KaBar warthog

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RedEdge77

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:D Picked a kabar warthog up today. Its a beefy knife. razor sharp out of the box. haven't done any cutting yet but it looks like it can take a beating. I'll post again when i do something with it
 
its just a cool knife. The only thing i have a little problem with is the sheath. It has 2 straps oon it. Its not that big of a deal anyways. The handle is awsome on it
 
I carry the impact model warthog at work and I love it.My next step is to get the full sized model.
 
mines the full sized one. i cut a few branches with it and no problem yet. I'm just wondering, what should i put on the blade to keep it from rusting and stuff like that?
 
I picked up the full-size in a recent trade to use on daily walks in the woods. Very nice knife and a lot of bang for the buck. I keep a bit of MPro7 lube on the blade and check it every few days. Still looks new.
 
RedEdge77 said:
... what should i put on the blade to keep it from rusting and stuff like that?
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As long as you're not worried about it looking pretty, let the edge develop a patine, or soak it in lemon juice to get that started. The rest of it being coated should keep it from rusting already. Otherwise, just keep it clean, that is, wipe it off after use, strop it on a pants leg after cutting something. (OK, no blood ... :) )
 
i have a quick ? about this knife. its directed towards people who have tested them. How is it for stabbing? i'm not saying i'm gonna stab someone but i was thinkin that the wide blade would make it more difficult. Does somebody know the answer?
 
RedEdge77 said:
i have a quick ? about this knife. its directed towards people who have tested them. How is it for stabbing? i'm not saying i'm gonna stab someone but i was thinkin that the wide blade would make it more difficult. Does somebody know the answer?
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I don't own one, but...the wide blade will get in the way for that purpose. Stabbing tools tend to be pointy and thin, like a bayonet, or a stiletto.
 
Some people might, but might not want to admit to it publically. :D

There is nothing about a wide blade that inhibits effective stabbing. Swords do it all the time. The key is in the tip geometry, which is part of what a swedge does, it makes the tip narrower. Once a broad blade has been stabbed into someone, it will open up a larger wound channel than a narrower blade.

The reason for narrow stabbers like stilettoes was historical: they penetrated between the chinks of armor or mail.
 
RedEdge77 said:
mines the full sized one. i cut a few branches with it and no problem yet. I'm just wondering, what should i put on the blade to keep it from rusting and stuff like that?
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I like "CLP" lubricant which can be found at any decent sporting goods store or gun store. It is not too expensive and similar to Rem-oil. It is used by the military for their weapons. It "cleans", "lubricates", and "protects". It will not damage any nylon or plastic parts like some others will.
 
this thing cuts so easily. I just did some quick yard work like chopping down plants and bushes, and this thing made quick work of that.

for the money one of the better knives i own
 
RedEdge77 said:
i have a quick ? about this knife. its directed towards people who have tested them. How is it for stabbing? i'm not saying i'm gonna stab someone but i was thinkin that the wide blade would make it more difficult. Does somebody know the answer?
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It stabs ok.I stab pallet chunks to throw into the junk pile out back.The blade is wide so you really have to come on to it to get good penatration but on the flip side it also comes out easy because of the width.This probably goes double for the full sized model.
 
I have a good friend in Iraq and he has that knife....he likes it alot but says that his standard issue is better for more everyday needs....just thought that would be some nice info to share :p :p
 
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