Eyebrow raising names in knife industry

[K.O.D.]

Titanus, the lesser known cousin of Tetanus, colloquially known as Lockass.

 

[hhmoore]

Imagine carrying TOPS Anti Terrorism knife and someone asks you what knife are you carrying?

And then they ask you what terrorism are you fighting with it and how?

You'll probs feel silly...

When I get asked what knife I'm carrying, I usually just hand one to the person so he can see. (There are only a couple of people that ask ME that, and they're good friends.)
If a stranger asks, they're probably focused on the fixed blade - I'd probably just state the brand or say I don't remember the makers name (I'd probably know; but it likely wouldn't mean anything to person anyway)

 

[David Mary]

Though the knife is one that I own and appreciate the design, "Broken Skull" doesn't doesn't seem to fit.

It's named for Steve Austin's Broken Skull ranch.

 

[SALTY]

That's right David, and us Knife Knuts know it - but for the uninformed and uninspired, it could seem weird.

 

[Elgatodeacero]

It would better if knives had warm and happy names like:

Edge of Ecstasy

Lovers Point

Gay Blade

Lockback Mountain

Gentle Scandinavian Caress

 

[David Mary]

That's right David, and us Knife Knuts know it - but for the uninformed and uninspired, it could seem weird.

Fair point. Actually I thought it was weird before I got one, and I think it was one of the reviews I watched where I learned that. Really nice knife, and I would get one again if it had an opening hole and tip down carry.

 

[wharncliffe]

For what it's worth, the Hoodlum was named (I think by Buck) after the late designer and knifemaker Ron Hood.

 

[norcalAF]

Value Engineering Change Proposal

 

[el gigantor]

It's named for Steve Austin's Broken Skull ranch.

That doesn’t mean it’s right. Haha!

 

[Locutus D'Borg]

Death Dealer.

 

[BigMoney]

Civivi has the Teton tickler.

 

[1911bphil]

I really don't care what the name is. I don't want that name etched or printed in 72 font ALL over the blade.

 

[awjones]

I really don't care what the name is. I don't want that name etched or printed in 72 font ALL over the blade.

Looking at you Viper Knives

 

[David Mary]

I really don't care what the name is. I don't want that name etched or printed in 72 font ALL over the blade.

That's a good point. I refinished the blade on my Broken Skull to a satin, so it looked like a knife, rather than a billboard.

 

[Another Shepherd]

I will never buy a Pyrite because the name implies that you're a fool to buy one.
"Odium" just seems stupid to me.
"Heretic" will offend quite a few people.

 

[SALTY]

[...]

"Heretic" will offend quite a few people.

There are certain things I choose not to associate myself with or represent - just in an abundance of caution.
I wouldn't want a knife labeled "666" and do not wear sports attire of what I prefer to call, "The NJ Hockey Team" contra to their official name.

 

[Drop bear]

Crkt. Had one I liked. 1*

Because you only have one ass to risk.

 

[Drop bear]

And of course the kizer drop bear.

(I really pushed for Busse to name a knife that. Unfortunately never to be.)

 

[mauser9]

Certainly adds to the coolness factor!

 

[PeteyTwoPointOne]

A knife guaranteed not to be bought by your wife, as a gift, for you: Rogers Slim Line Utility Tactical: The SLUT

Also, the elephant<s> in the living room: Spyderco Military & Paramilitary-- Military-- not as bad, but Paramilitary can have some negative connotations, imho.