FMAT: Folder with Guard?

[Clark Kent]

Folder with Guard?
By arnisador - Thu, 05 Oct 2006 03:11:11 GMT
Originally Posted at: FMATalk
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I'm looking for a folder that has some type of protection against my hand running up the blade on a stab. A guard or good, deep finger grips or a kerambit-like finger ring, or what-have-you. Everything I have now, except the folding kermabit and, to a lesser extent, the Gunting, have this liability. Any suggestions?


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[SFC JeffJ]

The CRKT Special Forces would fit that bill nicely. Good knives and a good price.

Jeff

 

[Brian R. VanCise]

The CRKT Special Forces would fit that bill nicely. Good knives and a good price.

Jeff

Yes I am with Jeff on this as the CRKT line is very nice and at a reasonable price.

(I am going to get another one in the next week)

 

[SFC JeffJ]

Another one that might suit you is the Kershaw Steven Segal. It doesn't have quillions, but the shape of it does a great job of reducing the possibility of you fingers slipping up on the blade. It is pricier though. It also lends itself well to a reverse grip and is much more comfortable and ergonomic than the CRKT. Plus I think the blade steel is better. At least it's easier to get a really good edge on.

Jeff

 

[arnisador]

CRKT Special Forces

Hmmm, this looks like a good suggestion! Thanks.

 

[SFC JeffJ]

Give the Crawford Kasper (also by CRKT) a try too. Just got one a couple of weeks ago and it's a great knife!

Jeff

 

[arnisador]

Thanks for the advice here and on FMAT! As I discuss here, I went with a basic M-16 for now. If I like the feel of it I may try something similar but nicer.

 

[Cthulhu]

I have the M16SF, and really like it. I thought the guard would be problematic when the knife was closed, but that's not the case at all. Even better, the clip can be placed in one of four different positions to allow for a variety of carry options. Finally, I really like that it has the Lake and Walker Knife Safety (LAWKS) system.

Cthulhu