways the screws that held the knife in place started comin lose i had to actually replace the screws the knives became wobbily and the the little support screw that held it in place to not fold back just fell out of nowhere i had to replace that to…..well i think theyre good knives if u keep tighten it and make sure everythings nice and tight theyre good knives for the price for camping or any rough cutting it can probably do the job just make sure its sturdy
Rating: 3 / 5
Check out eknifeworks.com, they carry a bunch of quality brands for good prices. I own knives from CRKT, SOG, Smith&Wesson, Buck,and Cold Steel to name a few. I can easily say they are all great knives, work well and all hold wickedly sharp edges.With decent care most of these knives will last a very long time.
Buy a low priced carbon steel knife for use in the field, chances are you are going to lose it anyway. If Opinel knives are available where you live, buy one, any size that suits you, make sure it is carbon steel though. Stainless knives look nice, but are difficult to sharpen and do not hold the edge for long in my experience. I have an Opinel in every hunting jacket pocket, the usual procedure is to use one to gut a rabbit, deer etc. stick it in the ground and forget to pick it up. I would say that $45 is too much to spend on a working knife, Opinels sell here in the UK for around $15-$20, depending on size. Buy two !
I did not purchase this knife from amazon, but I *do* own the knife and carry it with me daily. I purchased it after a buddy of mine bought one for use in the military as a utility-knife, and I saw how well it performed for him. It is a beautiful, sleek knife that can stand up to some pretty harsh use. The flat blade makes it easy to sharpen. The assist opening is fast, and sturdy – you’ll be amazed that it isn’t an Italian-stiletto switchblade with how fast it is (thanks in part to the finger-pull tab section of the blade that you use to open the knife). There is no wobbling of the blade when its open. The only real issue that I’ve seen so far was that the safety latch can get loose over time, but that is easily fixed with a torx driver. The 3″ blade makes it legal to carry for regular use as a pocket knife. If you need a small, light, sturdy knife that’s great for utility work, camping, and pretty much anything else you can think of, this knife will not disappoint.
Rating: 5 / 5
If you don’t like to sharpen a knife try this one.
http://www.knivesplus.com/gerberknifegb-41548.html
I have one and it’s light and makes a good all around work knife.
If it get dull trash the blade and insert another one.
It takes normal box knife blades that you can get anywhere.
I got mine at Wal-Mart for around $10.00.
D58
Hunting with Rifle, Pistol, Muzzle loader and Bow for over 3 decades.
Reloading Rifle, Pistol and shotgun for over 3 decades.
Please be aware this is not a J.A. Henckels knife. It is a very cheap imitation and not worth a cent!
Rating: 1 / 5
This is a great knife. Closed, this folding knife is five and a half inches long, one and a half inches wide, and a third of an inch thick. It fits easily into a pocket or a pocket book. Open, the blade is four inches long. It weighs about as much as a ceramic coffee cup.
I read other comments about the Matrix Knife being hard to open. The package came today and out
of the box, new and not used, I put it into my right hand and snapped my wrist outwards to the right, and
it snapped open and locked in the blink of a eye. It felt good in my hand. It is a real knife.
I put pressure on the back of the knife and it was secure and tightly locked. The design is well
thought out. If you were attacked by a cougar in the mountains, the blade would be in your hands
within a second, and the edge of the sharp part of the blade closest to your hand has a blood drip line, so your will not get blood on yourself or soil your clothes. The drip zone is the serrated part of the blade which is curved. Just think of the Gurkha blade design and look at one of those knifes on Amazon.com.. That Gurkha Knife has a blood drip notch also on the inner curve and close to the handle. They call that knife a Khukuri.
The Khukuri look very similar to the Spartan Sword used by the troops of Alexander The Great.
The Matrix has stainless 440 CHINA stamped on the blade. It is a quality product. I would buy it again.
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is of excellent value both in price and quality. As with other items from the OXO Professional line of cutlery it has proven to be a very useful and versatile knife in prep work for the kitchen.
Rating: 5 / 5
Smith and Wesson SWAT folders. I got mine about 3 years ago and it has never failed me. I chose that over Cold Steel and I love Cold Steel. I got my S&W for about 40 dollars. The larger one. My buddy picked up the serrated one for about the same price. http://myknifestore.net/sw-knives-c-35.html has them for 33.00. Good luck
For $15.32, it is a steal for such a fine OXO product. I ordered two, one for myself and one for my brother.
Rating: 5 / 5
Ace you are asking a lot for minimal outlay of greenbacks.
My favorite folding knife is a Buck M-110 Folding Hunter, followed by K-Bar, and Columbia River Knife & Tool folding knives.
Try Atlanta Cutlery, and Smokey Mountain Knifeworks sites.
Doc
My preference is Cold Steel but I don’t know if they make a folder for under $45. Smith and Wesson makes a great knife for under $45. Just be sure that you stick with carbon steel blades and, whatever you do, DO NOT get a serrated blade. They are a pain in the butt to work with and are extremely difficult to sharpen properly. They may be OK for cutting rope or such things but as a hunting knife, I can tell you that they really suck. I know, I have one and it spends all its days in a box at home. I will never take it into the woods and I don’t have the heart to give it to a friend. Before ordering any knife, be sure to actually handle one and look it over carefully to be sure that it is the size that you want; too large and it will become uncomfortable to carry in your pocket, too small and it won’t do the job. Does the handle fit your hand comfortably? Does the blade open and close smoothly? Is the handle material something that can stand up to actual use in the woods or is it just for show? Will the handle get slippery when you get blood on it and become a dangerous thing ready to slice open your hand? You can do this at the better sporting goods stores, knife shops, or knife and gun shows. As for the best place to find a good knife on line, I don’t know which place is best. Just search around and see who has the best prices.
I bought this and have had it for a month now. When I received it, I was disappointed because the blade was not sharp at all. I had to sharpen it myself. Also, the blade is hard to unfold and I have to apply a lot pressure to release the blade. If I were to be attacked by a criminal, I wouldnt have time to open the blade in time to defend myself. Other than that, I liked the size of it, but thats about it.
Rating: 3 / 5
Well i was looking for a good knife for a brunch i was having. I was making locs and stake. I tryed 2 other knifes but they just couldn’t cut it. So before giving up i gave it one last try. It cuts anything like a hot knife thourgh butter. It saved me and it can save you too. If yor looking for a high quilty peice of cookware this is it.
Rating: 5 / 5
I’d agree with most other reviews – the handle is nice and the blade chops food. But it does feel like a $15 knife – don’t expect a Sabatier for this price. The metal feels too light for me (weight does help chopping veg), and there’s a roughness to the blade’s edge that doesn’t feel ‘high quality’ to me.
So it’s OK, but I’ll probably spend a bit more on a different brand when this gets blunt.
Rating: 3 / 5
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I prefer a fixed blade simply due to easy clean up after use.
Let me start off by saying this is one of the biggest folders you’ll ever see. If you’re wanting an EDC (every day carry) blade look elsewhere because in my humble opinion its a bit on the large side for that. However it is a nice knife for some rough work not necessarily because it’s tough (its not flimsy either) but because its so cheap. I used mine as a pry tool to pull up some bricks in my yard. Of course I broke the tip off but for twelve bucks it performed pretty well. This knifes greatest strength is its price. You know you only paid twelve bucks for it so your not afraid to use it roughly. I know when I buy “rough use” knives for 70 bucks I’m actually afraid to go and use it roughly because I don’t want to have thrown 70 bucks away. It’s not a bad buy really, nothing special, just a larger than average folder. 3 stars.
Rating: 3 / 5
I LOVE THIS KNIFE!!!! Actually I have at lease six of the OXO knives and I love them all. They are lightweight and sharp which makes them a breeze to use. The no-slip grip is amazing even when your hand is covered with butter. It doesn’t slip. In addition OXO offers 100% satisfaction guarantee. I had one break away from the handle and they replaced it FREE OF CHARGE even after I told them the knife was 8 years old. This is a can’t miss product from a can’t miss company. I highly recommend these knives.
Rating: 5 / 5
A few years ago, my wife bought me a Kodi-Pak for Father’s day. It consists of a fixed blade knife w/guthook, a caping knife and saw all in a nice leather carrying case with belt loop. They all have rubber checkered handles to aid in gripping when things get messy and they keep their edge well. It was one of the best gifts I ever received and I never go hunting without it. You can buy them at places like Cabelas or Bass Pro or get it cheaper at ebay.
Folders are handier to wear on your belt (especially if you’re in and out of a vehicle a lot) and safer (if you fall on one) and highlt popular. Fixed-blade knives are stronger and easier to clean. You’re likely to get a somewhat better fixed-blade knife for the same amount of money as a folder because they’re cheaper to make. Personally, I’ve always used fixed blades.
For starters don’t get a knife with a gut hook waste of time and money….
As for fixed or folder I’d suggest getting one that feels good in your hand… Don’t limit to one blade or another go by how it feels when you handle it.. Thats the important factor, and the type of blade.. As long as it feels good when your skinning and works thats what you should do.
Hope that helps
It looks like a lower quality product from J.A. Henckels. The knife is heavier and thicker than I expected. Not much to say about this product.
Rating: 3 / 5
i have used many brands. knives of alaska were the worst.they break extremely easy.they are way over priced also.thes best is the buck alpha hunter with a gut hook. they are very sturdy and made really well. they come at a great price also.
—-retired texas deputy sheriff—-
bought this for my boyfriend he was very excited, and checked the edge and all that right away, good knife for whittling or carving.
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Rating: 5 / 5
not being a chauvinist but my wife is 5-2 and this knife is the perfect size and weight for her.
well balanced and sharp.
Rating: 5 / 5
Excellent knife for working with vegetables, potatoes, chicken, meats or cold cuts, etc. Blade stays sharp and regains its edge quickly with a few strokes on a steel. Handle is comfortable and ballance is great. I especially like it as I have rather large hands and the knife is comfortable to hold and operate. It is well made and has held up well.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a Buck knife. Anyone who knows knives, know that this will last for your lifetime, and probably your kids’ lives.
I got my first Buck knife, an alpha-hunter: Buck 277 Folding Alpha Hunter, Rosewood Handle, Liner Lock Folding Knife with Leather Sheath, from my father in law for my birthday, and will be handing it down to my children.
I bought this knife for my best friend for his birthday. It is a great knife, and I would recommend Buck Knives to anyone looking for a good hunting knife.
Rating: 4 / 5
i was hesitant to buy this knife. I am glad i did. it is sharp out of the box, as all Gerber knives are. feels good in your hands and i have very large hands, so this is a bonus for anyone with large hands. i like the straight edge, it has been difficult to find a nice fulltang blade w/out serrations. nice knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
Best non automatic knife on the market, Kershaw manufactures an EXCELLENT blade. Its the only knife I carry except for my Boker Auto. (For dress up occasions
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Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is ninja. Definitely a man’s pocket knife…sharp out of the box, lighting fast speed assist, solid lock-out, and ready to go. I did the free super-saver shipping and got it sooner than expected. Instructions to operate and maintain simple and with correct sharpening method included. Fits very nice in pocket side with clip (reversible also). I carry this knife all the time and I can’t hear other people talking because of the sound of how awesome this knife is.
Rating: 5 / 5
I purchased this knife as a more “traditional” pocket knife to carry on certain occasions. It is honestly a bit heavy for pocket carry, because it is sturdy and thick; however, that is why a sheath also comes with it. Regardless, I am very happy with my purchase, and would recommend Buck Knives to anyone who would want a quality knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
a great knife!!!! it has a great weight and a nice balance. very sharp and stays that way for a long time. very reliable and has a durable sheath too. would recommend it fr any outdoorsman as a utility knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have been looking at this knife for a while a now and finally received it as a gift. This knife is as good as I hoped it would be as it feels very sturdy and well made, and also relatively light. I love the clip that is on the knife, which makes it easy to slide it onto my pocket. This knife carries very well and not very noticeable in your pocket. The knife as a whole is very thin and does not take up too much room in your pocket either. These knives are made in the U.S.A. and done so with quality. This is the best feeling knife I have seen in a long time. The spring loaded blade opens with ease using only one finger. The blade is out quick, and also locks in place very nicely. The blade is very sturdy and very sharp. All in all I am very pleased with the knife and I am happy to finally have a knife that I actually like to carry around with me.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great knife and love its size! Handle is perfect for good grip, and it has a slight weigh in it for stability while using. Not too big, not too small, just perfect for many different foods. OXO rules!
Rating: 5 / 5
Everything worked out really well!
The product met my expectations and it has really been a pleasure doing business with this seller through Amazon! – Great product by the way!
Rating: 5 / 5
I ordered this and 6 other similar knives that have sets under $200 and are well reviewed.
pros: I have to say for the price, after a good sharpening, its an excellent blade, it appears Cast or Forged, though its sold on some sites as Stamped, the shoulder has no joint so it would need to be stamped from 1/2″ or bigger stock, so might as well be forged as it is thick and sturdy. its held the edge well, it came fairly sharp, but a little work in a simple sharpener made it almost perfect. handle is super comfy.
I like alot about it, its been run through the dishwasher a few times, no rust, or spots, If you are going to use in the dishwasher, use a heated dry cycle or remove immediately to wipe dry, we are using Electrasol all in 1 Gelpacs, 1 or 2 per load depending on whats in there.
Cons: the rubbery handles may be a food/water trap, only time will tell on that one, they appear fairly snug, but pliable, i’ve been keeping an eye on it and its not been an issue so far but I’d suspect the dishwasher forcing water up there with soap in it will cause rust eventually. just my opinion though. if you plan to hand wash, I wouldn’t be too concerned, because its a tight enough setup that this won’t be an issue in hand washing.
Rating: 4 / 5
This knife is sturdy, sharp, simple, and rugged. What more could you ask for in a $20 knife?
Rating: 5 / 5
It’s a Buck and a keeper. The gold coloring wears off quickly but this is a great knife. Heavy duty, I’ve had knives break or fall apart on me lately. Gerbers and such, but the Buck is where it’s at. The price is nice as well.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this knife to use while hunting or camping. I like the size and general design of this knife. It has a very solid feel. I’m just not happy with the edge it has from the factory. I guess Buck has spoiled me with their out of box sharpness. Would have given this knife a solid five stars had it not needed sharpening right out of the package. I just don’t like the idea of having to sharpen a brand new knife.
Rating: 3 / 5
Placing the order was super simple and we were able to track it once the shipping process began. It arrived in perfect condition, with a super sharp blade and it also came with a sheath, which we were not expecting. Excellent service!
Rating: 5 / 5
The problem with the butterfly knives is that they can be opened with one hand – which is what makes them illegal.
I bought this knife for my son, the deer hunter, for Christmas. He used it a few weeks later. He called to tell me how great the knife was. He said it was so sharpe he hardly had to touch the “poor” deer and it cut right away.
Rating: 4 / 5
There are many places that they are illegal. In some places just owning them can get you in trouble and in others carrying them. It is sad that people who have no real idea about knives and their uses make the laws based on irrational fears and bad information. The American Knife and Tool Institute is always fighting for our rights to use and carry our tools and knives. If you get a chance check them out. Different places classify knives differently and it makes it very hard to follow the law at times. It would be a good idea to check your state and local laws to make sure you are not in violation. Sometimes the definitions used to describe knives are so far off it is scary. A Butterfly or Balisong as it should be referred to is a kinetic opening knife and requires a distinct and precise series of movements to open. It is not a gravity knife in truth but many jurisdictions refer to them as such other jurisdictions have a category just for them.. Any knife can be opened one handed for the most part with just a little practice and being able to open a knife one handed is sometimes a very useful if not lifesaving ability. Spyderco Knives can be opened with one hand due to their Spyder-hole in the blade(pat.) This in no way makes the knife any more or less dangerous but it sure does make it a lot easier to use when your hands are full. If the laws in your area are poor may I suggest trying to change them with education and honesty. The funny thing is most people do not even understand the use of a balisong and if they did they would understand that they actually have many non-lethal movements in self-defense. The AKTI has a web sight and is always happy to help educate and legislate to make the knife laws sane and safe for all of us. I hope this helps and if I can be of any further help please let me know. Best Wishes and Happy Holidays to all.
they constitute a gravity knife because centrifugal force is what opens them(i know that is stupid, but so are all laws that restrict what we can carry to keep the political gods in check). the anti-knife lobby reasons that it takes skill to open one, and anyone who is willing to learn that skill is too dangerous to have access to that skill. just like switchblades. they reasoned that anyone who planned on only having one hand available to open their knife, they must plan on grappling before using it, it was propagated by the tulsa riot’s of the 50’s, and pop culture of the time, but switch blades were originally life saving devices issued to our paratroopers in case they were caught in trees or such, and only had use of one hand. they could still cut themselves down. by the way, any pocketknife, with or without a thumbstud, if it can be opened with a flick of the wrist, whether it is due to a mechanical failure of the pivot or tampering, is considered a gravity knife. heck, in Kalifornia, if you leave a pocketknife open because it’s dirty or covered in battery acid, you have just inadvertantly forged a “dirk” or dagger. our government hates us. they will take away our rights. the right to a speedy and fair trial was the first to die. illegal searches and seisures is next. then the right to bear arms. after that, our most sacred right, our first amendment, will fall in the wake of tyranny and “what’s best for the less fortunate”
This knife is amazing. It’s sharp out of the box and is now the only knife that I carry.
For those who are fans of the CBS show NCIS, this is one of the knifes that Gibbs uses.
Rating: 5 / 5
These knives are sharp enough to make thin easy slices in vegetables, but not so sharp that a clumsy cutter will risk their fingers with every chop. That’s just the right amount of edge for me! They also look and feel cool and are easy to clean. They are especially good for things like tomatoes.
Rating: 5 / 5
Even if you already have a few knifes, this one is worth getting. In overall appearance this blade and scabbard are even better than I was expecting. I sense that whoever designed these put a lot of thought and pride into both. The hard rubber-like handle is an usually comfortable fit for my hand, which is more the hand of an office worker than someone who does heavy labor. And the blade is somewhat like a shortened version of a Sykes Fairborn dagger, but even better in the way its painted surface is already sharpened, so you won’t have to risk scratching it as I did when I tried to improve the edge on my Sykes Fairborn. I was also pleased to realize that there’s a convenient lanyard hole in the handle. Smith & Wesson was willing to put their name on this, and they were right to do so.
Rating: 5 / 5
A beautiful blade. Strong, sharp (needs some work), and endlessly useful. Fun to carry around, great for party tricks. Sheath is very easy to open with one hand, metal clip holds firm to clothing and whatnot. Go to work with a diamond dust sharpener and make yourself a double edged razor with a wicked point. Excellent knife for the price.
Rating: 4 / 5
Nothing more to say, it’s a great boot knife. Love the blade, love the handle, I guess I’d rather the sheath have a loop rather than a clip because a clip can slip off, but for this price I couldn’t ask for anything more.
Rating: 5 / 5
After looking through many of the other ceramic knives out there, I decided to give this set a shot… and thank god I did. The ceramic blades cut through food like nothing, and the best part of it was that I got three knives basically for the price of one by other manufacturers! What a great purchase I recommend this product to anyone and everyone!
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought the Chef’s knife and loved it so much, I decided to buy the 3 piece set. The price is so reasonable for a set of ceramic knives.
No complaints and I would recommend to everyone.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have been adding to my Global knife collection throughout my life as I could afford them. Then I recently received one of these knives as a gift. I was immediately sold on them and quickly snatched up this 3-piece set. I still cannot believe the price. Highly recommended.
Rating: 5 / 5
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Although I’m a Wusthof man, I’ve never been disappointed by a Victorinox/Forschner knife, and this bread knife is no exception. The perfect length, it’s one of the sharpest ones in the block. It can also double as a turkey knife. The handle feels good, even in large hands. Strongly recommended for both quality and value.
Rating: 5 / 5
To be short: this knife is awesome.. I would wear it on my pants all the time if I could. Well built, sharp and dangerous if you dont know how to handle this kind of knife. Highly recommended.
Rating: 5 / 5
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The common theme that I’ve noticed is that everyone talks about how great a deal it is for 3 ceramic knives and I can’t agree more.
A few months ago, I got this as a gift for my parents and they love them. They always mentioned how they wanted to buy ceramic knives. I looked around and had sticker shock as most brands were way out of my budget! When I saw the price for this 3 piece set, I decided, why not? And I am glad I bought them!
Whenever I come to their house they rave about how easy it is to cut fruits and vegetables, and that they have not yet needed to sharpen them yet.
The white ceramic blade makes it look like some futuristic material, very unlike the steel knives and the handles are designed to be ergonomic — a pleasure to hold and use!
Highly recommend!
Rating: 5 / 5
Take the sharp end, stick it in the other person. Hope that he doesnt pull a gun when you pull a knife….I’m just kidding around with you. Are you intrested in knife fighting for fun, or for self defense? Because when it comes down to it, if someone is really out to hurt you with a knife, you won’t see the blade until it’s too late. And if you plan to use a knife to attack someone, expect to go to jail. Never in my life seen two people pull out knives and duel in the middle of the street. But if it does happen, I suspect both participants will wind up in the hospital, or more likely dead. Knives are good to carry. I carry several myself, and by just showing them to potential attackers, it’s scared them off. My advice, find a good knife and get comfortable carrying it and deploying it quickly. There are not many “professional” knife fighters out there, and if you are minding your own buisness in broad daylight, I don’t think you’re very likely to be stabbed at random. If you want to learn a traditional knife fighting system for your own personal enrichment, have at it. But for everyday situations, just find a good self defense course that teaches you how to handle a knife attack, just in case you can’t run away. Which is always the best option when someone pulls a blade on you.
This knife was cheap enough that I didn’t even buy it for any specific reason… I think this knife is such a great value that anyone should own one! While it seems to be an extremely well-made product, it looks rough enough that I won’t cry if I drop it on the ground. In fact, I would probably even use it for practice as a throwing knife! The handle grip is not slippery at all, the blade is sharp as hell, and very easy to sharpen once it gets dull. The sheet is made completely out of leather, with a firm metal clip to hold it to your boot. The clip will certainly keep the knife in place unless you pull it off on purpose. The clip that holds the knife in the sheath is quite secure, but also easy to open and close with one finger.
This knife is a great all-around survival/outdoors knife! Totally recommended!
Rating: 5 / 5
Have been using Buck knives for over 30 years.You can’t buy any better for the money.
Rating: 5 / 5
We bought this based on a recommendation (of the longer 10″ version) from America’s Test Kitchen. We bake our own bread (dough produced from a Panasonic SD-YD205 breadmaker) and this knife cuts through the loaves almost like they were butter! After a little initial resistance requiring a sawing motion to get through the top crust, I can “slice” the bread by merely applying some downward force, with hardly any sawing motion required.
This is only the second bread knife we’ve owned; it replaced a Farberware (I think – the name has rubbed off by now) we bought for $10 at a Lechter’s store about 11 years ago. The difference is amazing. With the Farberware (even when it was new) slicing a loaf required a considerable sawing motion and downward pressure. This Victorinox is just so much easier, even when the bread is fresh out of the oven and the crust is very hard and crispy.
The blade is thinner and lighter than the Farberware as well. The thinness makes it a little easier to use with the Cherry Bread Slicer as the blade fits more easily into the knife slot.
I’ve previously read that a bread knife should be heavy to help in cutting even slices, but even without the bread slicer, I can cut relatively straight slices. In fact, if I’d had this knife before I bought the slicer, I might not have purchased it.
Rating: 5 / 5
The Buck 105 Pathfinder Fixed Blade Knife was everything my guy was hoping for – this knife exceeds his expectations. Amazon’s service was great.
Rating: 5 / 5
What great service! Product was exactly as described. Shipping was fast. Thank you for everything! I will definitely be doing business with you again! A+++++
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a nice item, China mfg, well made, a good alternative to the Assisted USA made item. Two handed opening. Comes razor sharp.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is an excellent knife for the price.
It comes very sharp, and keeps an edge fairly well (really well for this price range. 420HC Stainless).
Some things I like include:
* The entire knife (including handle) is black oxide coated 420 stainless. Non-reflective. Strong handle. Still relatively light-weight. I especially like how this means the base of the closed knife can be used as a glass breaker, if needed. Also, if needed for self defense, the closed knife/glass breaker can bring a whole new meaning to the phrase “knife punch.” The base of the handle is well designed for channeling a lot of force into a small area.
* Fairly easy to open, for not having assisted open. I can start to open the knife with the thumb studs, and flick it open the rest of the way. The second knife I purchased came a little “stickier” than the first, but this can be fixed either with a Torx screwdriver and/or some WD-40
* Extremely well balanced (again, relative to price range). On the handle, the grip is divided into two parts: one for the forefinger, the rest for the other fingers. At the base of where the forefinger goes, this knife balances almost perfectly. The closed knife is also balanced (vertically, when held from the blade pivot-point, if that makes any sense at all).
* In-Line “liner” lock
* Easy to get a good grip on the knife
Some things I don’t like:
* Difficult to find when lost in a field of grass near volleyball courts, due to non-reflective nature of the product. =[
* On the second of my two, one of the two screws holding the blade in place fell out, but I’m pretty sure that’s because I over-loosened it.
I have purchased two of these knives, and will soon purchased a third (I lost the first and broke the second), and might even by two at once to have as a spare. GREAT BUY FOR AN EVERYDAY KNIFE.
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is sleek, sharp and light. The belt clip is strong. Vary rugged knife. One tiny complant, it’s a little stiff on the opening. Kinda hard to flick open, but over all a soild knife.
Rating: 4 / 5
Does what it’s supposed to do, cuts bread. Not everything for sale actually does what it’s supposed to, so that is worth saying. It’s up to Victorinox standards and the price is reasonable. Enough said.
Rating: 5 / 5
I highly recommend this knife. For the price, I am impressed. It is easy to handle and easily cuts through homemade crusty bread.
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife feels great in your hand. The blade is razor sharp. It comes with a sheath that can be attached to belt. The handle of the knife is has the just the right contour for a comfortable grip. I will have this knife for many years to come.
Rating: 5 / 5
BEST KNIFE, super sharp, i keep it on me at all times, super thin, strong and tight construction
extremely sturdy
and buck’s life time warranty
Rating: 5 / 5
I have purchased many knives and knife sets only to be terribly disappointed in their quality and ability to remain sharp. Before making this purchase, I did my research on several different websites- this brand of knife was rated very highly. The price is quite reasonable and the quality is that of a much more expensive knife. I definitely would recommend this product. You can pay more for others knives or names but why? This knife performs.
Rating: 5 / 5
I picked this knife up for $20 at WalMart while looking for a cheap knife to use for general yard work. It is an exceptionally good value. The knife is sturdy, holds an edge well, and sharpens nicely. Balance is good and the handle is comfortable and grips well. This is important to me because it gets muggy and hot in S. Florida and perspiration can make a cheap handle very dangerous.
I use this knife extensively in my yard to do everything including trimming palms, opening coconuts, slicing up mangoes, clearing vines and woody stems along my fence, and even chopping down some nuisance saplings.
It was only recently that I tried to replace it and realized that I can’t find it for less than $45 :O. But even at that price, I’m still getting another.
Rating: 5 / 5
My dad bought me my first hunting knife 30 years ago–it was a Buck Pathfinder. It had served me well for several years until I lost it. It was an easy decision to buy another Buck Pathfinder. It came to me sharp and ready to use with the same quality as my first. It also comes in a nice, quality leather sheath that will keep your knife looking great for years to come. I HIGHLY recommend this great knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great knife for the money. I bought it for the size and the gut hook. The gut hook wasn’t as sharp as I would have liked it to be. But overall the knife worked well on the Black Tail deer I harvested last fall in Kodiak.
Why spend $200+ on a knife when you don’t use it very often??
Rating: 4 / 5
I bought this knife a while back and am happy with it. It’s very sharp out of the box and extremely durable. The rubber handle feels great and won’t slip in your hand at all. Overall it is a good knife that I’d say is very reasonably priced.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is a very versatile knife and has an especially good grip and weight. The avid hunter will love this. Ladies, if you don’t know which one to give Hubby, I recommend this one.
Rating: 5 / 5
I am a soldier curently serving in Iraq and can say without a doubt this is one tough knife. I have used it as a knife, a hammer, and a pry bar among other things and it can take it all and then some.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have heard a lot how people say how this knife is really sharp. Well, my knife has some problems with the straight part after the curve and before the serrations. It is dull. Not even sharp enough to break the skin under moderate pressure while rubbing (yes, I tried this to test the sharpness).
The tip is like a pin though. It is sharp. The curve is also really sharp, like a razor. The serrations are also decent, but some parts are sharper than others. I don’t know if my knife just has a defect, but it does not hold up to the hype. But then again, I have high standards for sharp.
It is however VERY well built, fits comfortably in the hand, well balanced, and can definitely do some damage to anything that comes in its way.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is as close to a liner-lock version of the classic “pen knife” that one is likely to find. In such a role, shaving down pencil tips and opening packages, it functions well. However, this is not a rough-and-ready one-handed opener like my inelegant but eminently practical Smith and Wesson tanto, despite the thumb stud that is intended to enable such operations. The problem is that the old-fashioned, polished handle causes the knife to slip in your hand as you open and close it, necessitating that you pay some care lest you suffer an unfortunate stab wound. This is what happened to my middle finger, which erupted in an alarming shade of crimson during the testing phase. For this reason, I think I would prefer a Zytel-type plastic handle that affords a better grip but won’t chew through your pockets as a knurled metal one would if carried daily in one’s pocket. A belt clip would also be nice, especially as I had assumed at the time of purchase that it was equipped with one.
All told, this is a lovely, well-constructed pen knife, great for common tasks, but unlike the larger and more ergonomic liner-locks, you’re gonna need a band-aid if you get sloppy with it.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is an impressive knife. The blade is a good length for a hand to hand combat knife. Too long for practical tool use and too small for taking down trees. Just like advertised, this knife is what I would grab when I hear something go bump in the night. Perfect size to compliment your sidearm.
I do wish both sides of the blade arrived sharpened. The black finish on my blade scratched very easily, but the blade does stay reasonably sharp with use.
Oh yeah, this is most likely illegal to carry in your state, so don’t leave it laying around in your car or EDC on your person.
Rating: 5 / 5
There is a sales magazine called Smokey mountain. It has every kind of knife you would ever want.
I was very disappointed by the performance of this knife. Moisture, in general, sticks to the blade and produces more friction than that of a metallic knife when you’re cutting into something. This particular model is meant for vegetables and fruits, but my cheapo Ikea 365 has a much smoother cut.
The blade is also easily damaged. For example, you can’t wash this in the dishwasher or apply blunt force to the edge (ex: crushing garlic). You really have to baby it.
Ceramic just isn’t that great of a material for knives. I would not recommend buying this or any other ceramic knives.
Rating: 1 / 5
I was very inpressed with this knife, very classy and the stainless steel is awesome. Made to the true Buck standards.
Rating: 5 / 5
Find your best choices by getting an issue of Wood Carving Illustrated at your local bookstore. Besides the great tips, plans and techniques for wood carving, there are a number of vendors with websites.
Kyocera Revolution Series 7 Inch Professional Chef’s Knife, Black Blade
My oldest son’s wife told me that he wanted a ceramic knife for Christmas. I had never heard of such a thing. I found it on Google & purchased it on Amazon.com.It’s supposed to be sharper and longer lasting than a metal knife. Who would have thunk it?
My son was very pleased with the knife and used it to carve the holiday turkey.
Rating: 5 / 5
WOW! is all I can really say about this exceptional piece of art! From the instant I opened the box, I knew I had something special here! First off, This knife is made just heavy enough to feel absolutely rock hard, yet light enough that it doesn’t pull your pants off when attached to your belt.
The smell alone is an almost-sensuous experience. It smells vaguely of polished gun, or gun oil; also of pure testosterone incarnate!
The sheath included with it was more than I expected and was more than adequate for the knife.
Also, having only viewed this knife on [...], I had not realized just how big this knife is! IT’S HUGE!!
-=FIN=-
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a smaller knife (the blade is under 4.5cm), and is pretty thin. The small size makes opening it one-handed a bit tricky, but it is possible. It is a frame-lock, so closing it one-handed is also hard but possible.
I love the mirror finish of the handle and blade. It has a rough area near the blade on the handle around the joint, but aside from that everything on this knife is a smooth mirror finish. The back side of the handle (opposite where the blade goes into the handle) has a black plastic spacer between the metal halves of the handle.
There is no keychain or lanyard hole, and the black plastic spacer means that you can’t put a string around one of the screws either.
Overall a very nice looking smaller pocketknife.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is my 2nd ceramic knife. I like it for cutting lettuce and romaine as it is large enough to cut up a head of lettuce. My other ceramic knife is smaller and not as easy to use on something that large. It is great on tomatoes and other fruit and vegetables. I also use it on grapefruit and oranges.
Rating: 4 / 5
This knife is very light and feels wonderful in your hand. It’s also very sharp, so keep some bandaids handy.
Rating: 5 / 5
Looks to be a great knife. I have yet to put it through it’s paces, but I’m impressed so far. Out of the box the blade is razor(seriously) sharp. The handle is very comfortable and it has a good balance. My only reservation is with the sheath, seems a little flimsy. I would prefer a kydex sheath, but don’t think a factory one is available yet. This one won’t fit the other model sheaths as the blade is wider. overall, I’m very happy with it.
Rating: 4 / 5
I looked at dozens of knives before I chose this one. It was one of the only ones with a solid, flat butt that could be used as a hammer if needed. The partial serration is great for cutting fibrous materials, and the grip feels natural in my hand. The blade is a little bigger than I would like, 7″ would be better. I looked at the ’short fighter’ knife, but the grip was too small for my hand and I didn’t feel like I had good control. I was surprised at how sharp the factory edge is on this knife. The Kydex sheath doesn’t come with this model, instead it has a nylon/leather sheath. I can’t say yet how this will hold up to the elements, but I wish it had another tie-down on the blade end. It’s easy enough to make one, however. Overall, this is everything I expected it to be!
Rating: 5 / 5
I’m a big fan of ceramic knives, as I feel they out perform any steel knives on the market.
Unlike many popular knives, such as Wusthof or Henkels, they weigh very little. Some people prefer heavier knives as they feel solid; I prefer them to be light, easy and fast to wield. These knives aren’t meant for boning, so you don’t need the weight. The ceramic blade will hold it’s edge way longer than any steel, and is very low maintenance. The worry about snapping, chipping or shattering the blade is less of an issue these days; don’t drop it on tile or pry with it and you should be fine.
The only drawback to ceramic knives as I see it is the feel of construction. While I have had no problems with any of mine (this or others that I’ve had a few years) the handle is usually hollow plastic. I like knives that have a bit more balance, with some sort of support going into the handle.
Aside from that, the knife looks great, works great, and will surprise you now only with how sharp it is, but how sharp it is after a year or two of use without sharpening.
Rating: 5 / 5
No because there is only one of them in the game, once you sell it then you cannot get it back. Why are you using melee weapons anyway?
Ordered this for a friend at Christmas who just broke her expensive bread knife. She loves this one and it was much less than her original knife. Very nice weight, style, and sharp – great price – also, since it said Henckels, she never knew it wasn’t top of the line product.
Rating: 4 / 5
Great knives. Highest quality. I have a complete set and they are the best knives I have ever used.
Rating: 5 / 5
im guessin 18
dude R u stupid butterfly knifes are easy as hell, and don’t they have a better section for knife questions.
I’m not really sure if there is an age requirement in your state, but I know that almost anyone can buy a pocket knife. There are really no age requirements for knives like there are with firearms. If you’re looking for a good pocketknife, try a Case pocketknife. They come with a lifetime replacement warranty. They cost a little more than just a cheapie, but it’s really worth it. If you break a blade, they replace the whole knife for free, and they have many styles and colors to choose from.
I got this (and the set of synergy knives — different product) for my mom as a gift. If you can spend the money to get the twin series or better with Henckels, then go for it, but the Synergy line is a great second-rate knife that Henckels makes, as long as you avoid putting them in the dishwasher. I really don’t know why they bother using “dishwasher-safe*” as a selling point, since they don’t recommend it in the first place.
The blades will keep their sharpness, and the molded handles, even though they’re made of plastic, are dense and have some good heft to them, which I like in my knives.
Rating: 5 / 5
I was very disappointed by the performance of this knife. Moisture, in general, sticks to the blade and produces more friction than that of a metallic knife when you’re cutting into something. This particular model is meant for vegetables and fruits, but my cheapo Ikea 365 has a much smoother cut.
The blade is also easily damaged. For example, you can’t wash this in the dishwasher or apply blunt force to the edge (ex: crushing garlic). You really have to baby it.
Ceramic just isn’t that great of a material for knives. I would not recommend buying this or any other ceramic knives.
Rating: 1 / 5
dude…u just open it…its not that hard…
I don’t think there really is any age requirements. Go to the place where you want to buy one and ask the salesmen.
Buy a book from Fumio Demura on them and that will help you learn some basics, but there is nothing like a real living teacher!!
opening is not the real question i am sure you know how to do that, I think you mean more how do you use them properly opening and closing them as seen by experts. I own one and love playing with the knife.
Go to http://www.half.com or any book site and you can probably order his book.
Kyocera Revolution Series 7 Inch Professional Chef’s Knife, Black Blade
My oldest son’s wife told me that he wanted a ceramic knife for Christmas. I had never heard of such a thing. I found it on Google & purchased it on Amazon.com.It’s supposed to be sharper and longer lasting than a metal knife. Who would have thunk it?
My son was very pleased with the knife and used it to carve the holiday turkey.
Rating: 5 / 5
just surf the net and compair sights, allthough he’s right nothing beats a live person training you
you have to be 18 i think
At first I was confused about this being a Gerber product. It turns out that this is a product made by Gerber, but doesn’t actually have ‘Gerber’ on the packaging. Other than that, great product. My husband seems to really love using the knife, and I’ve even used it to open up a few things like boxes and such. Seems really sturdy.
Rating: 4 / 5
Google the name Jeff Imada. He was one of the pioneers of Balisong training in the U.S. along with Edgar Sulite and Dan Inosanto, and published a lot of books and made videos on the subject.
This knife looks better in person than in the pictures. It’s sharp, looks cool, and is thin enough to cut easily.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is my 2nd ceramic knife. I like it for cutting lettuce and romaine as it is large enough to cut up a head of lettuce. My other ceramic knife is smaller and not as easy to use on something that large. It is great on tomatoes and other fruit and vegetables. I also use it on grapefruit and oranges.
Rating: 4 / 5
This knife is one of the better foldable utility knives. The quality isn’t quite top notch but it serves its purpose and lasts a long time. I love it!
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is very light and feels wonderful in your hand. It’s also very sharp, so keep some bandaids handy.
Rating: 5 / 5
My wife and I are enjoying the knife. It’s really affordable and does it’s job on bread..works great on a ton of other foods as well.
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is so close to perfect. Very light. Very easy blade release and awesome one handed opening. The only flaw is that the blade has come out a few times while I’ve been using it which could be a major issue. I may just have a defective one.
Rating: 3 / 5
I’m a big fan of ceramic knives, as I feel they out perform any steel knives on the market.
Unlike many popular knives, such as Wusthof or Henkels, they weigh very little. Some people prefer heavier knives as they feel solid; I prefer them to be light, easy and fast to wield. These knives aren’t meant for boning, so you don’t need the weight. The ceramic blade will hold it’s edge way longer than any steel, and is very low maintenance. The worry about snapping, chipping or shattering the blade is less of an issue these days; don’t drop it on tile or pry with it and you should be fine.
The only drawback to ceramic knives as I see it is the feel of construction. While I have had no problems with any of mine (this or others that I’ve had a few years) the handle is usually hollow plastic. I like knives that have a bit more balance, with some sort of support going into the handle.
Aside from that, the knife looks great, works great, and will surprise you now only with how sharp it is, but how sharp it is after a year or two of use without sharpening.
Rating: 5 / 5
a switch blade is spring loaded. the one in the link is not. besides, switchblades on the internet are illegal for companies to sell, except in oregon where they are legal.
I bought this knive because it was advertised as a GERBER (Legendary Blades). It IS NOT a GERBER. SK knife. Cheap feel; OK for the $.
Rating: 2 / 5
I have the original superknife and I bought this one because the original required you to remove a screw to replace the blade. This one has simplified the process. The thumb stud that opens the blade is also the unlocking mechanism for the blade. The only problem is that I’ve found that I accidentally push down on the stud, thereby releasing the blade, while I”m using the knife. I suggest going to Superkinfe’s website and buying one of the newer models in the hopes that they have corrected this little glitch.
Rating: 2 / 5
Was looking for a sharp easy to handle bread knife. This is a great knife. Stays sharp and allowes you to cut bread as thin as you want. Very inexpensive, but since using it I would have paid a lot more for it if I had to. Would reccomend this to anyone that makes homemade bread.
Rating: 5 / 5
switch blade has 2 handles andis easyily flopped open with out pulling on it a folding knife usually has to be forced open and has a locking system when fully open then you unlock it and fold it
You can’t go wrong with any Shun knives. These are the sharpest knife I’ve ever seen. While I haven’t had it very long, I can tell I’ll have it for a lifetime!
Rating: 5 / 5
switch blades are either one: spring loaded and shoot strait up….or 2: spring loaded and shoot out from a fixed point..i.e. in a 180 degree Manner.. either way…its spring loaded
Folding knives fold and are opened manually. Switch blades pop out of the end of the handle with a button; you could stab someone by pressing it against them and pushing the button. This is why they are not legal. You don’t have to be very strong to do it. And those two-handled sort the second person mentioned? Those are called butterfly knives.
The blade in the picture appears to have a button, but it looks like a lock so the knife will not fold closed on your fingers while using it. I think it is a folding knife.
I am super unhappy with this purchase. I bought the knife that was on the amazon add because it was the right knife. I ordered it for my sons birthday because it was just like my knife and it was supposed to be a special gift him. You get the idea? It wasn’t the cheapest one available either. I could have gotten the one that arrived for alot cheaper if it was what I wanted. So basically, Amazon dropped the ball big time on my sons birthday present and I am likely to tell everyone that I can, ever chance I get how this has turned out to this point. Unless someone makes an effort to make it right. So far I have been ignored. Thanks for the opprotunity to tell about it.
Rating: 2 / 5
Always follow links for more details:
http://www.trueswords.com/cold-steel-ak47-pocket-knife-ak47-p-2947.html
They describe it as folder.
So, unless they want to have a lot of unhappy customers, a folder it is.
The lack of info concerning springs is also a sign.
Cold-steel is liked by friends of mine.
Well I will start off by saying that the nice lady who sent me this Knife too Canada charged me next too nothing and sent it air mail which she did out of purely great customer service. The knife arrived within the 3 days that the estimated arrival was expected to be and the box was undamaged. The knife is well.. its a Shun..that says it all but i will tell you this.. I ran it along my arm for a second just too find that it was shaved as close with one swipe as my face would be when i use a new mach 3 turbo blade. I folded over a rag 5 times so there was 10 layers of a semi-thick rag and with little too no effort this knife cut through all 10 layers and actually cut into the table. I would recommend not even sharpening this knife for 3 months and when u do be very careful not too damage this wonderful knifes edge.. 100% satisfied with The Handy House and the customer sevice I recieved from them. Will recommend them to anyone I know that wants a knife.. I look forward too doing more business over my career in the kitchen and years too come..Thanks Handy House.. Tim from Nanaimo BC Canada
Rating: 5 / 5
First, sharpen your knife . Sharpening produces grit which can fall down in the hinge and creat friction, so lets get the sharpening out of the way.
Next..Use a bit of bleach to clean out the blood and such from inside. The bleach will break down the blood. There are other solvents that will do that too.
Next wash it with soap and water or just drop it in the dishwasher
Follow that up by a penetrating oil to clear out any dirt stuck to previous grease.
Ok.. those bolsters are brass.. a little brass polish will make them shine, and then spray them with a bit of laquer to reduce the future tarnish
Now wash it gently to get rid of any leftover cr*p and then either oil it up or use wd40 on the hinges and the lock release.
WIpe it all down with a clean paper towel and you are done.
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I got this knife a few years ago.
The knife developed a very small chip along the blade which I wasn’t happy about.
This knie should be like my friend. A buddy for life. It just isn’t that. I dont know.. I can’t put my finger on it.
The index finger when you are holding it digs into corner. Look at the pic of the knife and you can see how square that corner is. Thus, it feels uncomfortable cutting with it.. it’s not weighted very well, it doesnt have a natural rocking motion.. it’s not that sort of knife.. People said that before I bought it but I was inexperienced with using good knives. I got it and love it at first because I never used a good knife before. It was real sharp compared to the other knives I used.
But now that I’m more experienced I say it’s a knife you grab ‘only when’.
I guess it just doesn’t feel like my partner… my ‘main knife’. Cooking is an art. This knife is not that life partner. It’s hard to explain.
Yes it’s sharp and that’s why I got it, but I should have listened to other people said the sharpness should not be the most important factor when choosing a knife. Cutting vegetables seem akward with this.. un natural.
Maybe I’ll try a high end Wusthof classic knife next. I know it wont be as sharp but I need something that doesn’t leave a calis on my finger and feels more natural to cut with.. a life partner.
Rating: 3 / 5
The knife you are refering to is a classic. Its been around I know for at least 40 years. WD-40 is a good cleaning, lubricator and preservitive for just about any thing. It will work on your knife. Lay your knife on a rag with the blade open and the opening facing upwards. Spray the WD-40 inside and let it soak. After it has soaked hit it again and this time turn it face downinto the rag so it drains. If you want it took shine again, use a product called Brasso on the gold areas – they are brass. But, again the brass will tarnish shortly after, so I wouldn’t bother cleaning it. Now if you can find them, there is a leather case these originaly came with, or you can have one made. Make sure you wipe the knife down completely as you don’t want it slipping in your hand. The blade for most quality knives is a high grade carbon steel which will rust if not taken care of.
Good luck on your knife.
My husband is the cook in our house and each year I get him one new knife a tradition that started last year. He loves Shun, they cut nicely, never dull, and have a wonderful warranty. Well worth the money if you want to keep your knives for a very long time.
Rating: 5 / 5
Open it up and put it in the washing machine along with the silver ware and dishes.
While this is a greart knife and my son loves it, after only two weeks the speed safe know longer works. It appears to be a plastic stop and has bent, no longer keeping the blade safe inside the knife, we plan to exchange it and if it happens again, look for another knife.
Rating: 2 / 5
Take it apart and then clean the WHOLE blade with some WD-40 or another household oil. And polish it real good.
Can I give this thing six stars? No, ok, 5 will have to do in the meantime.
I’ve had this knife now for over three years and I absolutely love it. It is without a doubt the best money I’ve ever spent at Amazon. As a matter of fact I’ve given one of these away as a wedding present and am currently talking another person into buying one.
Why is it so good?
It is super-sharp when you get it. Which is a plus for a short-term, but you will also find that it is easy to maintain a sharp edge, or resharpen it later. Maintaining the edge is important. You should get a honing steel (Amazon sells a matching Shun brand one that I got as part of a knife set). You should use the honing steel basically whenever you are going to use the knife…I don’t, I use it about every other time usually cause I am lazy and the knife is still very sharp. Once in awhile you will need to sharpen the blade. This is technically different from maintaining and you need to use a wet-stone to do this yourself (again Amazon sells one that works well). If like me you are into cooking you could pay a professional to sharpen the knife periodically. Before you think that is added cost, know that in three years of heavy use I’ve done this once for this knife.
The blade and entire knife is really well-balanced. Another reviewer said they couldn’t use it because it didn’t fit their hand…I don’t know what they are talking about. With any knife (or new thing) sometimes you just need to get used to something to use it properly. I admit that when I first got this knife I freaked out a bit because it didn’t fit perfectly, but soon enough I loved it and can’t imagine using something else.
One potential con for some people. Like all good knives, this is not stainless steel. Stainless is harder to sharpen and maintain so good knives are made out of some sort of softer, mild steel. This is why the knife is so great. One thing you need to take care of is that this knife is not dishwasher safe and you can not let the knife air dry or it till get rusty. You have to dry it off after you wash it to prevent that. To me that’s not a big deal.
The size of this knife is big…at first if you are used to using smaller knives you will probably think it is too big but after a couple of uses you have trouble using smaller knives. The longer length helps you do things like cut things because of the additional leverage.
By the way, please do not just throw a knife like this into your junk drawer. That is a prescription for damaging it and the super-sharp blade. Instead try to keep it out somewhere I recommend a magnetic wall holder (oh yeah, guess what, I bought mine at Amazon and it is awesome).
Rating: 5 / 5
Let me state up front that I’m not much of a cook (yet), but I know quite a lot about knives. The “damascus” aspect of this does little other than make it look cool and to raise the price.
In my use of this for cooking so far the damascus aspect may be doing the opposite of what it’s advertised as for; when chopping small bits of garlic, black beans, etc for chinese cooking I’m having a problem with the bits sticking on the damascus sides. I cannot say if this would or would not happen with a regular knife, but it’s slightly annoying.
The cutting edge is VG-10. I don’t have a reference handy but I belive this is one of the newer high carbon stainless blades that will be less brittle than older stainlesses such as the 440 series, when heat treated. The blade is thin and cuts well, effortlessly chopping greens, rehydrated mushrooms, and squash. 10″ is a BIG blade. Trying to use this for opening shrimp without also opening your hand requires attention and skill
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I wish this knife were available in straight VG-10, skip the damascus, for maybe $20-30 less. Damascus steel is only useful if it’s made by an expert smith of high and low carbon steel, AND used in the cutting edge. Here it’s used in a way similar to the San Mai construction of some old Japanese swords: basically it thickens the blade for rigidity and protects the VG-10 core. But I’m sure the real reason it was done this way is is, it looks cool. As an added bonus, I’m sure that this would be an extremely effective weapon if you were attacked by Ninja while preparing dinner; it’s got good range and balance and would easily lop off fingers and other things (yours or theirs), so beware when using it, and cleaning it
Note: the handle is not round, and not symmetric, it’s sort of a D shape cross section with the curve of the D being on the right side of the blade. Thus, I think this is probably a right handed knife. Not being left handed I can’t say how it would feel with that D on the opposite side of the hand as it is when I wield this. Just an FYI for lefties.
Rating: 5 / 5
Shun. What more needs to be said??? It is simple, Shun is the best all around. Will you pay more? Sure you will but you will never have to buy a replacement in your lifetime. Shun knives are the best in the world, no question.
Rating: 5 / 5
deffinetly a posative addition to my anti zombie warfare collection… hahaha
Rating: 5 / 5
the knive was every thing it was said to be a i have order a few more for some of my freinds that liked it.
Rating: 5 / 5
duct tape that $#&! on there and rip it off like the friken hulk when you need it. rarrr b!@#$ lol good luck man.
always keep a knive hidden(besides the one straped to your boots) just incase ; ) or else X 0
who do you think you are ….crocodile dundee??? Only cowards carry weapons. If you are that scared, stay home & hide under grandma’s bed.
I bought this knife to carry on my keyring for those little cutting jobs that always seem to crop up. I have owned it for about 6 months now, and am very pleased with it.
The knife is the perfect size for a key chain. It doesn’t add much bulk to my keyring (house and car keys only), and is light enough that I don’t mind carrying it. The knife opens and closes easy, and I can do it with one hand, which is a big plus.
The blade has stayed sharp, although I don’t use it all that often, and mostly for cutting open tape and boxes.
I was worried about this knife being robust, but so far it has been great. There is nothing worse than a knife where the blade can move side-to-side when you are using it, but this knife does not have that problem at all. Also the handle is easy to grip, and it feels right when it is in your hand.
Glad I bought it, and I would recommend it to anyone.
Rating: 5 / 5
I just received my knife and like it a lot, BUT, the first thing I wanted to do, after learning how to use it, was to take off the pocket clip. At first glance, it’s held on by very small phillips screws, but it turns out to be tiny allen head screws. Who has those size wrenches? You would think they would spend a few cents to include the tiny wrench necessary to remove the clip, especially since one of their selling points is that the clip is “easily” reversible!!
Rating: 3 / 5
Although this is supposed to be a knife, there is no blade. Just a peice of shiny metal. Not just dull and needing sharpened, no it is just a shiny flat peice of metal that will break if I begin to sharpen. One of these blades would be excellent in someones zombie defense aresnal. However, find a seller with a product that is real, because I couldn’t even cut butter with this even if I heated the “blade”
Rating: 2 / 5
This knife has a great design and is a perfect everyday utility knife. It is sleek and easy to carry in a pocket. The assisted open works great. My only complaint is that I could have used a little more sharpness.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is a very easy to use and clean coffee grinder. FOr the price one of the best in its class.
Rating: 5 / 5
Beautifully made and with a real sharp edge. It’s as big as a man’s index finger (mine, anyway). Weighs next to nothing, but the blade is large enough (and the lockback in strong enough) to open any bag or box you may face. I thought this would be a bit on the rickety side, but it’s as strong as a larger knife (which wouldn’t fit in your pocket or on your key ring). Every surface is smooth, there’s nothing to catch on fabric. Truly a beautiful little object and a working tool. Well-designed, no worries about relying on it. It feels great in my hand. The handles are made of some kind of not-too-hard plastic which provides an excellent grip. I’m really very pleased with this knife, it’s even nicer than I thought it was going to be. It put a smile on my face.
Rating: 5 / 5
The Leek is a wonderful knife, but its sword-like point is subject to breakage. (Throwing the knife into a wooden target will invariably break the tip–which is what happened to two of my Leeks!) Fortunately, Kershaw lives up to its lifetime guarantee policy and quickly replaced both of my broken knives with brand-new ones, no questions asked. I just shipped them the knife, explaining what happened, and a week later got back a new knife.
The knife itself opens beautifully, though I’ve found that the liner lock sometimes sticks and isn’t that easy to depress with one hand.
Rating: 4 / 5
Pachi Paradise World War I Trench knife. A great collection item for either knife collectors or historians.
Rating: 5 / 5
I got this along with the five piece set and I’m very satisfied. These are the first “nice” knives that I’ve purchased and they cut extremely well and are very comfortable to use.
Rating: 5 / 5
This may be the “classic” Swiss Army Knife, but overall it’s a worthless knife. It’s true that there are lots of gadgets on each Swiss Army Knife, but it’s also true that none of the gadgets work well. I’ve never had a Swiss Army Knife that held an edge for a considerable amount of time. The toothpick is too large, only good for someone like Madonna with that huge gap between her teeth. The scissors are so tiny they become unusable. And, have you ever tried to open a bottle of wine with the corkscrew? Good in an emergency, I suppose.
I prefer Gerber or Leathermen multi-tools to the classic Swiss Army Knives. It’s time to move away from these relics. When’s the last time the Swiss Army were successful in battle, anyhown? I doubt they’d win a war with this antiquated knife.
Rating: 1 / 5
I bought this for a friend of mine who is really into zombies. It is definitely a must-have for your anti-zombie defence or simply as a cool knife. The blade came slightly nicked but was otherwise sharp and it is made sturdily.However, the packaging is less than average and it is advisable that you find another, better made sheath as the one provided sucks pretty hard.
Rating: 4 / 5
The blade is great for packages or cheese, but the bottle opener is awful. At first, I thought I was using improperly and then went on Buck’s site for directions- nothing. It will stay on my keyring, but I’m not thrilled about it. What is the knurled eddge on the bottle opener for, fish scaling?
Rating: 2 / 5
I just received this knife via UPS today and my goodness is it SHARP!
In fact, it’s almost SCARY sharp, and I love it.
Immediately, without provocation, I had the urge to dice an onion and see how much my new toy improved my performance, and WOW was I being held back by inferior cutlery! This knife simply drifts through anything you put in it’s way. I almost feel as if I’m only necessary for the guiding of the knife, otherwise it does all the work.
If you are a home cooking enthusiast, I would greatly recommend the Shun Steel Series, you’ve got to love that one piece, seamless construction. Also, they mail in to you in a nice box but it is NOT SUITABLE FOR STORAGE!! Shun makes a sheath for under 15 dollars that is absolutely perfect if you are like me in being unable to afford a full set of Shuns worthy of purchasing a block for.
I rate this knife a 5 out of 5, it has exceeded my expectations.
Rating: 5 / 5
this is a good knife very sharp!! very ligth, so small, can be used like key ring,
Rating: 4 / 5
I bought this as a Christmas gift for my step-dad in Florida. He loves it– convenient carry case and even a cutting board. Good quality for the price.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have owned buck knives for years. They are great! The warranty is especially good. I would purchase this item whenever necessary.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great knife, I chose the one with the finger ridges, and it feels very comfortable to grip. The blade is your usual goodness you expect from buck.
Rating: 5 / 5
I like this knife and would buy more of this brand. Cheaper version tore my homemade bread or crumbled it to bits. Not this one.
Rating: 4 / 5
This Buck design is an excellent keychain knife. At 1.5 oz. in weight it is practically not noticeable at all. It has a rugged and tight lock blade knife, the locking mechanism for the protection of the user.
The rounded design makes the knife easy on your pocket, wear resistant and small so keys can easily slip over the case without catching. The knife constitutes a great consumer product again from Buck Knives.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have been a pro chef, I also designed micro hardness testers that rate dynamic properties of alloys… WOW… There is a lot of talk about German vs. Japanese, vs. American steel. Well, ya know what, don’t make a difference, cause for the most part, it all comes down to the knife makers skill and design. Now, I’m talking here only about forged full tang blades, not cheep stuff.
The characteristics of the forging and tempering have plenty to do with the usability of the knife, and the shape and blade design is even more important. I’ve used all kinds of forged blades, H brand M brand, S brand, Japanese brands as well, from S and G. Here are my findings:
First, depends on what you cut on a regular basis. Heaver cutting jobs like large onions carrots and heavy large tubers like a good German design, thicker blade, deeper etc, especially if you are prepping a lot of them, kinda like driving a good SUV. If you are working a lot with finer stuff like medium onions, shallots, lettuce and things like that, I really like the Global. Very thin, holds an edge well, is like driving a Porsche, but get way to unstable with heavy stuff. I think this is where the Shun comes in. The steel is great, but so are all the others, the design and execution are wonderful. They are kinda like driving a Corvette I think. They are heavier than Global, lighter than German, are able to handle most of the stuff that H & M can handle, but not the really heavy stuff like chocolate blocks or very large tubers. Shun cuts delicate things, and doe a great job as well, but I really think Global is better at things like shallots and garlic etc.
All these knives hold their edge, and the steel is blended to take advantage of the design. I think that Global holds it’s edge the best, but some of my oldest Global knives pitted, no problem though, for home use you wouldn’t notice. Also, the German blades are less fussy with sharpening, an advantage.
I especially like the “D” handles of the Shun, and I very much like the balance, which I think is the best out of the group. So, all this being said, I do have a set of Shun, and Global, and Henckels, using them as the product I am cutting changes. Shun is worth the price, as are the others. Right now, I carry Shun to my culinary demonstrations. I do wish they had a 9″ chef with steel handle. Had a 9″ in culinary school, was the most versatile knife I owned, but alas not many 9s around now! So, Shun is great, and worth it!
Rating: 5 / 5
I have had this knife for a number of years. Had a regular 110 and someone lifted it from my dorm room desk drawer. When I replaced the 110 I got the Finger Groove model. I have used it for every task imaginable. Last Wednesday, I went hunting with a buddy of mine. I killed a good sized buck. He pulled out some folder that appeared to be a Star Wars prop. After several attempts to impress me with his “sharp” knife, I handed him my 110. He made one cut and handed it back to me after accidently poking it through the bucks stomach. He told me he had never used such a sharp knife. The interesting thing is that I had not sharpened the knife in nearly six months. I then proceeded to cape the buck like I was using a straight razor. Very, very impressive knife. Why would anyone buy anything else?
Rating: 5 / 5
My boyfriend wanted a knife so i did some research and based on many reviews, picked this one. He LOVES it. He uses it on anything and everything. I can’t take it away from him. It’s beautiful, durable, sharp, well weighted and fits well in the hand. All of his friends love it. This is a great gift for someone who appreciates a well made knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
The problem I had with this knife was that it was too small. I was replacing a SAK that had been lost and thought this one was similar. Actually it is pretty tiny…do read the fine print!
Rating: 1 / 5
when it was ordered for me it somehow was a miss understanding cause i NEVER got it , so my wife contacted the people and they sent me another in its place and i was so happy with what she bought she gave it to me early ! I am that please ! Thank you so much for a wonderful product .
Rating: 5 / 5
This Buck design is an excellent keychain knife. At 1.5 oz. in weight it is practically not noticeable at all. It has a rugged and tight lock blade knife, the locking mechanism for the protection of the user.
The rounded design makes the knife easy on your pocket, wear resistant and small so keys can easily slip over the case without catching. The knife constitutes a great consumer product again from Buck Knives.
Rating: 5 / 5
Years ago I owned a standard 110 and bought this variant because I like the finger grip design. I wound up sending it back for an exchange. However, the 110FG is great for anyone with a S,M,or L glove size. If you have to buy an XL glove size, the 110FG is so uncomfortable it will make the knife feel unnatural in your hand. Instead of your fingers resting comfortably inside the finger grooves, they’ll press against the ridges as opposed to resting solely in the troughs. BOTTOM LINE: If you have a smaller hand, the 110FG is great. If you have an XL hand, go for the standard 110. It costs less and fits an XL hand nicely.
Rating: 3 / 5
If you want something larger and more sturdy than a skinny pen knife, but dont want a huge knife in your pocket, this is a good choice. The handle is part textured, which you can’t see in the photo, making the handle really nice. You can just feel the quality of this knife when you hold it. I have a slightly larger Schrade knife with a black handle and there is no comparison, the Buck is superior.
Rating: 5 / 5
If you’re not a professional chef, then this is probably the most expensive bread knife you’ve ever looked at. But if you slice bread (or, say, watermelon) on a daily basis, it will quickly pay for itself. It’s sharp, has a good feel, and will last a very long time. If you only slice bread occasionally, then you might want to consider the J.A. Henckels International bread knife instead.
Rating: 5 / 5
small buck lock back knife; great knife , only disappointment in a “buck” product is that it was made in china and not the united states! ed gracia, ca.
Rating: 4 / 5
I keep this on my key chain and I’ve found it to be a useful tool. No more hunting for scissors to open packages, no more wandering around at parties to find a bottle opener, no more finding myself on the hiking trail in need of cutting something and not having a knife.
I’ve had this in my pocket for ~4 years now. While other keychain pieces and keyrings have eventually failed, this knife has held up. The paint is scratched after a lot of time being rubbed against keys in my pocket, but it is otherwise well crafted and sturdy. A good gift too.
Rating: 5 / 5
I’ve had a Buck Whittaker keychain knife for over a year now. It is used nearly ever day from everything to opening boxes, popping a bear bottle cap, cutting newspaper articles from the paper and myriad other uses. I was skeptical about purchasing this tiny knife. I’m very happy I did. Hey! For eighteen or nineteen bucks, how can you go wrong? The point is, you should buy the Buck Whittaker and see for yourself. Very small..doesn’t really add bulk to your keychain. Need a little blade often? Everyone has their keys in their pocket, or nearby. I’ve been asked about mine by MANY people….. Invariably, most always go to Amazon and buy it. After 14 months, it’s still sharp and sturdy and handsome! They come in 3 or 4 colors.
Rating: 5 / 5
Try culinaryclassis.com think they will make them to order.
Was pleased that the Henckel Twin Signature Bread Knife met the quality and craftsmanship expected of this manufacturer. Cuts easily thru bread and is excellent for slicing tomatoes and onions. Excellent buy
Rating: 5 / 5
The quality is great as expected for Victorinox, but it is really small. Be aware there is no can opener included.
Rating: 3 / 5
These aren’t exactly what you where looking for, but you might find something you like.
http://www.happychefuniforms.com/800-347-0288/order.cfm?ProductID=24&OColor=Bistro&Ref=Home (knife and fork pattern)
http://www.allheartchefs.com/cw3000.html (utensils)
Without any question, this Buck knife is the best knife that I have ever owned. Opens and closes with just one hand, very sharp and is lightweight to boot. Fits my hand well and this knife is an absolute bargain. Too bad it was manufactured in China. Still love it !
Rating: 5 / 5
AN EAGLE SCOUT AT 12 YEARS OF AGE, I’VE BEEN AROUND POCKET KNIVES OVER 30 YEARS. BOTH “REAL” SWISS ARMY KNIFE MANUFACTURERS, WENGER AND VICTORINOX MAKE GENERALLY GOOD QUALITY KNIVES. THIS PARTICULAR KEYCHAIN KNIFE BY VICTORINOX IS NOT UP TO STANDARD. IT IS MORE ORNAMENT THAN TOOL. I BELIEVE SOME OF THE EVALUATIONS ARE REFERRING TO SWISS ARMY KNIVES IN GENERAL RATHER THAN THIS PARTICULAR KNIFE. I RECEIVED THIS KNIFE FOR MY KEYCHAIN AS A BIRTHDAY GIFT. AFTER 2 WEEKS OF LIGHT USAGE THE SPRING FOR THE SCISSORS FAILED. I STUDIED THE KNIFE IN GENERAL AND THE QUALITY IS JUST NOT AS GOOD AS THE LARGER KNIVES. VICTORINOX SENT A REPLACEMENT SPRING FOR FREE. IT’S A LITTLE TRICKY TO EXCHANGE THE SPRING. THE KNIFE FUNCTIONS AGAIN, BUT THE FAILURE IS IN THE DESIGN. THE WENGER KEYCHAIN KNIFE I NOW USE HAS A COMPLETELY DIFFERENT SPRING DESIGN FOR THE SCISSORS.
IF YOU USE THE SCISSORS OF YOUR KEYCHAIN POCKET KNIVES, PLEASE CHOOSE THE WENGER…AT LEAST UNTIL VICTORINOX ABANDONS THIS CHEAP SPRING DESIGN ON THIS MODEL.
Rating: 3 / 5
I didn’t know a knife can be made this small until I got the shipment. It is too small to be used to peel the apples. It ended up disappearing in my son’s toy box.
I suggest you read the specification carefully before place an order.
Rating: 2 / 5
The sure fire way of knowing is to ask an officer.
Hello New Zealand!
Trywww.priceme.co.nz/Kitchen-Knives/c-430.aspw; they are in your neck of the woods.
A Midwest Yank
cheap and sturdy. Does not open quickly, but works well as a EDC knife, small and handy. razor sharp blade.. but it will not stand to any heavy duty task. As a collector i love the shape and design. i call it the baby face assassin…
Rating: 4 / 5
I’ve got an old Buck folding knife I bought for camping, back in… what was it? 1975 or so. Still rock solid.
Here is another one. Clearly Buck quality. Sharp as a razor. I learned to open it with one hand in about 20 minutes.
This little puppy will be around long after I am gone. May it always have a responsible owner.
Rating: 5 / 5
This link is a quick how-to, but you need to have the right materials, since this is the most difficult knife to sharpen! http://forum.doityourself.com/showthread.php?t=75149 I have Cutco knives– you just send it back to the company when it dulls and they sharpen it for you. If they can’t sharpen it, they replace it. Most high-end knife companies have a lifetime warrantee like this– you might want to call the knife co. and see if they have one. It sounds like you have a quality knife, it’s worth a try!
Ga Law 16-11-101
If the knife can be considered as and Offense or Defense weapon, then illegal to carry if under 18.
Also the school codes, what with all that’s been going on lately, a weapon is anything that can cause harm, or one believes can cause harm.
Had an inmate, brandish a small pen knife about 2″ overall, at a cashier, she gve him all the money in the till, he got 2 cases of beer.
He was charged with brandishing a weapon, threats to do bodily harm, robbery, etc doing 20 years in a state facility.
When you spend less than $10 on a product, you expect to get what you paid for. I expected that, and was willing to live with it.
WOW! Grey Eagle has found the “Import Of The Year”!!!!!! This is a knife of a quality I did not expect! The “fire steel” is of a high quality that was also unexpected.
Great combo set.
(by the way, I bought 3, all have been used by me and as great gifts)
I will by again from Grey Eagle!
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a good looking knife with a sharp blade. It would be a perfect pocket knife if the handle were not so thick. The handle is 14mm wide. This is just enought to put a buldge in your pocket. By conteast a knife by Victornox with an identical length blade has a width of 9.5mm.
Rating: 3 / 5
This knife is dull as can be and small as the palm of my hand about 6 in. total.
Other than the size its a good lil tool. The fire starter is worth the price of this knife. I liked it but don’t buy thinking your going to get a belt knife this is definetly a boot knife.
Rating: 4 / 5
ok a few things, first this is a full tang knife, and it comes with a fire starter. yes it comes blunter than a butter knife, and yes the rope grip is incredibly uncomfortable. BUT, the hilt has holes with makes re-wrapping the handle with some rope or para-cord very easy, once re-wrapped the handle is comfortable, also the steel is decent quality, so with a little sharpening the knife becomes very usable. bottom line 7$ and 10 minuets of your time and you have yourself a decent knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
I give this knife 2 stars instead of just 1 because it is so cheap. It only cost me $8.00, so I’ll give it my daughter who is leaving the house for her first apartment.
When the knife arrived today, the first thing I did was a tomato; it wouldn’t cut through the skin. I had to push down and saw to get the blade through it. I checked the same tomato with my Misono 8″ Chef’s and 2 Wüsthofs, which all cut through beautifully. So, I got out my Chef’s Central 130, and went through a complete sharpening session. No difference. Even after creating a new edge, steeling and honing, the knife continued to be dull. Also, the blade is also a little flimsy and “flexy”, giving a less-than-secure feeling while cutting.
All in all, a big disappointment in quality, especially after all the very positive reviews in this forum. I guess you can’t beat the cost, but if it doesn’t cut as needed – and it doesn’t – the knife is not a bargain, even at $8.00. As always, you get what you pay for.
Rating: 2 / 5
I bought this smaller blade version of the 8″ Forschner Fibrox for our vacation home, thinking I wouldn’t need the larger knife. Wrong. Although this knife is adequate for some smaller jobs, the 8″ is much more versatile. If one had both knives, one would probably still reach for the 8″ most of the time. Get that one instead, as recommended by America’s Test Kitchen.
Rating: 3 / 5
a machete.
Try Williams-Sonoma. Look for stainless steel. knifes.
this is the only knife I use for 99% of my chopping. (I ordered a bigger Victorinox
chef’s knife, but thought it was too big) totally satisfied!
Rating: 5 / 5
solingen. very respectable stabbing capabilities
The first item shipped fine (Bo Staffs). The second item was completely wrong and useless. I called to rectify, and sent back the mistaken item using my own funds several weeks ago. There has been no replacement and no feedback from the supplier.
Rating: 1 / 5
Cutco makes the best knives in the world. No doubt. You really have to try them to get a feel for why they’re so good. The serrated blade and the lifetime guarantee (they resharpen, repair and replace, as long as you mail it to them) are the best parts. It can cut through many many materials and things. Check out http://www.cutco.com for more details.
I was very pleased that this item got here in time for christmas my son was really pleased that he received it. Thank you Dedde
Rating: 5 / 5
http://www.google.com/products?hl=en&resnum=0&q=Sharp+knives+that+are+long+lasting&um=1&ie=UTF-8
Good Luck!
Forschner Ive used them some 25 years I use the heck out of my 10 inch. In Orlando FL. the local Hobart office is a direct dealer for them.
This knife is now my 8″ chef’s sole companion at work, perhaps even it’s rival. It’s perfect for chopping small, soft items. I can power through case after case of mushrooms with lightning speed and with no fatigue thanks to the light blade and handle, and the blade length seems just right for most slicing tasks. I’ve left my beloved tourning knife at home, as this peels fairly well after you get used to it. Now that I think about it, I’d say that this is in my hand more often than my 8″. It does have it’s downsides that keep a real Chef’s knife right beside it though. One downside is that it’s just not large enough to handle everything. The blade is much too short to butcher most meats or bone chicken. Also, the handle isn’t big enough for my large hands to gain leverage for hard to cut items (butternut squash, I’m looking at you.) Also, it doesn’t mince well at all; the blade simply isn’t deep enough or doesn’t have enough belly to rock well.
When it came in the mail, it was plenty sharp. Tomato test with fresh garden tomatoes proved that; though it did feel like it needed a little love from a steel. After a few passes, it was shaving sharp with a mirror smooth edge. It takes an edge quickly with a standard steel and holds it well, just as the rest of their line. It stays sharp every bit as long as my tried and true Wusthoff.
My wife loves it as she is 4′ 10″ and has smallish hands. As I said, the handle is a bit smaller then the most chefs knives and works for her quite well. She wishes I would leave this one at home all the time. Perhaps I’ll get her the 6″ version… It may be up to 95% of kitchen tasks for those with smaller hands.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is an excellent knife, a great value. The whole Victorinox Fibrox line seems to have good quality and at a price well below most knives of similar quality. This is not a fancy knife, but it is a good tool. The handle is big enough for me to use with comfort, but this knife is also my wife’s go to choice with her smaller hands.
Rating: 5 / 5
I searched for a very long time for a good solid knife that I can use for survival in the field if need be. I really wanted the ka-bar, more because it is what I had in the Marines and wanted another one. Unfortunately, I couldn’t really afford it so I kept looking. I came upon this knife along the the S&W boot knife for a great price. What I received seems to be of great quality, sharp and the weight is good. the knife feels very solid and I would recommend it. It’s inexpensive and will do the job when needed. It’s sharp looking but it isn’t meant to be for show. It’s a survival/combat knife and is worth every cent.Smith & Wesson CKSUR1 Bullseye Search and Rescue 10.5″ Fixed Blade Powder Coat
Rating: 5 / 5
I’ve got a 10” henkel that i’ve had for about a year, it’s still going strong and i hardly ever sharpen it. I do have other knifes like boning, pearing and filet knives so i don’t do all my cutting with it.
75 usd is a lot of money for a chefs knife and if i had that kind of money to spend on one knife i’d go with either of these two
http://www.amazon.com/J-Henckels-8-Inch-Carbon-Stainless/dp/B00004RFKS/ref=pd_bbs_sr_8?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1199034694&sr=8-8
http://www.amazon.com/W%C3%BCsthof-Grand-8-Inch-Cooks-Knife/dp/B00005MEI5/ref=pd_bbs_3?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1199034694&sr=8-3
Yahoo search chef knives. Then click on chef knives to go. From there click on Forschner Fibrox 8″ chef’s knife 23.95.
Today there are so many FINE knives you must look and feel for their quality..
try this first
http://www.merloscutlery.com
I was very pleased when this knife arrived, the picture doesn’t do it justice you really must see to appreciate!Very sturdy knife and the heavy duty nylon sheath is constructed with a hard synthetic liner and metal reinforcements. The sheath also includes a D ring, lashing slots, and a front mounted nylon storage pouch with Velcro closure (the sharpening stone came in there but i put my fire starter in it). and they left out the MOLLE mounting on back of scabbard.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have to say that I was very impressed with this knife overall. it’s well built and comes with a very nice sheath. If you want a good all around utility / camping type knife, then this is your best bet!
Rating: 5 / 5
Ben, in the past the best place I have found to find WW1 or WW2 stuff is at traveling gun and knife shows. I have been to a couple and they always have nice variety of items and people are willing to negotiate with you sins you standing there in front of them. This also gives you the opportunity to look and feel the item you want before handing over the $$. Good Luck!!!
Technically designed for maximum impact….this knife locks in place for safety and security….well intended reviewer(s) suggest yanking the knife out of its holster…..the knife is quite sharp & locked in place, yanking it out could damage locking mechanism, not to mention your self …..I grip the knife handle with first 3-fingers & with pointer pinkie gently nudge edge of holster for a quick safe release.
Based on quality/cost ratios, its a steal …. (product description should be corrected as the holster is not leather, thankfully).
Rating: 5 / 5
I purchased this knife to replace an identical knife that I lost during a move from Alaska to Massachusetts. This knife is wonderful, reasonably priced for what it is, easy to carry and extremely dependable. I am certain that this knife will be the only one I will choose to own for personal use.
Rating: 5 / 5
I ordered this items more than two months ago. After more than a month, I received a Tool Logic multifunction tool, though it was not the one I ordered. It was the wrong tool in a mislabeled tin (labeled with the item that I ordered). I contacted Amazon regarding the return. They sent a replacement, which arrived in about a week. Unfortunately, it was yet again the wrong tool in a mislabeled tin. I sent both of them back at my expense, having received a message that I would receive the cost of postage refunded. That hasn’t happened yet. In the return package I asked that I be sent the correct item and that someone actually check the item in the tin to make sure that they send me the correct item. That also hasn’t happened yet. It has now been more than two months and I haven’t received my refund or the correct item. Does anybody know if a live person can be contacted at Amazon regarding this mess?
Rating: 1 / 5
What can I say, it’s a great knife at a great price. buy it! DONE.
Rating: 5 / 5
This Buck knife looks almost too good to actually use but it is, of course, a fully functional fixed blade knife. The combination of brass, black and wood grain is very nice. The blade is extremely sharp right out of the box. The sheath was so well form fitted for this knife that I wasn’t sure if it was real leather or not until I sniffed it, yup, it’s leather and when the knife is in the sheath and the sheath is snapped closed the upper part of the sheath raps around most of the handle for protection from scratching. Both the knife and the sheath are very well made. MADE IN USA! I’m not sure if I would call the finish on the handle semi-gloss or satin but it does not slip in my hand and it just feels right, well balanced.
I really like this knife…get one for yourself, you will be glad you did.
Rating: 5 / 5
I will just echo much of what “The Shepard” said about the knife. It’s almost impossible to remove it from the sheath without playing tug of war with yourself. And to make a strange situation even more strange, the belt/boot clip that is an integral part of the sheath is so weak that it is useless for holding the knife in any location…..which is why I no longer own this knife. Rideing my motorcycle today, the knife fell away somewhere on I40. I don’t miss it….Lynn Stubblefield
Rating: 2 / 5
I bought this as a Christmas gift for my step-dad in Florida. He loves it– convenient carry case and even a cutting board. Good quality for the price.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a realy beautiful knife, maybe too nice to use. The wood handle is gorgeous and the brass really sets it off. The dark brown sheath is a nice touch.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is an excellent knife and is absolutely the sharpest knife I have ever owned and maintains a razors edge without constantly sharpening the only problem I had was mine didn’t come with batteries and amazon is no help but I called tool logic and they sent me 2 sets of batteries within a few days. I have no complaints at all the features of the knife they are excellent and I would highly recmend this knife to any one looking for a quality knife for backpacking or camping situations.
Rating: 5 / 5
It is very tought to pull this knife from the sheath. It has kind of a funny feel and balance. Not crazy about it. It does feel tough like it would stand up to abuse. Good for a boot tucker and not much else.
Rating: 2 / 5
Worth the $10. I paid. Made in Thailand most likely of recycled beer cans.
Rating: 2 / 5
save your money. join the NAVY SEALS. THEY WILL GIVE YOU A SURVIVAL KNIFE AND TEACH YOU HOW TO USE IT CORRECTLY AND FOR THE PURPOSE IT WAS MADE.
when it was ordered for me it somehow was a miss understanding cause i NEVER got it , so my wife contacted the people and they sent me another in its place and i was so happy with what she bought she gave it to me early ! I am that please ! Thank you so much for a wonderful product .
Rating: 5 / 5
For my money there are no better knives then cold steel. Most of our special operations/reactions forces think so too. Check out coldsteel.com and get their free CD to see for your self if it is true. They make the best, toughest, sharpest knives in the world. You can actually shave your face with one and they last forever. I have had several of them and I have used/abused one for the past 10 years, still like new.
I like Columbia River Knife and Tool (CRKT) knives.
http://www.travelcountry.com/shop/SessionId/4fd93081fcfbc2a6ad023fed99367965/Action/Vendor_Show/Id/667
well, im sure this is a great knife, thats why i purchased it. Unfortuatley, i don’t know because it hasnt arrived yet. I ordered the product a month and a half ago (November) and it stil hasnt come. this is asinine
Rating: 1 / 5
aThis is an excellent knife…I have bought two…one for my daughter after I had one for myself for a while….the fire starter is very handy and works well……….what it does need is a sheath…..I found one that fits nicely…….GERBER 8762 SHEATH
Rating: 4 / 5
ka bar is what i use cost around $50. it will last forever and its what the military use so it must be good
Made with old world craftsmanship, this knife will be passed down from generation to generation.
Rating: 5 / 5
Good edge. Well constructed. Need some imagination to attach to boot. Very difficult to remove from sheath but easy to modify the sheath or knife.
Rating: 4 / 5
My husband wanted the knife for when he cuts french bread and he said he loves it
Rating: 5 / 5
I recently purchased this knife to use on a camping trip. it is a classic design and it is executed flawlessly. the blade comes razor sharp out of the box and should be easy to sharpen because it is 420hc stainless (i haven’t had to sharpen it yet though). I’ve also seen other reviews that did thorough testing of the blade for corrosion resistance, and they rate it as excellent (i haven’t had it long enough to tell personally). the handle is a work of art; the guard and pommel are polished brass, and the handle is cocobolo wood which gives it a warm and classic look. Buck’s attention to detail and workmanship is remarkable, as the brass meets the wood seamlessly so it is very comfortable to hold. it’s a full-tang knife, meaning that the blade goes all the way through the handle and into the pommel, where it is attached with a brass rod (this too is seamlessly polished). it comes with a dark brown leather sheath that is also very well made and looks like it will last a lifetime. the sheath has a belt loop and can be worn comfortably on the hip.
when i was deciding which knife to get, i considered this one, as well as the standard buck 119 (with phenolic handle and aluminum guard and pommel) and the limited edition 119 (with stacked leather handle and aluminum guard/pommel). After handling all three knives in a store, i liked the feel of the wood/brass handle the most. this is the heaviest of the three knives (at 10.5oz, compared to 7.5oz for the phenolic handle and 7.3oz for the stacked leather), and the balance point is about an inch below the guard which makes it sit nicely in the hand (on the other two, the balance point was right at the guard). i personally like the heft of the knife, but i could see it getting tiring after extended use.
overall, i am very happy with the purchase and i highly recommend it to any hunter/camper/knife enthusiast. i’ll try to upload some pictures too, to show all these details.
Rating: 5 / 5
HAd one of these several years ago, but gave it to a visiting friend because they liked it so much. Bought several other brands since then. none of them as good. Finally tracked down this one again and it is as great as the first one!!!!
Rating: 5 / 5
I got tired of cutting my Italian bread loaves with our steak knives and having crumbs all over the cutting board. So I got this bread knife as a gift from my husband. We couldn’t wait to use it.
Well we were so disappointed. The blade is very thick and the edges of the knife don’t cut easily. We use it on Italian loaves as I mentioned, and you have to push down even harder than we used to with the bread knives, thereby smashing the loaf. And the cutting edge leaves tons of crumbs which means it’s not cutting smoothly through the crust.
I would prefer a finer serated edge to cut easier through the Italian bread.
Rating: 1 / 5
hey sorry i can’t help, but i know bass pro shop is a perfect place for a knife. if there isn’t one near you, the website is http://www.basspro.com
Gerber 650,
I cut stalkers with it.
Ka Bar
Smith and Wesson usually has good tactical knives. I carry a S & W boot knife that i paid $80 for. It is a S & W HRT line. I also have 2 other knives by S & W that i love and i have always been a fan of Kershaw knives, i love the spring assisted opening.
hope this helps
Try http://www.cheaperthandirt.com I use them for gun supplies and they have knives too.
SOG SEAL, official knife of the US Navy SEALs
http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/links/link.jsp;jsessionid=UBMGE32RC2RUMCWQNWQSCNQK0BW0EIWE?id=0014283514924a&type=product&cmCat=froogle&cm_ven=data_feed&cm_cat=froogle&cm_pla=0460105&cm_ite=0014283514924a&_requestid=5558
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showpage?saleitemid=973574&utm_source=froogle&utm_medium=free&utm_campaign=10611
The “Pup” is 4.75 inches and about $50 to $70, you can find the 7″ full sized for $100 exactly at Cabela’s and MidwayUSA but its around $140 everywhere else.
Also http://www.ontarioknife.com/catalog.html stocks great American made knives, folding and fixed at a wide range of prices. They are one of the largest suppliers of knives to the US military. Their Spec-Plus and Freedom Fighter series K-Bars are especially nice and easier on the wallet than the SOG. They can be found at retailers, such as Cabela’s, and list their distributers and links to their websites for each series..
the classic ka-bar fighting knife is around 50$,
cold steel makes several tactical knives in the 50-100$ range, both folding and fixed. cold steel is an awesome company, you should really look into them
I thought the speedsafe was a button that you press which flings the knife open. I was dissapointed to find that it is just a spring that helps it open faster. Other than that, this knife is ultra high-quality, definately the best I have owned.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is definitely the sturdiest, sharpest bread knife I’ve ever owned. The blade is completely rigid, no bending ever. The blade is super sharp, easily cutting through bread or whatever else I put it up against. Makes me wonder how I went so long with my old bread knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great look, well made and nice size for hiking and camping. 5 out of 5!
Rating: 5 / 5
I was excited to purchase what I thought was a quality knife for a good price with good ergonomics, being a Ken Onion design. What I bought was designed to sell and not to last. The handle was textured on the sides, but the edges of the handle were far too smooth to be held safely, especially if they were to ever get a little wet. The thumb studs have very sharp edges that will wear out pants quickly. The spring-assist broke after two months of extremely mild, absolutely non-abusive use.
The $12.00 return shipping fee plus the cost to ship it to Emerson makes the true cost of the knife about $84.00…and what if the spring breaks again? My advice is buy another brand.
P.S. The only reason I give it 2 stars instead of 1 is the tanto blade and the fact that it can still be used as a quick-opening folder, absent the “blur.”
Rating: 2 / 5
Excellent tool of a knife. I never leave home without it because I find use for the knife all the time. Not too heavy, not too lite. Strong! The blade is easy to resharpen. I have owned two in ten years! The only pocket knife for me, period!
Rating: 5 / 5
if i need to cut off my arm like the other climber this is the item to use
Rating: 5 / 5
This knife is made with different steels, from fair to excellent. I did not know this when I ordered the knife. I have sharpened it so no returns (my bad). The one I ordered is item #Blur-1670tbkst. I found this knife is (was) made from 440A stainless knife steel. This is about the lowest quality knife stainless available. The Blur is also made in at least one other steel, I believe it is sv30v which is one of the finest knife steels available. I plan on using the 440a steel knife as a utility knife and ordering anouther knife in the better steel for every day carry.
The Blur design is excellent. I have arthritis in my hand and it makes opening a knife somewhat difficult. With the assisted opening it opens easily with just a short push of the thumb. I can recommend the knife but not the 440A steel. 440B and 440C steels are much better.
After checking with Kershaw, I found they changed the steel on July 7, 2008. At that time they were placing dates on the blade. Just lately they have quit dating their knives so any knife with a date after 7-4-08 or later or no date will have the better steel.
I have changed my rating from 2 stars to 4 stars after getting this information. Very few things rate a 5 star in my opinion.
Good Luck, Jim
Rating: 4 / 5
I got them for gifts to my friends. They are very pleased to them.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a Brand Name and lives up to it.
Don’t go for the knock-offs they just don’t cut-it.
Rating: 5 / 5
The Buck company for a few years now, has seemed to be selling mostly Chinese Knives. That all seems to be changing however, and the Omni Hunter is a great example of how Buck is turning things around. Made in america, with a drop point blade, the Omni Hunter is what a knife should be. Its razor sharp, and fits well within most peoples budgets. I can see this knife lasting your lifetime, and should never give you any problems at all. And if it does, its backed by Bucks Lifetime warrenty. Where else can you pay under $30, and get that kind of deal? The knife is, in my opinion the perfect size for gutting deer sized animals. I do prefer a smaller knife for cutting the lungs, heart, and windpipe out, but a knife this size is needed for the rest of the chore. It should make a good skinning knife as well. The blade has plenty of belly for most any chore. BUY AMERICAN, BUY BUCK!!!
Rating: 5 / 5
nice knife, good quality,very fast delivery,except the logo on the handle is a little bit esay to be abrased, anyway as an economic one, I like it.
Rating: 4 / 5
You could not get a better chef’s knife for the price. Inbelievable. I have had mine for 6 years and never had to have it sharpened professionally. I keep it very sharp with a steel.
I would never buy any other knife now. I use to only buy Henkels. I must have had at least 6 of these through the years at about $100 bucks per knife. The Calphalon is way easier to keep sharp….and I like the weight better too.
Rating: 5 / 5
I expected something diferent, but this nife is realy good one. it fits for close combat and it is incredibly sharp – be careful.
Rating: 4 / 5
For any world traveller. And for every couch potato. This handy knife/tool is indispensable. From opening a bottle of wine to cutting your cheese – this knife does it all.
They last just about forever. And the only reson I bought a new one is because I misplaced the old.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought 6 different knifes 5 brands that sell for under $200 a set, this one is in the middle, I like it a lot, weight is good, hefty, I like the lines, big hands are very comfy, it almost might be too big for small handed people. mine was dull, after sharpening it seems pretty good, with OK edge life with reasonable use. I steel it before use, its a solid performer that is not going to compete with high end knives, but would probably be a great first nice knife for anyone that is looking to get away from cheap sets. I give it four because it was pretty dull at time of purchase, but you never know how many times it got shipped before I bought it, so other results may vary.
Rating: 4 / 5
I bought this knife at TJ Maxx.(Go figure!!). I love this knife. I ABSOLUTELY WILL NOT perform in a kitchen with dull knives. This knife is the BOMB!!! It cuts with very little effort from me. The blade is SHARP and stays sharp. Its precison is wonderful for a knife that doesn’t cost over $100. I own a wonderful knife set but I truly use this knife for everything, from pot roast to strawberries. The ONLY ONLY reason why this knife did not get 5 stars is because of the rust spots. I was told about something I can use so I’ll be taking care of that problem soon but other than that, I believe every kitchen should have one.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is a well made and nice looking kinfe. I will add it to the rest of my knives. and the price was very good.
Rating: 5 / 5
this knife is pretty good looking knife the reason i didn’t give it a 5 star is because mine came in with unbalance blade at the end. and it is not very sharp. but those are not a big deal you still can sharp it yourself and use it well.
Rating: 4 / 5
I’ve been getting into cooking and was in the market for something better than the super cheap lightweight knives I’ve used my whole life, and decided before shelling out triple digits for a high end Shun or something, to take it in baby steps and try a mid range knife like this and see how it goes from there.
This is a GREAT knife for me to use around the kitchen. It glides through raw meats and vegetables alike; cleanly and effortlessly. It’s got a good heft and feels very solid and reliable but is also well balanced. I’m still very careful and methodical with slicing and chopping, but this knife (plus the 5″ and 7″ Calphalon Santoku set) have taken the chore and effort out of it and made it a real breeze. At this point, I don’t forsee a need to upgrade to the high end; these knives seem VERY well made.
Rating: 5 / 5
First, sharpen your knife . Sharpening produces grit which can fall down in the hinge and creat friction, so lets get the sharpening out of the way.
Next..Use a bit of bleach to clean out the blood and such from inside. The bleach will break down the blood. There are other solvents that will do that too.
Next wash it with soap and water or just drop it in the dishwasher
Follow that up by a penetrating oil to clear out any dirt stuck to previous grease.
Ok.. those bolsters are brass.. a little brass polish will make them shine, and then spray them with a bit of laquer to reduce the future tarnish
Now wash it gently to get rid of any leftover cr*p and then either oil it up or use wd40 on the hinges and the lock release.
WIpe it all down with a clean paper towel and you are done.
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The knife you are refering to is a classic. Its been around I know for at least 40 years. WD-40 is a good cleaning, lubricator and preservitive for just about any thing. It will work on your knife. Lay your knife on a rag with the blade open and the opening facing upwards. Spray the WD-40 inside and let it soak. After it has soaked hit it again and this time turn it face downinto the rag so it drains. If you want it took shine again, use a product called Brasso on the gold areas – they are brass. But, again the brass will tarnish shortly after, so I wouldn’t bother cleaning it. Now if you can find them, there is a leather case these originaly came with, or you can have one made. Make sure you wipe the knife down completely as you don’t want it slipping in your hand. The blade for most quality knives is a high grade carbon steel which will rust if not taken care of.
Good luck on your knife.
carried in the open OK.*
http://www.ninehundred.com/~equalccw/knifelaw.html
Open it up and put it in the washing machine along with the silver ware and dishes.
Take it apart and then clean the WHOLE blade with some WD-40 or another household oil. And polish it real good.
I deceided to buy this since I have an like the black bladed single edge version. I am a lil disapointed with this one though. The point isnt really sharp like most double edged boot knives. The blade edges look like they were ground uneven an off center, its almost like the knife I recievced shouldve been in the “seconds” bin as it has imperfections. The blade edges arent as sharp as they could be as well, one shouldnt have to hone a knifes edge when its fresh outve the package.
Rating: 3 / 5
This is a handsome knife with its heft and the full-tang full-forged stainless steel body, a great knife in the kitchen and value for the money. I have had this for over 2 years now (gift from my daughter). It has become my knife-workhorse in the kitchen because of its convenient weight, its size; that it is well-balanced and keeps its sharpness.
Rating: 5 / 5
You could not get a better chef’s knife for the price. Inbelievable. I have had mine for 6 years and never had to have it sharpened professionally. I keep it very sharp with a steel.
I would never buy any other knife now. I use to only buy Henkels. I must have had at least 6 of these through the years at about $100 bucks per knife. The Calphalon is way easier to keep sharp….and I like the weight better too.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought 6 different knifes 5 brands that sell for under $200 a set, this one is in the middle, I like it a lot, weight is good, hefty, I like the lines, big hands are very comfy, it almost might be too big for small handed people. mine was dull, after sharpening it seems pretty good, with OK edge life with reasonable use. I steel it before use, its a solid performer that is not going to compete with high end knives, but would probably be a great first nice knife for anyone that is looking to get away from cheap sets. I give it four because it was pretty dull at time of purchase, but you never know how many times it got shipped before I bought it, so other results may vary.
Rating: 4 / 5
This is an excellent knife for practically anything. It’s extremely sharp on both sides, totally waterproof(knife and case) and easy to carry on the hip or concealed. A while back I went mud bogging with it strapped to my leg because you never know when you’ll need a sharp knife. I was up to my waist in mud and dirty water, and it never came out of the case and formed no rust whatsoever after I got home and washed it off. I recommend this knife for anyone with a knife collection or maybe a wife or sister who needs some self defense in their purse. Excellent product. Thanks S&W!
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this as a christmas gift for my dad and now I want to keep it. There’s no plastic, screws or anything to make this knife look like anything but bad-ass. I haven’t used it for any rigorous tasks but the blade and handle are solid.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this knife at TJ Maxx.(Go figure!!). I love this knife. I ABSOLUTELY WILL NOT perform in a kitchen with dull knives. This knife is the BOMB!!! It cuts with very little effort from me. The blade is SHARP and stays sharp. Its precison is wonderful for a knife that doesn’t cost over $100. I own a wonderful knife set but I truly use this knife for everything, from pot roast to strawberries. The ONLY ONLY reason why this knife did not get 5 stars is because of the rust spots. I was told about something I can use so I’ll be taking care of that problem soon but other than that, I believe every kitchen should have one.
Rating: 4 / 5
I’ve been getting into cooking and was in the market for something better than the super cheap lightweight knives I’ve used my whole life, and decided before shelling out triple digits for a high end Shun or something, to take it in baby steps and try a mid range knife like this and see how it goes from there.
This is a GREAT knife for me to use around the kitchen. It glides through raw meats and vegetables alike; cleanly and effortlessly. It’s got a good heft and feels very solid and reliable but is also well balanced. I’m still very careful and methodical with slicing and chopping, but this knife (plus the 5″ and 7″ Calphalon Santoku set) have taken the chore and effort out of it and made it a real breeze. At this point, I don’t forsee a need to upgrade to the high end; these knives seem VERY well made.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a handsome knife with its heft and the full-tang full-forged stainless steel body, a great knife in the kitchen and value for the money. I have had this for over 2 years now (gift from my daughter). It has become my knife-workhorse in the kitchen because of its convenient weight, its size; that it is well-balanced and keeps its sharpness.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this knife for a friend, and when I ordered it I didn’t expect much. First off, I ordered it with other stuff, and it was definitely the fastest shipped item I had. It was shipped within hours of ordering, it got here around maybe 4-5 days early and even beat stuff on 2-day shipping when they said it would take a week. that really impressed me. When I opened the box, It looked amazing. A very high quality knife, there was some glue on the handle that I can’t seem to ever get off but luckily It’s barely noticable. The knife is about 1/8 inch thick, which is very good for a knife of any kind. The knuckles have sort of a rounded, yet pointed edge, which doesn’t really affect its performance but makes the knife look very good. and the holster does an amazing job of holding the knife, it feels lose on you though. a great accessory especially since its free. Over all i am very impressed with this trench knife and I would reccomend anyone to buy it.
Rating: 5 / 5
Ahhhhh……..I let my neighbor use it…..
A good rule of thumb is the blade of the knife should not be longer than palm of your hand (going sideways).
By measurement that can be 3-5 inches, but that varies by state. Not being from Maryland, I’m sorry I cant be more specific.
But the “palm” guideline holds true in NY where I’m from.
Of course any knife used for work, like a construction blade in a toolbox is OK.
When I lived in Baltimore I was able to buy a 4 inch butterfly knife from a reputable dealer with a storefront.
I believe if you google “knife laws maryland” you will find what you want.
When I ordered this knife I really wasn’t expecting much for only twenty dollars. The product got here (New York) in only about one week (other websites such as [...] took a full month!!). This really is all metal but I played around with it and tested it out. Before telling you about the sharpness and toughness of the blade let me tell you it’s a tanto style blade. I was expecting that but the title didn’t say. This blade is pretty tough (because it’s thick about 1/8th inch to be exact) and it’s not to sharp. Now that may sound like a bad thing but no it means it makes a great gift and the box it comes in is perfect for wrapping. The handle is very comfortable to (if you hold it backwards though like the movies it not) and it’s tough as well I went around punching things (sounds dumb but it was for research). Now you can see the glue between the handle and blade but it’s all black so it doesn’t bother me. Before I forget I’d like to say how amazing the sheath is. It’s completely adjustable and it’s elastic. The best part is if you find it uncomfortable you can remove the straps and ware it on a belt and pants waist. Overall I recommend this product to anyone especially those desperate for an interesting gift.
Rating: 4 / 5
http://www.cutlery.com/t3/t11t23t3b.shtml
its in a drawer buried under the oven mitts silly you put it there
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kitchen_knife
http://www.bjsknives.com/knife-knowledge/
http://www.hertzmann.com/articles/2001/knives/index.php
I searched a lot, found nothing on the size of the spine on a bread knife, they just specify the lenght of the blade.
On the websites above, you can find some good general info. about knives.
I got this as a gift for a friend. He’s not a “knife” person but he said this was the best gift he’s ever gotten! It’s sleek and works very well. He needs a permit to carry it in our city so for now he uses the holster to carry his cell phone. The knife fits in the gravity holster and does not slip out. It’s slim design goes under a vest or sport coat without showing. Get a permit and wear this proudly! $20 will bring a smile to the knife lover in your life. I wouldn’t recommend this knife for Zombie Killing. You don’t want to get that close to a Zombie!
Rating: 5 / 5
Under your bed.
We use a Cutco knife with a serrated edge which works fine for us. Also, you can send it back to the factory for sharpening.
http://www.cutco.com/products/product.jsp?itemGroup=1724
My guess is that you used it last Christmas and it got put away with the Christmas decorations. Your friends must have helped you pack them away and thats why you missed it.
Go to a restaurant supply store. They sell good, cheap, lightweight knifes. Just look up “Grocery Wholesale” in your yellow pages.
Or look online. “Instawares restaurant supply” is a good website. Amazon.com is good too.
Hope this helps
i gave it to my grandma….sorry she needs it!
These knives are always in Cooks Illustrated- rated #1. The Fibrox handles are comfortable and slip resistant. These knives are all your kitchen needs. Made by the Swiss Army knife company, you know thse are quality. Super sharp!
Rating: 5 / 5
I just bought one of these, and I will say, it came sharp. the blade is thin, and the nonstick is a plus, if it doesn’t wear off…my only issue with it is the handle. it is too small and cheap feeling, it is cheap plastic and does not give a good grip. I see some like it, and perhaps they have small hands, designed for women? anyway. if they come out with one with a better handle, I would buy another…
Rating: 3 / 5
Forschner / Victorinox 10 inch Fibrox handle good and inexpensive.
Ka Bar would be one good choice. Their fixed-blade knives come with a well-sharpened blade and a useful hammer-pommel. Cold Steel is another good choice. They carry a wide variety of fixed blades, and the company is well known for its quality, they even make DVDs of extreme abuse of their knives to prove this.
There is an endless debate what a survival knife should be, small utility blade or larger one that can take and dish out lots of punishment.
If you go with second definition, then Busse knives are probably on top of the list. Very tough, pretty much indestructible and unusually high wear resistance and edge holding for those types of knives.
I own (and owned) Busses, Cold Steels, Sogs, Benchmades and bunch of other fixed blades. The toughest are Busses for sure.
As for the Cold Steel tests I am very skeptical about those, because they void the warranty if you try to replicate the tests.
My vote for heavy duty blades goes to Busse or if you are on the budget then Swamp Rat knives(SRKW).
Busse reviews – http://zknives.com/knives/fixed/busse/index.shtml
SRKW review – http://zknives.com/knives/fixed/srkw/index.shtml
If you want something more exotic the kukris are also quite versatile and very tough use knives.
Kukris – http://zknives.com/knives/fixed/himp/index.shtml
Those are the knives that you can cut, chop and pry with.
For more utility type knives benchmade Nimravus is pretty good and not too expensive.
Fallkniven A1 is also quite tough knife from decent steel VG-10.
Cold Steel SRK was a good knife in older version of Carbon V steel. new ones are not as good unfortunately. Though, nowhere near to Busse or SRKW in heavy duty use.
All of those knives are full tang design.
More fixed blades here – http://zknives.com/knives/fixed/index.shtml
well no because if they grab your knife you are so screwed
I bought this as a gift for my grandmother. She loves it, especially the hard case that protects the blade.
Rating: 5 / 5
Such a pretty knife. Very detailed, from blade, to sheath, to the handle. The handle just mold to your fingers very comfortably. It is Available in several colors. The knife’s non-stick surface coating works great. Why they have not thought of that before? The coating makes the blade glide with less effort that the blade seems to be super sharp because of this.
The sheath is very useful when you have to bring the knife with you. Not only it protects the blade but more importantly is a safety accesory to protect you.
Kuhn Rikon is a Switzerland brand, the knife is made in China. It is a quality product.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this knife only to find out that Buck does not live up to expectations of a knife company that has been around for awhile. The rosewood handle was chiped and damaged. I requested a replacement for Amazone, and they did send me a new knife. This new knife was in worse condition than the first one. The knife it self looks to be a good knife, just don’t purchase this one, buy the rubber handle one instead.
One might be thinking “why not contact the company” well I did and they wanted to send the knife at my cost to get a replacement. My only problem was the worksmanship of the “rosewood” handle. why send back the whole knife?
Anyhow that is my two cents. Buyer beware!!!!
Rating: 1 / 5
Well, since that guy before said a whole bunch of stuff, I’m just going to say Ontario rat-7
I got this knife for my college roommate’s wedding gift. It was a really nice knife. A friend of mine recommended Buck and I can see why. This knife was really great and appeared to be built very well. The handle of the knife I bought was a little lighter than the picture and the sheath is a very light tan. It is a very beautiful knife. I would recommend it.
Rating: 5 / 5
Yes it will help you learn to defend to yourself.
Whether or not you use a knife for self defense the know how will help.
Specifically if you use your hands as the knife,
and instead of going for main blood line on the legs, but the upper body, it will help you defend youself.
But remember to run too.
Bought this knife for my son who is serving in the Army over in Afghanistan. The rebels were getting a little too close when he first arrived. As a mom I would do anything to protect my son so I sent this bad boy over to him. His text message when he got it was “sweet”. He sleeps with it under his pillow at night. Somehow this helps me sleep better too! I asked what he liked about it. He said it came with a nice leather case that clips on and has a nice weight and balance to it. Feels good in the hand. Hasn’t had to “use it” yet, hope he never does!
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought a couple of these knives to try and now I have many different sizes and also buying them to give to family! They are sharp and the nonstick finish is great! It really works! This particular chef knife, is great for chopping vegetables.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a medium quality knife. I bought it just to add to my collection.
It is full-tang with a textured rubber grip. It’s very lightweight. The scabbard is nylon. It has a very slim profile which makes it ideal for a boot knife, but the slim design feels loose in my hand and it doesn’t have much of a hilt. I’ll reserve it for slicing only.
Rating: 3 / 5
I just bought one of these, and I will say, it came sharp. the blade is thin, and the nonstick is a plus, if it doesn’t wear off…my only issue with it is the handle. it is too small and cheap feeling, it is cheap plastic and does not give a good grip. I see some like it, and perhaps they have small hands, designed for women? anyway. if they come out with one with a better handle, I would buy another…
Rating: 3 / 5
I bought this as a gift for my father and now my husband wants one. Great price and nice size. My father is a bird hunter and claims this is his favorite knife. This should be a 5 star rating, however, the “rate this item” won’t let me click on the 5 stars.
Rating: 1 / 5
it will help you get arrested faster.
and what if the guy pulls a gun because you have a knife, then your really screwed.
violence begets violence
Tell you what – do this thought experiment:
Imagine two seasoned boxers in a ring, fighting hard. In something like a cage so running away is not an option. Got that image?
Now give one of them a knife for round two.
The question is – what happens to the other fighter’s movement?
Does he fight the same way at all?
Learning to use a knife in actual combat will improve your footwork, speed, agility, and timing. Think that’s of value in a fight?
Bought this to replace another boot knife I lost. Its a very good knife but mine came with a duller edge than the S&A razer sharp guarantee that they are known for(need to work on quality control S&A). Also you should know that this knife is not Teflon coated like the description says(if they haven’t changed it by know). It is a powder coat finish(possibly Titanium) but it is still very scratch resistant. Other than those 2 problems this knife is very nice and heavy duty. Should hold up to some abuse for a good many years. Now off to the sharpener to finish off the edge properly.
Rating: 5 / 5
It absolutely will. I see Jim beat me to this one, but let me say I actually saw something like this experiment in Chicago.
My friend was there doing a JKD concepts seminar in a boxing gym. There was this guy who was badgering his methods – he wasn’t having any of it. The guy could not see the value of weapons training.
My friend gets this butter knife someone left out after lunch and slashes at the guy with it. Suddenly, this guy was up and moving exactly as my friend said he would. He forgot about standing there punching, he even gave up his boxing structure and moved like a smart fighter would against any dangerous opponent.
No one was hurt, and no one was going to get hurt, but training with weapons changes the way you think, move, PERCEIVE. There is no faster way to improve someone’s movement than weapons training properly done. By Properly, I mean realistically – not practicing high blocks with tonfa or something.
It may or may not. It all depends on the manner in which you train knife defense. It must have a sense of realism to it. I realized that the knife defenses that I was learning in my traditional martial arts were not going to be effective for two reasons: 1 – the instructor had never been in a knife fight & 2 – I got stabbed in a bar fight. So I began training in Close Quarter Combatives with Richard Ryan and Reality Based Knife Fighting with Jim Wagner. Now I teach these at my traditional dojo and they are great!
Here is a video on knife attack myths that I found interesting: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNOP3X9OyzM
This is a nice, high quality knife, as every Smith and Wesson knife I’ve ever owned or seen has been. Mine arrived a little less than the S&W ‘razor sharp’ guarantee, but I also own one of their diamond dust sharpeners, so that was easy enough to remedy.
Note: Know your state’s weapon laws before carrying any knife around in your pocket. Every state varies and some have very vague definitions to leave the decisions entirely up to the discretion of the police. This is a pretty safe choice if you are looking for a knife to carry, as it’s not a ‘dagger’ (it is a one sided blade), the blade is less than five and a half inches, and it could conceivably be used as a utility knife.
Rating: 4 / 5
I am a Henckels knife person for many years…have a pretty full set of 10+ different blades. A friend gave me a Kuhn Rikon Colori paring knife as a gift and it was fun to use…the non stick is a plus. So I decided to try the Chef’s Knife. It is wonderful. Goes through anything so easily. Slices onions paper thin, slides through meats, fish, poultry. Went through a thick cantaloupe rind like butter. I am very pleased and surprised. I will definitely buy other blade styles.
Rating: 5 / 5
For the price, nice looking well made knife. Perfect size. Leather is a bit stiff, this should flex up some with more use.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this as a gift for my grandmother. She loves it, especially the hard case that protects the blade.
Rating: 5 / 5
you need to learn to throw your knife accuratley so it can stick in them. i can do that with my pocket knives
and yes, of course it will help. but you have to be good enough so that you dont get it taken away from you. also remember that if you kill him and it isnt considerd self defense by a judge, your dead. your looking at probably 5+ years in jail. and your gonna need more then a knife to last in there. hit the side of the neck. giant vein there. it’ll knock em out
To my knowledge it is not illegal to own that knife. It would be illegal to carry it with you. As long as it remains in your home I don’t think there’s a problem.
Just got my buck alpha hunter folding knife today. Great knife comes sharp although could be just a little sharper, extremely smooth action, everything is in great condition, my only complaint is that the catch that holds the knife open snags a little when trying to close it, i don’t know if it is supposed to do that or if theres a small deformation in the back of the blade. Either way a great buy and definetly recomended.
Rating: 5 / 5
Great knife for the price. Super sharp with a comfortable handle. Great for skinning anything from squirels to deer.
Rating: 5 / 5
Such a pretty knife. Very detailed, from blade, to sheath, to the handle. The handle just mold to your fingers very comfortably. It is Available in several colors. The knife’s non-stick surface coating works great. Why they have not thought of that before? The coating makes the blade glide with less effort that the blade seems to be super sharp because of this.
The sheath is very useful when you have to bring the knife with you. Not only it protects the blade but more importantly is a safety accesory to protect you.
Kuhn Rikon is a Switzerland brand, the knife is made in China. It is a quality product.
Rating: 5 / 5
Jim has given you the answer. So he deserves to get the best answer.
Well, if someone pulls a knife on you it will!!
You don’t necessarily learn knife fighting for the purpose of using one in a fight.
You learn it to have the techniques and skills necessary to defend yourself if some idiot pulls one on you out of the blue.
Knowing how to evade a knife attack, how to disarm your opponent, or use their own knife against them are all reeeeaaaalllllly valuable tools.
Heirlooms are legal to own but not to carry unless in a case and transported in the compartment of a vehicle.~~
The previous answers are, unfortunately, incorrect. It is illegal to possess brass knuckles in California, period. (Pen C 12020.) There is no exception for having them at home. There is no exception for relics or heirlooms, except for museums. Whether any reasonable peace officer would hassle your grandfather for having it is doubtful, but not all peace officers are reasonable.
I doubt that brass knuckles are going to be found to be the kind of “arm” protected by the Second Amendment. Maybe so, but I doubt that your Granddad wants to be the person who gets to litigate it.
I ordered this product as a Christmas gift, prior to the shipping deadline for Christmas arrival. The shipment did not go through on the first try. I was not notified about this until several days later. I re-ordered, and the order was send to “As Seen on TV Products”. A portion of my order was delivered, but another portion of my order went undelivered with no explanation as to why. I was eventually contacted by email several days later and cancelled. This is the 2nd time in the past 5 years where I have had significant difficulty with Christmas orders. Amazon and their 3rd parties have done a poor job of communicating when there are problems. While this is a good product, the 3rd party vendor they work with is very unreliable.
Rating: 3 / 5
great knife. very comfortable and should i mention sharp. cut myself quite good with it.
Rating: 5 / 5
I have owned the Buck Vanguard for several years and use it to skin
deer. As with all Buck knifes, it keeps it sharpness well. I also bought three more Vanguard knifes to give out as gifts to other young hunters in my family. I own the black one but I think the brown one in rosewood looks better.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought a couple of these knives to try and now I have many different sizes and also buying them to give to family! They are sharp and the nonstick finish is great! It really works! This particular chef knife, is great for chopping vegetables.
Rating: 5 / 5
These knives are OVERPRICED and FRAGILE, especially the tips, which break off easily! Steel is better for durability. Kyocera knives are a fad, not an investment. Don’t be fooled! Invest in REAL knives, like Shun Shun Classic 8-Inch Chef’s Knife or WusthofWüsthof Gourmet 3-Inch Serrated Paring Knife.
Rating: 1 / 5
I really love the larger knife. It cuts through everything effortlessly.
The shorter knife’s blade is too short in opinion – I have a hard time cutting an apple with it. But it is VERY sharp!
Rating: 5 / 5
The edge on this pair of knives is ok but not great. A good high carbon steel knife will hold a better edge. The instructions that come with the knives say do NOT use on anything but a wood or plastic cutting surface. It also states that you should not put any pressure on the knife or the edge might break. I find it extremely silly to use a good steel knife to do the major cutting then get one of these to cut the items they are able to. Why use 2 knives when one works and you dont have to worry about it breaking. I also own some of the Henckel twin star series and they are a superior set in every way (also cheaper) and I dont have to worry about forgetting and cutting something on a plate or in a pan and possibly breaking the edge!
Rating: 2 / 5
My knife just arrived this week. I am very impressed with the workmanship and feel. It is light in the hand, but still has a heavy blade and mechanism that means business. Very satisfied.
Rating: 5 / 5
This is a good reasonably priced hunting knife, the gut hook works quite well. Both the blade and the gut hook hold their edge pretty good. 420HC steel is a good choice for making knives, but not the best S30V steel (which is used by benchmade, I think) is alot better, however it costs quite a bit more as well. For my purpose skinning an ocasional deer or bear this knife works great. The Benchmade knives cost about $80, which is out of my price range. Overall a good product from a good company.
Rating: 5 / 5
If you are looking for a solid quality knife, this is an excellent choice. I have owned this for over 3 years with moderate use and it still has a very sharp edge. The type of steel used in this knife is some of the best available. I cannot comment on the performance of the rubber handle version, but it is not the same steel, nor does it come with a leather case. You get what you pay for with this knife.
Rating: 5 / 5
I am a Henckels knife person for many years…have a pretty full set of 10+ different blades. A friend gave me a Kuhn Rikon Colori paring knife as a gift and it was fun to use…the non stick is a plus. So I decided to try the Chef’s Knife. It is wonderful. Goes through anything so easily. Slices onions paper thin, slides through meats, fish, poultry. Went through a thick cantaloupe rind like butter. I am very pleased and surprised. I will definitely buy other blade styles.
Rating: 5 / 5
I love my ceramic knife it’s stays sharpe and you can slice very
thin with it. Another plus it’s easy to clean, usually just rinsing
under hot water.
Rating: 5 / 5
a machete.
I do know that you can sharpen scissors by cutting a piece of aluminum foil a couple times, give that a shot. Fold a piece of aluminum foil and cut through it a few times.
Try Williams-Sonoma. Look for stainless steel. knifes.
solingen. very respectable stabbing capabilities
You should get a samurai shark.
It works really well on serrated edges.
You can get 2 for 10 bux @ http://www.KnifeSell.com I think
Cutco makes the best knives in the world. No doubt. You really have to try them to get a feel for why they’re so good. The serrated blade and the lifetime guarantee (they resharpen, repair and replace, as long as you mail it to them) are the best parts. It can cut through many many materials and things. Check out http://www.cutco.com for more details.
http://www.google.com/products?hl=en&resnum=0&q=Sharp+knives+that+are+long+lasting&um=1&ie=UTF-8
Good Luck!
Forschner Ive used them some 25 years I use the heck out of my 10 inch. In Orlando FL. the local Hobart office is a direct dealer for them.
I’ve got a 10” henkel that i’ve had for about a year, it’s still going strong and i hardly ever sharpen it. I do have other knifes like boning, pearing and filet knives so i don’t do all my cutting with it.
75 usd is a lot of money for a chefs knife and if i had that kind of money to spend on one knife i’d go with either of these two
http://www.amazon.com/J-Henckels-8-Inch-Carbon-Stainless/dp/B00004RFKS/ref=pd_bbs_sr_8?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1199034694&sr=8-8
http://www.amazon.com/W%C3%BCsthof-Grand-8-Inch-Cooks-Knife/dp/B00005MEI5/ref=pd_bbs_3?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1199034694&sr=8-3
Yahoo search chef knives. Then click on chef knives to go. From there click on Forschner Fibrox 8″ chef’s knife 23.95.
Today there are so many FINE knives you must look and feel for their quality..
try this first
http://www.merloscutlery.com