If you were to have to go into war what 3 folders would you take.

Never been to a war zone, but I'll play anyways. I imagine the knives I brought to a war zone would be backups to a fixed blade of some kind (likely my ESEE 4) and paired with a multi-tool (Leatherman Wave). So a folding knife in a war zone would need to be convenient to carry, well built enough to handle heavy use for a folder (though not abuse), easy to use in crappy conditions and with gloves on, and able to serve as (God forbid) an absolutely last ditch defensive blade. Considering these factors, I've come up with the following list of folding knives I currently own that I'd take on a deployment:

-Spyderco Military: Light and thin for its size, and while it's not necessarily the heaviest built knife out there, it would handle cutting tasks day in day out comfortably. Prying and the like is reserved for the fixed blade or the multi tool. It's the type of knife you'd ALWAYS have with you, even back at base just for EDC tasks. I also prefer it over the Para Military 2 because the PM2 never fit my XL-XXL ogre mitts just right.

-ZT0620CF: Emerson design, ZT build. Doesn't get any better than that. While it's approaching the upper end of what is convenient to carry in terms of weight, what the knife does and how well it carries for its 6.2 ounces would justify it. Really, I'd probably take the ZT0630 over the 620CF just because of the grippier G10 and easier to sharpen blade shape, but I don't own the 630 yet and the 620CF would do it in a heartbeat if I were going tomorrow.

-Benchmade 810 Contego. Strong enough for any reasonable job, and with ergonomics that, for my hands, make it one of my grippiest knives with gloves on. The weight is just barely under 6 ounces, but the size, strength, and grip you get for that weight is awesome. I Love the blade shape for utility work, and the CPM M4 steel with the cerakote finish makes for a great steel for heavy duty daily cutting.

Now to step back to my civilian life where the only "operating" I'll be doing is answering phones! :D
 
Emerson CQC-15
Mini Ritter Griptillian (Yellow)
Ti Leatherman (if that counts), if not a SAK
 
marcinek said:
Welcome!

Couple questions.

1) Why just those three manufacturers?
2) Do any of those three make a large fully automatic gun that holds a ton of bullets? That's what I would bring to a war.
3) Why no balisongs or autos? Those are folders. :confused:
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I don't know if this has been touched upon, but I cant stop thinking about it...

4) Why are you going into battle carrlying 3 folders? Isn't that redundant? :confused:
 
marcinek said:
I don't know if this has been touched upon, but I cant stop thinking about it...

4) Why are you going into battle carrlying 3 folders? Isn't that redundant? :confused:
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Yes, as redundant as carrying a fixed blade when the army issues something made of steel, has a point, and attaches tot he end of the M16. It's called a bayonet.

I think a lot of these posts are made by people who have never served in the military, and have no idea of the stuff you have to lug around. In Vietnam the weight of the packs war from 65 to 75 pounds, depending on how long you where expected to be out there. All non essentials get dumped in favor of extra ammo or water.
 
jackknife said:
Yes, as redundant as carrying a fixed blade when the army issues something made of steel, has a point, and attaches tot he end of the M16. It's called a bayonet.

I think a lot of these posts are made by people who have never served in the military, and have no idea of the stuff you have to lug around. In Vietnam the weight of the packs war from 65 to 75 pounds, depending on how long you where expected to be out there. All non essentials get dumped in favor of extra ammo or water.
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I concur. I didn't consider it a serious question, which is why I did not give a serious answer. If we were invaded and I had to fight/make it on my own, I'd use my M1 Carbine, Steyr M9-A1, SOG Seal Pup, and Leatherman Wave. However, IF we are invaded, I highly doubt it will be a Red Dawn type situation. More likely select nuclear strikes will occur, then occupation of our major cities.
 
jackknife said:
Yes, as redundant as carrying a fixed blade when the army issues something made of steel, has a point, and attaches tot he end of the M16. It's called a bayonet.

I think a lot of these posts are made by people who have never served in the military, and have no idea of the stuff you have to lug around. In Vietnam the weight of the packs war from 65 to 75 pounds, depending on how long you where expected to be out there. All non essentials get dumped in favor of extra ammo or water.
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Thanks. I am glad I'm not the only one thinking along those lines. I know this all a hypothetical discussion and fun and all, but sometimes the hypotheticals get a bit strange. Its kinda like "If you went to a war, what 3 rifles would you bring? And what three helmets would you bring?"

But sorry about the off topic aside.
 
jackknife said:
Yes, as redundant as carrying a fixed blade when the army issues something made of steel, has a point, and attaches tot he end of the M16. It's called a bayonet.

I think a lot of these posts are made by people who have never served in the military, and have no idea of the stuff you have to lug around. In Vietnam the weight of the packs war from 65 to 75 pounds, depending on how long you where expected to be out there. All non essentials get dumped in favor of extra ammo or water.
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To be honest I've never actually carried an M9 nor do I know anyone that ever did. I had better things to carry or worry about it's just not worth it's weight.
 
GermanyChris said:
To be honest I've never actually carried an M9 nor do I know anyone that ever did. I had better things to carry or worry about it's just not worth it's weight.
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And these things that you found were important to carry...did you carry three of them?

That is my point.
 
I'm going to fully comply with OP's instructions:

1. Spyderco Military: designed for military use, a no-brainer
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2. ZT 0300: flagship ZT knife, huge and heavy, just seemed right to me
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3. Benchmade Adamas: another one designed specifically for military use
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That was easy peasy.
 
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Still one knife too many.

Until one of them went missing. Then, Id be eyeballin' everyone in the squad. In my head: [Fuckin', Johnson... Didnt trust that guy since day one.] Then, poor old clumsy Johnson would have an "accident". I would find the knife the next day, in the bottom of my pack.
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Aw, poor Johnson... He was always clumsy, talk about two left feet. ;)

I really dig the Benchmade CQC-7. I just refurbished one for a friend, in the process I started to really like the design.

I'd feel comfortable if that's what I had going into a combat zone.

What knife Is above the CQC-7 and below the Military? I like the looks of it.
 
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I'm surprised that no one has recommended the Para-military 2. That would be more than adequate for any task.
 
jackknife said:
I think a lot of these posts are made by people who have never served in the military, and have no idea of the stuff you have to lug around.
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I think most of us understand that this topic is simply a fun excuse to make another "which 3" list.
 
I'll play along.

1. Spyderco Military
2. ZT 0620 or 0630 (On the way)
3. Benchmade Adamas. (I don't trust the Omega springs though).

If Emerson Knives was an option, I'd bring either a CQC-8 or CSF.
 
K.O.D. said:
Steyr M9-A1
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This thread is making my day. First, a Kel-Tec SU16 gets posted and now the Steyr. I have one from when it was simply the "M9" and imported by PW Arms. Served as my CCW for quite a while before I decided to downsize to a subcompact.

Since this is now opened up to other brands, it occurs to me that in addition to some other big folders (CSAR-T in particular) I'd probably have my Emerson Mini A-100 on me. I never really took to it as an EDC knife, but if I need something that can take a beating, it would do nicely. I might also consider a CRKT Hammond Cruiser, Cold Steel Recon 1 or Boker Plus Kalashnikov 101.
 
Inazone said:
This thread is making my day. First, a Kel-Tec SU16 gets posted and now the Steyr. I have one from when it was simply the "M9" and imported by PW Arms. Served as my CCW for quite a while before I decided to downsize to a subcompact.

Since this is now opened up to other brands, it occurs to me that in addition to some other big folders (CSAR-T in particular) I'd probably have my Emerson Mini A-100 on me. I never really took to it as an EDC knife, but if I need something that can take a beating, it would do nicely. I might also consider a CRKT Hammond Cruiser, Cold Steel Recon 1 or Boker Plus Kalashnikov 101.
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The M9 is a hell of a gun. When I get around to getting my CC permit, I will be getting a compact/subcompact as well. Thinking of the Steyr S9, Walther PPS, Maybe a little Springfield or Para Ord 1911.
 
1)BM Adamas - obvious reasons
2)Spyderco Stretch VG-10 (I'd take the corrosion resistance over ZDP-189). Super simple knife, that's lightweight and has the right dimensions. Amazing ergos, by design it's lightweight but still solid, easy to sharpen, lock back is strong and simple, could be used as a tactical blade if the Adamas was lost but it makes a great EDC knife.
3)Leatherman Rebar (3 very usable blades, and 154cm wire & hard wire cutters)

If the Leatherman doesn't really count as a folder, then I'd go for the Benchmade 9170 Triage (N680 highly corrosion resistant drop point blade, glass breaker, belt cutter (webbing on the battle field). I'd probably take it in combo edge for rope cutting abilities. Although I'm not really a fan of combo edges, it would be useful.. and I'd have 2 plain edged knives already.
 
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I'll play. ZT 301. Solid knife will handle most cutting tasks and even some of the more ridiculous ones
Swiss champ for the assorted more tool oriented tasks
Benchmade bedlam for use in any and all knife fighting, hand to hand, CQB situations
Can't say I'd like to go to war in your world tho!
 
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