has anyone handled this blade? any remarks or opinions? i'm currently looking at picking up my first fixed blade purchase (yes indeed, i am a newbie!), and was looking at a variety of production models as well as several custom makers.
knives that have caught my eye and are within my price range (under $500, preferably between $100-$300).
also, if anyone's had experience w/ greg lightfoot's fixed blade designs, the bm nimravus, john greco designs, crawford fixed blades, bud nealy's kwaiken, laci szabo (sp?), or the blackcloud offerings, your opinions and impressions would be greatly appreciated.
basically, my requirements are that the blade should be between 4"-7" in length, preferably with dual edges (even if it's a partially sharpened swedge like with the lightfoot bulldog) and hollow or flat grinds, strength in edge geometry, and comfortable in both traditional hammer/sabre grips and reverse grips. also, a sturdy pommel is desirable (for punyo strikes and trapping).
i'm leaning towards a dagger shaped blade, but would be really interested in what y'all think would be an "optimal" blade geometry for combat. while i like the tanto shape, i like having the versatility of two cutting edges. while concealed carry is also a concern, i'm more interested in bang for the buck quality.
thanks again, and hope to see some of you at the NYC custom knife show in november.
cheers,
steve
knives that have caught my eye and are within my price range (under $500, preferably between $100-$300).
also, if anyone's had experience w/ greg lightfoot's fixed blade designs, the bm nimravus, john greco designs, crawford fixed blades, bud nealy's kwaiken, laci szabo (sp?), or the blackcloud offerings, your opinions and impressions would be greatly appreciated.
basically, my requirements are that the blade should be between 4"-7" in length, preferably with dual edges (even if it's a partially sharpened swedge like with the lightfoot bulldog) and hollow or flat grinds, strength in edge geometry, and comfortable in both traditional hammer/sabre grips and reverse grips. also, a sturdy pommel is desirable (for punyo strikes and trapping).
i'm leaning towards a dagger shaped blade, but would be really interested in what y'all think would be an "optimal" blade geometry for combat. while i like the tanto shape, i like having the versatility of two cutting edges. while concealed carry is also a concern, i'm more interested in bang for the buck quality.
thanks again, and hope to see some of you at the NYC custom knife show in november.
cheers,
steve
