Favorite blade shape?

Here are a couple I made a long time ago. I still carry the one with the thumb stud pictured on the bottom. Seems like no matter what I buy I always eventually go back to that one as I really like the shape of that blade and the thinness of this particular one also. The one pictured on top was traded to a friend of mine.

I frequently carry a Case Copper Lock with the Wharncliff blade made of their CV steel. I like that one a bunch too.


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Seems I have a lot of drop points in my collection, I even carry a drop point, so I will have to say the drop point is my top choice.
But I do like the look and shape of the bowie in all its forms, the shape of the aftermath is shape I like best in a bowie.
 
For me it's a tie between the clip point and the wharncliffe designs. I'd give anything (well almost anything) if CRK would produce an Mnandi or small Sebbie with a wharnnie blade. ;)
 
trane fan said:
For me it's a tie between the clip point and the wharncliffe designs. I'd give anything (well almost anything) if CRK would produce an Mnandi or small Sebbie with a wharnnie blade. ;)
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I'll second that TF.
 
Most useful is the clip point (BM 814)
Coolest is the re-curve (BM710 and soon the 635)

..Fading fast... need new knife.... :eek: .
 
fewpop said:
I'll second that TF.
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Maybe we should start a petition requesting (read: begging) that Chris finally produce a wharnnie model. I'd gladly take it to Boise if someone would pay for my gas. :D ;)
 
trane fan said:
Maybe we should start a petition requesting (read: begging) that Chris finally produce a wharnnie model. I'd gladly take it to Boise if someone would pay for my gas. :D ;)
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Pick me up on the way and I'll chip in on the gas :)

BTW this is not exactly on the subject, but sort of: I was wondering the origin of the word "wharncliffe" as it applies to the blade shape? It sounds like a fishing village near the cliffs of Dover or something...don't know why I make that association, in fact I don't even know if there are any fishing villages near the cliffs of Dover :)
 
As I recall it was designed by Lord Wharncliff and the first Wharncliff blade was made by Rodgers and Sons Cutlery Company for Lord Wharncliff and after that it became pretty famous for a while and died off and then it came back later down the road. I believe there was a very informative post about it on the Knifeforums in the Bernard Levine forum in late 04.

I think the style of blade is a couple hundred years old. Close anyway.
 
I would have to say I like the slender profile of the Kershaw Leek.

Dare I say it? I am infatuated with the shape of the Kershaw Leek.
 
For larger folders I like a drop point such as on the Strider SnG. For smaller folders I like the modified clip point as on the Kershaw Chive. Apart from being practical for my purposes I just happen to like the look of them.
 
Looks like I'll be the first to say I really like a leaf-shaped blade, Spyderco Lum Chinese Folder and UK Pen Knife come to mind. Initially I just really liked the way they looked, but having carried them I have to say they are very utilitarian as well. Full flat grinds and a deep blade, I love 'em. A very close second for me would be a wharncliffe, but sometimes you need a belly.
 
I found the most useful blade shape for me to be a clip point, with a bit of belly, in full flat grind (like the Spyderco Military).
 
My favorite shape is the Wharncliffe and I carried a custom Terzoula for years. That has been replaced by a small Model 21 from Kit Carson. This has a coping blade and is incredibly useful. I think it still falls in the Wharncliffe catagory.

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any shape that comes close to the general utility style. that includes utility, drop, spear, modified clip, etc.....versatility is key for me.

i generally prefer blades like those on the spyderco military. it's got a pointy tip, plenty of belly and a flat spine. it's all i need really

the fascination that some people have with wharncliffes and hawkbills totally amazes me every time..... shapes like those just seem too limiting and specialized ( :confused: )
 
I'm also a fan of the "leaf shaped blade" as used in the Spyderfly, because it seems to have the usefulness of both a spearpoint and a recurve.
 
My preferred blade shape is the tanto style. It's the best design for how I use my E.D.C. ;)

I keep the front edge more dull than sharp for prying (only when nessary).

I find the point where front edge meets the bottom edge comes in very handy.

This may be a weak reason but I have more confidence knowing the tip won't snap off (or at least it shouldn't). Why is that so important to me? I dunno really. :p
 
I would have to say my favorite blade shape is "drop point" blade. To me its a simple, plain, basic design.
 
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