Heavy Ordnance Grade Basic 8 . . . HOGB8 . . . Specs, Pricing, & Pics!!!

StealthCaliber said:
How many people going for athe drop point are you a fbm or fsh profile fan?

I like the look of the standard clip but a drop point plus penetrator seems like a wicked combo
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I hab always wanted a FAT ASH and NEED a FFG Infi drop point. Something about the drop point/penetrator tip seems really appealing, even though it probably won’t need it
 
I'm actually fine with the tan Res-c on my BB13, but couldn't it just be Rit-dyed black by anyone who felt tan was a dealbreaker?

I've seen references that it works, but was unable to turn up any pics...
 
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The FFG clip point Regulator is very well balanced for .33 thick blade with a rat tail tang. The difference between a hollow saber grind and FFG Reg is noticeable. The clip point also makes for a much finer tip. Choosing between drop point/clip is going to be tough, it would probably be easier if Jefe gave us a shot of those spines though! :D

Will York said:
You really have to handle a War Feather to get it. Even at .22” blade thickness, the forward weight makes it a nice chopper with a very snappy action—easily clips off 1”+ dia green branches with a flick of the wrist.
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With .35” blade thickness on a .23” tang, forward chopping weight is not something you’re gonna be worried about—it’ll be there in spades. What you’ll GAIN is speed and handling. Also, the long clip puts the point well down into the primary grind, which makes the point significantly thinner for MUCH better penetration. The War Feather blade profile IMO is a natural match for this set-up. Should be an incredible performer.

Looks like Jerry has also reduced the angle of drop between handle and blade from the original Basic profile, which will increase speed as well. Put that together with the WF clip, and I predict a deceptively quick blade for this beast. :thumbsup:
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I'm new to the forum and newer to the knife world. Have been spending too much time here and it's not good for the bank account...I bought my first Swamp Rat Rodent 3 recently. I like it, but would like something bigger now. I'd like to one day score a Busse with Infi, just to see what it's all about. Looking back through their facebook and the forum, I wish I had not missed the Dog Soldier. More of my price range and size perhaps. Not sure if this one is overkill for me or not. Aside from being a chopper, what do others think this may be good for? I'd like a good all arounder
 
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Joemannnnn said:
I'm new to the forum and newer to the knife world. Have been spending too much time here and it's not good for the bank account...I bout my first Swamp Rat Rodent 3 recently. I like it, but would like something bigger now. I'd like to one day score a Busse with Infi, just to see what it's all about. Looking back through their facebook and the forum, I wish I had not missed the Dog Soldier. More of my price range and size perhaps. Not sure if this one is overkill for me or not. Aside from being a chopper, what do others think this may be good for? I'd like a good all arounder
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Welcome- Don't look at it as you missed out- most likely, some guys ordered multiples and some will not be stoked when they get it and a few will hit the exchange - might pay a little bit more but the opportunity to have one will be there.
 
Joemannnnn said:
I'm new to the forum and newer to the knife world. Have been spending too much time here and it's not good for the bank account...I bought my first Swamp Rat Rodent 3 recently. I like it, but would like something bigger now. I'd like to one day score a Busse with Infi, just to see what it's all about. Looking back through their facebook and the forum, I wish I had not missed the Dog Soldier. More of my price range and size perhaps. Not sure if this one is overkill for me or not. Aside from being a chopper, what do others think this may be good for? I'd like a good all arounder
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Welcome friend!! If you're conscerned about getting more of an all arounder go with the straight clip. I'm personally getting the standard for sure ---- I think it optimizes Busse -- overbuilt for the most severe punishment. Keep in mind that it's going to be an FFG which means the edge geometry will be thin enough for a wide variety of camp functions. If you haven't bought a Busse yet --- this may just be one of the best starters you can go with. In the future when you acquire more funds, you can cover any missing holes/gaps in blade coverage. Welcome to the madness and the end of your financial stability!!!
 
Would like to see any Busse or Kin with the Desert Tan Resiprene and offered coatings.

Right now for me its a toss up between Desert Sage, Muddy Brown, Desert Bronze.

From the very few google pics I found there were a few SYKCO in Sage and Earth Brown but I wouldn't mind seeing a few more pictures of color combinations if someone can post.

Thanks!
 
Rob_Mob said:
Welcome friend!! If you're conscerned about getting more of an all arounder go with the straight clip. I'm personally getting the standard for sure ---- I think it optimizes Busse -- overbuilt for the most severe punishment. Keep in mind that it's going to be an FFG which means the edge geometry will be thin enough for a wide variety of camp functions. If you haven't bought a Busse yet --- this may just be one of the best starters you can go with. In the future when you acquire more funds, you can cover any missing holes/gaps in blade coverage. Welcome to the madness and the end of your financial stability!!!
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Thanks! I certainly didn't need another forum to follow, luring me into spending more money. I've been very impressed with all I've read regarding Busse knives. I've been wanting to believe this would be a good started for sure, but having little large knife experience, I certainly appreciate the input like you had provided. I was leaning towards that straight clip if I do this one. I like what I've read in this thread about it. Also like the idea of the FFG. Just wasn't sure if this was simply to big to be a good all arounder/starter knife
 
lozdesign7 said:
Boss, you did this too us with the B13....

A near perfect knife... and then the brown ResC....

OFFER THIS IN BLACK AND I'LL TAKE 5...

Brown and I'll pass. I can't even custom shop it black... Sorry mate but I'm out...AGAIN.

Lawrie
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I can understand why they did it with the b13's so no one could pass a sr101 as an infi. Wonder if this is a similar reason or if the boss man just personally prefers tan? Either way I like the tan.
 
TENTEX said:
Would like to see any Busse or Kin with the Desert Tan Resiprene and offered coatings.

Right now for me its a toss up between Desert Sage, Muddy Brown, Desert Bronze.

From the very few google pics I found there were a few SYKCO in Sage and Earth Brown but I wouldn't mind seeing a few more pictures of color combinations if someone can post.

Thanks!
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The bottom blade is Sage. The other is one that I bead blasted.2017-10-04 10.00.23.jpg
 
Please forgive the dumb question, but what is a 'radius' at the front of the tang? Want to better understand what Jerry is saying below:

A radius at the front of the tang maintains the integrity of the blade/tang juncture while lightening the handle
 
i would think as he machines the tang down he leaves a radius/ curve instead of a square cut. Leaving a radius is a lot stronger. So tang won't snap off . That's my guess.
 
So the more I think about this, the more I think I'm going to get one.

Yes, it might be thick and it might not be what I want....but it could very well be and I've been kicking the snot out of myself got passing on the original b8...and with the full clip option.....weight on the belt might actually be not bad.

So, Jerry.....you sneaky blade pusher.....ya got me again.
 
bullpin said:
i would think as he machines the tang down he leaves a radius/ curve instead of a square cut. Leaving a radius is a lot stronger. So tang won't snap off . That's my guess.
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This is absolutely correct....a Square cut Junction creates the possibility of a Stress Riser starting at the corner of the 90 degree juncture so it is best to have a radius to stop a fracture or broken tang.
 
lex2006 said:
It’s The Bacon , Jerry is putting something in the Bacon I’m sure of it
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And the smell blows directly over my house- I smell it in the shower, I smell it watching TV I smell it when I'm asleep so I know damn well there's something in the bacon. For me it wasn't a matter of if, only when I'd find the source point. All that Infi dust particulate, sht man, I never stood a chance in hell.
 
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