Kiridashis - Does anyone actually find them useful?

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Seems like a Kiridashi might be a useful and easy carry. I'm intrigued, but the last thing I need is another blade sitting on the shelf. If you do think they are useful, what considerations should I take when choosing? I'm thinking the sheath or kydex could be important, or having a hole for a lanyard, or whether the blade is longer and pointy or stubby. I guess the steel is critical for such a small cutting surface. I have no clue, but they look kind of cool.
 
Some people like them, some don't. I love 'em and find them very useful for small chores like cutting line/string and other small tasks. Check out Daniel Fairly's Dashis. He has a sub forum here. He does some great work.
 
zippin44 said:
Seems like a Kiridashi might be a useful and easy carry. I'm intrigued, but the last thing I need is another blade sitting on the shelf. If you do think they are useful, what considerations should I take when choosing? I'm thinking the sheath or kydex could be important, or having a hole for a lanyard, or whether the blade is longer and pointy or stubby. I guess the steel is critical for such a small cutting surface. I have no clue, but they look kind of cool.
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Probably not the type of kiri you're talking about, but mine is quite practical.

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Great question, they look wild but are very useful.

I use mine the most for opening boxes and scoring kydex. I find they have great control and cutting power. They are great for all sorts of utility tasks, almost like a razor knife on steroids.

If your main knife uses are skinning/processing game or in the kitchen you won't get much use from one.

I always find myself reaching for mine when it comes to around the house and in the workshop. They are very handy for carpentry and construction also.

If you have more than one knife you need one. :D

Here is a thread with some of the uses http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/912170-Uses-of-a-Kiridashi
 
Daniel Fairly Knives said:
Great question, they look wild but are very useful.

I use mine the most for opening boxes and scoring kydex. I find they have great control and cutting power. They are great for all sorts of utility tasks, almost like a razor knife on steroids.

If your main knife uses are skinning/processing game or in the kitchen you won't get much use from one.

I always find myself reaching for mine when it comes to around the house and in the workshop. They are very handy for carpentry and construction also.

If you have more than one knife you need one. :D

Here is a thread with some of the uses http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/912170-Uses-of-a-Kiridashi
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I've been eyeing some of your smaller utility types for a while, they're really cool.
 
Oh my, that is a sleeper. Sweet!

Daniel:
Thanks for the link. That's one of the things about the kiri's that caught my attention; I do a fair bit of woodworking and they remind me of my scoring knife. Seems like a blade of about 1.25 to 1.5" with a 3.75" handle would do the trick. Do you prefer a chisel, scandi, or bevel grind?


NeverMore1701 said:
Probably not the type of kiri you're talking about, but mine is quite practical.

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Yes, second time engraving metal. I've been carving bone, ivory, and stag for many years. Basically, it's the same idea. Thank you for the comment!
 
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