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Peter La

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These were all done in a single chop from a HOG FSH. Interestingly (and to my surprise), the EU-17 Magnum could not do this even with the thinned edge. I found that the extra weight from the 5/16s makes a big difference when it comes to chopping and splitting (at least for me). I was really surprised by this because I thought, if anything the extra thickness would put the HOG FSH at a disadvantage for such work. Even with a shorter blade, the HOG FSH still makes a more effective splitting (and chopping) tool than the EU-17 Magnum.

I think the 5/16s *really* gets far into the wood and causes the wood to fall apart. Whereas, the 1/4 (I think) EU-17 Magnum tends to get stuck in the wood far more easily and because of this is less effective.

I just thought this was pretty cool and decided to post it. :D

Why do my pics never show up in the right order? :rolleyes: :o :confused:
 
Way cool Peter!

Man I really like these HOFSH... best money I've spent in a long time! At least on a knife... or maybe on anything!
 
Peter La said:
Thanks! :D

Does anyone have any 3/8s users? If so, what are they like? :D
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What chu you talkin about Wilis?

3/8s FSH is there such a thing? OMG where!?! :eek:
 
I believe the Off Duty was the only model publically offered in 3/8, and the Dark Lord has that market cornered.... :rolleyes: :cool:
 
Another great cpmparison would be a HOGSH & regular FSH because their weight are very similar. From what I know the HOGSH is only 2-3oz heavier.
 
thatmguy said:
I believe the Off Duty was the only model publically offered in 3/8, and the Dark Lord has that market cornered.... :rolleyes: :cool:
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Besides that, I'm not sure you could baton that little porker through anything.

Rick - loves his OD
 
Peter La said:
I think the 5/16s *really* gets far into the wood and causes the wood to fall apart. Whereas, the 1/4 (I think) EU-17 Magnum tends to get stuck in the wood far more easily and because of this is less effective.
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Wood splitting profiles tend to be heavy and rather wide to allow lots of power and the ability to violently drive apart the wood. How to the knives chop respectively?

-Cliff
 
Thanks everyone! :D

Cliff Stamp said:
Wood splitting profiles tend to be heavy and rather wide to allow lots of power and the ability to violently drive apart the wood. How to the knives chop respectively?

-Cliff
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The EU-17 magnum and HOG FSH are really different knives when it comes to chopping and splitting. I have ground the edge on the EU-17 magnum down to around 30 degrees inclusive or so. This knife will now limb branches up to two and a half inches (or so) in diameter in a single chop with no effort. The knife just sails through it. The EU-17 magnum is about 1/4 of an inch thick.

The HOG FSH (which has a NIB blade profile) is made from 5/16s stock. This knife will not limb branches that the EU-17 magnum can. I think that this is because it has a rather thick edge. Batonning (sp?) with this knife is much easier though since the initial chop really splits the wood, the extra blows just push the knife through. Not to mention the HOG FSH does not bind as much as the thinnner EU-17 magnum.

When used to chop larger diameter wood, say eight or so inches or more, the HOG FSH gets much more penetration. I would say this is beacuse of the greater weight and more leverage due to different handle shapes.

I am really interested in what you have to say about this, Cliff, I really respect and value your opinion.
 
thatmguy said:
I believe the Off Duty was the only model publically offered in 3/8, and the Dark Lord has that market cornered.... :rolleyes: :cool:
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Don't forget the MOAB Mike. I bet that thing would split the entire length of a log if you took a good power swing at it. :D I will have one, one day.
 
Thanks everyone!

Brian, finally! :thumbup: :D

Progunner said:
Don't forget the MOAB Mike. I bet that thing would split the entire length of a log if you took a good power swing at it. :D I will have one, one day.
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Oh ya! The MOAB. That is an awsome looking knife!

I was wondering, why is this piece so much more expensive than a HOG FBM? Afterall, the blade is only three inches longer. :confused:
 
Peter La said:
Thanks everyone!

Brian, finally! :thumbup: :D



Oh ya! The MOAB. That is an awsome looking knife!

I was wondering, why is this piece so much more expensive than a HOG FBM? Afterall, the blade is only three inches longer. :confused:
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Because it's thicker (as far as i know), and iirc it's a custom piece :p
 
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