CS Bushman

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CanDo

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Hey everyone,

I'm thinking of picking up a CS Bushman. Do any of you have photos to share? What size shaft will they work on as a spear? Any comments on this product appreciated!
 
i was just gifted one today courtesy of a friendly fellow from these forums, but i already had put away the camera when i took it out to play.

i suggest getting one. it chops well for the size/weight (but will not be taking down any large trees. with a lanyard, i would say perhaps 2-2.5 inches diameter wood at largest before it gets unreasonable) and it cuts well with the thinned edge that he did on it.

i stuck it on a maple staff that i cut a couple of weeks ago. just thinned out the tip a little and jammed it on. used it to trip the upper shoots of some trees just for kicks. worked well. smack the haft just below the base of the socket on a log to knock the handle loose so you can take the knife off.

what i might suggest getting instead though is the short kukri machete. incredible tool for the size and weight, very awesome handle. might not be what you are looking for though.

as it stands, i think the bushman will make an excellent spare knife for the grab bag or as a great knife to lend to other knifies that can handle a tool.
 
Thanks for the review siguy!

I'm currently looking for something which will work as a spear, actually. Considering that I have no practical purpose for one though, I'll probably make my own. The problem with these forums is that I love so many of the knives shown. The thing is that you really need at the very most 3-6. Once I pick up a good 3-5" fixed blade, all my needs are set. This would be just for fun and for trips where I can pack heavy (canoing for example.)
 
i know what you mean. i find myself trading/giving away many of the knives that i acquire because i have already filled their roles and just don't need a third or fourth knife that is perfect at the same task...they are fun to handle though, and i keep hoping that i will find one that is just a little better than the ones i have...
 
For the price, the CS Bushman is a great piece of sharpened steel. It was the first knife I used for survival purposes, being the standard issue knife in a survival course I took. With the Bushman, I learned to cut, chop, slice, poke, prod, and do everything one needs to in the woods. I also learned about my own, particular tastes in a field knife.

As far as I'm concerned, if you have the extra $20 or so sitting around, a Bushman is a very worthy purchase. It can ride in a trunk or toolbox, be a loaner to friends, and not break the bank if it gets lost :thumbup:
 
CanDo,

Own it, never used it, but here is a pic.

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Here is mine and the sheath I made for it. I ground a choil into it and it really helped when using it for small stuff. For the money, you can't beat it. Tough, easy to sharpen, and you won't cry when you lose it.
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Yep. Great knife for the money. I wrapped the handle with a piece of bicycle innertube.
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Anyone have both the original and the bowie version? I like the looks of the latter, but not sure I can get over the hollow grind.
 
I have two Cold Steel Bushman, a customized full size Bushman and a Mini Bushman. I don't have any pics of the mini-Bushman handy, but here's one of the custom job:

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Yeah I know, I phrased it poorly but I meant the only thing preventing me from getting either was the hollow grind.
 
SpookyPistolero said:
Yeah I know, I phrased it poorly but I meant the only thing preventing me from getting either was the hollow grind.
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that's my main complaint too - I'd primarily use it for splitting, so a hollow grind isn't very good. Also, the way the handle tapers towards the blade worries me.
 
Looks good!

Any lefties own won? I'm wondering if the asymetrical grip changes things at all.
 
Actually I just watched the destruction test, and I note he uses his left hand. The more I look at it, I can't help but think it would be better suited for left hand use. The bump on the right side would give something for the thumb to purchase.
 
Would you who own one recommend modifying the edge? I don't have much experience with different edge profiles and am not really sure what to think. The destruction test indicates that the concave grind is fine durability wise but how's it perform?
 
The CS Bushman offers a lot of bang for the buck. :thumbup:

It makes a great tool to carry in your vehicle or bug-out-bag case of emergency. :eek:

It serves well as a training tool for bushcraft/survival skills. :D

But I think most real knife enthusiasts will crave a better tool for long term satisfaction. :yawn:
 
I used to have skateboard tape on my Bushmans handle.
I recently experimented and slid a mountain bike grip on it, you gotta work it a bit,
and add some adhesive on the smaller end to secure it. You can look around for different grip types and customize the grip for your hand. Cut the end off if you still want to use the handle for storage. I have a small cork in the bottom hole and a size 5 1/2 rubber stopper for the end. Thinking about grinding a choil into it next. I carry mine in a spec-ops survival sheath since I wasn't crazy about the original.
Haven't used it with the new grip yet but I'll be backpacking soon....
 
CanDo said:
Would you who own one recommend modifying the edge?
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I nice convex edge makes this tool quite usable.

Leave it thick if your goal is chopping, or thin the edge as needed for better cutting.

A convex edge is well supported, but as you thin the edge it will roll more easily under heavy loads.
 
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