looking for a good boot knife

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fdd19

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i wear a pair of Matterhorn USMC Approved boots stanard military height(8")
i want something that shouldnt be too hard to draw good size (for a boot knife) wont be too bulky that itll show through cargo jeans or carpenters jeans
 
If you are able to carry double edged knives, check out CRKT AG Russell Sting, Gerber Guardian Backup or Falkniven G1 Garm. Their sizes are perfect for boot knives.

Edit: Just read your opening post again, the Sting might be a little hard to draw
 
The Gerber and the Fallkniven are both great knives. Both similar in size. The Fallkniven has the better steel and is arguably a better knife, although the Gerber will do the job. The Gerber can be had for about $50. The Fallkniven G1 about $110. Big difference there. Personal decision on your part as to which one to buy. Keep in mind these are double-edged daggers and could pose legal problems.
 
The Kershaw Military Boot Knife is about 30 bucks at Bud's Gun Shop online. For that price you can afford to use and abuse it. It's not a bad knife at all...They are great to deal with, fast shipping,nice folks.
 
I like the gerber gaurdian also. The sheath has adjustable tension, and the clip can be switched for tip up or down draw. Bud Nealy also has some good options for a higher price. I think Boker made/makes a Nealy version for less.
 
Don't forget the neck knives - almost all fit the boot category, they just need to use some thought about fastening. The skeletal handles, kydex or FRN sheaths and lack of an obtrusive clip make them easy to lace on, don't print as much, are thin and comfortable, and relatively inexpensive, meet a lot of legal length restrictions, are single edged, and could always be paracord wrapped for a better grip.

Boot knife wear is greatly helped when the pants are bloused - not street length - which is why the concept become somewhat popular and still works for vehicular use. Lots of cowboy boot wearers picked up on it with clip sheaths in the open tops, but getting to the knife is a lot more trouble pulling up the pants, despite the assertions of formerly inebriated good ol boys reenacting war stories about their old farmer bars. One advantage with a boot knife is absolute rock solid reliability - it's a fixed blade, no lock to worry about.

Enjoy responsibly, don't be surprised when the sheath seems to gravitate to your belt after a while, just to be more handy.
 
thank you everyone for taking the time to post and come up with suggestions and no doubt some research! What are my restictions in the "Peoples Republic of Kalifornia" and can they remedied with a carry/conceal permit(dont know if it only applies to guns)
 
Bark River make a nice small boot knife that is single-edged. It is just over 6" long overall.
I can't comment on your carry laws, try one of the legal forums.
Greg
 
I have always thought a fixed griptilian would make a good fixed boot knife. I second the neck knife idea. I clipped my Rat-3 to my boot for an afternoon once. I think you could make alot of different blades work in that capacity.
 
Smash05 said:
I have always thought a fixed griptilian would make a good fixed boot knife. I second the neck knife idea. I clipped my Rat-3 to my boot for an afternoon once. I think you could make alot of different blades work in that capacity.
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I forgot to mention i saw a nice Buck neck knife (made by some guy lol) for a 100 bux in a higher end steel, but i really really like the G1 however the price is a bit steep (in that i cant find a deal on it, oddly enough im having the same problem with a Surefire E2D Executive Defender, both average $110 cant find the G1 under $91.95 and the E2D under $85 or so)
 
I second the Gerber Guardian. I had one for years and thought very highly of it. If you can live with a smaller knife--Bark River has a great boot knife. Additionally, they offer a gazillion handle styles. I use this knife as a general utility blade---awesome.
 
okbohn said:
I second the Gerber Guardian. I had one for years and thought very highly of it. If you can live with a smaller knife--Bark River has a great boot knife. Additionally, they offer a gazillion handle styles. I use this knife as a general utility blade---awesome.
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I got a couple of Gerber guardians (could not help myself on ebay) there great knives, but harder than hell to sharpen. Especially with a Lansky or a edge pro.
 
Gerberblades said:
I got a couple of Gerber guardians (could not help myself on ebay) there great knives, but harder than hell to sharpen. Especially with a Lansky or a edge pro.
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An English or German-made Sharpening Steel used normally for kitchen knives works well for the Guardian to touch up.
 
fdd19 said:
any more suggestions or comments?
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Unless you are a Law Enforcement, Fire, or EMT professional, you probably should stay away from the double edge knives and carry a fixed single edge blade less than three inches long. The latter is less intimidating to authorities if discovered. However, you should check with your local laws to see what is legal, especially in LA. I heard that unless you can justify the use of a longer blade knife with your profession, 2" is as long a blade you can carry in metro LA. Ask your local knife or gun shop about the laws.
 
fdd19 said:
thank you everyone for taking the time to post and come up with suggestions and no doubt some research! What are my restictions in the "Peoples Republic of Kalifornia" and can they remedied with a carry/conceal permit(dont know if it only applies to guns)
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Carrying a fixed blade knife concealed is illegal in California. Carrying a double edged knife is illegal whether or not it is concealed.
 
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