Masters of Defence Blade Size

[Lucky Dog]

After a conversation I had with Todd M last night on the chat line, I decided to check out the Masters of Defense line of knives. They look like nice knives, and I really like the lines of the Hornet in particular.

I have one criticism: I think for knives designed for defensive use they all have very short blades! Their sizes are as follows: Trident - 3.4"
Hornet -3.1"
Lady Hawk - 2.5"
Razor Back - 3.5"
Tempest - 3.5"

At 3.5" for the longest blade they seem a little anemic for a knife I would stake my life on. I know they might have had knife laws in mind in the design, but I would rather have more blade to hedge my bet when the chips are down. Only the most skilled knife fighter can make a blade that small count in a combat situation.

Let the debate begin.

Take Care,

LD

[This message has been edited by Lucky Dog (edited 11-08-98).]

 

[Brian]

Keep in mind all vital organs of the body are less than 3" below the skin.

 

[Win]

Brian's point is definitely well made, but I'm with you, LD. As far as I'm concerned, "the bigger, the better" is a good general rule for a tactical blade. With small folders, a difference in blade length of one half or even one quarter inch is significant.

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Win
Knife lover, Philosopher, Humanitarian, and All-around nice guy
(all right, so I'm just a knife lover)

 

[Axel Yup]

Brian,

I guess you haven't seen many sumo wrestlers. I'll bet their vital organs are a bit deeper than three inches.

You also have to take into account winter clothing.

Axel

 

[Shades]

Well folks, I got to handle all five of the MOD's today. And although they may seem a bit on the small side for some of you, I can tell you with absolute certainty that they are all outstanding pieces of cutlery. I decided some time ago that I will have all five, and as of today, I will need two of the Razorbacks (one for carry, one for the collection). And although the Lady Hawk may look tiny, it feels very nice in a three-finger reverse grip, and that hooked blade...like I said, outstanding.

Regards--Shades