Chisel grind & Self Defense

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Hi folks,

I'm looking for a serious dagger for Self Defense, I need one with a good guard (not something like Fallkniven G1, SOG Pentagon, Kershaw Military Boot knife...). A dagger without a good guard is a non-sense IMO. I really like the Counter Tac from Cold Steel. I know chisel grind is not the best way for an utility knife but it can be a interesting option for a SD knife. Chisel grind blade seems toughter than symétrical IMO ... Any opinion on the Counter Tac or other serious SD dagger are welcome.

Thanks in advance
 
Chisel grind---all the way. You don't need a guard if you use a Japanese or a palm-loaded grip.
 
A single edged chisel grind can be a little tricky for utility work, due to the asymmetrical quality of the grind, but since a double edged dagger is designed primarily for stabbing, with maybe the occasional slash thrown in, it wouldn't be a big deal. Plus, the Counter Tac being double edged is more "ambidexterous" than a single edged chisel grind blade. The CT is a solid, nicely-made knife that would be fine for its intended use. I have the Peace Keeper I and II also, and I like those a lot too. If you can afford it, those customs would be great, but there isn't anything wrong with the CT, and it's more wallet friendly (if that's a concern). :thumbup:
 
Lycosa said:
You might want to check out Leu Custom. The CG is his specialty.
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Some are interesting piece but more of them have poor design IMO, I think CG isn't the best way for a tanto or any other slashing knife... but it's just me
 
G. Scott H. said:
A single edged chisel grind can be a little tricky for utility work, due to the asymmetrical quality of the grind, but since a double edged dagger is designed primarily for stabbing, with maybe the occasional slash thrown in, it wouldn't be a big deal. Plus, the Counter Tac being double edged is more "ambidexterous" than a single edged chisel grind blade. The CT is a solid, nicely-made knife that would be fine for its intended use. I have the Peace Keeper I and II also, and I like those a lot too. If you can afford it, those customs would be great, but there isn't anything wrong with the CT, and it's more wallet friendly (if that's a concern). :thumbup:
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Thanks for reply I'll probably buy one on Ebay soon
 
Then order a traditional V grind. You need to study this subject more. Good Luck!
 
You could also take a look at Blackjack's Blackmoor Dirk: http://newgraham.com/detail.aspx?ID=3539 which is also chisel ground with a concave back (like the CT). I have no idea of the quality of the new ones, but older models, which appear in the classifieds and eBay from time to time, seem well liked by Blackjack fans. I have no personal experience with this particular knife, so I'm just pointing it out as another possibility to look into.
 
How do you feel about stilletos? I'd take a look at the Cold Steel Corsican as well. Or their Triple-Action folder, a double-edged pseudo-balisong. No guard on that one, but I agree with Lycosa; certain grips make it irrelevant.
 
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