Izula Clip point

So you like the clip point?

I haven't met many that do.

I have sold a few clip points and even the ones I did sell got returned in exchange for the drop point because they didn't want that version. I guess they didn't notice that it was a clip point they where buying. They are illegal in my state because of the double edge, had one returned recently because of that very reason.

I myself prefer the drop point.
 
When does a clip-point become a necessity? What are they usually used for that the main blade can't do?
 
Sfalj said:
When does a clip-point become a necessity? What are they usually used for that the main blade can't do?
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Piercing tasks... usually the reason people go for them is because they are afraid that they might need it for self defense, or maybe hunting.

Personally I think that if forced to the regular drop point would be fine. I'll also add though that anyone who gets themselves into a knife fight is clearly a grade A idiot.

-Mark
 
I have a 4 in clip point and I like it a lot, works great fro drilling out holes, and scraping things. This way I can keep the main edge sharper longer, and use the back edge for the messy tasks like scraping.
 
I like the CP (I have a 3Mil CP). I picked this version for SD-EDC. I'm never looking for a knife fight (just as I'm never looking for a gun fight or any fight, period). Still, better to have and not need...

I've found the CP, along with the slimmer profile of the 3, works nicely in a skinner and striker roles.

I haven't had the CP cause any negative experiences.

(I think a drop point ESEE 4 will become my "field" knife).
 
Marklar said:
I'll also add though that anyone who gets themselves into a knife fight is clearly a grade A idiot.

-Mark
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I'd like to think that probably 99% of us here hope that never happens. Knives are tools to most of us. Yes it can be used for protection but I don't think a lot of people buy them with the intent on using it for self defense.
I've carried a knife since I was 14, (29 now) and been in my share of scuffles and never once did I even think about using my knife. It never even crossed my mind. The only time it would become an option is obviously in a life or death situation.
 
TKAZ said:
So you like the clip point?

I haven't met many that do.

I have sold a few clip points and even the ones I did sell got returned in exchange for the drop point because they didn't want that version. I guess they didn't notice that it was a clip point they where buying. They are illegal in my state because of the double edge, had one returned recently because of that very reason.

I myself prefer the drop point.
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I bought a ESEE 4 plain edge clip point recently. I sought it out, because I wanted just that style.
In Florida, there are no prohibitions against double edged knives, and certainly my Randall #1 and #14 are in that category.
I see no downside at all to a sharpened top edge.
 
Funny thing... Most people are killed by kitchen knives, most of which are probably dull, no backcuts/swedges to be found.

as far as self defense goes remember not all attackers are on two legs. just having a knife on you could make a difference.
 
I use my CP 3MIL alot even though illegal in Texas,I like the clip point section as a firesteel striker....
 
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