Bud Nealy Pesh-Kabz

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gibbyx

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Hey all - need some help please,

I'm looking for feedback from those with experience of Mr. Nealy's Pesh-Kabz model. I'm in the gathering stages of comissioning one and would like to know as much as I can before I "tweak" anything on my end.

Also, anything else that you think may help someone placing an order of Mr. Nealy's products would be much appreciated.

Thanks,

Gibby
 
Sharp Phil said:
I assume you do not mean the production CRKT folder?
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Uhhh, No.

I Don't mean to sound crass Phil but, did you read the OP?

Gibby

edit: Perhaps I wasn't clear on my end. When I said "comissioning" I meant comission a "job" from Mr. Nealy., ie, make me one. Not put one in a shop somewhere on comission sales.
 
Gibby, I like a point, point, on a blade. Nealy makes a good blade. Look at others like Leu, Snoddy and Martin.
 
Thanks Lycosa. I love Snody and Martins work. In fact, they are both a big influence on some things I'm doing now.

As for Leu, I've recently discovered because of you - Thank You.

Gibby
 
Sharp Phil said:
I really, really hope you're kidding.
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Phil,

Please don't use the same word separated by a comma. I find it inflammatory, inflammatory.

To the OP. I handled the smaller one. I almost ordered one but stopped short. Ordering is pretty easy. The website says 90 day delivery but I think it is usually quicker. I like the fact that the knife and the sheath are guaranteed. I'm still kicking around the idea of getting one. Please let us know how this works out.
 
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Back to the topic at hand...

I personally recommend the Cave Bear II. It is functional as well as useful for defense purposes (safe handle design, spearpoint blade with double edge, and a nice size yet easy to conceal and carry). The X-Cel looks very nice for many of the same reasons, is cheaper, and doesn't have a thumb ramp, which is possibly a plus (I plan to buy one if I ever get another Bud Nealy knife).

Kwaitos are nice if you're not wary of a guardless knife (I have stabbed one into many things many times without slippage, so I would say they're pretty safe) but don't have a very utilitarian design. They are made for defence purposes only (or mostly). In this case I recommend the single edged version over the double edged one.

I have never owned, used, or examined a Pesh Kabz firsthand so I cannot say what I think about it.

Whatever model you pick, I recommend getting 154CM steel because it is cheaper and in my opinion is better steel that S30V. Some people will argue the point but I haven't had any problems with a 154CM blade and see no reason to "upgrade" when all I am doing is paying more for no greater functionality.
 
Sharp Phil said:
I really, really hope you're kidding.
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Of course - Let me try again.

Forget CRKT, Folder, whatever. I don't think I can "comission" CRKT to tweak me a Pesh Kabz and I don't think my OP reads that way.

I want to comission a piece, wait, strike that. -------- I would like to give Bud Nealy money to make me a custom Pesh Kabz Fixed Blade Model and, before I decide what all input I wish to request on my part, I would like to ask if anyone, with experience with Bud Nealys Pesh-Kabz Fixed Blade Model, can give me any feedback on said model.

Thank you,

Gibby
 
Okay folks, looks like this car took an exit from the start-

Morrow, thanks for the poking;) I guess I deserved that - I'm really trying to be clear and , believe it or not, ASSUMING you guys know what I mean when I say " I wan't to commision a piece from whatever maker." As for the "ordering policy", for lack of a better term, and for how you almost ordered one; Seriously, I enjoyed that and have been there with other models before. I know what ya mean!

Suzuki - Couldn't help it Bro!

Phil, thanks for... well, being predictable. :rolleyes:

Moloko, As for Bud's other models, I'm sure I'll have my fair share eventually - if things are good, that is. Right now, all I care about putting my pencil to is the Pesh-Kabz. So, please let me ask about this statement of yours...

"I have never owned, used, or examined a Pesh Kabz firsthand so I cannot say what I think about it.

Whatever model you pick, I recommend getting 154CM steel because it is cheaper and in my opinion is better steel that S30V. Some people will argue the point but I haven't had any problems with a 154CM blade and see no reason to "upgrade" when all I am doing is paying more for no greater functionality."

Okay - First, let me say I think I understand exactly what you are saying. 154CM fit's you to a tee. Why pay more for something else, right? Well...

-------I tend to think formulas and heat treat make a difference------------


Here's my thing -And I need to explain further - I plan on going high-grade steel on a custom model with specific inputs from me, the customer. And I'm asking for basic input from people who "Have experience with" the Fixed blade model Pesh-Kabz from Bud Nealy - or any of his stuff in general. I'm just askin' for experience with the knife - it's ergonomics, balance, quickness - if it could use weight in the front, the back? If it could lose some weight in the front, the back? Whatever. All the variables, the ups, downs, etc. If there are any "particulars" of Nealy's stuff that may help one understand the artist a little better BEFORE he enters an engagemant of business.

If anyone else would be so kind to chime in with their view, please do. Thanks to all who have replied so far. I have gotten some useful info both for design input and for "journalistic" input. Seriously though, Thanks!

Gibby
 
gibbyx said:
Hey all - need some help please,

I'm looking for feedback from those with experience of Mr. Nealy's Pesh-Kabz model. I'm in the gathering stages of comissioning one and would like to know as much as I can before I "tweak" anything on my end.

Also, anything else that you think may help someone placing an order of Mr. Nealy's products would be much appreciated.

Thanks,

Gibby
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i have a 5" M2 pesh kebz and used to have a 3" PK and still have an amoeba, all great knives, imho bud nealy and al polkawski are the top 2 'smiths when it comes to edc fixed blades for self defense, those 2 are as good as it gets and i've tried a few lol,

one thing i would insist on, i would get the MASS vs the MCS sheath systems, imho the MASS is far superior, in fact i found the MCS to be kinda "cheesy" IIRC most of buds stuff comes with the MASS now, and i would consider it a con if i was gonna buy one and it didnt have the MASS, since i would have to immediately send it in to get the MASS, i cant think of one carry option the MASS wont do better than the MCS.

point being for edc concealed carry for self defense bud & al are the top dogs & i'm sure ya will like the knife and the sheath, really for edc CC the sheath is as important(maybe MORE important FWIW) than the knife imho, some 'smiths make a good knife but the sheaths suck, bud and al have it down.

as far as 154CM vs S30 vs damascus one of mine is M2, and the other 2 are 154, all of which have worked just fine, to be honest i wish the last one i bought from bud (the amoeba) i had gotten the damascus just because it would be prettier, imho the steel doesnt make a lotta difference in a FB SD knife as ya shouldnt use it for utility anyway just keep it for SD, and if ya do that any decent steel is gonna be ok.

as far as ergo's/balance/etc again they are all great in that regard, great F&F too, buds work is all top notch, and the designs are all top notch also, like i said for a edc FB SD knife bud and al are very difficult to even equal much less top,
 
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I've handled the CRKT version of the knife the original poster asked about. I posted my question in an attempt to determine if thoughts on the production version would have any bearing on the "real" version, acknowledging up front that this probably wasn't the case but allowing for the fact that it might be. I am surprised that this would in any way be considered offensive; it certainly wasn't intended that way.
 
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Gibby---Can't believe I forgot to mention this dewd---Lucas Burnley makes some of the finest Kwaikens on the market. I have one on order. Find Luc over on the USN.
 
Sharp Phil said:
I've handled the CRKT version of the knife the original poster asked about. I posted my question in an attempt to determine if thoughts on the production version would have any bearing on the "real" version, acknowledging up front that this probably wasn't the case but allowing for the fact that it might be. I am surprised that this would in any way be considered offensive; it certainly wasn't intended that way.
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No worries man, lets press on. I was in a stupid mood yesterday so I'm not without fault here.

Gibby
 
SIFU1A said:
i have a 5" M2 pesh kebz and used to have a 3" PK and still have an amoeba, all great knives, imho bud nealy and al polkawski are the top 2 'smiths when it comes to edc fixed blades for self defense, those 2 are as good as it gets and i've tried a few lol,

one thing i would insist on, i would get the MASS vs the MCS sheath systems, imho the MASS is far superior, in fact i found the MCS to be kinda "cheesy" IIRC most of buds stuff comes with the MASS now, and i would consider it a con if i was gonna buy one and it didnt have the MASS, since i would have to immediately send it in to get the MASS, i cant think of one carry option the MASS wont do better than the MCS.

point being for edc concealed carry for self defense bud & al are the top dogs & i'm sure ya will like the knife and the sheath, really for edc CC the sheath is as important(maybe MORE important FWIW) than the knife imho, some 'smiths make a good knife but the sheaths suck, bud and al have it down.

as far as 154CM vs S30 vs damascus one of mine is M2, and the other 2 are 154, all of which have worked just fine, to be honest i wish the last one i bought from bud (the amoeba) i had gotten the damascus just because it would be prettier, imho the steel doesnt make a lotta difference in a FB SD knife as ya shouldnt use it for utility anyway just keep it for SD, and if ya do that any decent steel is gonna be ok.
as far as ergo's/balance/etc again they are all great in that regard, great F&F too, buds work is all top notch, and the designs are all top notch also, like i said for a edc FB SD knife bud and al are very difficult to even equal much less top,
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Exactly, I wish more people would get this. I'll probably end up buying one of Al Mars backup series one day and it takes a knock from people 'cuz it's AUS-8 but look what it was designed for. Aus-8 is more than ample for that.
The only reason I want to go premium steel on this piece is 'cuz I intend to have some detail work as part of it and just want everything top notch.

As for the rest, thanks Sifu for your input. I had read another post a while back concerning the sheath systems. That's good to know.

Gibby

ps - Polkowski's stuff is great. Another one added to the list. http://www.polkowskiknives.com/index.html
 
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If you want a s.d. knife I agree above with S1A. I owned the 3" version years ago with the MCS system. Knife was extremely well made almost perfect to be exact. I think it was in ats34 if I remember correctly. But I just don't carry f.b.'s and don't carry a knife for s.d., I carry my handgun for that. So it didn't work out for me but and this a very good big but for me, the handle ergo's were excellant as I recall. I owned the 3" version and like 1A says I didn't care for the sheath system either. Anyways if that is what floats your boat grab one, Neeley makes a great knife and have always wanted to try a cave bear for hunting and fishing. But ain't got around to it. keepem sharp, I assume you all will!
 
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