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Top 5 Designs from Late Knifemaker Kit Carson

September 9, 2014 / Tim / 10 Comments

Late last week, the knife world suffered a huge loss with the passing of legendary knifemaker Harold “Kit” Carson. Not only was Kit Carson one of the pioneers in the knife industry but he was also a retired master sergeant as well as a mentor and teacher to so many people.

Carson was probably best known for his work with CRKT, which he collaborated with on a few groundbreaking knives like the M16 and M4.

Although he was respected for his knives, one of Carson’s lasting legacies was his willingness to talk to anyone who needed help, had questions, or just wanted to chat. He would go above and beyond to help out.

I was recently trying to pinpoint the person that invented or popularized the flipper and stumbled upon a thread at BladeForums.com from 13 years ago and Kit Carson was kind enough to respond to the post by saying with the utmost humility that it was in fact CRKT and himself who made the flipper popular in today’s folder.

This is just one example of a countless ways Kit Carson would make a point to respond to people and have an open line of communication.

In honor of the knifemaker, we’re looking at 5 of his creations. Incidentally, all of the knives were picked up by manufacturers, but the pictures show his custom work taken directly from his website.

If you are inclined to help out, the family has requested donations be made to parkinson.org.

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The Model 4 was Kit’s “flagship custom” (as he called it) because of its popularity. Even though the design was picked up by CRKT for the masses, it remained one of his most requested custom knives. It’s a solid EDC with a simple but reliable design.

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Badass Knife of the Week: Schrade Old Timer 152OT Sharpfinger

September 4, 2014 / Tim / 3 Comments

You know you’ve done something right when your design becomes a standard that many other knife companies aim to mimic. That’s just one of the many reasons why the Old Timer Sharpfinger is the Badass Knife of the Week.

The Schrade Old Timer 152OT Sharpfinger, which has become a generic term for knives in this style, is a fixed blade with an iconic upswept blade that makes the knife more than just a skinner.

Badass Knife of the Week: Kershaw JYD II

August 29, 2014 / Tim / 1 Comment

They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but the Badass Knife of the Week is evidence otherwise.

The Kershaw Junkyard Dog II is an iteration of customer knifemaker Tim Galyean’s popular Junkyard Dog and it pulls out some new tricks.

Like a real junkyard dog, the JYD II is intimidating and packs a big bite. Featuring a hefty 3.6-inch blade that’s built for heavy-duty use, the knife is also just small enough to make a great EDC while handling some of the more nuanced tasks.

One of the first things you’ll notice on the knife is the outstanding composite blade that uses high-carbon high-chromium D2 steel for the edge and a durable Sandvik 14C28N stainless steel for the spine.

Buck Unveils New Compadre Series for 2015

August 27, 2014 / Tim / 2 Comments

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Buck Knives is set to debut a new series of knives called the Compadre Series.

The Compadre Series, which goes on sale in 2015, will consist of a camp knife, hatchet, and chopping froe. Designed with the outdoor enthusiast in mind, the products in the series have an instantly noticeable red powder-coated blade made of 5160 steel. The more underrated aspect of the line is the Heritage Walnut Dymondwood handles.

Here’s a little more info about the products in the series, which will make its official debut at the OR Show.

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The Compadre Camp Knife features a full-tang construction and an overall length of 9.5 inches. MSRP $80

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Badass Knife of the Week: Benchmade Griptilian

August 22, 2014 / Tim / 0 Comments

With a strong reputation and a staunch commitment to quality, Benchmade is one of the most respected brands out there. So you shouldn’t be surprised that one of Benchmade’s most popular knives is this week’s Badass Knife of the Week.

The Benchmade 550SBKHG Griptilian features an all-American design that makes even the most hardened knife enthusiast swoon.

This particular iteration of the Griptilian features a partially serrated, black-coated blade that’ll turn heads. A convenient thumb hole allows for quick and comfortable engagement of the 3.45-inch 154CM steel blade.

Knife Falls From Sky Right Into Man’s Head

August 21, 2014 / Tim / 3 Comments

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We’ve all heard that expression about how you shouldn’t try to catch a falling knife, but a recent news story takes that saying to a whole new level.

A man in China was taking a stroll around his hometown when all of a sudden his head started feeling heavy and strange, according to Malcolm Moore of the Telegraph.

It wasn’t until someone spotted the man and pointed at his head with incredulity that he realized something was way off. A 5-inch knife was firmly lodged into his head after falling from the eighth-floor balcony of a high-rise building.

Badass Knife of the Week: Schrade SCHF12

August 14, 2014 / Tim / 1 Comment

In honor of our awesome giveaway with Schrade, we bring you the latest Badass Knife of the Week: the Schrade SCHF12 Recurved Tanto Fixed Blade.

The Schrade SCHF12 boasts an array of features that take the knife from great to the greatest. Let’s start with the well-designed blade.

Watch What Happens When Famous Weapons are Mashed Up Into One Weapon

August 11, 2014 / Tim / 0 Comments

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From the folks who brought you the riveting Man At Arms series comes with next iteration of the series… Man At Arms: Reforged.

Whereas the previous installment saw master bladesmith Tony Swatton recreate weapons found in pop culture (such as Sting from “The Hobbit” and the Lich King Frostmourne from World of Warcraft), this new installment reforges weapons from pop culture to create a new superweapon.

While we’ll definitely miss Tony Swatton and his gang, the new crew from Baltimore Knife and Sword seem more than capable of holding their own.

Badass Knife of the Week: ESEE Junglas

August 7, 2014 / Tim / 0 Comments

They say the lion is the undisputed king of the jungle, but the real king of the jungle is this week’s Badass Knife of the Week: the ESEE Junglas.

The ESEE Junglas (pronounced “hoonglas) has a badass history that only adds to the allure of the knife. Named after Colombia’s Jungla Commandos, which is the country’s premier counternarcotics unit, the knife was designed specifically for use in the dense jungles of Latin America.

With a razor-sharp blade that’s a little longer than 10 inches, the ESEE Junglas is as intimidating as it is functional. Its 22.5-ounce weight gives it enough heft to clear obstructed paths or tackle heavy-duty tasks around camp.

5 Best-Selling Case Knives at Knife Depot

August 3, 2014 / Tim / 2 Comments

This year marks the 125th anniversary of Case Cutlery, so in honor of the company’s rich history of manufacturing collectible knives, we decided to bring you a post on the best-selling knives from Case at Knife Depot.

Here they are.

5. American Workman Sod Buster

Coming in at No. 5 is the Sod Buster from the American Workman family. This Sod Buster is a great knife that’s been in the Case family for decades and constantly gets praise from everyone who owns one. With a closed length of 4.63 inches, the Sod Buster is surprisingly large and dispatches nearly any task with ease. It features a blue synthetic handle and a polished skinner blade.

4. Amber Bone Medium Stockman

Next up is the Amber Bone Medium Stockman. The jigged Amber Bone on this 3.64-inch (closed) stockman takes center stage, highlighting how handsome these knives are. It comes with a clip, sheepsfoot and spey blade in Tru-Sharp Surgical Steel. Continue reading