CRKT Hammond A.B.C. operator

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steve m

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Does anyone have any experience with this knife? I've been looking for a

neck/body armour knife that could do double duty as a field or camp knife.

The price is near the upper end that I can spend on a new tool, and I'm not

into collecting. Any other choices, favorites (within the price range).
 
As a regular camp tool etc? I think it would be okay, I've been interested in one for a while. As a survival tool? No way in hell. Get ready for people telling you to get a Swamp Rat or a kukri. After me of course. Check out a kukri machete or a Swamp Rat, but don't buy my Bog Dog :D. BTW, welcome to the Forums!
 
a thin, lightweight knife I'd say check out the Fecas Gamer by Benchmade, available from New Graham for under $30. If you're looking for a general camp knife how 'bout a Becker Crewman? They can be had for under $50. I understand being on a budget. Good luck and happy hunting.

Frank
 
The BM gamer looks like what I want but the blade length is to long. I worked uniformed private security, this will be attached to my vest as a back up. To stay legal the blade length must be under 4".
Work is my primary use for the knife, but I don't want it to be a 1 trick pony either. Most of the neck knives I've seen wouldn't work for general use (Emerson La Griffe comes to mind). Looking for a more g.p. blade style but still flat and concealable.

Thanks for the welcome!
 
I have an ABC Operator's model, and I've used it off-and-on in outdoors-type roles. It's a nice knife overall. the blade is nice and thick, with a modified spearpoint / tanto profile, so it has decent durability. It takes a nice edge and holds it well, although the thickness of the blade makes it unsuitable for some cutting activities. The strong tip and the profile would make it a reasonable stabber if you're thinking of using it as a defensive backup, although without a guard I would worry about slippage. It's lightweight, and it has a comfortable grip. In the roles that I've used it in, (mostly as a utility knife around camp and while fishing), I've found the serrations and the modified spearpoint top to be quite useful.

My only real concern with the knife (aside from the cutting difficulties associated with such a thick blade) is belt clip on the sheath, which is next to useless, particularly if you've adjusted it for a tighter draw. The metal on the clip is just too flimsy, and it bends far too easily. If you're going to attach it to a vest or a belt with straps, then there won't be a problem.

All things considered, I've been happy with this blade.

Cheers,

Mentor
 
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