Emerson Combat Karambit

[tahomazz]

im thinking of picking one up. Its totally different from what i am used to blade style wise.

What do you all think?

 

[RevDevil]

The knife is not designed for utility use, being a Karambit. That might be why it is different, it's primary function is to be a defensive and offensive tool. It should be cool thou, I love Emerson knives and own 9 of them. I don't own a karambit though.

 

[RLB]

Actually the Karambit was an Indonesian/Philippine agricultural tool. you will not find a better shaped blade for harvesting grains cutting vines and corn off the stalk than the karambit. Also it has no peers when it comes to cutting up boxes and string or rope or nylon/plastic straps.

 

[100eyes]

Actually the Karambit was an Indonesian/Philippine agricultural tool. you will not find a better shaped blade for harvesting grains cutting vines and corn off the stalk than the karambit. Also it has no peers when it comes to cutting up boxes and string or rope or nylon/plastic straps.

No one is using their Emersons to harvest grain or cut vines and corn. Emerson karambits aren't very good for cutting up boxes, string, or rope, as they have a fairly steep grind angle even with the chisel grind edge. They're also a pain to re-sharpen and the tip is delicate, best saving the edge for the day you might need it.

I would recommend a trainer for any practice twirling around your fingers. They make balisong bites look like a paper cut.