Although I still love my ArchAngle 2, my affections are now divided between that knife and the new one that I just received from Bladerigger, the Defcon 3. The Defcon 3 is slightly smaller than the ArchAngle with just a 3 blade. This makes it not only comfortable to carry on a daily basis but also legal where I live.
I decided a long time ago that at my age I was just going to be too slow getting a folder into action. Too many steps involved. With a small fixed blade you draw and its there. End of discussion. The Rigger Coat on both knives is phenomenal. The grip it provides is very comfortable and secure. My Defcon 3 came with a two tone, black and cobalt blue Rigger Coat that is simply beautiful. The shape of the blade fits my hand like a glove and the built in guard precludes my hand slipping down over the blade. You can see a picture of the Defcon 3 at the Bladerigger web site.
James did make two modifications to the Defcon 3 for me. First , he ground down the false edge so that it would not be a double edge blade. Illegal where I live in any size. Next, he attached a small piece of strong fabric with an eye hole to the tip of the sheath. With a strong safety pin that he provided, I can attach the sheath and knife to the inside of my front pants pocket. The draw comes out fast in a forward grip and no I havent sliced any of my pants yet! I almost always wear jeans with large cargo pockets and the knife is invisible, within the legal size limits, comfortable to carry, and always with me. What more could I ask for?
I know some people question the cost of some of Bladeriggers products. All I can say is that personally, Im a firm believer in you get what you pay for. I have never been disappointed in anything I have purchased from Bladerigger. The quality and workmanship has always been outstanding.
Sharp, quick to draw, and comfortable for all day carry, the Defcon 3 and V-Gar belt have become my constant companions. The ArchAngle 2 is there for special occasions.
I decided a long time ago that at my age I was just going to be too slow getting a folder into action. Too many steps involved. With a small fixed blade you draw and its there. End of discussion. The Rigger Coat on both knives is phenomenal. The grip it provides is very comfortable and secure. My Defcon 3 came with a two tone, black and cobalt blue Rigger Coat that is simply beautiful. The shape of the blade fits my hand like a glove and the built in guard precludes my hand slipping down over the blade. You can see a picture of the Defcon 3 at the Bladerigger web site.
James did make two modifications to the Defcon 3 for me. First , he ground down the false edge so that it would not be a double edge blade. Illegal where I live in any size. Next, he attached a small piece of strong fabric with an eye hole to the tip of the sheath. With a strong safety pin that he provided, I can attach the sheath and knife to the inside of my front pants pocket. The draw comes out fast in a forward grip and no I havent sliced any of my pants yet! I almost always wear jeans with large cargo pockets and the knife is invisible, within the legal size limits, comfortable to carry, and always with me. What more could I ask for?
I know some people question the cost of some of Bladeriggers products. All I can say is that personally, Im a firm believer in you get what you pay for. I have never been disappointed in anything I have purchased from Bladerigger. The quality and workmanship has always been outstanding.
Sharp, quick to draw, and comfortable for all day carry, the Defcon 3 and V-Gar belt have become my constant companions. The ArchAngle 2 is there for special occasions.
